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...

Risk & Compliance Manager - Legal Services Birmingham (Hybrid) Full-time £65,000-£80,000 DOE About the Role We are seeking a proactive and experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to join the growing in-house legal and compliance team of this highly regarded law firm. This is a key role responsible for leading compliance initiatives, overseeing data protection, and ensuring the firm meets all regulatory obligations. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders to manage risk frameworks, support regulatory engagement, and drive a strong culture of compliance across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead data protection activities, including audits, DPIAs and breach management Maintain and develop risk registers and support quarterly Risk Committee reporting Act as a key contact for regulators (e.g. SRA, ICO, FCA) Manage incident reporting, investigations and escalation Oversee insurance claims and policy renewals Develop and deliver compliance...

Contracts Manager / Senior Contracts Manager - Technology & Telecom Sectors London, Hybrid £55,000 - £90,000 depending on experience Are you an experienced contracts professional ready for your next challenge? Robert Half is seeking a Contracts Manager/Senior Contracts Manager with a proven background in the technology or telecommunications sectors . This is not a generic legal role-sector-specific experience is absolutely essential for success. About the Role: As Contracts Manager/Senior Contracts Manager , you'll provide vital legal support across operational, sales, procurement, and management teams. You'll help shape our commercial success by ensuring all activity is underpinned by robust legal frameworks, tailored for the unique demands of the tech and telco environments. What We're Looking For: At least 3 years' experience in contract management or commercial contracts roles within the technology or telecommunications sector -candidates without...

Commercial Property Solicitor Milton Keynes (Hybrid Working) A well-established and growing regional law firm in Milton Keynes is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its expanding property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to take on a broad, high-quality caseload while benefiting from real autonomy and clear progression prospects within a supportive and ambitious firm. The Role You will advise on a wide range of commercial property matters, including: Sales and acquisitions of commercial property and land Acting on residential transactions for corporate entities Drafting and negotiating leases (grants, renewals, variations and assignments) Option, overage and pre-emption agreements Property finance and refinancing matters Auction transactions Right to Manage and Collective Enfranchisement matters You'll work with a diverse client base and play a key role in delivering practical,...

Commercial Litigation Managing Associate Birmingham (Hybrid Working) A highly regarded and well-established Birmingham-based law firm is seeking to appoint an experienced Commercial Litigation Managing Associate to join its growing team. Known for its strong market presence and high-quality work, the firm offers an excellent platform for ambitious litigators looking to step into a senior, strategic role. The Opportunity This position offers the chance to manage a broad and varied commercial disputes caseload , while also supporting senior leadership on complex, high-value and business-critical matters. The work is diverse and intellectually engaging, covering areas such as: Commercial contract disputes Shareholder and partnership disputes Restrictive covenant matters IT and technology-related disputes Supply of goods and services issues Defamation and reputation management IP-related disputes and warranty/indemnity claims The client base is equally...

GDPR Compliance Manager, Data Privacy Manager required by our client based near Trowbridge, Wiltshire, South West-commutable from Bath, Bristol, Chippenham, Westbury and Warminster Full time role-3 days per week on site (some travel within the UK, possibly extended to both European and international travel as required) Our client operating as a franchise brand with over 80 partners across the UK. Salary £40-£50K plus an excellent benefits package If you re passionate about GDPR and have worked as a Data Privacy Manager, Data Protection Manager, Information Governance Manager or Privacy Compliance Manager and enjoy problem-solving and want to make a meaningful difference in an organisation committed to doing the right thing, this could be the ideal role You will work closely with the Risk Manager/Data Protection Officer and play a central part in strengthening GDPR compliance across the organisation. You ll be supporting business wide initiatives and changes,...

Commercial Litigation Managing Associate Birmingham (Hybrid Working) A highly regarded and well-established Birmingham-based law firm is seeking to appoint an experienced Commercial Litigation Managing Associate to join its growing team. Known for its strong market presence and high-quality work, the firm offers an excellent platform for ambitious litigators looking to step into a senior, strategic role. The Opportunity This position offers the chance to manage a broad and varied commercial disputes caseload , while also supporting senior leadership on complex, high-value and business-critical matters. The work is diverse and intellectually engaging, covering areas such as: Commercial contract disputes Shareholder and partnership disputes Restrictive covenant matters IT and technology-related disputes Supply of goods and services issues Defamation and reputation management IP-related disputes and warranty/indemnity claims The client base is...

Commercial Property Solicitor Milton Keynes (Hybrid Working) A well-established and growing regional law firm in Milton Keynes is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its expanding property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to take on a broad, high-quality caseload while benefiting from real autonomy and clear progression prospects within a supportive and ambitious firm. The Role You will advise on a wide range of commercial property matters, including: Sales and acquisitions of commercial property and land Acting on residential transactions for corporate entities Drafting and negotiating leases (grants, renewals, variations and assignments) Option, overage and pre-emption agreements Property finance and refinancing matters Auction transactions Right to Manage and Collective Enfranchisement matters You'll work with a diverse client base and play a key role in delivering practical,...

Private Client Solicitor / 3+ PQE / Leeds / £50,000 DOE / A great opportunity to join a forward thinking law firm, progress your career and make a real impact within a well regarded private client team - To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 3253 OVERVIEW: • Join a well established and growing law firm within a friendly and progressive private client team• Manage your own varied caseload of private client matters• Draft Wills and provide tailored estate planning advice• Handle Probate and the administration of estates• Prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney• Manage Court of Protection applications• Advise on Trusts and related matters• Deliver clear, practical and compassionate advice to clients• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships• Contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the department• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in private client work• Strong experience across Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts• Highly...

Job Title: Solicitor Apprentice Location: Middlesbrough, TS2 1PS Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Apprenticeship Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm Duration: 6 years Training Course: Solicitor (Level 7) - Teesside University Closing Date: Monday, 20th April 2026 Start Date: September 2026 About Bulkhaul: Bulkhaul is an established international ISO Tank Operator with a significant global presence. It operates through a global network of offices. Bulkhaul's expertise lies in delivering cutting-edge tanker logistics solutions worldwide. The company forms part of The Gibson O'Neill Group, which includes Rockliffe Hall Hotel and Middlesbrough Football Club. The Group's in-house legal team provides advice and support to all the businesses across a variety of legal issues, including commercial, contractual, employment, property and regulatory matters. The Role: This Solicitor Apprenticeship offers the opportunity for a sixth form...

Part-Time Paralegal -Private Client (temp to perm) Location: Guildford + free parking on site/ walking distance from the station Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexibility on days) Salary: 14-16 per hour (DOE) PLUS 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Private medical insurance, Gym membership discounts, Pension scheme, Enhanced maternity pay + So much more! Overview: Are you a detail-driven Paralegal or Legal Executive with a passion for Private Client work? Our client, a dynamic, inclusive, and well-respected law firm in Guildford is looking for a motivated legal professional to join their supportive Private Client team on a part-time basis. You will play a key role in helping solicitors deliver an exceptional service to clients across a broad range of matters, including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney . If you enjoy meaningful client interaction and work that truly makes a difference, this could be the role for you....

Information Governance Officer Hybrid - 2 days in central London office / 3 from home 4 months + The role: Working for a large central London based Housing association, you will support the Data Protection Manager in achieving GDPR and data protection compliance. Information Governance / SAR / Data Protection backgrounds will be considered Key Duties: Incident and request resolution Investigating and responding to security incidents, data breaches and data protection related complaints. Responding to subject access requests, within agreed timelines Advice First point of contact for business for advice and assistance on all data protection matters including DPIAs, action plans, data sharing agreements, information asset register etc Activities supporting compliance Review, develop and prepare guidance for staff on all data protection matters on a regular basis Embedding GDPR compliance by leading and supporting wider business through regular...

Part-Time Paralegal -Private Client (temp to perm) Location: Guildford + free parking on site/ walking distance from the stationHours: 22.5 hours per week (flexibility on days) Salary: £14-16 per hour (DOE) PLUS 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Private medical insurance, Gym membership discounts, Pension scheme, Enhanced maternity pay + So much more! Overview: Are you a detail-driven Paralegal or Legal Executive with a passion for Private Client work? Our client, a dynamic, inclusive, and well-respected law firm in Guildford is looking for a motivated legal professional to join their supportive Private Client team on a part-time basis. You will play a key role in helping solicitors deliver an exceptional service to clients across a broad range of matters, including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney . If you enjoy meaningful client interaction and work that truly makes a difference, this could be the role for you....

It's an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support - and we're also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions. Victim Support is seeking a committed and detail-focused Deputy Team Leader to help coordinate and maintain excellent support for witnesses within busy Court environments in Mansfield and Nottingham. You will play a vital role in supporting the Team Leader, volunteers, and wider service ensuring witnesses receive timely, compassionate, and effective support throughout their justice journey. This role is full-time working 37.5 hours per week covering Mansfield Nightingale Court & Nottingham Crown Court. Are you an organised, proactive individual with a passion for supporting victims and witnesses as they navigate the justice system? Do you enjoy working collaboratively,...

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 Social Housing Team consists of around 25 fee earning and support staff, which sits within the Firm's Property Department and acts for a broad range of national and regional Registered Providers and local authorities on a wide range of issues affecting the sector. We are a multi-disciplinary team, used to working together on major projects. The breadth of our expertise means that we provide our clients with a fully comprehensive service which covers all the legal needs of RPs and other...

It's an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support - and we're also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions. Victim Support is seeking a committed and detail-focused Team Leader to help coordinate and maintain excellent support for witnesses within the busy Court environment at Medway Magistrates Court. You will play a vital role in supporting the Team Leader, volunteers, and wider service ensuring witnesses receive timely, compassionate, and effective support throughout their justice journey. This role to provide maternity cover for up to 1 year working 30 hours per week covering Medway Magistrates Court . Are you an organised, proactive individual with a passion for supporting victims and witnesses as they navigate the justice system? Do you enjoy working collaboratively, ensuring...

It's an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support - and we're also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions. Victim Support is seeking a committed and detail-focused Deputy Team Leader to help coordinate and maintain excellent support for witnesses within busy Court environments in Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth. You will play a vital role in supporting the Team Leader, volunteers, and wider service ensuring witnesses receive timely, compassionate, and effective support throughout their justice journey. This role is part-time working 18 hours per week covering Bournemouth Crown Court, Poole Magistrates Court, Weymouth Magistrates Court and Dorset Remote Live Link Site (in Bournemouth). Are you an organised, proactive individual with a passion for supporting victims and witnesses as...

PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR, 6-7 PQE, HERTFORDSHIRE, SALARY UP TO £55-75,000 (DOE). An excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join a thriving Private Client Department at a well-established and highly respected law firm, with clear opportunities for career progression. JOB REF: • The firm is seeking qualified Solicitors with at least 6 years' PQE and solid technical experience in Private Client matters.• The role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse and interesting caseload covering the full range of private client matters. You will advise clients on wills, including living wills, handle probate applications, and prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney.• In addition, you will be involved in the creation and ongoing management of trusts, Court of Protection matters, and the efficient administration of estates, delivering comprehensive, high-quality support to clients across a range of sensitive and complex issues.• The role will also involve contributing to...

Legal Director Commercial Property 10+ Years PQE, Birmingham, £90,000+ (DOE) - A new opportunity for a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor with proven experience in managing, mentoring, and inspiring a successful commercial property team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual to head up the northern region of this national firm and to drive the strategic direction of the property team's northern offices. JOB REF: 3121• Applications are sought from Commercial Property Solicitors with a minimum of 10 Years PQE looking for a new challenge in their career.• You'll play a strategic role in shaping the future of the department, delivering high-quality legal services, and driving business growth.• Lead and supervise a high-performing commercial property team, providing guidance and mentoring to support their development• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters including leases, sales, purchases and re-mortgages with registered,...

LITIGATION SOLICITOR, 4+ PQE, BEDFORDSHIRE, SALARY £50-65,000 (DOE). This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join the expanding Litigation department of a well-established and highly regarded law firm. JOB REF: The successful candidate will handle a diverse and interesting caseload of general litigation matters, including contentious civil, commercial, and property disputes, working as part of a growing dispute resolution team.• The firm is seeking qualified Solicitors with at least 4 years' PQE and broad litigation experience. Experience in commercial or insolvency litigation would be beneficial but is not required.• You will manage your own caseload, advising clients on a wide range of contentious and complex matters from initial instruction through to resolution, including court proceedings and advocacy where required. • The role will also involve developing new business through marketing initiatives, networking, and internal cross-referrals, while...