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Job Title: Operations Manager Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : £45,000 - £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: 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. About The Role: Due to continued growth and expansion, we are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager. The Operations Manager is responsible for driving data-led decision making, systems performance, and cross-functional operational support across the firm. This role sits at the intersection of technology, data, legal operations, and business process - providing the analytical rigour and operational structure that enables both legal and non-legal functions to operate effectively. The Operations team also handles key business processes in support of other business functions and this role will involve the management of both data focussed and more traditional operations roles Responsibilities: Responsible for the firm's operational data infrastructure, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of business-critical data across systems. Lead the development and governance of management information (MI) reporting, providing actionable insight to senior management and department heads. Leadership of the data analytics team in production and maintenance of dashboards and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, SQL-based reports). Working with various stakeholders directly and in through supervision of the data team to identify improvements and additions to existing reporting suites. Liaise with compliance and risk functions to ensure operational processes reflect regulatory requirements (e.g. SRA, GDPR). Working with the Development team, Business Analyst, Project Manager as required to ensure a joined-up approach to systems and compliance. Lead or contribute to firmwide operational projects such as system migrations, reporting re-platforming, or process standardisation initiatives. Maintain operational process documentation and ensure procedures are kept current, accessible and adhered to. Monitor operational risk indicators and escalate emerging issues to senior management with appropriate remediation recommendations. Contribute to the firm's AI and data strategy, including identification of use cases, vendor assessment, and governance framework development. Work with other companies within the group to ensure effective systems and data management between companies. Person Specification: Experience in senior operations roles, ideally within a legal or other professional services firm. Demonstrable expertise in data management, MI reporting, and business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent). Strong working knowledge of relational databases and querying (SQL), with an ability to interrogate and manipulate data to derive business insight. Experience using case management systems or CRM and understanding how data flows in and out of such systems. Experience managing or influencing cross-functional operational projects in an environment with multiple stakeholder groups. Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of how operational performance connects to financial outcomes. Comfortable working with analytics, data and reporting tools to translate information into clear business insights. Familiarity with AI and machine learning tools in an operational or analytical context including, document processing, predictive analytics, or LLM-based workflow augmentation. Understanding of cybersecurity and data security principles as they relate to data governance and system access management. Hours: 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 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. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Operations General Manager, Ops Manager, Senior Operations Executive, Legal Operations Manager, Professional Services Operations Manager, Business Management, Business Operations Leader may also be considered for this role.

Principal Associate / Legal Director - Financial Services Regulatory National Hybrid Working 8+ PQE Yolk Recruitment are working with a leading national law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Financial Services Regulatory lawyer to join its expanding Commercial practice at Principal Associate or Legal Director level. This is a strategic senior hire within a highly regarded specialist team that advises a broad range of financial institutions, asset managers, investment firms, fintech businesses and retail financial services providers on complex regulatory matters. The team has an excellent reputation in the market and works with an impressive portfolio of national and international clients. The Opportunity This role will focus heavily on the asset management and investments space, advising clients on the evolving regulatory landscape and helping shape commercially focused solutions within a fast-moving sector. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor across a broad range of regulatory matters including FCA compliance, regulatory perimeter issues, authorisations, governance frameworks, consumer investment products and ongoing conduct obligations. You will also play a key role in supporting transactional and cross-border matters alongside Corporate and Funds teams, advising on the regulatory aspects of structuring, launches and investment strategies. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys combining high-level advisory work with client relationship management, business development and team leadership responsibilities. The Candidate Applications are welcomed from senior Financial Services Regulatory lawyers with strong technical expertise and experience advising clients within the investments, asset management or broader retail financial services sector. Candidates should be able to demonstrate: Strong knowledge of FCA regulation and the wider UK regulatory framework Experience advising on matters such as MiFID II, UCITS, AIFMD, ESG regulation and SMCR Confidence handling complex advisory matters autonomously Strong client management and stakeholder engagement skills Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers A commercial and solutions-focused mindset An interest in contributing to the continued growth of a specialist regulatory practice Experience across wider financial services areas such as payments, insurance, e-money or capital markets would be advantageous, though not essential. The Firm The successful candidate will join a collaborative national Commercial team working across multiple UK offices. The wider group is recognised for its strength across technology, data, intellectual property, outsourcing, infrastructure and complex commercial advisory work. The firm is known for its modern and flexible approach, strong internal culture and commitment to innovation, diversity and professional development. It offers genuinely high-quality work alongside a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their own profile and specialism. What's on Offer National platform with high-profile clients Complex and market-leading regulatory work Genuine progression opportunities Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Strong benefits package and competitive remuneration Supportive, collaborative and entrepreneurial culture For further information or to apply confidentially, please get in touch. 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.

Role Overview Joshua Robert is proud to be exclusively partnering with TT Group to recruit a Dilapidations Asset Manager. TT is looking for an asset manager to oversee dilapidations across its estate, alongside lease events and rent reviews. This is an existing role in the business, becoming available following the retirement of a long-standing team member. The successful candidate will have 1-5+ years of experience in commercial property management, estate management, or building surveying, and will be looking to progress their career. Full support and guidance will be provided, as the business is committed to developing the right person for this role. They will manage the end-to-end dilapidations process from both landlord and tenant perspectives across the estate, progressing cases through to formal settlement. In addition, they will be responsible for the ongoing management of their allocated assets, bringing dedicated support and continuity to a well-established function. Key Responsibilities Assess and manage dilapidations claims as landlord or tenant across TT's commercial estate, accessing support and guidance, where required. Appoint and manage external dilapidations consultants, when needed. Instruct and manage expert teams when dealing with contentious cases. Negotiate dilapidations cases to the best financial outcome. Prepare board papers and cash flows for settlement approval. Engage solicitors to formally document agreed settlements. Liaise with colleagues to ensure the dilapidations strategy aligns with the broader property objectives and timing for each asset. Prepare annual budgets with reference to future lease events, freehold value-add opportunities, and dilapidations liabilities. Negotiate lease events to meet or exceed budget expectations. Working with Others Maintain close collaboration with asset management colleagues involved in the commercial estate, lettings, property sales, and development. Maintain close contact with the FM team by attending regular meetings and making joint site visits as appropriate. Provide support to all other teams within the company, including the finance, service charge, insurance, and rates functions. Work closely with the Modelling team to ensure property aspects of IC cases and other modelling exercises are fully understood. Provide accurate information to Finance and understand the processes they need to operate within. Build positive professional relationships across the business. Reporting Ensure all data relating to relevant properties is accurately maintained in accordance with company procedures. Produce concise, accurate, and well-presented cases for the Investment Committee. Support central reporting requests and regular tracker updates with timely, well-written contributions. Candidate Profile We are seeking an experienced professional with: A Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) with a strong degree-level education. 1-5+ years of experience in property asset management and dilapidations, gained within either a consultancy or client-side environment. A willingness and ambition to learn, develop, and grow within a supportive and progressive environment. Exposure to managing claims from either a landlord or a tenant perspective. Interest in contesting cases and navigating the commercial and legal aspects. Adept at working with external professionals, lawyers, surveyors, and advisors. A genuine team player with excellent people skills and the ability to build credibility quickly with colleagues and external consultants alike. Strong presentation and written communication skills, including the ability to produce board papers and Investment Committee presentations. High levels of numeracy and IT literacy, with strong analytical skills. Enthusiastic and proactive, with the ability to manage significant activity. What's on Offer Remuneration & Benefits Salary: £50,000 £65,000 depending on experience Annual car allowance: £4,800 Partially deferred discretionary bonus based on personal and company performance Double match stakeholder pension scheme capped at 10% (e.g. a 5% personal contribution results in a 10% company contribution) 25 days of annual leave Private medical insurance Life assurance: 2 x base salary, to 4 x on joining the pension scheme Income protection Discounted dental insurance Maternity leave: Six months full pay (subject to six months' service) Paternity leave: Four weeks full pay (subject to six months' service) Electric vehicle lease scheme Cycle to work scheme Interest-free season ticket loan Financial support for relevant professional membership subscriptions Matched charity fundraising via Give as You Earn (up to £2,500 per year) Employee assistance programme Wellbeing initiatives Social and sporting activities Why Join TT TT is a market leader in the UK commercial property sector and one of the most significant privately owned portfolios in the country. The business combines the scale and financial strength of a major institutional operator with the agility, ambition, and decisive leadership that only a privately owned business can offer. Deep capital, a continuous acquisition program, and a leadership team that is analytical, commercially focused, and genuinely invested in its people make this a rare opportunity. High retention and employee engagement are the most credible measures of a workplace. TT's numbers speak for themselves. What makes this role stand out The opportunity to learn and develop quickly within a highly supportive environment. A dilapidations mandate with real financial weight, overseeing £5m+ of claims activity per year across a large and varied estate. The opportunity to take a high degree of ownership of a case and progress to a formal settlement, once settled in the role. A large, diverse portfolio offering genuine commercial breadth, complexity, and interest. Career progression opportunities for strong performers. Direct access to senior leadership for guidance and the wider TT team for ongoing support. Application Process This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Joshua Robert as part of a retained search assignment. All applications and expressions of interest should be directed to Joshua Robert. Direct approaches to the client organisation will be redirected accordingly.

Public & Regulatory Lawyer The Financial Reporting Council's (FRC) purpose is to serve the public interest and support UK economic growth by upholding high standards of corporate governance, corporate reporting, audit and actuarial work. We are the UK Competent Authority for statutory audit. We also set the UK Corporate Governance and Stewardship Codes as well as UK standards for accounting, statutory audit and actuarial work, and monitor and take action to promote the quality of corporate reporting. We operate independent enforcement arrangements for accountants and actuaries. Further information about our role can be found at . This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer interested in developing their public and regulatory legal skills and expertise. The role holder will support the Director of Legal Services, and the Senior Lawyer for the Regulatory sub-team, in the delivery of high-quality, timely, and client-focused legal advice across the FRC, including to the FRC's Executive, Board and Committees. The Role: The key accountabilities are to: Deliver high-quality, timely and business-focused legal advice to internal clients on a broad range of public and regulatory law issues. Proactively manage workloads and competing priorities. With appropriate supervision, advise senior internal clients including the FRC Board and its committees; Through being a collaborative and effective member of the Legal Services Team, support delivery of the team's and the FRC's objectives. Identify, escalate and mitigate legal risks, as appropriate. Effectively manage internal and external stakeholder relationships. The Person: Minimum requirements: Significant and relevant post qualification experience as a solicitor or barrister, qualified to practice in England & Wales. Demonstrable in-depth public / regulatory law experience at a mid-senior level. Demonstrable experience of communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a clear, concise and comprehensible manner. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with others at all levels, within and across teams. Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills, including an ability to grasp multi-faceted legal problems and explain legal issues in clear terms to a variety of stakeholders. Excellent technical and organisational skills. The ability to work proactively to meet challenging objectives and respond to changing priorities, whilst maintaining a high standard of work. Demonstrable experience of instructing and managing external counsel. An interest in the legal and policy frameworks that affect the work of the FRC, with a willingness to develop specialist knowledge in these areas. Desirable criteria: Experience of working within or advising an in-house legal or compliance function in a regulatory or public sector environment. Demonstrable experience in any one or more of the following practice areas: information law, litigation, competition law and/or corporate and commercial law. Experience of advising on public consultations, significant legal projects and legislative change programmes. Experience of line management, or the ability to develop the skills required to line-manage less senior members of the Legal Services Team We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and in particular those that are currently under represented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates. The role is based in our London or central Birmingham office. The post holder should be able to work flexibly to support the team's activities and also provide cover within the FRC as necessary. The FRC operates a hybrid working arrangement with its workforce. The FRC operates a hybrid working arrangement, with a expectation that 40% of a person's working time will be located at one of our offices per week, with precise arrangements to be agreed between the employee and the line manager. Please apply by uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter as a single document upload. In the covering letter, please set out, by reference to the person specification above how you meet the required skillset. Rewards and benefits The FRC offers remuneration packages, including 30 days annual leave, ability to buy extra leave. Generous employer pension contribution of 10%. Staff Employee Assistance Programme including confidential counselling and work life services. The FRC offers staff the opportunity to save at least 25% on the purchase of a new bike through the Cycle to work scheme. The FRC has a strong work/life balance ethos. The FRC believes that equality of opportunity and diversity is important in the work that we do and we are strongly committed to being an inclusive employer. Our values of being fair and independent supports this commitment. Equal opportunities monitoring is an important means of demonstrating and implementing our commitment to promoting equality of opportunity and diversity. Completing our diversity form will assist the FRC to identify any barriers that prevent access to employment and career development for certain groups of people, and to develop solutions, such as action plans, new policies and practices. The FRC is a Disability Confident Employer and we welcome applications under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme from disabled people as defined by the Equality Act 2010 that meet the minimum requirements for the role. 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Your new firm Our client is a well-established UK law firm with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation in property litigation and real estate. Ranked by Chambers and Legal 500 and listed among The Times Best Law Firms, this firm is widely recognised for its collaborative approach, high standards of client service, and forward-thinking growth strategy. With a strong track record of financial performance, they continue to invest in their people and foster a supportive, inclusive workplace. Your new role This is an exciting chance to join a highly regarded team in Exeter that acts for a diverse range of clients, including institutional landlords, investors, developers, and private individuals, on a broad spectrum of contentious property issues. You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on matters such as co-ownership and neighbour disputes (including rights of way, adverse possession, and boundary issues), lease and tenancy disputes, commercial rent recovery, enforcement of charges, possession claims, professional negligence claims, and rectifying historic title issues. Alongside this, you'll play an active role contributing to the team's collaborative culture and helping to deliver excellent client service. What you'll need to succeed You will be a recently qualified Property Litigation lawyer and have experience in property litigation, ideally gained at a regional or national law firm, and be comfortable running a varied caseload independently. Experience handling housing disrepair claims is highly desirable, alongside excellent technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and confidence in dealing with both residential and commercial contentious property matters. You'll be a natural communicator who builds trust and rapport with clients and colleagues, demonstrating a proactive, client-focused approach. We welcome applications from newly qualified solicitors through to those with more established experience. What you'll get in return They offer a highly competitive package designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing. This includes a comprehensive range of benefits, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that values collaboration and inclusivity. The firm is committed to providing ongoing development opportunities, from structured training to sector-focused events, helping you build expertise and expand your network. You will also be encouraged to take an active role in shaping the future of the practice through business development initiatives, while enjoying clear pathways for career progression within a forward-thinking and supportive environment. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you're exploring new opportunities, we'd still love to hear from you. We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Lawyer (UK Financial Sector Focus) on behalf of the Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative (CCLI). CCLI is a UK charity working at the intersection of law, finance and sustainability, with a global reputation for producing rigorous legal analysis that helps clarify how existing legal frameworks apply to climate and nature-related financial risks. This newly created role will play a key part in shaping CCLI s expanding programme of work on investor fiduciary duties across the UK financial sector. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of CCLI s UK investor fiduciary workstream, initially focusing on the insurance, pensions and banking sectors. This will involve scoping and commissioning authoritative legal analysis from leading commercial law firms and academics, translating complex legal findings into practical guidance for boards, trustees and their advisers, and tracking relevant regulatory and disclosure developments across the financial services landscape. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including institutional investors, regulators, professional bodies, and the legal community, as well as representing CCLI at conferences, roundtables and other external forums. Working closely with the Executive Director within a small and collaborative team, the successful candidate will also contribute to communications, strategic development and fundraising activity. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales with strong expertise in financial services law, ideally in insurance, banking, or pensions. Candidates should be able to demonstrate clear engagement with climate change or environmental sustainability, whether through their professional work, research, writing, pro bono activity, or other initiatives that connect legal practice with climate- and nature-related financial risks. To be successful, you need to bring a deep understanding of how financial institutions are structured and regulated, alongside a demonstrable commitment to addressing climate and nature-related financial risks through legal and governance frameworks. You will be a confident communicator, confident and effective in public speaking, with the ability to represent the organisation at conferences, roundtables and stakeholder events, and to communicate complex legal ideas clearly to diverse audiences. This role would suit a self-starter who is comfortable working with a high degree of ownership in a small, purpose-driven organisation and who is motivated by the opportunity to apply their legal expertise to drive meaningful change. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 24 May at 23:59 AM . Shortlisted candidates will then be asked to provide a tailored cover letter. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

IN HOUSE COMMERCIAL AND CONSTRUCTION LAWYER - ENERGY & POWER LONDON HYBRID WORKING - 3 DAYS PER WEEK IN OFFICE; 2 DAYS FROM HOME PERMANENT ROLE Role Overview: Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a fast growing, UK based owner, operator and developer of energy assets in their search for an In House Lawyer. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on project development, construction, commercial, procurement and operational matters for energy & infrastructure projects. Our client's legal team legal team works closely with the commercial, technical and finance teams to provide high quality, business focused advice and support. Their in house lawyers play an active part in key commercial decision making and risk management. This role will focus on supporting the legal team in all activities related to the development and commercial management of power projects. This will involve working closely with the project development, engineering and procurement teams and external stakeholders. Key Accountabilities: Advising project and execution teams on legal and commercial issues and risks arising through the whole lifecycle of renewable and conventional energy projects; Advising, independently and in conjunction with senior lawyers and/or external counsel, on a range of contracts with local and international counterparties related to the construction, project development and commercial operation of our assets; Drafting and negotiating standard form and bespoke contracts for the procurement of assets and services; Advising on the acquisition of renewable and conventional energy assets, businesses, and development opportunities; Working closely with and advising the commercial and financial specialists within the team in negotiations and assisting prompt decision-making among key stakeholders; Assessing project risks and risk management strategies and presenting these to directors and senior team members; Providing proactive legal support to commercial and operations teams on projects that are in-contract and completed and assist monitoring of on-going performance to enable the business to anticipate issues and manage risks that may arise; Ensuring that projects and transactions comply with all relevant corporate and regulatory requirements; Reviewing or performing legal due diligence where required; Ensuring ongoing compliance with responsibilities under law and regulation; Instructing, liaising with, and working alongside external legal counsel where required, including managing such external legal counsel to ensure that costs are minimised and delivered on budget; and About You: UK qualified Solicitor with 3-6 years post qualification experience either in private practice or In House Previous experience within the energy or infrastructure sectors Experience drafting and negotiating key commercial, construction and/or procurement contracts Experience of advising on and managing disputes within the infrastructure or energy sectors would be desirable although not essential. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.