About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. The team you will join The Birketts Private Client Division is recognised as one of the leading teams for advising individuals, families, and trustees. We provide bespoke advice on protecting wealth, planning for the future, and managing complex personal and family matters, often in conjunction with corporate structures and business interests. Our expertise spans everything from succession and tax planning to trusts, family law, Court of Protection, agricultural estates, ecclesiastical issues, and dispute...

In-House Legal Executive- £30,000-£37,000 Chatham Excellent Benefits Forward-Thinking Employer Are you legally trained, detail-driven and commercially aware but not looking for a traditional law firm role? This opportunity offers the perfect blend of contract work, risk management and internal advisory support within a supportive, forward-thinking business. The Role As an In-House Legal Executive, you'll help protect the organisation by supporting contract negotiations, advising on legal & commercial risks, and building commercial awareness across the business. Working closely with the Legal Risk Manager, you'll review agreements, strengthen compliance, and provide guidance to teams at every level. Key Responsibilities Review, amend and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts Support colleagues with legal, commercial and risk-related queries Deliver GDPR, commercial awareness and contract training to new starters Monitor insurance-related risks and...

The Firm Our client is a leading Legal 500 ranked law firm, renowned for its outstanding Private Client practice and consistently recognised for the quality of its work. The firm prides itself on its collaborative culture, supportive environment, and genuine commitment to developing and investing in its people. They are now seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team on a permanent basis. The Opportunity This successful Legal Secretary will provide high-quality secretarial and document production support to solicitors. The successful Legal Secretary will play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely document preparation, assisting with workflow management, and supporting smooth day-to-day operations. Key responsibilities include: Producing, formatting, and proofreading Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, deeds, correspondence, and other legal documents Advising on document layout and reformatting options Liaising with solicitors, team leaders, and...

Education/HR Employment Law Legal Director London Competitive Salary A fast-growing Education team is looking to welcome a Legal Director with leadership experience to join their specialist department and conduct varied, socially meaningful work that sits at the forefront of change within the sector. The team has built a reputation for specialist expertise and real impact across the education sector, advising schools, academies, dioceses, and HR consultancies on complex and often precedent-setting matters. You'll play a key leadership role, supervising others and delivering high-quality advice across a range of issues, including grievances, contracts, policies, recruitment, and other sensitive HR matters, all while helping shape the strategy of one of the firm's fastest-growing teams. What this Legal Director opportunity entails: Providing leadership and supervision to junior lawyers and associates. Managing a varied caseload of complex Education and HR matters....

The Firm An established law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team in their Central London office. The Opportunity The successful Legal Secretary will provide secretarial and administrative support to Solicitors and Partners in a busy Property team. Duties to include: Audio/ copy typing of letters and forms/documents Booking appointments, arranging meetings and managing diaries Liaising with Estate Agents, Solicitors and clients where required Dealing with file opening, closing and retrieval procedures Electronic and manual filing of documents Preparing and submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications Attending to clients in person and on the phone Assisting with billing and financial administration Undertaking administrative tasks and assisting with case administration and preparation This Legal Secretary opportunity is a full time, permanent and office based role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm The Requirements At least 3...

The Firm An established law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team in their Central London office. The Opportunity The successful Legal Secretary will provide secretarial and administrative support to Solicitors and Partners in a busy Property team. Duties to include: Audio/ copy typing of letters and forms/documents Booking appointments, arranging meetings and managing diaries Liaising with Estate Agents, Solicitors and clients where required Dealing with file opening, closing and retrieval procedures Electronic and manual filing of documents Preparing and submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications Attending to clients in person and on the phone Assisting with billing and financial administration Undertaking administrative tasks and assisting with case administration and preparation This Legal Secretary opportunity is a full time, permanent and office based role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm The Requirements At least 3...

The Firm Our client is a well-established and highly regarded, boutique law firm based in London. With a strong reputation for professionalism and client care, the firm is now seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join its finance team. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Cashier to take on a broad and varied role within a respected legal practice. Working closely with the wider finance team, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and compliant cashiering services while also supporting wider financial operations. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules Processing client receipts, payments, transfers and reconciliations Ensuring accurate posting of all financial transactions to the firm's accounting systems Conducting regular bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly Assisting with the...

Regulatory Legal Assistant, London/ Hybrid, Fixed term contract up until the end of the year, Circa £30,330 per annum (pro rata). On offer is 31 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, flexible working arrangements, and access to a variety of discounts and rewards. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye on or email with your CV. Job ref: 3193 THE ROLE: Opportunity for a Regulatory Assistant to join a professional regulatory organisation on a fixed term basis until December. This role plays a key part in providing an efficient, accurate, and high quality administrative service. The successful candidate will support the processing and assessment of applications while contributing to the maintenance of regulatory standards within a professional services environment. THE CANDIDATE: The organisation is looking for candidates who are organised and confident in managing multiple tasks in fast paced environments. Candidates should have extensive experience...

Managing Recruitment Consultant - Legal London Practice (Hybrid Available) 35,000- 45,000 Basic Salary + 4.8k Car Allowance + Uncapped Commission (receive up to 40% of billings) + Excellent Benefits Henderson Scott is hiring for a Managing Recruitment Consultant to oversee our well-established, high performing London Legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step-up, grow something and really put your stamp on it. So what makes this opportunity to join Henderson Scott so special? Our clients include some of the most sought-after firms to work for in London and our way of working would give you the freedom not to be tied down to a handful of clients but have access to anyone you wanted. Fees ranging from 15k to 50k Our commission structure is one of the best in the industry and uncapped; paid monthly, quarterly and annually With significant backing from H2 Private Equity we are embarking upon a market-changing investment plan and as such we are growing The...

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Legal London (Hybrid available) Private Practice & In-House Legal Recruitment Build your legal recruitment career at the very top of the market. Henderson Scott is a recognised leader in professional services recruitment, with a long-established and highly respected Legal division. Due to continued growth and client demand, we're looking to hire an ambitious Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our London Legal team. This opportunity is ideal for a driven legal recruiter with 1-3 years' experience who wants exposure to elite clients, access to established networks, and a clear, accelerated path to Director level within 2-3 years. The Opportunity You'll step into a warm, well-connected desk with access to: Established candidate and client networks across London Relationships with US law firms, Magic Circle, and Silver Circle firms A strong brand with deep credibility in the legal market Ongoing roles across private practice and...

The Firm Our client is a top 5, global law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate & Finance Legal PA to support lawyers within a busy and fast-paced team in their City of London office. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Legal PA to join a highly regarded team and provide professional secretarial, organisational, and administrative support to Partners and laywers within their Corporate & Finance group. You will play a key role in ensuring fee earners are supported effectively while maintaining excellent service for clients. Key responsibilities include: Providing proactive support to allocated Partners and lawyers Managing busy diaries and coordinating meetings, conference calls, and appointments Inbox and mailbox management, helping to prioritise and respond to communications Organising travel arrangements including flights, accommodation, and detailed itineraries Supporting the billing process, including preparing...

The Firm Our client, a highly regarded international law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join their London office. The Opportunity The successful candidate will be a highly organised and proactive Legal PA who will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to Partners within a busy and fast-paced environment. This role requires someone who can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and build strong relationships with both colleagues and clients. Duties will include: Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel arrangements and inbox coordination to ensure smooth schedules and effective prioritisation Draft and manage correspondence, including emails and documents Coordinate comprehensive travel arrangements including booking transport and accommodation Support client relationship management, pitches and business development activity, including creating and amending PowerPoint presentations Organise document management...

Legal Secretary - Litigation Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Legal Secretary to join their dynamic Litigation department on a temporary ongoing basis! This is a fantastic temporary opportunity for someone eager to contribute to a thriving team. Key Details: Position: Legal Secretary (Litigation) Contract Type: Temporary start date 23 March 2026 Location: West London Working Days: 3 days a week (Monday-Wednesday) Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Hourly Rate: £15.00 What You'll Do: As a Legal Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Litigation team. Your responsibilities will include: Providing exceptional administrative support to legal professionals Handling dictation and managing correspondence Organising and maintaining legal files and documents Assisting with scheduling meetings and appointments Ensuring deadlines are met and files are current What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Legal...

Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) Location: London Bridge Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) Location: London Bridge (Hybrid, 35-hour week) Join Hyde as our Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) and lead on complex construction law, building safety compliance, and development risk management. This is a high-profile role advising on major projects across one of the UK's leading housing and regeneration organisations. We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) with strong expertise in contentious and non-contentious construction, building safety, development agreements, and regulatory compliance. As Senior Legal Counsel (Construction) at Hyde, you will enjoy a 35-hour working week and a strong focus on work-life balance, Hyde offers the flexibility and support needed to thrive in a senior legal role. About the Role As Senior Legal Counsel (Construction), you'll act as Hyde's lead specialist on construction, development, and building safety law. You will...

LEGAL EXECUTIVE - TEMPORARY - 3 MONTHS - UP TO £210/DAY Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client in their search for a temporary Legal Executive, offering hybrid working and up to £210/day! This is a hands-on role where you'll support the day-to-day legal, corporate governance, and compliance activities of the business. You'll play a key part in keeping our legal and corporate processes running smoothly and is ideal for someone who enjoys owning processes end-to-end, takes pride in accuracy and organisation, and is comfortable working with stakeholders across the business. You'll bring experience in corporate legal or company secretarial work, ideally gained within an in-house legal team or professional services environment. As part of a collaborative legal team, you'll also support wider business priorities as needed. Things to know: Job Title: Legal Executive Pay rate : £200 - £210/day Location : London Working pattern : Full-time...

The Firm Our client is a top-tier London law firm with a highly regarded Personal Injury practice, advising individuals, corporate clients, and insurers on complex and high-profile claims. Known for its collaborative culture and strong commitment to professional development, the firm is now seeking an experienced Legal PA to support its Personal Injury team in the London office. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a Legal PA to join the Personal Injury team and provide full administrative and secretarial support to Partners and lawyers. You will help fee earners manage their workloads efficiently while delivering excellent service to clients. Key responsibilities include: Providing proactive support to allocated Partners and lawyers Managing diaries and arranging meetings (internal, external, and some overseas) Coordinating with the Document Services team on documents, amendments, and transcription of dictations Supporting new client and matter onboarding...

Senior Legal Counsel Energy/Construction firm 1 year fixed term contract London (Hybrid working) £100K-£110K The role: Advising the Asset Management Team in regard to existing O&M and EPC contracts (including defect liability matters), support and repair contracts required for ongoing maintenance and repair of the asset, and supporting new small-scale construction projects. Providing legal support in relation to grid connection arrangements, property instruments and land access arrangements Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements including supplier agreements, agreements governing the delivery and maintenance of the company's IT systems and services, consultancy agreements and agreements with energy trading companies Advising on arrangements central to interconnector operations, including agreements with Transmission System Operators, agreements with customers Assisting with the management of external legal counsel and...

Finance Legal PA needed for exceptional firm! Salary: up to £55,000 Location: Liverpool Street Hybrid: 2 days from home Benefits: Excellent list including private medical and dental insurance, generous pension schemes and health & well-being initiatives Are you a sharp, proactive and unflappable Legal PA who thrives in a fast-paced environment? One of the world's most respected law firms is looking for an exceptional PA to support a range of fee earners including the Head of Department. What You'll Be Doing Owning complex diaries, meetings, travel and logistics for senior partners, anticipating needs before they arise. Coordinating high-volume matters, closings, billing cycles and WIP management. Preparing polished documents, pitches and presentations. Managing inboxes, running BD activities, tracking client relationships and supporting practice development. Acting as the team's operational anchor ensuring processes run smoothly, deadlines are...

Remote Role £175.00 per day You must have a UK Law degree and be a qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' experience, research and analysis experience and advanced Excel. You must be available immediately! Our client, a Global Legal Publishing client are looking for multiple Resources to support a review Review of LLM Generated Output of UK Legal Content. You must have 1-5 years' litigation experience. My client will consider LLM degree plus other legal experience, but if you do not have this, your application will not be considered. They have a fantastic project testing the efficiency of AI for Legal Practitioners! It's a very exciting project and opportunity to test the efficiency of the hot topic of AI Start date: 23rd March End date/extension: 31st August / potential for extension Location: Remote UK Hours per week: 40 - Flexible on hours but must be Monday-Friday Pay Rate: £175 PAYE plus holiday pay / £220.00 UMBRELLA JOB...

Are you a Legal Indemnities specialist feeling limited in your current role? Imagine joining a business with so many incoming inquiries that they are currently turning away 40% of new business simply due to a lack of capacity. We are representing a dynamic and growing specialist insurance brokerage with a strong focus across the real estate and construction sectors. As part of a major, AIM-listed professional services group, they offer unparalleled stability, resources, and cross-referral opportunities. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a significant, warm pipeline of business and play a pivotal role in building a specialist Legal Indemnities (LI) team for the future. The Role: This is a pivotal role with the flexibility to shape it around your strengths. You will be responsible for managing a high volume of incoming LI business (currently 40-50 inquiries per week) and developing relationships with a large, existing panel of law firms. Depending on your...