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Private Client Solicitor - Sheffield A well-established Yorkshire law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its highly regarded team in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a varied and high-quality caseload, including: Drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney Advising on mental capacity and Court of Protection matters Probate and estate administration Trusts and tax planning The Ideal Candidate A qualified solicitor with at least 1 year PQE in private client law Excellent client care and communication skills A proactive and detail-oriented approach What's on Offer? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Clear career progression within a respected firm The chance to work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment Applications are welcome from solicitors of all experience levels beyond 1 year PQE. To apply, follow the link provided or contact Dan Craddock for more details.

Are you a Private Client Solicitor seeking a hybrid role alongside a range of additional incentives and rewards? The Firm is looking for a skilled 2-year PQE+ Private Client Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a thriving, well-established caseload while benefiting from the flexibility of hybrid working. About the Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service, nationwide practice with 20+ offices, known for delivering high-quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. Highly rated on Review Solicitors, Glassdoor, and Trustpilot, the firm is committed to diversity and is Lexcel accredited. Combining specialist expertise from top-tier UK firms with hands-on experience in multi-million-pound businesses, the team provides clients with strategic guidance, exceptional service, and expert advice. Private Client Solicitor responsibilities: Probate and estate administration Will drafting and advice Trust and tax matters Preparation and registration of Powers of Attorney Elderly client advice and estate management Court of Protection applications and administration Benefits for the Private Client Solicitor role: Hybrid working Target-related bonuses Additional annual leave awarded for achieving monthly income targets Training and development opportunities A range of additional incentives and rewards If you're a Private Client Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37509. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Exeter Salary: Competitive / Negotiable Hours: 36.25 per week - Our client are seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our busy and experienced Court of Protection team at our office in Exeter. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career development and involvement in all aspects of Court of Protection work, supported by a progressive case management system. Day-to-day of the role: Manage files and collaborate with the Deputy in handling matters related to the Court of Protection and the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). Communicate effectively with individuals and their families to establish long-term relationships and gather insights to assist with "best interest" decisions. Provide advice on the Mental Capacity Act and guide clients through family disputes. Prepare general Court applications and Statutory Will applications. Represent the Deputy at Court of Protection hearings and instruct Counsel as appropriate. Investigate suspicions of financial abuse. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in Court of Protection work. Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear and understandable manner. Attention to detail. A STEP qualification is advantageous, though support is available for the successful candidate to achieve this standard if not already held. Benefits: Competitive salary with excellent prospects for career development. Support in professional development and qualifications. Active participation in the department's business development. How to apply: To apply for this Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Please note: A DBS check is required for this post. Before applying, please familiarise yourself with our recruitment privacy policy available on our website under the information section.

A Private Client, Wills & Probate Solicitor from 5 years + PQE, is required for a top, full service law firm close to Bromley Experience required for this Private Client Solicitor vacancy: Handling a wide caseload of private client matters Drafting wills including drafting life interest trusts and vulnerable person trusts, and understand inheritance tax planning that could be applied when the wills are being drafted. Experience in administering estates, which would include estates that are liable to inheritance tax and dealing with the submission of an IHT400 to HM Revenue & Customs Experience in preparing and registering lasting powers of attorney Additional experience in trust management and Court of Protection applications and general management of a person's financial affairs would be useful, but not essential Person specification for this Private Client Solicitor vacancy: Have great attention to detail Works well under pressure Excellent client care skills Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach Able to explain matters in clear, accessible language Ability to manage a busy, varied caseload (ideally including high net worth clients), with efficiency and care. IT literate Qualifications for this Private Client Solicitor vacancy: 5 years + PQE within the area of Private Client, Wills and Probate STEP Membership preferred If you're a Private Client Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Victoria at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37662 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

A Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor of 8 - 10 years PQE is required for this Mayfair located law firm. Our client provides a high level of service throughout their practice, which is consistently reflected in their Google reviews. Position overview for this Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor role: Our client has a proven track record in providing expert advice in all aspects of private client law and they are now seeking an addition with between 8-10 years PQE specialising in Private Client, Wills, Trusts, Tax planning and administration of estates. Any court of protection experience would be a benefit. The department is led by a renowned expert in this field and due to expansion, they are seeking to expand their team who has well-rounded knowledge in this field. Experience for this Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor role: Lasting Powers of Attorney Wills Probate Trusts Tax planning Administration of estates Any experience of COP would be an advantage This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm and play a pivotal role in shaping the Private Client part of the practice. Candidate requirements for this Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor role: 8-10 Years PQE within the area of Private Client, Wills and Probate Works well under pressure Excellent client care skills Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach IT literate If you're a Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Victoria at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37724. 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

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.

The title might look the same but life at Hedges is definitely not. We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law , every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the Financial Freedom Day , that may never come. We also understand what motivates Private Client Solicitors, and we know there are so many of you out there who are Undervalued, Not Appreciated, Deflated & De-Motivated by low-value work, low fixed-fees that are imposed on you, archaic practices, out-dated management, slow IT & even slower career progression. And you re precisely who should read on now At Hedges our people are: • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what they are worth And this is because at Hedges we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED - we were only the 5th firm in the country to join this highly-exclusive club. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtually)? 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 Private Client Solicitor 3 days in one of our offices in Oxfordshire / Cotswolds Negotiable - how much do you want to earn? Plus Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Full Time - Permanent 35 hours P/W Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance & lifetime planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Estate planning and Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent & uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 25 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome colleagues! Want a change of lifestyle? Work your way. Due to exceptional demand, we're expanding our Inheritance & Lifetime Planning team with aspirations to become the firm in Oxford & the Cotswolds, and you will play a key role in that. Work from home, from the office or a mix of the two (ideally 2/3 days a week). And if you're ready to swap the gritty city routine of London for the beautiful rolling hills, stunning architecture and calm of Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Cotswolds, Hedges is the place to be. Slow the pace, switch out the dirty commute for a dog walk, bike ride or nature ramble. With plenty of green space for you (and the family), wonderful schools, a lively and vibrant scene and the likes of Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farm, Bamford, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor & Cornbury Festival and scores of the best foodie pubs in the country on your doorstep, the most amazing lifestyle awaits. We'll spare you the list of accountabilities, we'll happily chat about later. About You: • Qualified Solicitor (3-5years PQE) • Able to deliver high quality legal services with high client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm • Personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance and behaviours with high confidentiality • You will have a strong desire to embrace new technologies and a STEP qualification would be highly desirable (which we would support if required) Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Free parking at our office in Wallingford • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching & Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team If you re ready to be more than just a fee-earner - to be an owner, a leader and part of something genuinely different - then Hedges is waiting. Let s start with a confidential coffee (or tea) 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 the same but life at Hedges is definitely not. We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law , every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the Financial Freedom Day , that may never come. We also understand what motivates Private Client Solicitors, and we know there are so many of you out there who are Undervalued, Not Appreciated, Deflated & De-Motivated by low-value work, low fixed-fees that are imposed on you, archaic practices, out-dated management, slow IT & even slower career progression. And you re precisely who should read on now At Hedges our people are: • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what they are worth And this is because at Hedges we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED - we were only the 5th firm in the country to join this highly-exclusive club. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtually)? 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 Private Client Solicitor 3 days in one of our offices in Oxfordshire / Cotswolds Negotiable - how much do you want to earn? Plus Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Full Time - Permanent 35 hours P/W Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance & lifetime planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Estate planning and Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent & uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 25 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome colleagues! Want a change of lifestyle? Work your way. Due to exceptional demand, we're expanding our Inheritance & Lifetime Planning team with aspirations to become the firm in Oxford & the Cotswolds, and you will play a key role in that. Work from home, from the office or a mix of the two (ideally 2/3 days a week). And if you're ready to swap the gritty city routine of London for the beautiful rolling hills, stunning architecture and calm of Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Cotswolds, Hedges is the place to be. Slow the pace, switch out the dirty commute for a dog walk, bike ride or nature ramble. With plenty of green space for you (and the family), wonderful schools, a lively and vibrant scene and the likes of Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farm, Bamford, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor & Cornbury Festival and scores of the best foodie pubs in the country on your doorstep, the most amazing lifestyle awaits. We'll spare you the list of accountabilities, we'll happily chat about later. About You: • Qualified Solicitor (3-5years PQE) • Able to deliver high quality legal services with high client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm • Personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance and behaviours with high confidentiality • You will have a strong desire to embrace new technologies and a STEP qualification would be highly desirable (which we would support if required) Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Free parking at our office in Wallingford • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching & Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team If you re ready to be more than just a fee-earner - to be an owner, a leader and part of something genuinely different - then Hedges is waiting. Let s start with a confidential coffee (or tea) 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 the same but life at Hedges is definitely not. We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law , every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the Financial Freedom Day , that may never come. We also understand what motivates Private Client Solicitors, and we know there are so many of you out there who are Undervalued, Not Appreciated, Deflated & De-Motivated by low-value work, low fixed-fees that are imposed on you, archaic practices, out-dated management, slow IT & even slower career progression. And you re precisely who should read on now At Hedges our people are: • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what they are worth And this is because at Hedges we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED - we were only the 5th firm in the country to join this highly-exclusive club. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtually)? 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 Private Client Solicitor 3 days in one of our offices in Oxfordshire / Cotswolds Negotiable - how much do you want to earn? Plus Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Full Time - Permanent 35 hours P/W Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance & lifetime planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Estate planning and Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent & uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 25 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome colleagues! Want a change of lifestyle? Work your way. Due to exceptional demand, we're expanding our Inheritance & Lifetime Planning team with aspirations to become the firm in Oxford & the Cotswolds, and you will play a key role in that. Work from home, from the office or a mix of the two (ideally 2/3 days a week). And if you're ready to swap the gritty city routine of London for the beautiful rolling hills, stunning architecture and calm of Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Cotswolds, Hedges is the place to be. Slow the pace, switch out the dirty commute for a dog walk, bike ride or nature ramble. With plenty of green space for you (and the family), wonderful schools, a lively and vibrant scene and the likes of Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farm, Bamford, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor & Cornbury Festival and scores of the best foodie pubs in the country on your doorstep, the most amazing lifestyle awaits. We'll spare you the list of accountabilities, we'll happily chat about later. About You: • Qualified Solicitor (3-5years PQE) • Able to deliver high quality legal services with high client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm • Personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance and behaviours with high confidentiality • You will have a strong desire to embrace new technologies and a STEP qualification would be highly desirable (which we would support if required) Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Free parking at our office in Wallingford • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching & Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team If you re ready to be more than just a fee-earner - to be an owner, a leader and part of something genuinely different - then Hedges is waiting. Let s start with a confidential coffee (or tea) 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 the same but life at Hedges is definitely not. We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law , every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the Financial Freedom Day , that may never come. We also understand what motivates Private Client Solicitors, and we know there are so many of you out there who are Undervalued, Not Appreciated, Deflated & De-Motivated by low-value work, low fixed-fees that are imposed on you, archaic practices, out-dated management, slow IT & even slower career progression. And you re precisely who should read on now At Hedges our people are: • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what they are worth And this is because at Hedges we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED - we were only the 5th firm in the country to join this highly-exclusive club. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtually)? 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 Private Client Solicitor 3 days in one of our offices in Oxfordshire / Cotswolds Negotiable - how much do you want to earn? Plus Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share via Employee Ownership Full Time - Permanent 35 hours P/W Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance & lifetime planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Estate planning and Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent & uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 25 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome colleagues! Want a change of lifestyle? Work your way. Due to exceptional demand, we're expanding our Inheritance & Lifetime Planning team with aspirations to become the firm in Oxford & the Cotswolds, and you will play a key role in that. Work from home, from the office or a mix of the two (ideally 2/3 days a week). And if you're ready to swap the gritty city routine of London for the beautiful rolling hills, stunning architecture and calm of Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Cotswolds, Hedges is the place to be. Slow the pace, switch out the dirty commute for a dog walk, bike ride or nature ramble. With plenty of green space for you (and the family), wonderful schools, a lively and vibrant scene and the likes of Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farm, Bamford, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor & Cornbury Festival and scores of the best foodie pubs in the country on your doorstep, the most amazing lifestyle awaits. We'll spare you the list of accountabilities, we'll happily chat about later. About You: • Qualified Solicitor (3-5years PQE) • Able to deliver high quality legal services with high client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm • Personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance and behaviours with high confidentiality • You will have a strong desire to embrace new technologies and a STEP qualification would be highly desirable (which we would support if required) Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Free parking at our office in Wallingford • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching & Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team If you re ready to be more than just a fee-earner - to be an owner, a leader and part of something genuinely different - then Hedges is waiting. Let s start with a confidential coffee (or tea) 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.

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.

Are you a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with a passion for supporting vulnerable individuals at some of the most critical moments of their lives? Do you want to develop your career within Court of Protection - Health & Welfare, working on genuinely meaningful cases that make a real difference? Are you looking for a supportive, values-led law firm where flexibility, growth, and high-quality work go hand-in-hand? Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be working with a highly regarded, award-winning, Legal 500-recognised law firm as they look to appoint a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (up to c.3 years PQE) to join their growing Court of Protection - Health & Welfare team, based in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with experience in Court of Protection, mental health, family law, or safeguarding work to specialise further in Health & Welfare, with full support, supervision, and development offered. The Role As a Court of Protection - Health & Welfare Solicitor, you will support individuals who lack capacity to make decisions about their care, treatment, and living arrangements. You'll work on a varied and meaningful caseload, including both Legal Aid and private matters, involving complex capacity issues, best-interest decisions, and disputed applications to the Court of Protection. This is an ideal role for someone who is compassionate, organised, and confident working with vulnerable clients, families, and multidisciplinary professionals. Key Responsibilities Court of Protection & Client Work Manage your own caseload of Health & Welfare Court of Protection matters Support clients who lack capacity in relation to care, treatment, and residency decisions Act as a clear, calm, and reassuring point of contact for clients and families Attend clients in hospitals and care settings to take instructions Attend CPA meetings and liaise with health, social care, and rehabilitation professionals Prepare and manage Court of Protection applications and related documentation Legal Aid & Case Management Confidently correspond with courts, third parties, and the Legal Aid Agency Prepare Legal Aid applications and utilise the Legal Aid Agency portal Ensure matters are handled with accuracy, diligence, and empathy Record time accurately and manage files in line with internal procedures Financial & Fee-Earning Responsibility Deliver fee-earning work that contributes positively to department performance Agree fees with clients (fixed fees or hourly rates with estimates where applicable) Bill matters promptly and in line with Legal Aid rules Take responsibility for financial control, including monies on account where appropriate Business Development & Profile Building Support the growth of the Health & Welfare department Build and maintain referral sources within health, welfare, and mental health sectors Participate in marketing and business development activity, including events, networking, and content creation Develop a professional profile as a trusted specialist in this area of law About You Essential Experience & Skills Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with up to around 3 years' PQE Background in Court of Protection, mental health law, family law, safeguarding, or similar vulnerable-client work Strong communication skills with clients, colleagues, and external professionals Confident managing sensitive and emotionally complex situations Highly organised with excellent time-management skills Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team Committed to confidentiality, compliance, and client-first practice Desirable (Not Essential) Experience in Health & Welfare Court of Protection work Knowledge of Legal Aid processes Law Society Mental Health Accreditation (or willingness to work towards it) Attributes & Values This role would suit someone who is: Compassionate, professional, and people-focused Calm and confident under pressure Proactive, organised, and detail-driven Motivated by meaningful work and long-term development Aligned with strong values around integrity, excellence, collaboration, courage, and kindness What's on Offer Competitive salary with firm-wide annual bonus scheme Flexible working culture (35 hours per week - not a rigid 9-5) Hybrid working with a Manchester base and occasional travel to other offices Excellent benefits package including: Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas closure Enhanced pension contributions Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing and retail discount schemes Birthday and Christmas gifts Additional long-service leave A genuinely supportive environment with clear progression and internal development Opportunity to specialise and grow within Court of Protection - Health & Welfare Interested? If you're a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer looking to build a rewarding career in Court of Protection Health & Welfare law, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Sue Ross Legal are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected Law Firm who are seeking a Group Litigation Fee Earner. They will consider candidates at paralegal, legal executive and solicitor level on a permanent basis. As a Group Litigation Fee Earner, you ll be on the front line building strong client relationships, shaping legal claims, and making a real difference to those affected by large-scale legal breaches. In this varied and fast-paced position, you ll connect with new clients, guide them through the early stages of their legal journey, and support the progression of their claims. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of legal disciplines including data protection and privacy law, litigation funding, clinical negligence, personal injury , and consumer law . This is an ideal role for a dedicated legal professional looking to develop deep litigation experience while working on cases that have a real-world impact. Key Responsibilities for the Group Litigation Fee Earner role: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients Manage expectations and keep clients updated on claim progression Draft pre-action correspondence and prepare litigation documents Collect and assess liability and special damages evidence Instruct Counsel and attend conferences, hearings, and trials Obtain medical evidence, arrange treatment, and make settlement offers Ensure compliance with court directions and prepare claims for trial Conduct litigation, including advocacy and dispute resolution Candidate Requirements for the Group Litigation Fee Earner role: Excellent communication and client care skills Strong written ability and attention to detail Confident legal researcher with good knowledge of CPR Well-organised, proactive, and task-focused Experience handling data protection matters is advantageous Knowledge of solicitor/client retainers and litigation processes What s on Offer for the Group Litigation Fee Earner role: This role offers clear scope for progression. For those with the right drive and aptitude, there are opportunities to take on more complex caseloads, mentor junior colleagues, and step into supervisory or leadership roles. A chance to work on high-profile, impactful litigation cases Supportive team environment and continuous learning Exposure to multiple areas of legal practice Flexible working options (full-time and part-time) A defined path for long-term career development This is an outstanding organisation to work with and the successful candidate will enjoy being part of a dynamic and forward thinking team culture. Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.

A leading costs consultancy firm is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Law Costs Draftsman to join their team, specializing in Court of Protection matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who is looking to embark on a long-term career within the legal costs sector. Key Responsibilities: Assisting in the preparation of bills of costs for Court of Protection cases Drafting schedules of costs and preparing points of dispute and replies Gaining an understanding of relevant case law and statutory provisions Liaising with clients, solicitors, and other legal professionals Providing administrative support to senior costs draftsmen as needed The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A recent degree, ideally in law or a related field A strong desire to pursue a career in costs law and Court of Protection work Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills Good communication and organizational abilities A proactive approach and a willingness to learn What's on Offer: Full remote working arrangement Comprehensive training and development opportunities Support from a team of experienced costs professionals Clear progression opportunities within the firm A chance to gain expertise in a highly specialized area of law If you are a driven individual with a passion for law and looking to build a long-term career in legal costs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Senior Private Client Solicitor Location: Harrogate Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive + Benefits The Opportunity This is the role experienced Private Client solicitors wait for. If you are an accomplished Wills and Probate solicitor who enjoys sophisticated work, values meaningful client relationships, and wants to feel genuinely supported and appreciated, this opportunity offers something special. This is a rare chance to join a highly respected, long-established firm with a modern, progressive outlook. The culture is collaborative, personable, and agile, where quality of work and people truly matter. With a close-knit team across both offices, everyone is known, everyone matters, and everyone plays a part in the firm's continued success and growth. You will be joining a thriving Harrogate office, taking on a high-quality, varied caseload with real autonomy, supported by a leadership team that trusts your judgement and encourages you to do your best work. The work is intellectually stimulating, meaningful, and rewarding-far removed from high-volume "production-line" private client work. The Role You will manage your own caseload across the full spectrum of Private Client work, providing clear, compassionate and technically excellent advice. Your work will include: Wills and estate planning Probate matters from start to finish Lasting Powers of Attorney and registration Trust work, including inter vivos and Will trusts Court of Protection matters Associated property work linked to private client cases You will also have the opportunity to develop and maintain strong relationships with referrers, contribute to business development in a supported and natural way, and play a part in shaping the future direction of the department. What We're Looking For A qualified Solicitor with strong experience in Private Client work Proven ability to manage a varied Wills and Probate caseload independently Strong technical knowledge across core private client disciplines Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach Confidence in building and maintaining professional relationships A proactive, collaborative mindset What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package High-quality, varied and intellectually rewarding work Genuine autonomy alongside supportive leadership Clear opportunities for progression and development A friendly, collaborative working environment Apply Now If you are ready for a role that offers quality work, autonomy, and real career satisfaction, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.