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...

Full time - 37 hours per week £26.337 per annum pro rata 6-months contract Hybrid working Help people start their journey with Avenues on the right foot! We re looking for an organised, proactive and people-focused Onboarding Coordinator to join our Onboarding team on a 6-months contract. Our Onboarding team works as part of the wider People Compliance Team (HR). If you enjoy bringing order to a busy workload, have a keen eye for detail and love helping people get off to a great start, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Your role will help ensure our new colleagues are ready to join them! What s in it for you? Hybrid working: Work from home, with currently 1 2 days per week at our Sidcup office. A great work-life balance. A supportive team: Join a collaborative Onboarding department where your contribution matters. Meaningful work: Play a key role in ensuring new colleagues have a smooth, positive and compliant start to their Avenues...

Program Manager - Compliance & Governance Location: London Area (Office-Based) Contract Length: 9 Months w Start date : ASAP Working Pattern: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week Salary : 70-85K annually About the Role We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation operating across multiple European markets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of operations, compliance, governance, and analytics , driving impactful programmes that influence business performance at scale. In this role, you will be responsible for owning and evolving performance monitoring and compliance frameworks, ensuring operational standards are maintained, risks are identified early, and appropriate actions are taken to support accountability and continuous improvement. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Programme Management, Business Intelligence, and...

Commercial Property Solicitor, 5+ PQE, Bedfordshire, £65,000-£75,000 DOE. Looking for your next move with a highly regarded regional firm where quality of work and client relationships genuinely matter? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join a well-established and ambitious legal practice with an enviable reputation across the region - JOB REF: THE ROLE You will join a Legal 500 ranked Commercial Property department, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of Real Estate matters. The role will involve handling a busy caseload with a high degree of autonomy, while working closely with experienced colleagues across the wider firm. You will handle a varied caseload covering freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals, landlord and tenant matters, development, financing and refinancing, including bridging finance, alongside occasional corporate support. You will also advise tenants on lease acquisitions and ongoing...

Legal Secretary - Private Client, 5+ Years' Experience, London / Hybrid, £30,000 - £40,000 DOE. Opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a supportive and professional Private Client team in London. This role would suit a highly organised individual seeking a long term position where they can use their existing Private Client experience. The role also offers one day of hybrid working per week. Job Ref: 5447 OVERVIEW: The successful Legal Secretary will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to an experienced fee earner, taking responsibility for the day-to-day administration of the role. Duties will include diary management, handling incoming post, preparing correspondence, completing legal forms, opening and closing files, document production and providing proactive administrative assistance to ensure the smooth running of the department. You will be expected to work confidently with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of accuracy...

Criminal Defence Solicitor / 3+ PQE / Manchester / c£65,000 DOE / An excellent opportunity for a Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a specialist criminal defence team handling a varied caseload with genuine scope for professional development - To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 5452 OVERVIEW: • Manage a varied criminal defence caseload, providing advice and representation throughout the criminal justice process. • Prepare cases, advise clients, attend court hearings and undertake advocacy. • Opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of criminal defence matters. • Applications are welcomed from Criminal Defence Solicitors with 3+ years' PQE and experience managing their own caseload. • Strong knowledge of criminal law and procedure with the confidence to prepare cases and represent clients in court. • Excellent advocacy, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work calmly under pressure. • A proactive and resilient approach, with a strong...

Insurance Solicitor, 6+ Years' PQE, London / Hybrid, Up to Circa £90,000 DOE. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Insurance Solicitor to join a nationally recognised team advising major London Market insurers and reinsurers on complex, high-value and international insurance disputes. This role offers exposure to sophisticated matters, excellent career development opportunities and a flexible hybrid working arrangement. Job Ref: 5449 OVERVIEW: The successful Insurance Solicitor will manage a varied caseload of high value insurance disputes, advising on policy coverage, indemnity and liability issues, reinsurance disputes and strategic matters. The role will provide significant international exposure, including working closely with foreign local counsel on cross border disputes. You will also play an active role in developing client relationships and contributing to business development, while supporting the supervision and development of junior team members....

Senior Solicitor (5 years PQE) Redditch £50,000 - £80,000 BCR/JC/32487 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are searching for a Senior Solicitor specialising in private client (wills, trust Probate, court of protection etc) and ideally some conveyancing knowledge to join a well established high street law firm. The role will also involve supervising their team of 2 Conveyancers. The Ideal Candidate: Strong technical knowledge - Will, trusts, probate, Court of Protection etc 5+ year's post-qualification experience in a broad range of private client matters Strong client-management skills , with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to clients who may have limited legal knowledge. Our client is looking for a qualified Senior Solicitor who can manage and supervise the office and our 2 conveyancers/1 Solicitor at the Redditch office. The the ideal candidate will deal with Wills, Probate, Elderly Clients and have some conveyancing knowledge....

Location: Newcastle Depending on the needs of the service, there is potential for limited flexible/hybrid working within this role. Arrangements will be discussed with the successful candidate. Salary: Grade 5 - £38, 724 or Grade 6 - £44,323 per annum depending on experience Full time: 35 per week Contract: Permanent Closing date: Tuesday 10th November 2026 at 11.30 pm Join Shelter as a Housing Solicitor, in our mission to drive systemic change and fight for Justice. If you are a dedicated Solicitor with a strong commitment to addressing the housing crisis we welcome you to apply for this role. At a time when the housing emergency continues to deepen, your experience could help transform lives and challenge the systems that perpetuate injustice. Come and play a central role in our mission as a Solicitor to defend the right to a safe, and secure home. Working with Shelter means being part of a passionate team that believes a safe home is a fundamental...

Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With five offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services. As a licensed conveyancer, chartered legal executive or residential conveyancing solicitor you will be expected to provide legal support to mortgage lender clients . We are open to considering part-time applications for this role and encourage candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to apply. Key Responsibilities Handling first or second charge, lender-only or dual representation, and private individual or company mortgages. Checking legal titles/conveyance documentation and reporting to clients Identifying risks to clients and, whenever possible, providing solutions or mitigation measures Answering general legal questions and queries from clients and team members Preparing ad hoc legal documents Liaising with clients, agents, brokers,...

Mission We are recruiting a Senior Legal Counsel to join our Global Legal Team and be responsible for providing legal and compliance support for our UK & I operations. As an organisation and individuals, we believe that trust is a foundational value and we put it at the heart of how we work at Schneider Electric. We build trusted teams through our leadership expectations, by creating equal opportunities, harnessing the power of all generations, championing well-being and new ways of working. You will be responsible for delivery of legal, regulatory and compliance services. You will operate as a key business partner to provide strategic support and advice, working on a wide range of commercial and compliance matters. Location This role supports a flexible hybrid model, and it will allow some home working to be combined with office attendance. The local offices are in London, Telford and Coventry. You should expect regular travel within the UKI zone and occasional...

Senior Solicitor (5 years PQE) Redditch 50,000 - 80,000 BCR/JC/32487 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are searching for a Senior Solicitor specialising in private client (wills, trust Probate, court of protection etc) and ideally some conveyancing knowledge to join a well established high street law firm. The role will also involve supervising their team of 2 Conveyancers. The Ideal Candidate: Strong technical knowledge - Will, trusts, probate, Court of Protection etc 5+ year's post-qualification experience in a broad range of private client matters Strong client-management skills , with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to clients who may have limited legal knowledge. Our client is looking for a qualified Senior Solicitor who can manage and supervise the office and our 2 conveyancers/1 Solicitor at the Redditch office. The the ideal candidate will deal with Wills, Probate, Elderly Clients and have some conveyancing knowledge. The role can...

Legal Cashier - Part-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week Working hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm, with one hour for lunch About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and organised Legal Cashier to join a busy Accounts Department within an established law firm based in Nottingham The firm specialises in Criminal Defence, Family Law, Personal Injury, Public Law and Community Care, providing a varied and professional working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong accounts background and previous legal cashiering experience who is looking to build on their existing skills within a supportive and professional team. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for a varied range of financial and accounting duties, including: Completing bank reconciliations accurately and efficiently. Processing client and office account receipts. Checking...

Legal Secretary ASAP start Two Week Cover! About the Role: As a Legal Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting the legal team with administrative and clerical tasks. Your contributions will ensure the smooth operation of the firm while providing excellent service to clients. Start date for this role is Monday 28th September and goes until Friday October 9th. Please only apply if you are available immediately and for the duration of the assignment! Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative support to solicitors and legal executives. Prepare, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports with precision. Manage and maintain filing systems, ensuring all documents are organised and easily accessible. Assist in managing schedules and appointments, coordinating meetings, and liaising with clients. Conduct legal research and gather information as required. Handle billing and invoicing tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness....

Solicitor - Court of Protection (0-4 PQE) Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Location: Swindon (Hybrid Working) Yolk Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a leading UK law firm to recruit a Solicitor into its highly regarded Court of Protection team in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor with Court of Protection experience looking to join a supportive, specialist team that is recognised for delivering exceptional client care. You'll work alongside experienced lawyers on high-quality Property & Affairs matters while developing your own caseload within a collaborative environment offering genuine long-term progression. What you will be doing in this role You'll manage your own portfolio of Court of Protection matters while supporting senior colleagues on more complex cases. The role offers excellent exposure to a varied caseload and the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients, families and professional contacts....

Property Secretary / PA to the Managing Partner Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Salary: 34,000- 37,000 depending on experience Benefits: Pension following successful completion of probation The Opportunity An established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit a capable, experienced Property Secretary / PA to the Managing Partner to join its property team. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice, working with a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses and SMEs to larger corporate clients. Its property practice is predominantly commercial, with additional residential conveyancing work. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident legal secretary who enjoys taking ownership of their work, supporting senior fee earners and playing an integral role in the smooth running of a busy property practice. The Role You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative...

Role: Family Paralegal Domestic Abuse Our award-winning law firm is expanding its specialist Domestic Abuse Department due to continued growth and increasing demand. We are now seeking a dedicated and compassionate experienced Family Paralegal to join us at an important stage in our journey. We are proud winners at the Inspiring Hertfordshire Awards 2024 for Diversity & Inclusion and Business of the Year (West Herts), and finalists for Legal Firm of the Year at the British Business Awards 2025. Our work genuinely changes lives, and we are looking for someone who wants their career to do the same. This is an opportunity to be part of a highly respected, supportive team delivering urgent and life-changing legal protection for survivors of domestic abuse. THE OPPORTUNITY This is a hands-on, fast-paced, and deeply rewarding role within our specialist Domestic Abuse team. You will manage your own caseload of domestic abuse matters from start to finish, working closely...

EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR, NQ+, MANCHESTER - Looking for a role where you can broaden your employment law experience and work with a diverse client base? A highly regarded Legal 500 law firm is looking to add to its Employment team in Manchester following a period of growth. This is a great opportunity for an Employment Solicitor, from NQ level upwards, to join an established team handling a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious work. What's on offer? A varied caseload covering both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Exposure to work for both employers and employees. The opportunity to advise on contracts of employment, TUPE, restrictive covenants, redundancy and Employment Tribunal claims. A supportive team environment where you can continue to build your experience and develop your career. A competitive salary, dependent on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Who are they looking for? You'll be an Employment Solicitor with up to...