Practice Group / Department: Legal Services Management - Newcastle Job Description We're Norton Rose Fulbright - a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. At Norton Rose Fulbright, our strategy and our culture are closely entwined. We know that our expansion will mean little unless it is underpinned by truly global collaboration and we understand that pioneering work only takes place when our people have room to move and think beyond boundaries. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do.  The Team The Newcastle Legal Services Team ( LST ) is a team of 50+ Paralegals and (Senior) Associates, all of whom work across Norton Rose Fulbright’s practice areas in many jurisdictions. This role is focused on the Paralegal population. The...

Summary: Are you a legal expert looking for a role where your advice directly shapes critical infrastructure? Do you want to move away from the churn of external practice and become a valued, strategic partner within a dedicated, friendly in house legal team? You have knowledge of NEC contracts and it's use within infrastructure? You'll join us as Construction Lawyer to be the dedicated legal lead for our engineering and infrastructure development. We are gearing up for a massive increase in our capital delivery, driven by a bold business plan of £1.9 billion over the next five years. As we mainly utilise NEC contracts, previous experience and knowledge is key; this is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise to complex, large-scale water projects that will serve our community for generations. You will serve as the dedicated legal lead responsible for managing all legal issues relating to SEW's construction and infrastructure development. This position is...

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...

Job Advertisement: Personal Injury Solicitor (3-5 Years PQE) Location: Reading Salary: Dependent on Experience About the Role: Our client, a highly regarded organisation in the legal sector, is seeking a skilled Personal Injury Solicitor with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their esteemed Personal Injury team. This is an exceptional opportunity to collaborate with experienced lawyers in a supportive and dynamic environment, managing a diverse caseload of claimant Personal Injury matters. Key Responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of claimant Personal Injury matters, ensuring files are progressed efficiently in line with firm procedures. Run Multi-Track Personal Injury cases under supervision, including drafting pleadings, reviewing evidence, and preparing cases for trial. Assist Partners and senior fee earners with high-value and complex Multi-Track Personal Injury claims. Liaise with clients, experts, counsel, and other stakeholders to...

Legal Secretary Location: Epsom (relocating to Leatherhead in May) Contract: Full-time Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits Do you want to work with one of the largest legal practices in Surrey? Our client has a proud history and a modern, forward-thinking approach, they deliver high-quality, practical and cost-effective legal solutions for individuals, businesses and organisations. They are now recruiting an experienced Legal Secretary to join their highly regarded Private Client team. About the Role As a Legal Secretary in their Private Client department, you will provide dedicated support to fee earners, enabling them to work efficiently and deliver exceptional service to our clients. You will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of daily operations, using strong organisational skills, initiative, and professionalism. You'll be based in their Epsom office , which is due to relocate to Leatherhead in May 2026. Key Responsibilities Provide...

Opportunity: Court of Protection Solicitor (4-6 PQE) Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 1 day per week in office) Salary: Up to £70,000 (DOE) + Bonus Are you looking to join a specialist firm where you can genuinely develop your expertise in Court of Protection work, while being part of an ambitious and growing team? Yolk Recruitment are working with a forward-thinking private client firm that is quickly building a national presence. With a clear vision to become a market leader in private client work, the firm has already achieved recognition in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, reflecting the quality of work and calibre of the team. Following continued growth - including the recent expansion of their Bristol office - they are now looking to appoint a Court of Protection Solicitor to join their collaborative and highly regarded team. The Role: You will join a specialist Court of Protection team working closely with vulnerable clients and their families,...

Residential Conveyancer £35,000 - £40,000 Hybrid Working Flexible Hours Chepstow Yolk Legal are working with a well-established, friendly high street firm who are looking to recruit a Residential Conveyancer to take over an existing caseload due to a long-standing team member relocating. This is a quality-focused role with a manageable caseload and strong administrative support, ideal for someone who wants a better work-life balance without sacrificing interesting work. What you wll be doing as a Conveyancer: Manage a residential conveyancing caseload from enquiries through to completion Handle sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages Work closely with a dedicated property assistant who supports onboarding and completions Maintain strong client relationships and provide a high level of service What we're looking for: Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or experienced fee earner Around 2+ years' experience handling your own caseload Able to work...

Job Title: Junior or Newly Qualified Solicitor Location: Uckfield Contract Type: Permanent Salary £45,000 per annum (with salary increase after probation) Benefits including: 24 days Annual Leave + BH, Xmas Close, Parking, Healthcash . Salary will be reviewed after probation period. Office Hours - Monday - Friday Onsite 9-5/5.30pm. 1hr lunch. Office closes at 5pm. Are you a passionate and driven individual looking to kick-start your legal career in a supportive environment? Our client is seeking a Junior or NQ Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Uckfield. This is an incredible opportunity to develop your litigation skills while working on a variety of contentious landlord and tenant matters. What You'll Do: As a Junior Solicitor, you will work closely with three experienced fee earners under the guidance of a senior solicitor, supported by a team of four dedicated case handlers . Your responsibilities will include: Engaging in fee-earning work with...

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 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 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we...

Job Title: Junior or Newly Qualified Solicitor Location: Uckfield Contract Type: Permanent Salary 45,000 per annum (with salary increase after probation) Benefits including: 24 days Annual Leave + BH, Xmas Close, Parking, Healthcash . Salary will be reviewed after probation period. Office Hours - Monday - Friday Onsite 9-5/5.30pm. 1hr lunch. Office closes at 5pm. Are you a passionate and driven individual looking to kick-start your legal career in a supportive environment? Our client is seeking a Junior or NQ Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Uckfield. This is an incredible opportunity to develop your litigation skills while working on a variety of contentious landlord and tenant matters. What You'll Do: As a Junior Solicitor, you will work closely with three experienced fee earners under the guidance of a senior solicitor, supported by a team of four dedicated case handlers . Your responsibilities will include: Engaging in fee-earning work with...

Opportunity: Court of Protection Solicitor (4-6 PQE) Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 1 day per week in office) Salary: Up to 70,000 (DOE) + Bonus Are you looking to join a specialist firm where you can genuinely develop your expertise in Court of Protection work, while being part of an ambitious and growing team? Yolk Recruitment are working with a forward-thinking private client firm that is quickly building a national presence. With a clear vision to become a market leader in private client work, the firm has already achieved recognition in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, reflecting the quality of work and calibre of the team. Following continued growth - including the recent expansion of their Bristol office - they are now looking to appoint a Court of Protection Solicitor to join their collaborative and highly regarded team. The Role: You will join a specialist Court of Protection team working closely with vulnerable clients and their...

Residential Conveyancer 35,000 - 40,000 Hybrid Working Flexible Hours Chepstow Yolk Legal are working with a well-established, friendly high street firm who are looking to recruit a Residential Conveyancer to take over an existing caseload due to a long-standing team member relocating. This is a quality-focused role with a manageable caseload and strong administrative support, ideal for someone who wants a better work-life balance without sacrificing interesting work. What you wll be doing as a Conveyancer: Manage a residential conveyancing caseload from enquiries through to completion Handle sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages Work closely with a dedicated property assistant who supports onboarding and completions Maintain strong client relationships and provide a high level of service What we're looking for: Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or experienced fee earner Around 2+ years' experience handling your own caseload Able to work...

Commercial Property Solicitor (2-5 Years' PQE) We are partnering with a reputable firm seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor with 2-5 years' Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) to join their growing Commercial Property team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a well-rounded commercial property lawyer, ideally with some exposure to development work, to advance their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive support while managing a diverse caseload of up to 100 matters and will gain experience across a wide range of high-quality commercial property work. Key Responsibilities Acting on development matters, including site acquisitions and project set-up Handling sales, purchases and leases of commercial premises, including non-contentious landlord and tenant issues Drafting and negotiating leases, licences and agreements for lease Advising landlords and tenants on their rights, obligations and commercial...