Employment Solicitor - Northampton A leading legal 500 and chambers listed Solicitors firm are looking to add to their Employment Law team with the recruitment of a Solicitor The team is in such a strong position that they are able to consider both Junior Lawyers (from NQ) looking for a strong in which to continue their development within, as well as more senior level lawyers looking for a new home to continue their careers at a senior level. The employment law team deal with a range of matters on behalf of mainly an employer client base, including contentious and non contentious work. The firm work across a range of sectors and enjoy a top rate reputation in this area of law, leading to a steady stream of interesting and high quality work. In addition to a fantastic working culture they offer a strong benefits package including a good salary (based on experience) along with up to 28 days annual leave +bank, private healthcare and much more. Any salary levels shown on this advert are for guidance only and are not set in stone. If you are an ambitious employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career within a leading regional practice, this role is worth serious consideration. Please feel free to apply using the links provided or alternatively, if you would like a confidential conversation about this first, please call me on (phone number removed) or message me on linkedin
May 02, 2026
Full time
Employment Solicitor - Northampton A leading legal 500 and chambers listed Solicitors firm are looking to add to their Employment Law team with the recruitment of a Solicitor The team is in such a strong position that they are able to consider both Junior Lawyers (from NQ) looking for a strong in which to continue their development within, as well as more senior level lawyers looking for a new home to continue their careers at a senior level. The employment law team deal with a range of matters on behalf of mainly an employer client base, including contentious and non contentious work. The firm work across a range of sectors and enjoy a top rate reputation in this area of law, leading to a steady stream of interesting and high quality work. In addition to a fantastic working culture they offer a strong benefits package including a good salary (based on experience) along with up to 28 days annual leave +bank, private healthcare and much more. Any salary levels shown on this advert are for guidance only and are not set in stone. If you are an ambitious employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career within a leading regional practice, this role is worth serious consideration. Please feel free to apply using the links provided or alternatively, if you would like a confidential conversation about this first, please call me on (phone number removed) or message me on linkedin
Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2-4 PQE) Cardiff Top Tier Law Firm From 60,000+ An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a top tier law firm in Cardiff, recognised for its high-quality work, collaborative culture, and strong presence across both the private and public sectors. This role sits within a well-established and highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, offering exposure to a broad and interesting caseload, as well as the opportunity to work alongside experienced senior lawyers on complex and high-value matters. What you will be doing as a Commercial Litigation Associate You will work on a diverse range of disputes, including: General commercial litigation and contractual disputes Complex, high-value and multi-party matters International arbitration Regulatory investigations and proceedings Contentious matters within specialist sectors such as Education You will also have the opportunity to gain exposure to: Public sector and regulatory advisory work Sensitive and high-profile matters requiring detailed investigation Cross-team collaboration on specialist issues (e.g. data protection, discrimination, and governance) This is a varied role offering a strong mix of hands-on responsibility and support from senior team members, making it ideal for someone looking to further develop their technical expertise and client exposure. The experience you will have as a Commercial Litigation Associate: Qualified Solicitor with circa 2-4 years' PQE (strong NQs will also be considered) Experience in commercial litigation/dispute resolution Strong analytical and drafting skills Ability to manage a varied caseload with appropriate supervision A proactive and collaborative approach What you will get as a Commercial Litigation Associate: This firm offers an outstanding platform for career development, including: High-quality, complex and often high-profile work Exposure to both domestic and international matters A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment Clear progression pathways and strong mentoring from senior lawyers Opportunities to get involved in business development, networking, and professional organisations Benefits Competitive salary starting from 60,000+ Flexible and hybrid working options Generous annual leave allowance Private healthcare and enhanced pension scheme Strong focus on work-life balance and wellbeing Access to high-quality training and development programmes This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a leading firm in Cardiff, working on top-tier matters while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Disputes Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Nicole Smith on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2-4 PQE) Cardiff Top Tier Law Firm From 60,000+ An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a top tier law firm in Cardiff, recognised for its high-quality work, collaborative culture, and strong presence across both the private and public sectors. This role sits within a well-established and highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, offering exposure to a broad and interesting caseload, as well as the opportunity to work alongside experienced senior lawyers on complex and high-value matters. What you will be doing as a Commercial Litigation Associate You will work on a diverse range of disputes, including: General commercial litigation and contractual disputes Complex, high-value and multi-party matters International arbitration Regulatory investigations and proceedings Contentious matters within specialist sectors such as Education You will also have the opportunity to gain exposure to: Public sector and regulatory advisory work Sensitive and high-profile matters requiring detailed investigation Cross-team collaboration on specialist issues (e.g. data protection, discrimination, and governance) This is a varied role offering a strong mix of hands-on responsibility and support from senior team members, making it ideal for someone looking to further develop their technical expertise and client exposure. The experience you will have as a Commercial Litigation Associate: Qualified Solicitor with circa 2-4 years' PQE (strong NQs will also be considered) Experience in commercial litigation/dispute resolution Strong analytical and drafting skills Ability to manage a varied caseload with appropriate supervision A proactive and collaborative approach What you will get as a Commercial Litigation Associate: This firm offers an outstanding platform for career development, including: High-quality, complex and often high-profile work Exposure to both domestic and international matters A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment Clear progression pathways and strong mentoring from senior lawyers Opportunities to get involved in business development, networking, and professional organisations Benefits Competitive salary starting from 60,000+ Flexible and hybrid working options Generous annual leave allowance Private healthcare and enhanced pension scheme Strong focus on work-life balance and wellbeing Access to high-quality training and development programmes This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a leading firm in Cardiff, working on top-tier matters while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Disputes Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Nicole Smith on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Our client, a leading Legal 500 private practice with a strong regional presence, is seeking a Private Client Lawyer to join its growing Wills and Probate team. They are recruiting a Junior Private Client Lawyer (3+ PQE) to manage their own caseload independently with minimal supervision, and a Senior Private Client Lawyer (5+ PQE) to handle a more complex caseload while also supervising and mentoring junior colleagues. This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded firm with strong scope for progression and development. Type of work in this Private Client Lawyer opportunity: Wills and estate planning Probate and estate administration Powers of Attorney (LPAs) Inheritance tax planning Trust creation and administration Estate and inheritance planning Benefits for this Private Client Lawyer role: Hybrid working Full-time or part-time options Generous holiday allowance BUPA health cover Life insurance (3x salary) Recognition awards High-quality work with an established client base Supportive and collaborative team environment If you're a Private Client Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37711. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
May 02, 2026
Full time
Our client, a leading Legal 500 private practice with a strong regional presence, is seeking a Private Client Lawyer to join its growing Wills and Probate team. They are recruiting a Junior Private Client Lawyer (3+ PQE) to manage their own caseload independently with minimal supervision, and a Senior Private Client Lawyer (5+ PQE) to handle a more complex caseload while also supervising and mentoring junior colleagues. This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded firm with strong scope for progression and development. Type of work in this Private Client Lawyer opportunity: Wills and estate planning Probate and estate administration Powers of Attorney (LPAs) Inheritance tax planning Trust creation and administration Estate and inheritance planning Benefits for this Private Client Lawyer role: Hybrid working Full-time or part-time options Generous holiday allowance BUPA health cover Life insurance (3x salary) Recognition awards High-quality work with an established client base Supportive and collaborative team environment If you're a Private Client Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37711. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Opportunity: Land & Property Lawyer - Residential Property Focus (5+ PQE) Location: Crewkerne (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to 95,000 + Bonus This is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected regional law firm with a strong presence across Dorset and Somerset, at an exciting point in its growth journey. The role is a succession hire following the retirement of a senior Partner, meaning you will inherit an established and active caseload alongside long-standing client relationships from day one. The firm is expanding and evolving, and this role offers something increasingly rare in the market: real scope to shape your position, influence how the team develops and progress your career in a way that reflects your strengths and ambitions. Whether you're looking to step into an Senior Associate position or progress towards Salaried Partner level, there is flexibility here to mould the role around the right person. You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative Land & Property team where quality of work, autonomy and long-term relationships with clients are genuinely valued. The Role: As a key member of the Land & Property team, you'll take ownership of a varied residential property and land-focused caseload, handling matters from instruction through to post-completion with minimal supervision. You'll be trusted with responsibility from day one, including: Managing a full residential property caseload independently Working to billing and time-recording targets Supporting and mentoring junior team members, including trainees and support staff Playing an active role in business development and local networking Building and maintaining strong client relationships across the local market Contributing to the wider growth and development of the department A broader understanding of land law and rural property work would be highly advantageous, along with a genuine interest in the local area and market. What We Are Looking For: We're keen to speak with experienced Property Lawyers who are looking for more than just another fee-earning role. You'll ideally bring: 5+ years' PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Strong background in residential property and land law Confidence managing your own caseload with limited supervision Experience (or appetite) for supervising and supporting junior colleagues Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines A proactive approach to business development and networking Excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach Confidence using case management systems and digital dictation tools A genuine interest in building long-term client and community relationships Local market knowledge or a connection to the Dorset/Somerset area would be a real advantage but not essential for the right person. What Is on Offer: 25-30 days holiday plus bank holidays (plus a half-day for your birthday) Enhanced pension scheme Discretionary bonus scheme Life assurance 4x salary Health cash plan Private health insurance A genuinely supportive and social team culture Clear opportunities for progression Why This Role? This is a chance to join a firm that is investing in its future and actively growing its property offering. You won't be stepping into a rigid or overly prescriptive structure - instead, you'll have the freedom to make your mark, develop your practice and play a key role in shaping the direction of the team. If you're looking for a platform where you can combine autonomy, progression and high-quality work within a down-to-earth and supportive environment, this could be exactly the right next step. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Opportunity: Land & Property Lawyer - Residential Property Focus (5+ PQE) Location: Crewkerne (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to 95,000 + Bonus This is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected regional law firm with a strong presence across Dorset and Somerset, at an exciting point in its growth journey. The role is a succession hire following the retirement of a senior Partner, meaning you will inherit an established and active caseload alongside long-standing client relationships from day one. The firm is expanding and evolving, and this role offers something increasingly rare in the market: real scope to shape your position, influence how the team develops and progress your career in a way that reflects your strengths and ambitions. Whether you're looking to step into an Senior Associate position or progress towards Salaried Partner level, there is flexibility here to mould the role around the right person. You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative Land & Property team where quality of work, autonomy and long-term relationships with clients are genuinely valued. The Role: As a key member of the Land & Property team, you'll take ownership of a varied residential property and land-focused caseload, handling matters from instruction through to post-completion with minimal supervision. You'll be trusted with responsibility from day one, including: Managing a full residential property caseload independently Working to billing and time-recording targets Supporting and mentoring junior team members, including trainees and support staff Playing an active role in business development and local networking Building and maintaining strong client relationships across the local market Contributing to the wider growth and development of the department A broader understanding of land law and rural property work would be highly advantageous, along with a genuine interest in the local area and market. What We Are Looking For: We're keen to speak with experienced Property Lawyers who are looking for more than just another fee-earning role. You'll ideally bring: 5+ years' PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Strong background in residential property and land law Confidence managing your own caseload with limited supervision Experience (or appetite) for supervising and supporting junior colleagues Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines A proactive approach to business development and networking Excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach Confidence using case management systems and digital dictation tools A genuine interest in building long-term client and community relationships Local market knowledge or a connection to the Dorset/Somerset area would be a real advantage but not essential for the right person. What Is on Offer: 25-30 days holiday plus bank holidays (plus a half-day for your birthday) Enhanced pension scheme Discretionary bonus scheme Life assurance 4x salary Health cash plan Private health insurance A genuinely supportive and social team culture Clear opportunities for progression Why This Role? This is a chance to join a firm that is investing in its future and actively growing its property offering. You won't be stepping into a rigid or overly prescriptive structure - instead, you'll have the freedom to make your mark, develop your practice and play a key role in shaping the direction of the team. If you're looking for a platform where you can combine autonomy, progression and high-quality work within a down-to-earth and supportive environment, this could be exactly the right next step. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Commercial Property Lawyer We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join a thriving and dynamic department. The successful candidate will manage a comprehensive caseload of commercial property matters from initial instruction through to completion. This position is ideal for a motivated, client-focused solicitor or legal executive eager to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality legal services within a supportive and collaborative team. The firm prides itself on a long-standing reputation for providing professional yet approachable advice across a broad spectrum of legal services to both individuals and businesses. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload encompassing property investment, commercial acquisitions (including development), sales, and commercial lease transactions. Oversee matters from instruction to completion, ensuring exemplary service and timely delivery. Draught, review, and approve legal documentation, including contracts and transfer deeds, with precision. Provide clear, concise, and responsive legal advice tailored to client needs. Work diligently in compliance with professional standards, including those set by the SRA, Lexcel, and CQS. Commit to continuous professional development, staying abreast of relevant legal updates and best practises. Contribute to the firm s marketing and business development initiatives, including participation in networking and industry events as appropriate. Undertake additional duties that support the growth and efficient operation of the department and wider business. Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (preferred). Minimum of three years experience within a busy commercial property team. Strong legal expertise with a thorough understanding of conveyancing processes. Proven ability to manage a caseload independently and effectively from the outset. Competent IT skills, with proficiency in relevant legal software. Familiarity with Lexcel, SRA Standards & Regulations, and Money Laundering Regulations. Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and professionalism at all times. Benefits 23 days holiday plus an additional day for your birthday, with annual increases based on length of service. Holiday purchase scheme. Complimentary parking facilities. Private medical insurance (following successful completion of probation). Long service awards recognising commitment. Generous pension scheme. Dress-down day on the final working day of each month. Free or subsidised legal fees. Comprehensive training and professional development support. Company sick pay. Cycle-to-work scheme. Eyecare vouchers. Flu vaccination voucher. Refer-a-friend scheme offering rewards. If you are interested in the above role, please call Sam Oliver on (phone number removed) or forward your most recent CV to (url removed). Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK. Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our website (url removed) for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Commercial Property Lawyer We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join a thriving and dynamic department. The successful candidate will manage a comprehensive caseload of commercial property matters from initial instruction through to completion. This position is ideal for a motivated, client-focused solicitor or legal executive eager to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality legal services within a supportive and collaborative team. The firm prides itself on a long-standing reputation for providing professional yet approachable advice across a broad spectrum of legal services to both individuals and businesses. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload encompassing property investment, commercial acquisitions (including development), sales, and commercial lease transactions. Oversee matters from instruction to completion, ensuring exemplary service and timely delivery. Draught, review, and approve legal documentation, including contracts and transfer deeds, with precision. Provide clear, concise, and responsive legal advice tailored to client needs. Work diligently in compliance with professional standards, including those set by the SRA, Lexcel, and CQS. Commit to continuous professional development, staying abreast of relevant legal updates and best practises. Contribute to the firm s marketing and business development initiatives, including participation in networking and industry events as appropriate. Undertake additional duties that support the growth and efficient operation of the department and wider business. Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (preferred). Minimum of three years experience within a busy commercial property team. Strong legal expertise with a thorough understanding of conveyancing processes. Proven ability to manage a caseload independently and effectively from the outset. Competent IT skills, with proficiency in relevant legal software. Familiarity with Lexcel, SRA Standards & Regulations, and Money Laundering Regulations. Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and professionalism at all times. Benefits 23 days holiday plus an additional day for your birthday, with annual increases based on length of service. Holiday purchase scheme. Complimentary parking facilities. Private medical insurance (following successful completion of probation). Long service awards recognising commitment. Generous pension scheme. Dress-down day on the final working day of each month. Free or subsidised legal fees. Comprehensive training and professional development support. Company sick pay. Cycle-to-work scheme. Eyecare vouchers. Flu vaccination voucher. Refer-a-friend scheme offering rewards. If you are interested in the above role, please call Sam Oliver on (phone number removed) or forward your most recent CV to (url removed). Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK. Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our website (url removed) for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.
Job Title: Project Manager Location: Sharston, Manchester, M22 4SN Salary : £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers' liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers' and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year on year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest rated firms in the sector. The Role We are looking to appoint a Project Manager to join our expanding Personal Injury law firm. The Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of both system and operational projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery with minimal disruption to business as usual. Working primarily with the Development Manager and Business Analyst along with the wider Development, Operations and Training teams, the Project Manager will be involved in the full project lifecycle. This is a new role and therefore the right candidate will have the opportunity to bring their own ideas and methodologies for the efficient management of projects, resources and budgets. Responsibilities Scoping of projects from a resource focus following initial scope by the Business Analyst and relevant stakeholder. Management of project roadmaps and resource allocation. Co-ordination of meetings with relevant parties throughout the project lifecycle. Development and maintenance of project RAID logs. Budget tracking. Communication and reporting to project stakeholders and senior management. Change Management. Selection and maintenance of suitable project tracking software. Person Specification A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Project Manager within the legal sector or professional services. Project management qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or an MBA are highly desirable. Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) required. A general understanding of workflow/software development and roll out processes is desired. An understanding of legal processes and terminology would be advantageous. Excellent communication and influencing skills, strong organisational ability, and the capacity to work under pressure. Strong commercial understanding. Experience of helping manage change in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to implement practical, effective solutions. Salary & Hours Salary of £50,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Project Manager, Legal Project Manager, Professional Services PM, Business Change Project Manager, Operations Project Manager, Systems Project Manager, Business Change Manager, Legal Operations Manager, IT Project Manager, Workflow Implementation Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Implementation Project Manager may also be considered for this role.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Manager Location: Sharston, Manchester, M22 4SN Salary : £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers' liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers' and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year on year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest rated firms in the sector. The Role We are looking to appoint a Project Manager to join our expanding Personal Injury law firm. The Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of both system and operational projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery with minimal disruption to business as usual. Working primarily with the Development Manager and Business Analyst along with the wider Development, Operations and Training teams, the Project Manager will be involved in the full project lifecycle. This is a new role and therefore the right candidate will have the opportunity to bring their own ideas and methodologies for the efficient management of projects, resources and budgets. Responsibilities Scoping of projects from a resource focus following initial scope by the Business Analyst and relevant stakeholder. Management of project roadmaps and resource allocation. Co-ordination of meetings with relevant parties throughout the project lifecycle. Development and maintenance of project RAID logs. Budget tracking. Communication and reporting to project stakeholders and senior management. Change Management. Selection and maintenance of suitable project tracking software. Person Specification A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Project Manager within the legal sector or professional services. Project management qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or an MBA are highly desirable. Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) required. A general understanding of workflow/software development and roll out processes is desired. An understanding of legal processes and terminology would be advantageous. Excellent communication and influencing skills, strong organisational ability, and the capacity to work under pressure. Strong commercial understanding. Experience of helping manage change in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to implement practical, effective solutions. Salary & Hours Salary of £50,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Project Manager, Legal Project Manager, Professional Services PM, Business Change Project Manager, Operations Project Manager, Systems Project Manager, Business Change Manager, Legal Operations Manager, IT Project Manager, Workflow Implementation Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Implementation Project Manager may also be considered for this role.
Senior Private Client Solicitor / Team Leader - 8+ PQE Location: Newbury (with flexibility across Thames Valley offices) Salary & Benefits: Highly competitive package + bonus + hybrid working + excellent support About the Firm This firm is a highly regarded, full-service law firm with offices in Newbury and across the Thames Valley. Our Private Client department is known for its expertise in high-value and complex matters. The firm provides a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where experienced lawyers can take the lead in shaping the service we offer. Senior Private Client Solicitor The firm is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor (8+ PQE) to join us in a senior capacity. This is a key supervisory and client-facing role involving leadership of a busy private client team and management of high-value matters. Key Responsibilities: Acting as lead adviser on complex and high-value wills, probate, trusts, tax planning and estate administration matters Supervising, mentoring and developing junior solicitors and support staff Managing your own caseload efficiently while overseeing the team's workflow and quality standards Advising on sophisticated wealth protection, inheritance tax mitigation and succession planning for high-net-worth individuals and business owners Drafting and advising on lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection matters and issues of mental capacity Building and maintaining strong client relationships; engaging in business development and networking to grow the practice Working collaboratively with financial advisers, tax specialists and other professionals to deliver a holistic service What The Firm is Looking For UK-qualified solicitor with at least 8 years' PQE in private client law Demonstrable experience of supervising/leading a team within a law firm Proven track record of handling complex estates, trusts, tax planning and high-net-worth clients STEP qualification (or working towards) highly desirable Strong leadership, communication and client care skills Commercial acumen and a proactive approach to developing the department What The Firm Offers Senior position with real influence on the direction of the private client department Competitive salary and benefits package with discretionary bonus Hybrid working and excellent work-life balance Supportive, collegiate culture with full administrative and paralegal support Clear progression pathway, with partnership potential for the right candidate Apply Now If you're an experienced Senior Private Client Solicitor / Team Leader seeking a fresh challenge in a respected Thames Valley law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your private client experience and leadership achievements to Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Senior Private Client Solicitor / Team Leader - 8+ PQE Location: Newbury (with flexibility across Thames Valley offices) Salary & Benefits: Highly competitive package + bonus + hybrid working + excellent support About the Firm This firm is a highly regarded, full-service law firm with offices in Newbury and across the Thames Valley. Our Private Client department is known for its expertise in high-value and complex matters. The firm provides a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where experienced lawyers can take the lead in shaping the service we offer. Senior Private Client Solicitor The firm is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor (8+ PQE) to join us in a senior capacity. This is a key supervisory and client-facing role involving leadership of a busy private client team and management of high-value matters. Key Responsibilities: Acting as lead adviser on complex and high-value wills, probate, trusts, tax planning and estate administration matters Supervising, mentoring and developing junior solicitors and support staff Managing your own caseload efficiently while overseeing the team's workflow and quality standards Advising on sophisticated wealth protection, inheritance tax mitigation and succession planning for high-net-worth individuals and business owners Drafting and advising on lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection matters and issues of mental capacity Building and maintaining strong client relationships; engaging in business development and networking to grow the practice Working collaboratively with financial advisers, tax specialists and other professionals to deliver a holistic service What The Firm is Looking For UK-qualified solicitor with at least 8 years' PQE in private client law Demonstrable experience of supervising/leading a team within a law firm Proven track record of handling complex estates, trusts, tax planning and high-net-worth clients STEP qualification (or working towards) highly desirable Strong leadership, communication and client care skills Commercial acumen and a proactive approach to developing the department What The Firm Offers Senior position with real influence on the direction of the private client department Competitive salary and benefits package with discretionary bonus Hybrid working and excellent work-life balance Supportive, collegiate culture with full administrative and paralegal support Clear progression pathway, with partnership potential for the right candidate Apply Now If you're an experienced Senior Private Client Solicitor / Team Leader seeking a fresh challenge in a respected Thames Valley law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your private client experience and leadership achievements to Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal.
Location: Southampton Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) Keoghs is looking to appoint an Assistant Lawyer to join our Complex Injury Claims Team in Southampton. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your technical and strategic legal skills while working on high-value, multi-track and catastrophic injury claims alongside an experienced Lead Lawyer. If you're passionate about complex litigation, thrive on detailed analysis and want exposure to market-leading work with major insurer clients, this role will give you the challenge, support and progression you're looking for. Key Responsibilities As an Assistant Lawyer, you'll play a key role in progressing complex and high-value injury claims from instruction through to resolution. Working closely with a Lead Lawyer, you'll gain hands-on experience with cases involving brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations and fatal claims , across EL, PL and RTA matters. Your work will be supervised, with clear feedback and coaching, giving you real scope to develop your expertise in indemnity, liability, quantum and causation within a collaborative and high-performing team. You'll also work directly with sophisticated insurer clients and senior claims handlers, building trusted relationships and contributing to Keoghs' wider profile in the market. What you'll be doing Supporting the Lead Lawyer on a caseload of complex, high-value and catastrophic injury claims Managing claims from receipt of instruction to settlement or trial Analysing complex liability and quantum evidence, including large volumes of medical records Preparing chronologies, identifying anomalies and highlighting key issues Assisting with valuation of claims, including use of the Ogden Tables Drafting high-quality technical advice on indemnity, liability, quantum, causation and strategy Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements Drafting pleadings and applications Instructing counsel and attending conferences, JSMs, mediations and trials Liaising confidently with insurer clients, insured parties, experts and other stakeholders Delegating tasks to and supporting the development of Legal Assistants and Paralegals Maintaining accurate case management and MI in line with client requirements What we're looking for Overall, you'll be positive, confident and enthusiastic, with the judgement to know when to take initiative and when to seek guidance. Just as importantly, you'll be a strong team player with excellent client-care skills and a calm, professional approach.In addition you'll: Be a qualified solicitor with a genuine interest in complex injury and litigation Have experience assisting on claims involving indemnity, liability and quantum Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills, particularly around quantum Have excellent attention to detail and ability to handle complex evidence Be confident in written and verbal communication skills, including telephone advocacy Have a sound understanding of litigation process, case law and court rules Be able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure Desirable: Experience with complex medical issues or catastrophic injury claims Experience using the Ogden Tables Exposure to high-value multi-track claims Why join Us? At Keoghs, our people are at the heart of our success. We're proud of our collaborative culture and commitment to developing talent at every level. Our values define how we work: We are connected We are dynamic We are innovative We succeed together You'll be joining a supportive, high-performing team where quality, learning and innovation are genuinely valued. Interested? If you're looking to build a long-term career in complex injury claims with a firm that will invest in your development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step with Keoghs. Job Benefits Hybrid working (minimum 1 day per week in office) Private medical insurance Permanent health insurance Critical illness cover Health Care Cash Plan 25 days annual leave + bank holidays rising to 26 days after 5 years rising to 27 days after 10 years option to buy/sell up to 3 days Employer pension contribution Death in service cover Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Season Ticket Loan GymFlex membership
May 02, 2026
Full time
Location: Southampton Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) Keoghs is looking to appoint an Assistant Lawyer to join our Complex Injury Claims Team in Southampton. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your technical and strategic legal skills while working on high-value, multi-track and catastrophic injury claims alongside an experienced Lead Lawyer. If you're passionate about complex litigation, thrive on detailed analysis and want exposure to market-leading work with major insurer clients, this role will give you the challenge, support and progression you're looking for. Key Responsibilities As an Assistant Lawyer, you'll play a key role in progressing complex and high-value injury claims from instruction through to resolution. Working closely with a Lead Lawyer, you'll gain hands-on experience with cases involving brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations and fatal claims , across EL, PL and RTA matters. Your work will be supervised, with clear feedback and coaching, giving you real scope to develop your expertise in indemnity, liability, quantum and causation within a collaborative and high-performing team. You'll also work directly with sophisticated insurer clients and senior claims handlers, building trusted relationships and contributing to Keoghs' wider profile in the market. What you'll be doing Supporting the Lead Lawyer on a caseload of complex, high-value and catastrophic injury claims Managing claims from receipt of instruction to settlement or trial Analysing complex liability and quantum evidence, including large volumes of medical records Preparing chronologies, identifying anomalies and highlighting key issues Assisting with valuation of claims, including use of the Ogden Tables Drafting high-quality technical advice on indemnity, liability, quantum, causation and strategy Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements Drafting pleadings and applications Instructing counsel and attending conferences, JSMs, mediations and trials Liaising confidently with insurer clients, insured parties, experts and other stakeholders Delegating tasks to and supporting the development of Legal Assistants and Paralegals Maintaining accurate case management and MI in line with client requirements What we're looking for Overall, you'll be positive, confident and enthusiastic, with the judgement to know when to take initiative and when to seek guidance. Just as importantly, you'll be a strong team player with excellent client-care skills and a calm, professional approach.In addition you'll: Be a qualified solicitor with a genuine interest in complex injury and litigation Have experience assisting on claims involving indemnity, liability and quantum Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills, particularly around quantum Have excellent attention to detail and ability to handle complex evidence Be confident in written and verbal communication skills, including telephone advocacy Have a sound understanding of litigation process, case law and court rules Be able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure Desirable: Experience with complex medical issues or catastrophic injury claims Experience using the Ogden Tables Exposure to high-value multi-track claims Why join Us? At Keoghs, our people are at the heart of our success. We're proud of our collaborative culture and commitment to developing talent at every level. Our values define how we work: We are connected We are dynamic We are innovative We succeed together You'll be joining a supportive, high-performing team where quality, learning and innovation are genuinely valued. Interested? If you're looking to build a long-term career in complex injury claims with a firm that will invest in your development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step with Keoghs. Job Benefits Hybrid working (minimum 1 day per week in office) Private medical insurance Permanent health insurance Critical illness cover Health Care Cash Plan 25 days annual leave + bank holidays rising to 26 days after 5 years rising to 27 days after 10 years option to buy/sell up to 3 days Employer pension contribution Death in service cover Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Season Ticket Loan GymFlex membership
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The title might look familiar but life at Hedges is anything but. We know the challenges that come with risk and compliance roles in legal practice firefighting, box-ticking, outdated systems, and being brought in after decisions are made. That s not how we do things. At Hedges Law , we ve reimagined the traditional model by putting ownership in the hands of the people who actually drive the business forward including those who protect it. Here, risk and compliance isn t a back-office function it s a strategic voice at the table, shaping decisions, policies and safeguards alongside people who are genuinely invested in the firm s long-term success. And as one of the UK s first employee-owned law firms, you won t just advise the business, you ll own part of it no waiting around for a Financial Freedom Day that may never come. We also understand what drives experienced Solicitor / Lawyers and how frustrating it can be to feel undervalued, brought in too late to influence decisions, stuck enforcing outdated processes, or held back by slow-moving leadership and limited commercial input. If that sounds familiar, it s worth reading on. At Hedges, our people are: • Empowered (your voice genuinely shapes the business) • Valued as strategic contributors, not gatekeepers • Trusted to balance compliance with commerciality • Challenged in a progressive, forward-thinking firm • Supported with modern systems and processes • Accelerated in their development • Rewarded properly including profit share And this is because we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED one of a very small number of firms in the UK with this structure. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtual or otherwise)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice , but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we ve evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? The Role at a Glance Solicitor / Risk & Compliance Lead Hybrid Working 3 Days Per Week Competitive Salary Plus: Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Reporting to: Managing Director Why this role matters As Head of Risk & Compliance , you ll play a key role in shaping how the firm operates, grows, and protects its reputation. This isn t about maintaining the status quo. It s about building robust, intelligent, commercially aware frameworks that enable the firm to thrive. About the role Your role will centre on identifying and mitigating risk across the business, ensuring that robust, effective policies and procedures are not only in place but consistently followed. You ll act as a key compliance advisor to the firm, providing guidance that balances regulatory requirements with commercial awareness. You will oversee AML and KYC processes, take on COLP responsibilities, and manage all aspects of data protection and GDPR compliance. Regular file reviews and regulatory audits will form part of your remit, alongside handling complaints and claims with professionalism and care. In addition, you ll manage CQS and panel memberships, deliver training to staff on risk and compliance matters, and play a key role in supporting the firm s Professional Indemnity renewal process. About you You re not just technically strong you re someone who can engage, influence and lead. • Qualified Solicitor - likely 5+ years PQE • Strong experience in Risk & Compliance within a legal environment • Deep understanding of legal and regulatory obligations • Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Confident advising at all levels of the business • Strong IT skills and openness to innovation • Engaging, approachable and a natural people person • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills • Positive, proactive and solutions-focused • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines • A true team player who supports colleagues • Always looking to improve systems and ways of working Benefits • 25/28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays • Life Insurance • Company pension • Profit sharing through Employee Ownership • Salary sacrifice options • Paperless technology to make your life easier • Coaching & personal development • A genuinely people-first culture • High calibre, supportive team The Bigger Picture We have ambitious plans, exciting growth ahead, and a clear vision for the future. And we re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you re ready to move from being a compliance function to being a strategic leader and business owner Let s start with a confidential coffee and an honest conversation. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
Role: Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Group Litigation) Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid A leading national law firm with a strong claimant focus is continuing to grow its specialist Clinical Negligence Group Litigation team in Nottingham. This is a standout opportunity for a junior solicitor to step into complex, high-value multi-claimant work at an early stage in their career. The team is known for handling some of the most complex group action and large-scale clinical negligence claims in the market, combining strong technical expertise with a supportive and structured environment. You'll be joining a team where junior lawyers are genuinely exposed to meaningful casework early on, with clear supervision and progression routes. What you'll be doing Rather than a standard single-case caseload, your work will focus on supporting and progressing linked and group litigation claims , often involving significant volumes of evidence and expert input. Day to day, you can expect to be involved in: Working on multi-claimant clinical negligence and group action cases Reviewing medical records and assisting with evidential analysis Drafting legal documents including correspondence, witness statements, and court materials Supporting the instruction of medical experts and counsel Helping coordinate evidence across multiple claims within the same litigation group Liaising with clients, ensuring clear and sensitive communication throughout Assisting senior lawyers with case strategy and settlement preparation You'll be part of a close-knit team where you'll learn quickly and gradually take on more responsibility as your experience grows. What they're looking for This role would suit a solicitor who is: Recently qualified up to around 2 years PQE Experienced in clinical negligence or personal injury work (claimant or defendant background considered) Comfortable working with detailed, document-heavy casework Highly organised with strong analytical skills Confident communicating with clients and external parties Interested in developing a long-term career in claimant clinical negligence and group litigation Package & working arrangement The firm offers a strong mix of flexibility, reward, and long-term development: Annual bonus scheme (individual and firm-wide) Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the Nottingham office (Wednesdays required in-office) 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Enhanced pension Private healthcare Additional wellbeing and volunteering days Retail and leisure discounts Why this role stands out This role offers early exposure to highly complex group litigation work within clinical negligence , rather than a traditional single-file caseload. You'll be working on matters that involve multiple claimants, significant volumes of medical evidence, and coordinated litigation strategy from the outset. It's an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor who wants to move beyond general personal injury or clinical negligence work and start building specialist expertise in large-scale claimant litigation , with strong supervision and a clear development pathway. Additional Information: CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. This vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Role: Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Group Litigation) Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid A leading national law firm with a strong claimant focus is continuing to grow its specialist Clinical Negligence Group Litigation team in Nottingham. This is a standout opportunity for a junior solicitor to step into complex, high-value multi-claimant work at an early stage in their career. The team is known for handling some of the most complex group action and large-scale clinical negligence claims in the market, combining strong technical expertise with a supportive and structured environment. You'll be joining a team where junior lawyers are genuinely exposed to meaningful casework early on, with clear supervision and progression routes. What you'll be doing Rather than a standard single-case caseload, your work will focus on supporting and progressing linked and group litigation claims , often involving significant volumes of evidence and expert input. Day to day, you can expect to be involved in: Working on multi-claimant clinical negligence and group action cases Reviewing medical records and assisting with evidential analysis Drafting legal documents including correspondence, witness statements, and court materials Supporting the instruction of medical experts and counsel Helping coordinate evidence across multiple claims within the same litigation group Liaising with clients, ensuring clear and sensitive communication throughout Assisting senior lawyers with case strategy and settlement preparation You'll be part of a close-knit team where you'll learn quickly and gradually take on more responsibility as your experience grows. What they're looking for This role would suit a solicitor who is: Recently qualified up to around 2 years PQE Experienced in clinical negligence or personal injury work (claimant or defendant background considered) Comfortable working with detailed, document-heavy casework Highly organised with strong analytical skills Confident communicating with clients and external parties Interested in developing a long-term career in claimant clinical negligence and group litigation Package & working arrangement The firm offers a strong mix of flexibility, reward, and long-term development: Annual bonus scheme (individual and firm-wide) Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the Nottingham office (Wednesdays required in-office) 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Enhanced pension Private healthcare Additional wellbeing and volunteering days Retail and leisure discounts Why this role stands out This role offers early exposure to highly complex group litigation work within clinical negligence , rather than a traditional single-file caseload. You'll be working on matters that involve multiple claimants, significant volumes of medical evidence, and coordinated litigation strategy from the outset. It's an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor who wants to move beyond general personal injury or clinical negligence work and start building specialist expertise in large-scale claimant litigation , with strong supervision and a clear development pathway. Additional Information: CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. This vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.
Solicitor/Head of Private Client (Part-Time) Location: Yate, South Gloucestershire (outside Bristol) Hours: 2-3 days per week initially, with potential to progress to full-time Salary: Very competitive and open, dependent on experience An established and growing law firm in Yate is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join the firm as Head of Private Client on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior practitioner looking to build and shape a department, with genuine scope to increase hours as the caseload develops. The Role You will take responsibility for the firm's private client offering, managing a varied caseload and playing a key role in developing the department. Work will include: Wills Probate and estate administration Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) The successful candidate will be supported by an experienced private client assistant already in post , as well as a locum currently covering the role until this position is filled , ensuring continuity and support from day one. There is real autonomy in the role, with backing from the firm to grow the department and the opportunity for the position to become full-time once work levels allow. The Ideal Candidate Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with strong private client experience Able to handle Wills, Probate and LPAs independently Ideally operating at senior level or ready to step into a Head of Department role Commercially minded, with an interest in developing client relationships and growing work What's on Offer Part-time flexibility (2-3 days per week initially) Open and competitive salary , aligned with the expectations of experienced candidates Support from an established assistant and interim locum Opportunity to build and lead the private client department Long-term potential to move to full-time hours Friendly, supportive working environment Contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this opportunity on / .
May 01, 2026
Full time
Solicitor/Head of Private Client (Part-Time) Location: Yate, South Gloucestershire (outside Bristol) Hours: 2-3 days per week initially, with potential to progress to full-time Salary: Very competitive and open, dependent on experience An established and growing law firm in Yate is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join the firm as Head of Private Client on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior practitioner looking to build and shape a department, with genuine scope to increase hours as the caseload develops. The Role You will take responsibility for the firm's private client offering, managing a varied caseload and playing a key role in developing the department. Work will include: Wills Probate and estate administration Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) The successful candidate will be supported by an experienced private client assistant already in post , as well as a locum currently covering the role until this position is filled , ensuring continuity and support from day one. There is real autonomy in the role, with backing from the firm to grow the department and the opportunity for the position to become full-time once work levels allow. The Ideal Candidate Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with strong private client experience Able to handle Wills, Probate and LPAs independently Ideally operating at senior level or ready to step into a Head of Department role Commercially minded, with an interest in developing client relationships and growing work What's on Offer Part-time flexibility (2-3 days per week initially) Open and competitive salary , aligned with the expectations of experienced candidates Support from an established assistant and interim locum Opportunity to build and lead the private client department Long-term potential to move to full-time hours Friendly, supportive working environment Contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this opportunity on / .
Synergy Plus Recruitment Ltd
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Criminal Defence Solicitor Location: Nottingham (Hybrid - 2 days in office, non-negotiable) Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (flexibility for exceptional candidates) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Synergy Plus Recruitment is supporting a nationally recognised law firm in their search for an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their Specialist Criminal Law Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a respected firm handling complex and high-profile criminal matters, with a strong focus on serious crime and white-collar crime. You will act as a Criminal Defence Solicitor managing a varied caseload of private criminal defence matters, providing strategic advice and representation from investigation through to conclusion. The role offers exposure to high-quality work, strong partner access, and a supportive team environment with genuine career progression. Key Responsibilities: Work as a Criminal Defence Solicitor within a specialist criminal law team Manage a varied caseload including serious and complex criminal matters Handle cases involving: Fraud (SFO / HMRC / FCA) Sexual offences POCA and confiscation proceedings Regulatory prosecutions (HSE, Trading Standards, etc.) Provide clear legal advice and strong client representation throughout proceedings Attend police stations, courts, and client meetings as required Work collaboratively with solicitors and consultant lawyers within the team For senior candidates, manage and develop a client following where applicable Requirements: 7+ PQE preferred (5-10 PQE considered depending on experience) Strong background in criminal defence (private or mixed practice) Experience handling serious and complex criminal cases Confident in client-facing and court environments Strong case management and independent working ability Advocacy experience desirable Benefits: Private healthcare Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 28 days holiday + birthday + Bank Holidays Certified Great Place to Work employer Strong career development opportunities Legal 500 & Chambers ranked firm Additional Information: Hybrid working (2 days per week in Nottingham office - non-negotiable) Strong pipeline of high-quality private criminal defence work Supportive and established specialist team Apply: If you are a Criminal Defence Solicitor looking to join a highly regarded firm with excellent quality work and long-term progression, apply today.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Criminal Defence Solicitor Location: Nottingham (Hybrid - 2 days in office, non-negotiable) Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (flexibility for exceptional candidates) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Synergy Plus Recruitment is supporting a nationally recognised law firm in their search for an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their Specialist Criminal Law Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a respected firm handling complex and high-profile criminal matters, with a strong focus on serious crime and white-collar crime. You will act as a Criminal Defence Solicitor managing a varied caseload of private criminal defence matters, providing strategic advice and representation from investigation through to conclusion. The role offers exposure to high-quality work, strong partner access, and a supportive team environment with genuine career progression. Key Responsibilities: Work as a Criminal Defence Solicitor within a specialist criminal law team Manage a varied caseload including serious and complex criminal matters Handle cases involving: Fraud (SFO / HMRC / FCA) Sexual offences POCA and confiscation proceedings Regulatory prosecutions (HSE, Trading Standards, etc.) Provide clear legal advice and strong client representation throughout proceedings Attend police stations, courts, and client meetings as required Work collaboratively with solicitors and consultant lawyers within the team For senior candidates, manage and develop a client following where applicable Requirements: 7+ PQE preferred (5-10 PQE considered depending on experience) Strong background in criminal defence (private or mixed practice) Experience handling serious and complex criminal cases Confident in client-facing and court environments Strong case management and independent working ability Advocacy experience desirable Benefits: Private healthcare Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 28 days holiday + birthday + Bank Holidays Certified Great Place to Work employer Strong career development opportunities Legal 500 & Chambers ranked firm Additional Information: Hybrid working (2 days per week in Nottingham office - non-negotiable) Strong pipeline of high-quality private criminal defence work Supportive and established specialist team Apply: If you are a Criminal Defence Solicitor looking to join a highly regarded firm with excellent quality work and long-term progression, apply today.
Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Bedford. A well-established national law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its thriving Bedford office. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and client-focused lawyer to take ownership of a varied caseload while contributing to the continued growth of a highly regarded team. THE ROLE: You'll provide strategic, tailored advice to clients, building strong relationships and delivering an excellent client experience. Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll also play an active role in business development and networking to help grow the private client offering both locally and across the wider firm. You will manage your own busy and diverse caseload, advising clients across a broad range of private client matters, including:• Wills • Probate and estate administration • Tax and trusts • Powers of Attorney / Lasting Powers of Attorney • Advising and safeguarding the interests of elderly clients • Court of Protection matters SKILLS REQUIRED: • Minimum of 3 years' PQE in private client work• Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of private client matters • A compassionate, empathetic approach combined with practical advice delivery • Confidence in managing your own caseload independently • Strong communication and relationship-building skills ON OFFER: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package • Hybrid working arrangements • A supportive, team-oriented culture • High-quality, varied work with genuine career progression opportunities If you're looking to join a forward-thinking firm where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Steph at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Bedford. A well-established national law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its thriving Bedford office. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and client-focused lawyer to take ownership of a varied caseload while contributing to the continued growth of a highly regarded team. THE ROLE: You'll provide strategic, tailored advice to clients, building strong relationships and delivering an excellent client experience. Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll also play an active role in business development and networking to help grow the private client offering both locally and across the wider firm. You will manage your own busy and diverse caseload, advising clients across a broad range of private client matters, including:• Wills • Probate and estate administration • Tax and trusts • Powers of Attorney / Lasting Powers of Attorney • Advising and safeguarding the interests of elderly clients • Court of Protection matters SKILLS REQUIRED: • Minimum of 3 years' PQE in private client work• Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of private client matters • A compassionate, empathetic approach combined with practical advice delivery • Confidence in managing your own caseload independently • Strong communication and relationship-building skills ON OFFER: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package • Hybrid working arrangements • A supportive, team-oriented culture • High-quality, varied work with genuine career progression opportunities If you're looking to join a forward-thinking firm where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Steph at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive (NQ-3 years' PQE) Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 Ref: 58081/j Location: All North West, Greater Manchester, Lancashire Areas of Law: Private Client/Wills and Probate Job Type: Permanent Level: 0-2 years qualified, 2-4 years qualified, Legal Executive, Newly Qualified Sector: Private practice Well established Private Client Team, which enjoys an excellent reputation, is looking to recruit at various levels. Instructed by a diverse range of clients including wealthy clients, entrepreneurs and business owners, the quality of work is excellent. The role will be attractive to those looking to achieve STEP status as there are many accredited lawyers who will be happy to mentor. You will be engaged in the full spectrum of private client services including: Assessing estates on potential tax liabilities Advising on and preparing wills Estate & wealth protection measures Obtaining Grants and administering Estates Lasting Powers of Attorney Living Wills and Letters of Wishes Lifetime gifts and tax issues Elderly Client Advice Trusts administration and advising trustees Court of Protection advice and applications Applications welcome at all levels including newly qualified and recently qualified solicitors. The quality of work is excellent in a firm that nurtures a sensible approach to work/life balance and provides flexibility. Actis Legal specialises in the North West legal market and with such a detailed knowledge of the region, we are able to provide tailored and bespoke advice to individuals we act for and identify suitable career moves. All enquiries treated in the strictest of confidence. Please note that references to post qualification experience (PQE) are given as a guideline to the competences required for technical, client and case management skills, as well as budgeted salary for the role. We encourage you to apply for any job for which you feel you are a suitable candidate.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive (NQ-3 years' PQE) Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 Ref: 58081/j Location: All North West, Greater Manchester, Lancashire Areas of Law: Private Client/Wills and Probate Job Type: Permanent Level: 0-2 years qualified, 2-4 years qualified, Legal Executive, Newly Qualified Sector: Private practice Well established Private Client Team, which enjoys an excellent reputation, is looking to recruit at various levels. Instructed by a diverse range of clients including wealthy clients, entrepreneurs and business owners, the quality of work is excellent. The role will be attractive to those looking to achieve STEP status as there are many accredited lawyers who will be happy to mentor. You will be engaged in the full spectrum of private client services including: Assessing estates on potential tax liabilities Advising on and preparing wills Estate & wealth protection measures Obtaining Grants and administering Estates Lasting Powers of Attorney Living Wills and Letters of Wishes Lifetime gifts and tax issues Elderly Client Advice Trusts administration and advising trustees Court of Protection advice and applications Applications welcome at all levels including newly qualified and recently qualified solicitors. The quality of work is excellent in a firm that nurtures a sensible approach to work/life balance and provides flexibility. Actis Legal specialises in the North West legal market and with such a detailed knowledge of the region, we are able to provide tailored and bespoke advice to individuals we act for and identify suitable career moves. All enquiries treated in the strictest of confidence. Please note that references to post qualification experience (PQE) are given as a guideline to the competences required for technical, client and case management skills, as well as budgeted salary for the role. We encourage you to apply for any job for which you feel you are a suitable candidate.
Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a Housing Litigation Lawyer, Solicitor, or Barrister, to join a well-regarded legal services team in a South London Council. This is an excellent post for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister who is wanting to extend their experience in public sector housing litigation work. We are looking for a Housing Litigation Lawyer to advise client officers, and have conduct of litigation on behalf of the council. Local Authority experience is highly desirable. The successful Housing Litigation Lawyer will work on a wide range of housing and litigation matters, at all levels of court and tribunals. The role will involve covering a wide range of housing management issues including housing possessions, anti-social behaviour injunctions, housing disrepair and homelessness. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex caseload of this nature including drafting and advocacy and preferably have experience of working for a local authority or social landlord in this context. The Housing and Litigation Team is very friendly and supportive, and can offer some training where appropriate. This position will suit an ambitious team player who will be able to adapt well within the local authority. Our client is happy to consider candidates from either a public sector or private practice background. The role will involve office presence once a week at the offices in South London and there may be the requirement to attend Court hearings in person. The Council offices are easily accessible via public transport. The role is locum initially for 3 months and is likely to be extended for 6-9 months + rolling contract. We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
May 01, 2026
Contractor
Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a Housing Litigation Lawyer, Solicitor, or Barrister, to join a well-regarded legal services team in a South London Council. This is an excellent post for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister who is wanting to extend their experience in public sector housing litigation work. We are looking for a Housing Litigation Lawyer to advise client officers, and have conduct of litigation on behalf of the council. Local Authority experience is highly desirable. The successful Housing Litigation Lawyer will work on a wide range of housing and litigation matters, at all levels of court and tribunals. The role will involve covering a wide range of housing management issues including housing possessions, anti-social behaviour injunctions, housing disrepair and homelessness. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex caseload of this nature including drafting and advocacy and preferably have experience of working for a local authority or social landlord in this context. The Housing and Litigation Team is very friendly and supportive, and can offer some training where appropriate. This position will suit an ambitious team player who will be able to adapt well within the local authority. Our client is happy to consider candidates from either a public sector or private practice background. The role will involve office presence once a week at the offices in South London and there may be the requirement to attend Court hearings in person. The Council offices are easily accessible via public transport. The role is locum initially for 3 months and is likely to be extended for 6-9 months + rolling contract. We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
