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Private Client Solicitor (2 years PQE+) Salary: £40,000-£45,000 DOE Job Type: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent Benefits & perks Competitive salary dependent on experience Hybrid working - minimum 3 days in the office per week for eligible qualified employees 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (3 days allocated to the Christmas office closure) Birthday off work (non-contractual) Private healthcare with BUPA after 6 months' service Simplyhealth Cash Plan Scheme (non-contractual) Workplace pension scheme via salary sacrifice Enhanced maternity pay, subject to eligibility Fully funded social events Half-day volunteering leave (non-contractual) Excellent career progression opportunities Full-time or part-time hours considered Are you a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive looking for your next career move? I'm currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Hull that is looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its growing Private Client team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 2-5 years' PQE who is looking to take the next step in their career, manage a varied caseload and become part of a firm that offers genuine opportunities for progression. The firm offers a supportive working environment, hybrid working and an attractive benefits package, alongside the opportunity to play an active role in the continued growth of the department. What will you be doing? Managing your own caseload of Private Client matters from instruction through to completion. Drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts. Dealing with Estate and Trust Administration. Handling Court of Protection matters. Advising clients on Inheritance Tax planning. Assisting clients with Business Succession Planning. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Working closely with colleagues across the Private Client team. Getting involved in business development, networking and helping to grow the department. What are we looking for? A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with ideally 2-5 years' PQE. Experience across a broad range of Private Client matters. Confidence managing your own caseload independently. Strong technical knowledge of Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Administration. Excellent communication and client care skills. A proactive, personable and professional approach. Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to contribute to the continued development of the department. An interest in business development and networking would be advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established law firm that is continuing to invest in and develop its Private Client department. Alongside this, the firm offers an attractive benefits package, including hybrid working, private healthcare, generous annual leave and additional wellbeing benefits. Whether you're actively looking for a new role or simply interested in exploring what other firms can offer, this could be a great opportunity to progress your Private Client career. Please get in touch with Ashleigh at SJC for more details.

Conveyancing Fee Earner Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Benefits & perks: Hybrid working available following probation Supportive and friendly working environment Support towards professional qualifications and career development Your birthday off Christmas closure Bonus scheme Regular team-building activities Join a well-established high street law firm Are you an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner looking for a new opportunity? Perhaps you're happy in your current role but would be open to joining a firm that offers a better work-life balance, a supportive team and the opportunity to continue developing your career. I am currently working with a well-established high street law firm in Pontefract that is looking to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join its residential property team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys managing their own caseload but also values working within a friendly, supportive environment where professional development is encouraged. The firm offers hybrid working following probation, support towards further qualifications and a range of additional benefits, making this an attractive opportunity for someone looking for a long-term career move. What will you be doing? Managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion. Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases. Dealing with remortgages and transfers of equity where required. Reviewing contracts, title documents, searches and enquiries. Drafting and reviewing legal documentation. Preparing reports on title and mortgage reports. Managing exchanges and completions. Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other solicitors. Providing regular updates to clients and ensuring transactions progress efficiently. Maintaining excellent standards of client care throughout the conveyancing process. What are we looking for? Ideally, a minimum of 3 years' experience working within residential conveyancing. Previous experience independently managing a residential conveyancing caseload. Applications welcomed from Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers, Chartered Legal Executives and experienced Conveyancing Fee Earners. Strong knowledge of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases. Confidence handling transactions from instruction through to completion. Excellent communication and client care skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines. A proactive, approachable and professional attitude. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established high street law firm that genuinely values its team and encourages professional development. Whether you're already qualified or working towards a qualification, the firm is keen to support your continued progression within residential conveyancing. If you're an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner looking for a firm where you can build a long-term career while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, this could be the opportunity for you. Please get in touch with Ashleigh at SJC for further details.

Family Legal Secretary Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered Parking available We're recruiting on behalf of an established Barnsley law firm seeking an enthusiastic and efficient Legal Secretary to join its Family team. This is an opportunity to support a busy team handling a varied caseload. The firm values excellent client service and a collaborative approach, so you'll be someone who enjoys helping colleagues and making clients feel supported. What will you be doing? Preparing court documents, correspondence and other legal paperwork Audio typing and managing emails and telephone enquiries Assisting with solicitors' diaries and appointments Maintaining files and preparing them for billing Supporting with Legal Aid paperwork, with training available Helping the team provide a professional and responsive service to clients What are we looking for? Previous legal secretarial experience Family or care law experience would be an advantage, but is not essential Strong audio typing and document preparation skills Excellent organisation and attention to detail A professional and empathetic approach when dealing with clients The ability to manage competing priorities and work well under pressure If you're an organised Legal Secretary who takes pride in providing excellent support and client service, we'd be pleased to hear from you. Please get in touch with

Residential Conveyancer Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 DOE Location: Nottingham SJC Legal is currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm looking to recruit an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its Property team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Conveyancer looking to join a supportive and established department, handling a varied residential property caseload with opportunities for long-term career development. The Benefits Competitive salary of £35,000 - £55,000 depending on experience Established and reputable Residential Conveyancing department Varied residential property caseload Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for professional development and career progression Opportunity to build relationships with local clients and introducers The Role Manage your own Residential Conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion Handle Freehold and Leasehold Sales and Purchases, Remortgages and Transfers of Equity Undertake title reviews, raise and respond to enquiries and prepare reports on title Manage exchange of contracts and completion processes Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers and other solicitors Ensure transactions progress efficiently while maintaining excellent client care Build and maintain relationships with local agents and professional contacts The Candidate Be a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced unqualified Conveyancer Have experience independently managing a Residential Conveyancing caseload Be confident handling Freehold and Leasehold transactions Have strong technical conveyancing knowledge and excellent attention to detail Be highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines Have excellent communication and client care skills Be a positive team player who enjoys working within a collaborative environment How to Apply For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, or to discuss other conveyancing positions currently available across the East Midlands, please contact Alex Wilcock, Legal Recruitment Consultant at SJC Legal.

Residential Conveyancer Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 DOE Location: Norwich, Norfolk SJC Legal is currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm looking to recruit an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its Property team in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity for a Conveyancer looking to join a supportive and established department, handling a varied residential property caseload with opportunities for long-term career development. The Benefits Competitive salary of £35,000 - £55,000 depending on experience Established and reputable Residential Conveyancing department Varied residential property caseload Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for professional development and career progression Opportunity to build relationships with local clients and introducers The Role Manage your own Residential Conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion Handle Freehold and Leasehold Sales and Purchases, Remortgages and Transfers of Equity Undertake title reviews, raise and respond to enquiries and prepare reports on title Manage exchange of contracts and completion processes Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers and other solicitors Ensure transactions progress efficiently while maintaining excellent client care Build and maintain relationships with local agents and professional contacts The Candidate Be a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced unqualified Conveyancer Have experience independently managing a Residential Conveyancing caseload Be confident handling Freehold and Leasehold transactions Have strong technical conveyancing knowledge and excellent attention to detail Be highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines Have excellent communication and client care skills Be a positive team player who enjoys working within a collaborative environment How to Apply For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, or to discuss other conveyancing positions currently available across Norfolk, please contact Alex Wilcock, Legal Recruitment Consultant at SJC Legal.

Head of Mechanical Services Salary: £70,000 per annum + Monthly Bonus + Company Car or Car Allowance Benefits: Monthly performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance and fuel card 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Company pension and sick pay Company phone and laptop Funded training and professional development Annual salary review The Opportunity Are you an experienced Mechanical Services Manager or Head of Mechanical looking for your next senior leadership opportunity? An established building services and facilities management group is looking for a commercially minded Head of Mechanical Services to lead and grow its mechanical division. You'll take ownership of a major university estate maintenance contract, lead an established team and play a key role in developing the division's mechanical maintenance and projects portfolio. What You'll Be Doing Lead and develop mechanical maintenance, projects and administration teams. Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance and mechanical projects. Manage major maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance, quality and client satisfaction. Oversee commercial heating, plumbing, air conditioning and boiler room projects. Manage budgets, profit and loss (P&L), contract pricing and profitability. Build client relationships, identify new business opportunities and drive divisional growth. What We're Looking For Minimum five years' experience managing multi-site mechanical maintenance contracts. Strong technical knowledge of commercial heating, plumbing, HVAC and air conditioning systems. Proven experience leading teams and managing budgets, contracts and profitability. Knowledge of statutory compliance, SFG20 and CDM regulations. Relevant mechanical qualification or equivalent experience, plus SMSTS. Full UK driving licence. Experience in facilities management, university estates, CAFM systems or business development would be advantageous. Interested? If you're an ambitious mechanical services leader looking for greater responsibility, commercial ownership and the opportunity to grow an established division, we'd love to hear from you.

Varied residential conveyancing work Friendly, established legal team Full-time role based in Honiton Conveyancing Paralegal Competitive salary & generous b enefits Honiton Full-time Office-based Are you a Conveyancing Paralegal or Conveyancing Assistant looking for your next role? SJC Partners is working with an established law firm seeking an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join its residential property team. You'll help progress transactions within a friendly, professional environment. Your role Prepare draft contract packs and deal with sale enquiries. Order searches and assist with exchanges and completions. Prepare completion statements, SDLT forms and Land Registry searches. Handle post-completion work. Keep clients updated and produce documents using case management software. Support fee earners with digital dictation and provide occasional reception cover. About you You'll have previous residential conveyancing experience, either as a Conveyancing Paralegal or Conveyancing Assistant, and feel confident supporting transactions through the different stages. You'll also bring: Strong organisation and attention to detail. Clear communication and a confident telephone manner. The ability to manage changing priorities and use your initiative. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and case management systems. To apply, send your CV to Paige at SJC Partners, or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Head of Conveyancing Department Location: Harrogate Salary: Competitive and negotiable, depending on experience and the value you can bring to the department. Working pattern: Full-time, office-based. The possibility of one day working from home may be considered after a six-month probation period. An established law firm in Harrogate is looking for an experienced Conveyancer or Solicitor to lead its Conveyancing Department. This is an opportunity for someone with strong residential conveyancing experience who is ready to take the next step and help develop a department. Previous managerial experience isn't essential, but you should be confident supporting colleagues and keen to take on a leadership role. Existing relationships with Harrogate estate agents, or the ability to build these connections, would be an advantage. What you'll be doing Helping lead the day-to-day running and development of the Conveyancing Department. Managing your own residential conveyancing caseload. Supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge and helping maintain a high standard of client care. Building strong working relationships with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other professionals. Developing the department's local network and contributing to its continued growth. Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in line with regulatory and firm requirements. What we're looking for An experienced Conveyancer or Solicitor with a strong background in residential conveyancing. The confidence and enthusiasm to take on a leadership role and support colleagues. Previous managerial experience is not essential. Excellent communication, organisation and client-care skills. A proactive approach to developing relationships and business in the Harrogate area. Existing connections with local estate agents or a track record of building a local following would be an advantage. Why apply? The opportunity to take the next step in your career and help lead a conveyancing department. A competitive salary with the final package depending on experience and local connections or following. A Harrogate-based role, working from the office. The possibility of one day working from home after successfully completing a six-month probation period. If the above opportunity sounds of interest, please get in touch with Ashleigh at SJC Partners.

Are you a technically strong estimator with experience in oil-fired heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems? My client is looking for an OFTEC & F-Gas Qualified Estimator to join their team, based in Peterborough. As an Estimator, you'll take ownership of pricing and estimating works across the maintenance contracts and project pipeline. You'll prepare accurate, competitive quotations for planned and reactive works, working closely with operations, project managers, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure pricing is technically sound and commercially viable. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical knowledge, estimating experience, and an eye for detail. Key responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for planned and reactive maintenance works, in line with SFG20 planned maintenance guidelines. Price oil-fired heating and air conditioning/refrigeration works, including materials, labour, and subcontractor costs. Review site surveys, drawings, and specifications to produce detailed, competitive pricing. Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain quotations and clarify scope. Update and maintain CAFM systems with accurate job and pricing information. Work closely with helpdesk and operations teams to align quotations with client requirements and contract terms. Identify additional works and support the wider sales and estimating process. Ensure pricing reflects relevant OFTEC and F-Gas regulatory requirements and health & safety standards. Track outstanding quotations and follow up as required. Produce accurate estimating documentation and reports. Support project delivery teams and hand over won works to Project Managers. What we're looking for Essential: OFTEC qualification or strong working knowledge of OFTEC-regulated systems. F-Gas qualification or strong working knowledge of F-Gas-regulated systems. Proven experience in an estimating role within commercial or industrial building services or maintenance. Strong technical knowledge of oil-fired heating, air conditioning/refrigeration, and associated M&E equipment. Experience working to SFG20 planned maintenance guidelines. Comfortable using CAFM systems for job and pricing management. Sound understanding of health & safety legislation relevant to M&E works. Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and subcontractors. Well organised, able to manage multiple quotations and deadlines simultaneously. Desirable: NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent. What's on offer? Competitive salary Dependent on experience Company bonus scheme Sick pay & pension contributions 22 days holiday + bank holidays Ongoing training & career development If you have the technical knowledge, estimating experience, and attention to detail we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your estimating career.

A very well established boutique investment bank is looking to hire an Investment Banking Associate to join its award-winning team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to gain exposure to a broad range of transactions, working closely with senior bankers on M&A, IPOs, equity fundraisings and wider corporate advisory mandates. Key Responsibilities: Transaction Execution Support the execution of M&A, IPO, fundraising and other corporate finance transactions. Build and maintain detailed financial models, valuation analyses and transaction models. Conduct company, sector and market research. Prepare transaction materials, including pitch books, information memoranda, board presentations, management presentations, valuation materials and investor presentations. Assist with due diligence processes and coordinate information requests. Support the preparation and review of transaction documentation. M&A and Valuation Conduct comparable company and precedent transaction analysis. Assist with acquisition and disposal analysis. Build merger models and perform accretion/dilution analyses. Research potential acquisition targets and buyers. Support management teams throughout the transaction process. Client Engagement and Business Development Assist senior bankers with client meetings and presentations. Develop an understanding of clients' businesses, sectors and strategic objectives. Contribute to pitch preparation and new business origination. Build relationships with management teams, investors and professional advisers. Candidate Requirements Approximately 2-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, Big 4 deals or an equivalent environment. Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills. Excellent Excel and PowerPoint proficiency. A strong understanding of financial statements, DCF valuation, trading comparables, precedent transactions, M&A mechanics and equity capital markets. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a genuine interest in companies, markets and transactions. Open to candidates from audit Candidates currently working in audit who are looking to transition into M&A and corporate finance will also be considered. A clear motivation for making the move is essential, while candidates with prior deals experience may have an advantage. This represents an outstanding opportunity to join one of the premier investment banking boutiques, gain exposure to a diverse range of transactions and build a long-term career in investment banking.