Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Legal Advisor to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force Location: Middlemore Police HQ, Exeter Contract Type: Temporary ongoing until at least June 2027 Hourly Rate: 26.41 per hour, working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, Hybrid Our client, a prominent organisation within the legal sector, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Advisor to join their dynamic team in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional to provide comprehensive legal services to Chief Constables, officers, and staff, as well as to the Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioners (OPCC). Key Responsibilities: As a Legal Advisor, the successful candidate will: Offer tactical and strategic legal advice across a wide range of legal issues, including civil claims, Employment Tribunals, Inquests, and Judicial Review applications. Manage a diverse caseload, investigating and advising on contentious and...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Legal Advisor to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force Location: Middlemore Police HQ, Exeter Contract Type: Temporary ongoing until at least June 2027 Hourly Rate: £26.41 per hour, working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, Hybrid Our client, a prominent organisation within the legal sector, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Advisor to join their dynamic team in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional to provide comprehensive legal services to Chief Constables, officers, and staff, as well as to the Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioners (OPCC). Key Responsibilities: As a Legal Advisor, the successful candidate will: Offer tactical and strategic legal advice across a wide range of legal issues, including civil claims, Employment Tribunals, Inquests, and Judicial Review applications. Manage a diverse caseload, investigating and advising on contentious and...

Adecco are please to be recruiting for a Paralegal to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force. Location: Exeter, Middlemoor Police HQ Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: 14.10, working Monday to Friday 35 hours per week, Hybrid Are you ready to make a difference in the public services sector? Our client is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join their dynamic Joint Legal Services Department, supporting both Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police. If you're passionate about law and eager to contribute your skills in a fulfilling environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you! About the Role: As a Paralegal, you will report directly to the Legal Services Practice Manager and be an essential part of one of three specialised teams: Litigation, Operations, or Vulnerability. Key Responsibilities: Litigation Support: Assist Legal Advisors and Senior Paralegals in handling contentious matters, including civil claims and employment tribunals. Operations...

Opportunity: Residential Property Lawyer / Conveyancer Location: Exeter Hybrid Salary: Up to 60,000 + Bonus Thinking about your next move in residential property? This could be it! We're working with a highly regarded South West law firm that's looking to strengthen its residential property team in Exeter with a 1-5 year PQE Lawyer / Conveyancer (NQs with good experience are encouraged to apply!). It's a great opportunity for someone who wants true ownership of their caseload without being left to fend for themselves. You'll have the chance to work on a varied mix of residential property matters, build strong client relationships and continue developing your career with an established team that genuinely invests in its people. What Makes This Role Interesting? This isn't a role where you're simply processing transactions from A to B. You'll have the opportunity to build your own caseload and client relationships, working on a good variety of...

Residential Conveyancer, 2+ Years PQE, Devon, £55,000+ (DOE) - This is an opportunity for someone who is confident managing their own matters, enjoys building strong client relationships and wants to play an active part in the continued development of a successful residential property practice. REF:5422. THE ROLE: • You will have the autonomy to run a varied caseload while being part of a friendly and supportive team. • Alongside the legal work, you'll have the opportunity to raise your profile locally, develop professional relationships and contribute to the growth of the department. • You will take ownership of a broad range of residential property transactions, including: freehold and leasehold sales and purchases and residential remortgages and associated transactions. • Managing matters from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion requirements. • Developing lasting relationships with clients and encouraging repeat instructions and referrals. • Getting...

Private Client Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Devon, £65,000+ (DOE) - This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building trusted relationships with clients and providing thoughtful, practical legal advice to individuals and families as they plan for the future and navigate important life events. REF:5423. THE ROLE: • If you're looking for your next Private Client opportunity and would like to be part of a team where your expertise and client relationships are valued, we'd love to hear from you. • You will work across a broad range of Private Client matters, including: Wills and wider estate planning, Estate and probate administration, Trusts and trust-related matters, Advising elderly and vulnerable clients, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection applications and related work SKILLS REQUIRED: • Applications are sought from Private Client Solicitors or Legal Executives with a minimum of 3 Years PQE. • STEP membership is highly desirable • You will have strong...

Agricultural Solicitor, 5+ Years PQE, Devon, £65,000+ (DOE) - We are looking for an experienced Agricultural Solicitor to join a specialist team and work with a fantastic range of farming families, landowners, estates and rural businesses across Devon and the wider South West. REF:5421. THE ROLE: • You will have the opportunity to take responsibility for a varied caseload while also helping to grow the teams presence within the local rural community. • You'll advise clients on a broad range of agricultural and rural property matters, including: sales and acquisitions involving farms, estates, agricultural land and rural property, agricultural tenancy matters and easements, restrictive covenants, title issues and land registration. • Working alongside other professionals, including land agents, accountants and other advisers, to deliver practical solutions for clients. • There will also be scope to play an active role in developing the department, strengthening existing connections...

Family Solicitor, 4+ Years PQE, Devon / Hybrid, £60,000+ (DOE) - This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys working closely with clients, tackling complex family matters and wants to play a genuine role in the continued growth of a successful department. REF:5379. THE ROLE: • You will work on a high-quality and varied private family caseload, with a particular focus on financial remedy and matrimonial finance work. • Your clients may be dealing with everything from relationship breakdown and divorce through to complex financial arrangements involving significant assets. • Responsible for a varied family caseload to include matrimonial finance and financial remedy, high-value and multi-asset cases, divorce and separation, cohabitation and relationship breakdown and private children matters. SKILLS REQUIRED: • Applications are sought from Family Solicitors or Legal Executives with a minimum of 4 Years PQE. • You will ideally have a strong background in financial remedy...

Private Client Solicitor (Care & Capacity), 2+ Years PQE, Devon, £65,000+ (DOE) - This is an opportunity for someone who wants their legal expertise to have a genuine impact on people and families at some of the most challenging points in their lives. REF:5378 THE ROLE: • You will work with vulnerable clients and their families, providing clear, compassionate advice while handling often complex matters involving mental capacity, care and the Court of Protection. • You will take responsibility for a varied caseload, advising clients and their families and guiding them through sensitive legal issues with professionalism and empathy. • Responsible for a varied caseload to include, mental capacity and related private client issues, lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship applications, Court of Protection applications and proceedings and financial and property matters involving vulnerable clients • Trusted to manage your own matters while working closely with colleagues and...

Residential Conveyancer, 3+ Years PQE, Devon, £55,000+ (DOE) - Whether you're a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer, this is an opportunity to join an established firm with a strong presence across Devon and a reputation for putting clients first. REF:5380. THE ROLE: • You will be trusted to take ownership of your own caseload, working with a diverse range of clients and transactions while benefiting from the support of an experienced and collaborative property team. • You will handle a varied portfolio of residential matters, giving you the opportunity to use and develop your expertise • Responsible for a varied caseload to include sales and purchases, freehold and leasehold property, transfers of equity, remortgages, New-build purchases and equity release • Manage matters through the conveyancing process, maintaining close contact with clients and other professionals and ensuring transactions progress smoothly from instruction through to completion....