RETRAIN OPPORTUNITY - PROSECUTIONS LAWYER, IPSWICH, £44,520 - £47,720. Looking for a new challenge that offers genuine career development? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to retrain in Prosecutions, with comprehensive training, mentoring and ongoing support provided. Open to lawyers from any practice area, particularly those with contentious experience, the role combines meaningful public service work with a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, an outstanding pension, and excellent long-term progression - JOB REF: THE ROLE: Develop specialist expertise as a Prosecutions Lawyer, working on a varied and complex caseload while building your advocacy, case management, and prosecutorial skills. Contentious experience is welcomed but not essential, with comprehensive training and dedicated mentoring provided to help you successfully transition into prosecutions. THE CANDIDATE: This opportunity is open to qualified Solicitors and...

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. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the...

Temp Graduate Legal Assistant - Conveyancing Witham, Essex Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Competitive Salary This is a temporary opportunity until the end of the year The purpose of the role is to support the legal team in all aspects of plot conveyancing work, assisting with legal documentation, post-completion processes, and general legal office duties, while gaining experience and contributing to the smooth operation of the team. Duties: Assist with plot reservations, engrossments, filing, exchanges, title checks and completions to ensure smooth and timely property transactions Support Conveyancers with their caseloads Handle standard conveyancing matters under supervision to develop legal expertise and contribute to case progress. Manage post-completion tasks such as stamp duty returns and Land Registration to finalise transactions and ensure legal compliance. Assist with lease/transfer variations and reversion sales to facilitate accurate and lawful property...

Temporary Assistant Conveyancer (until December) Competitive Salary Witham, Essex Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm The purpose of the role is to support the legal team in all aspects of plot conveyancing work, assisting with legal documentation, post-completion processes, and general legal office duties, while gaining experience and contributing to the smooth operation of the team within this temporary opportunity. Duties: Assist with plot reservations, engrossments, filing, exchanges, title checks and completions to ensure smooth and timely property transactions Support Conveyancers with their caseloads Handle standard conveyancing matters under supervision to develop legal expertise and contribute to case progress. Manage post-completion tasks such as stamp duty returns and Land Registration to finalise transactions and ensure legal compliance. Assist with lease/transfer variations and reversion sales to facilitate accurate and lawful property modificati Support the...

Commercial Property Solicitor (Partner), Essex - 8+ PQE - An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor to join this regional practice within their commercial property team as a Partner. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on or email with your CV. JOB TITLE: Commercial Property Solicitor (Partner) PQE: 8+ PQE LOCATION: Essex SALARY: Circa £80k THE ROLE: If you are Commercial Property Solicitor looking for a new opportunity where you can play an integral role in further developing the profile of the commercial property team within the region. The firm are keen to hear from driven Commercial Property Solicitors who are keen to drive a department into the next stage of growth and are looking for the autonomy to shape and develop a team. You will be joining a team which has a strong regional reputation offering plenty of scope and potential for further opportunities for growth. THE CANDIDATE: If you...

Settlement Agreement Lawyer - 4+ PQE - Essex - Are you looking to join an established employment team where you can focus on referral-based work? Applications are welcomed from Solicitors or Legal Executives seeking a new challenge either on a part time or full time basis! To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on or email with your CV. JOB TITLE: Settlement Agreement Lawyer PQE: 4+ PQE LOCATION: Essex SALARY: Dependent on experience (DOE) THE ROLE: The expanding employment team is looking for an additional Lawyer to focus on settlement agreement advice which the firm receives a consistent stream of instructions for. If you're looking for a role offering you the opportunity to deal with advisory and settlement matters then then this is the role for you! The role will require the appointed individual to advise employees on proposed settlement agreements, advising on restrictive covenants, negotiating improvements to financial and non-financial terms as well...

RETRAIN OPPORTUNITY - PROSECUTIONS LAWYER, CHELMSFORD, £46,800 - £50,000. Looking for a new challenge that offers genuine career development? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to retrain in Prosecutions, with comprehensive training, mentoring and ongoing support provided. Open to lawyers from any practice area, particularly those with contentious experience, the role combines meaningful public service work with a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, an outstanding pension and excellent long-term progression - JOB REF: OVERVIEW: • Qualified Solicitors and Barristers from all areas of law are encouraged to apply, particularly those looking to broaden their experience and take their career in a new direction. • Retrain as a specialist Prosecutions Lawyer within a highly regarded organisation, working across a broad and complex caseload while developing your prosecutorial expertise, case management and advocacy skills. Previous...

Agricultural Property Solicitor - 3-5 PQE, Essex - Are you an Agricultural Property Solicitor looking for a new opportunity where you can work on a genuinely varied caseload and develop your expertise within a highly regarded specialist team? To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on or email with your CV. JOB TITLE: Agricultural Property Solicitor PQE: 3-5 years LOCATION: Essex SALARY: Circa £50k - £65k DOE THE ROLE: An established and highly respected regional law firm is looking to appoint Solicitor with at least 3 years PQE to join its specialist Agricultural Property team in Essex. The firm has an excellent reputation for advising businesses, farmers, landowners, landed estates, property developers, entrepreneurs and private individuals, with a strong focus on agriculture, food, farming and business law. This is a fantastic opportunity to deal with a broad range of agricultural and rural property matters such as sales and acquisitions of rural...

Commercial Property Solicitor, 15+ PQE - Essex - A leading and highly regarded law firm in Essex is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor with 15+ years' PQE to join its successful and well-established property team. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on or email with your CV. JOB TITLE: Commercial Property Solicitor PQE: 15+ PQE LOCATION: Essex SALARY: £Dependent on experience THE ROLE: Handling a broad and varied caseload of commercial property matters, you will be joining a respected firm with a strong client base and a varied, high-quality caseload. As the appointed Commercial Property Solicitor you will be advising on all types of commercial property including landlord and tenant matters, portfolio management, property finance, commercial development and acquisitions and disposals. The team's client base is diverse and includes developers, landowners, businesses and investors. In addition to handling your own caseload you...

RETRAIN OPPORTUNITY - PROSECUTIONS LAWYER, IPSWICH, £44,520 - £47,720. Looking for a new challenge that offers genuine career development? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to retrain in Prosecutions, with comprehensive training, mentoring and ongoing support provided. Open to lawyers from any practice area, particularly those with contentious experience, the role combines meaningful public service work with a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, an outstanding pension, and excellent long-term progression - JOB REF: THE ROLE: Develop specialist expertise as a Prosecutions Lawyer, working on a varied and complex caseload while building your advocacy, case management, and prosecutorial skills. Contentious experience is welcomed but not essential, with comprehensive training and dedicated mentoring provided to help you successfully transition into prosecutions. THE CANDIDATE: This opportunity is open to qualified Solicitors and...

Residential Property Solicitor, Hybrid working available - Suffolk - 5+ PQE - £Salary dependent on experience - Are you looking for a supportive and encouraging team where you can see your career progress? To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on or email with your CV. JOB TITLE: Residential Property Solicitor PQE REQUIRED: 5+ PQE LOCATION: Suffolk SALARY: Dependant on experience THE ROLE: A highly regarded residential property team in Suffolk is keen to recruit an experienced Residential Property Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer who can run their own caseload of residential property matters from initial instruction through to completion. The well-established team is continuing to grow and the supportive and encouraging team nature offers a highly recommended work environment that conveyancers strive for! If you are looking for a friendly work environment where there is also plenty of scope for career progression then this is the...

Employment Solicitor, 5+ PQE, Suffolk - Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor looking for a new opportunity in Suffolk? A progressive and growing law firm is seeking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor? To apply or to register your interest, please contact Cassie on or email with your CV. JOB TITLE: Employment Solicitor PQE: 5+ PQE LOCATION: Suffolk SALARY: £Dependent on experience THE ROLE: A varied role where you will advise both employers and employees across a broad range of employment law matters. You will be dealing with both contentious and non-contentious related matters as well as managing employment tribunal matters. In addition to handling your own caseload of matters you will also be expected to build and maintain strong client relationships and work as part of an established and supportive team. THE CANDIDATE: As the appointed Employment Solicitor, you will have at least 5 years PQE in advising both employers and employees on a broad range of...

EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR 2-6 YEARS PQE, SUFFOLK, COMPETITIVE SALARY - Excellent opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join a Legal 500 rated practice offering a competitive salary and quality work. This leading regional practice provides the opportunity to work across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, with support from experienced team members. JOIN A HIGH-QUALITY REGIONAL PRACTICE! JOB REF: 5363 OVERVIEW: • Applications are welcomed from Employment Solicitors with 2-6 years of experience, with a strong academic background and experience advising on employment law matters. • You will advise across a broad range of employment matters, receiving support and guidance from experienced associates and partners within the team. • As the appointed Employment Solicitor you will assist on a busy caseload, gaining exposure to both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including supporting with Tribunal cases, drafting and reviewing...

CRIMINAL SOLICITOR, 2+ PQE, CANTERBURY, £61,750 - £71,400. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Criminal Lawyer looking to retrain and develop a career in prosecutions. You will receive comprehensive training, structured development, and ongoing support from an established organisation, alongside a competitive salary, outstanding pension, and genuine opportunities for progression - JOB REF: OVERVIEW: • Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practise in England & Wales, with at least 2 years' PQE in criminal law, whether gained in defence or prosecution. • Join a highly regarded organisation and retrain as a specialist Prosecutions Lawyer, gaining valuable experience across a varied and complex criminal caseload while developing specialist expertise in prosecution work. • You will handle a broad range of criminal matters, using your advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills to build strong cases and make a meaningful...

Summary: Are you a sharp, commercially-minded Regulatory Lawyer looking to shape compliance and strategy within a vital infrastructure sector? Do you have the legal expertise and proactive mindset needed to navigate complex water industry frameworks, from Ofwat guidance to wholesale market rules? If so, this high-impact role places you at the very heart of our business. Reporting directly to the Head of Strategy and Economic Regulation, you will serve as a trusted advisor across key functions-protecting the business from regulatory risk while championing a strong culture of compliance. Main responsibilities: Provide legal advice and support to business functions in relation to regulatory obligations and policy, including (i) compliance with water industry legislation, licence conditions, competition law, wholesale market codes, charging rules, (ii) regulatory reporting and (iii) the management of regulatory and compliance risks. Working with the Regulation Team and the...

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation in the Construction & Real Estate sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Legal Contracts Advisor. This permanent role is based in Hoddesdon and presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled Contracts Negotiator to make a significant impact within the Finance and Business Management Department. Our client is offering a flexible work pattern of 20 - 25 hours per week with hybrid working after probation. Key Responsibilities: As a Legal Contracts Advisor, you will play a vital role in the organisation by: Evaluating and negotiating contractual agreements with clients and suppliers to ensure optimal terms before any contractual relationship begins. Recording and tracking the review stages and status of all client and supplier contracts through a CRM system and Approved Supplier Log until final sign-off is achieved. Conducting thorough reviews and negotiations of contracts, utilising track changes and...

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation in the Construction & Real Estate sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Legal Contracts Advisor. This permanent role is based in Hoddesdon and presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled Contracts Negotiator to make a significant impact within the Finance and Business Management Department. Our client is offering a flexible work pattern of 20 - 25 hours per week with hybrid working after probation. Key Responsibilities: As a Legal Contracts Advisor, you will play a vital role in the organisation by: Evaluating and negotiating contractual agreements with clients and suppliers to ensure optimal terms before any contractual relationship begins. Recording and tracking the review stages and status of all client and supplier contracts through a CRM system and Approved Supplier Log until final sign-off is achieved. Conducting thorough reviews and negotiations of contracts, utilising track changes and...

RETRAIN OPPORTUNITY - PROSECUTIONS LAWYER, KENT, £46,800- £50,000. Looking for a new challenge that offers genuine career development? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to retrain in Prosecutions, with comprehensive training, mentoring and ongoing support provided. Open to lawyers from any practice area, particularly those with contentious experience, the role combines meaningful public service work with a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, an outstanding pension, and excellent long-term progression - JOB REF: 5642 THE ROLE: Develop specialist expertise as a Prosecutions Lawyer, working on a varied and complex caseload while building your advocacy, case management, and prosecutorial skills. Contentious experience is welcomed but not essential, with comprehensive training and dedicated mentoring provided to help you successfully transition into prosecutions. THE CANDIDATE: This opportunity is open to qualified Solicitors and...

PROBATE LAWYER, 3+ PQE, Kent, circa £45,000-£65,000 DOE - Excellent opportunity for an experienced Probate Lawyer to join a busy Wills & Probate team, with a varied caseload, direct client contacts and occasional client visits. JOB REF: 5494 • A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Probate Lawyer with 3+ years' PQE to join its Wills & Probate team. • The role will involve a mixture of wills and probate matters, providing a varied workload and the opportunity to develop strong client relationships. • You will manage your own caseload, advising clients on a range of private client matters and ensuring a high level of client care throughout. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, together with a professional and empathetic approach to dealing with clients. • The ideal candidate will have 3+ years' PQE and be able to demonstrate solid experience handling wills and probate matters with a high degree of autonomy. • To apply or to...

Opportunity for an Employment Solicitor (Senior Associate) to join a highly regarded, Legal 500 ranked law firm in Kent. The Firm Our client is an ambitious, commercially focused law firm with a strongly regarded Employment Department, recognised for its client service and its ability to deliver commercial results. The department sits at the heart of the firm's future growth plans and is currently expanding. The firm prides itself on a collegiate and collaborative culture, both within teams and across the wider business, and places genuine emphasis on client care and commercial acumen in everything it does. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a growing team, working across the full spectrum of employment law with a particular focus on respondent-based, commercial client work. The role covers a broad and varied caseload, including corporate support work, wrongful and unfair dismissals, redundancy and...