Legal Director- Litigation & Credit Enforcement Insolvency Litigation Enforcement Strategy Direct Commercial Ownership in a Lending Business East Midlands 150,000 - 200,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits including LTIP Commutable from Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Warwickshire, North Oxfordshire, South East Birmingham, Solihull, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, North Hertfordshire (with flexibility for the right individual) The Context An established and growing specialist finance business is seeking to appoint a senior legal professional to take ownership of litigation, recoveries and enforcement across a live lending portfolio. The organisation operates in a fast-moving, commercially driven environment where legal decisions directly influence financial outcomes. It is not a business where legal operates at a distance. Instead, it sits at the centre of decision-making, working alongside credit and finance to manage risk, protect asset value and resolve complex lending situations. This appointment represents a key addition to the senior leadership structure, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer. The role has been deliberately defined with clarity of focus: to lead litigation, enforcement and recoveries with accountability for outcomes, not simply advice. This opportunity arises at a point where the legal function is central to the next phase of growth, with a clear requirement for stronger ownership of litigation outcomes and recoveries performance. The Role This is a role for a lawyer who is comfortable operating where legal judgement and commercial reality intersect. You will take full ownership of insolvency litigation and dispute resolution across the portfolio, shaping and executing enforcement strategies in relation to borrower defaults, distressed exposures and recovery scenarios. External counsel will be engaged where appropriate, however responsibility for direction, pace and outcome will remain with you. This includes direct involvement in formal insolvency situations, working alongside administrators, receivers and insolvency practitioners to protect position and maximise recovery outcomes. Alongside litigation, you will provide leadership and direction to recoveries and enforcement activity, ensuring that performance is actively managed and continuously improved. You will be expected to bring structure, discipline and commercial clarity to the way enforcement is approached, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes in the most efficient manner. This will include managing complex cases where matters progress beyond initial recovery actions into formal insolvency, requiring careful legal and commercial judgement to optimise outcomes. The role requires close engagement with internal stakeholders, particularly credit and finance, contributing directly to decision-making in time-sensitive and often complex situations. You will be expected to form clear views, provide decisive input and take responsibility for the consequences of those decisions. This is not a purely advisory position. It is a role defined by ownership, accountability and delivery. The Individual You are likely to be a Partner, Legal Director or senior disputes lawyer within a regional or national law firm, with a strong grounding in insolvency litigation, restructuring or banking disputes. Alternatively, you may already be operating in-house within a lending, credit or recoveries environment as Head of Legal, Legal Director or Senior Legal Counsel and are seeking a broader and more influential role. Experience of handling formal insolvency processes, including working with administrators, receivers or insolvency practitioners, will be a distinct advantage and of particular interest. You will have developed a reputation for sound judgement, the ability to navigate complex situations and a willingness to take responsibility for outcomes. You are commercially aware, pragmatic in your approach and comfortable operating without the safety net of purely advisory work. You are motivated not only by technical excellence, but by the opportunity to apply that expertise in a way that has direct and visible impact. This role will appeal to individuals who want to move closer to the commercial reality of the situations they are advising on, and who are prepared to take ownership of both decisions and results. The Environment The business is entrepreneurial, fast-paced and outcome-focused. Decisions are made quickly and accountability is clear. There is an expectation that senior individuals will engage directly, contribute meaningfully and operate with a high degree of autonomy. For those coming from private practice, the role offers a shift away from billing targets and time recording, without sacrificing complexity or responsibility. For those already in-house, it offers broader scope, greater ownership and closer proximity to strategic decision-making. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to step into a role where legal expertise is not peripheral but central to the success of the business. You will be responsible for shaping litigation strategy, influencing recoveries performance and contributing directly to commercial outcomes. This role is designed for individuals who wish to move beyond advisory work into a position of direct commercial influence and accountability for outcomes. Over time, there is scope for the role to evolve into a broader legal leadership position for an individual who demonstrates both capability and ambition. The remuneration package reflects the seniority and impact of the role, with a base salary in the range of 150,000 to 200,000, together with bonus and long-term incentive arrangements. Applications Applications and enquiries are invited on a strictly confidential basis. Ref: (phone number removed)
May 23, 2026
Full time
Legal Director- Litigation & Credit Enforcement Insolvency Litigation Enforcement Strategy Direct Commercial Ownership in a Lending Business East Midlands 150,000 - 200,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits including LTIP Commutable from Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Warwickshire, North Oxfordshire, South East Birmingham, Solihull, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, North Hertfordshire (with flexibility for the right individual) The Context An established and growing specialist finance business is seeking to appoint a senior legal professional to take ownership of litigation, recoveries and enforcement across a live lending portfolio. The organisation operates in a fast-moving, commercially driven environment where legal decisions directly influence financial outcomes. It is not a business where legal operates at a distance. Instead, it sits at the centre of decision-making, working alongside credit and finance to manage risk, protect asset value and resolve complex lending situations. This appointment represents a key addition to the senior leadership structure, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer. The role has been deliberately defined with clarity of focus: to lead litigation, enforcement and recoveries with accountability for outcomes, not simply advice. This opportunity arises at a point where the legal function is central to the next phase of growth, with a clear requirement for stronger ownership of litigation outcomes and recoveries performance. The Role This is a role for a lawyer who is comfortable operating where legal judgement and commercial reality intersect. You will take full ownership of insolvency litigation and dispute resolution across the portfolio, shaping and executing enforcement strategies in relation to borrower defaults, distressed exposures and recovery scenarios. External counsel will be engaged where appropriate, however responsibility for direction, pace and outcome will remain with you. This includes direct involvement in formal insolvency situations, working alongside administrators, receivers and insolvency practitioners to protect position and maximise recovery outcomes. Alongside litigation, you will provide leadership and direction to recoveries and enforcement activity, ensuring that performance is actively managed and continuously improved. You will be expected to bring structure, discipline and commercial clarity to the way enforcement is approached, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes in the most efficient manner. This will include managing complex cases where matters progress beyond initial recovery actions into formal insolvency, requiring careful legal and commercial judgement to optimise outcomes. The role requires close engagement with internal stakeholders, particularly credit and finance, contributing directly to decision-making in time-sensitive and often complex situations. You will be expected to form clear views, provide decisive input and take responsibility for the consequences of those decisions. This is not a purely advisory position. It is a role defined by ownership, accountability and delivery. The Individual You are likely to be a Partner, Legal Director or senior disputes lawyer within a regional or national law firm, with a strong grounding in insolvency litigation, restructuring or banking disputes. Alternatively, you may already be operating in-house within a lending, credit or recoveries environment as Head of Legal, Legal Director or Senior Legal Counsel and are seeking a broader and more influential role. Experience of handling formal insolvency processes, including working with administrators, receivers or insolvency practitioners, will be a distinct advantage and of particular interest. You will have developed a reputation for sound judgement, the ability to navigate complex situations and a willingness to take responsibility for outcomes. You are commercially aware, pragmatic in your approach and comfortable operating without the safety net of purely advisory work. You are motivated not only by technical excellence, but by the opportunity to apply that expertise in a way that has direct and visible impact. This role will appeal to individuals who want to move closer to the commercial reality of the situations they are advising on, and who are prepared to take ownership of both decisions and results. The Environment The business is entrepreneurial, fast-paced and outcome-focused. Decisions are made quickly and accountability is clear. There is an expectation that senior individuals will engage directly, contribute meaningfully and operate with a high degree of autonomy. For those coming from private practice, the role offers a shift away from billing targets and time recording, without sacrificing complexity or responsibility. For those already in-house, it offers broader scope, greater ownership and closer proximity to strategic decision-making. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to step into a role where legal expertise is not peripheral but central to the success of the business. You will be responsible for shaping litigation strategy, influencing recoveries performance and contributing directly to commercial outcomes. This role is designed for individuals who wish to move beyond advisory work into a position of direct commercial influence and accountability for outcomes. Over time, there is scope for the role to evolve into a broader legal leadership position for an individual who demonstrates both capability and ambition. The remuneration package reflects the seniority and impact of the role, with a base salary in the range of 150,000 to 200,000, together with bonus and long-term incentive arrangements. Applications Applications and enquiries are invited on a strictly confidential basis. Ref: (phone number removed)
Overview As we continue to build our team in support of our vision to be the world's best and most trusted mobility company, the Corporate Legal Group is excited to announce the opening for a Corporate Counsel (Backfill) . This is an exciting opportunity for a 7+ year qualified lawyer who will support our global business operations, commercial sales efforts and procurement activities and be an integral part of our global collaborative legal team. This position is office-based, headquartered in Egham, Surrey, near London. The successful candidate will be a member of our worldwide Legal Group. We deliver our legal services through a highly matrixed, cross-departmental functional teams focused on particular specialisms, including Commercial Sales, Procurement, Real Estate, Marketing, Intellectual Property, Technology/SaaS/PaaS agreements, Data Protection (connected vehicles), M&A, Litigation, ESG, Electrification and new technology. This role will also have a strong focus on negotiating commercial contracts (both sales and procurement) as well as concession agreements with our airport partners, collaborating in each area with business stakeholders and colleagues in the Legal Group, in their areas of expertise, in Europe, with a principal focus on our business needs in France. Experience negotiating retail concessions or property licensing would be advantageous, along with significant experience in structuring, drafting and reviewing a wide array of procurement agreements, including master service agreements, goods sale/purchase agreements, solicitations and other complex legal documents. This is a fantastic role for a candidate looking to join a driven and dynamic team and develop their career in an industry-leading in-house legal function. With the convergence of mobility solutions, the advent of internet-connected vehicles and roll-out of alternative fuelled and electric vehicles, the next 5 years promises to re-write the landscape in traditional vehicle mobility. As the industry evolves, we'll be embracing new types of business that will require lawyers who are comfortable learning and advising on new areas and coming up with creative solutions to the issues of the day. We're looking for a lawyer that can think through problems, navigate the legal and regulatory environment, and find ways to facilitate all this change. Organization Overview: We're Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we're built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. From a fleet of seven cars, more than six decades ago, to a global network serving consumers, businesses and governments, Enterprise Mobility is a leading provider of mobility solutions including car rental, fleet management, flexible vehicle-hire, carsharing, vanpooling, car sales, truck rental, vehicle subscription, luxury rental, technology solutions and more, to help make travel easier and more convenient. Responsibilities Responsibilities: Effectively maintain and cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues in the EU and US team to learn, support and create consistency in our legal advice; Assess our business needs/requirements, research issues, and provide legal advice and direction to minimize business risks and support our business teams and leadership; Assume the lead role in negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial contracts for customers and suppliers; Provide guidance and support to other lawyers and develop materials and processes to support and improve our business and the Legal Group; Rely on experience-based knowledge and leadership to plan and accomplish goals and bring a wide degree of creativity and sound business judgment and know when to escalate issues to senior management; Monitor, track and report on industry-related topics and changes in the law; Manage and be responsible for your own workload, take the initiative to prioritise work with stakeholders, manage tight and moving deadlines and remain calm under pressure and have the agility and judgment to effectively balance multiple requests and competing priorities; Be driven, have excellent attention to detail and ability to self-correct, be diligent in your responsibilities and the confidential nature of the role; Be comfortable working independently and for the benefit of the team as a whole and coming up with initiatives to improve the team. Qualifications Competency Based Qualifications: Qualification as a lawyer in one or more European jurisdictions with a civil law system required (qualification in France a plus) with significant experience of commercial law and the drafting, review and negotiation of complex, lengthy commercial contracts on 3rd party paper with reasonably minimal supervision. Fluent in French and English; additional language skills (Spanish or German) are a plus; Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office products (i.e., Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Training or experience working in France or on French contracts or projects (experience in additional jurisdictions is a plus). High level of professionalism and integrity; strong ethical standards, and work ethic. An understanding and sensitivity to maintaining confidential information. Strong time management and organizational skills Comfortable working independently or in a team and agility and judgment to balance multiple requests and competing priorities. Outstanding interpersonal skills, including verbal communication skills and writing & drafting skills. High level of attention to detail and process Proven leadership skills. Additional Information Please let us know about any accommodations you may need to participate in the recruitment process. Location : Egham, Surrey, TW20 9FB (Plenty of free on site parking and approx. 10 minutes walk from Egham station). Salary : Competitive
May 23, 2026
Full time
Overview As we continue to build our team in support of our vision to be the world's best and most trusted mobility company, the Corporate Legal Group is excited to announce the opening for a Corporate Counsel (Backfill) . This is an exciting opportunity for a 7+ year qualified lawyer who will support our global business operations, commercial sales efforts and procurement activities and be an integral part of our global collaborative legal team. This position is office-based, headquartered in Egham, Surrey, near London. The successful candidate will be a member of our worldwide Legal Group. We deliver our legal services through a highly matrixed, cross-departmental functional teams focused on particular specialisms, including Commercial Sales, Procurement, Real Estate, Marketing, Intellectual Property, Technology/SaaS/PaaS agreements, Data Protection (connected vehicles), M&A, Litigation, ESG, Electrification and new technology. This role will also have a strong focus on negotiating commercial contracts (both sales and procurement) as well as concession agreements with our airport partners, collaborating in each area with business stakeholders and colleagues in the Legal Group, in their areas of expertise, in Europe, with a principal focus on our business needs in France. Experience negotiating retail concessions or property licensing would be advantageous, along with significant experience in structuring, drafting and reviewing a wide array of procurement agreements, including master service agreements, goods sale/purchase agreements, solicitations and other complex legal documents. This is a fantastic role for a candidate looking to join a driven and dynamic team and develop their career in an industry-leading in-house legal function. With the convergence of mobility solutions, the advent of internet-connected vehicles and roll-out of alternative fuelled and electric vehicles, the next 5 years promises to re-write the landscape in traditional vehicle mobility. As the industry evolves, we'll be embracing new types of business that will require lawyers who are comfortable learning and advising on new areas and coming up with creative solutions to the issues of the day. We're looking for a lawyer that can think through problems, navigate the legal and regulatory environment, and find ways to facilitate all this change. Organization Overview: We're Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we're built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. From a fleet of seven cars, more than six decades ago, to a global network serving consumers, businesses and governments, Enterprise Mobility is a leading provider of mobility solutions including car rental, fleet management, flexible vehicle-hire, carsharing, vanpooling, car sales, truck rental, vehicle subscription, luxury rental, technology solutions and more, to help make travel easier and more convenient. Responsibilities Responsibilities: Effectively maintain and cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues in the EU and US team to learn, support and create consistency in our legal advice; Assess our business needs/requirements, research issues, and provide legal advice and direction to minimize business risks and support our business teams and leadership; Assume the lead role in negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial contracts for customers and suppliers; Provide guidance and support to other lawyers and develop materials and processes to support and improve our business and the Legal Group; Rely on experience-based knowledge and leadership to plan and accomplish goals and bring a wide degree of creativity and sound business judgment and know when to escalate issues to senior management; Monitor, track and report on industry-related topics and changes in the law; Manage and be responsible for your own workload, take the initiative to prioritise work with stakeholders, manage tight and moving deadlines and remain calm under pressure and have the agility and judgment to effectively balance multiple requests and competing priorities; Be driven, have excellent attention to detail and ability to self-correct, be diligent in your responsibilities and the confidential nature of the role; Be comfortable working independently and for the benefit of the team as a whole and coming up with initiatives to improve the team. Qualifications Competency Based Qualifications: Qualification as a lawyer in one or more European jurisdictions with a civil law system required (qualification in France a plus) with significant experience of commercial law and the drafting, review and negotiation of complex, lengthy commercial contracts on 3rd party paper with reasonably minimal supervision. Fluent in French and English; additional language skills (Spanish or German) are a plus; Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office products (i.e., Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Training or experience working in France or on French contracts or projects (experience in additional jurisdictions is a plus). High level of professionalism and integrity; strong ethical standards, and work ethic. An understanding and sensitivity to maintaining confidential information. Strong time management and organizational skills Comfortable working independently or in a team and agility and judgment to balance multiple requests and competing priorities. Outstanding interpersonal skills, including verbal communication skills and writing & drafting skills. High level of attention to detail and process Proven leadership skills. Additional Information Please let us know about any accommodations you may need to participate in the recruitment process. Location : Egham, Surrey, TW20 9FB (Plenty of free on site parking and approx. 10 minutes walk from Egham station). Salary : Competitive
About us Foxglove is a non-profit that exists to make the use of technology fair for all. When Big Tech companies abuse their power, their workers or the planet - and when governments use technology to oppress, exclude or discriminate - we litigate and campaign to fix it. Big Tech companies have become so large - gobbling up a huge slice of the global marketplace and an unprecedented treasure hoard of user data - that they're now more powerful than many states. The harmful effects of this concentration of power are everywhere - threats to our democracy, to our privacy, decimated workers' rights and platforms rife with disinformation and hate. Big Tech and AI data centres are rapidly expanding, resulting in huge strain on energy and water supplies. Worldwide governments are ploughing ahead with the use of algorithms and mass data systems to cut costs and increase efficiency often resulting in digital tools that entrench unfairness and leave the most vulnerable in society in crisis. All these problems are only getting worse with generative AI. Foxglove works to bring the rule of law to the tech and AI giants who have upended our public square, workplaces, and social lives. We have a strong track record. We've launched landmark cases seeking structural changes to big tech's harmful business models , supported 180+ Facebook content moderators fired for trying to form a union to sue Facebook and their outsourcing company, Sama - winning world-first judgements. We're urging competition regulators worldwide to stop Google's theft of independent news . We've filed the UK's first legal challenge to a data centre permission decision , forced disclosure of secret contracts between tech giants and the NHS, stopped a racist Home Office visa streaming algorithm , helped make grading fair for UK A-level students and challenged the Department of Work and Pension's use of an algorithm unfairly flagging disabled people for benefit fraud investigations. We are a small but growing team of lawyers, communications experts, and campaigners. We are a CIC , not a practising law firm. We partner with legal firms on cases, directing litigation in multiple jurisdictions. Our work is global, and we work in partnership with lawyers, civil society, unions, and people impacted by Big Tech. About you You are a highly experienced lawyer with a strong interest in using the law to hold governments and companies to account. You see the law as a tool for structural change, not just individual wins. You think strategically about how litigation, campaigning, and coalition-building can work together. You appreciate the value and impact of movements and are as comfortable drafting legal arguments as you are speaking to a journalist, or rallying those who've never heard of judicial review to a joint cause. You care about power, meaning who has it, who doesn't, and how to shift it. You follow the ways Big Tech and governments are reshaping society, and you don't just find it interesting: it makes you want to act. You're a sharp, compelling writer who can make complex legal arguments land with different audiences. You're a self-starter who spots opportunities and runs with them, but you're equally invested in the team around you. You share credit generously, help sharpen others' thinking, and understand that lasting change is collective. Most importantly, you believe in making the use of technology fair for all. If this is you; if you want to take on some of the most powerful companies and governments in the world, and you think the law is one of the tools we have to do it; if you are seeking a role where the work is urgent and the stakes are real, we would love to hear from you. The role The post holder will work alongside our Co-Executive Director, Head of Legal and Legal Administrator in developing and managing Foxglove's legal work. You will develop and drive forward a significant number and range of cases, including the development of case theories, investigating and collecting evidence, drafting correspondence, evidence and submissions. You will also be responsible for coordinating and managing external legal teams, in multiple jurisdictions. This will require you to have the comfort and ability to navigate diverse settings, while also having the insight to weigh up the benefits and challenges of pursuing cases in different jurisdictions. You will serve as an external representative for Foxglove's work, writing and speaking on topics of relevance. You will also be a sparring partner for others in the team, bringing a creative mindset and political savviness. UK and international travel are required. Flexibility with working hours will sometimes be needed. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Case Development and Management: Build connections, and listen to affected communities, unearth and pursue issues caused by tech injustice, coming up with innovative legal solutions. Build and maintain relationships with impacted community members, unions, other lawyers, experts, co-counsel, intervenors, civil society organisations, whistleblowers, and the public. Explore and develop new and undiscovered opportunities for Foxglove to be impactful and effective in our work. Effectively work with the co-Executive Director and Head of Legal to develop and implement Foxglove's legal strategy. Manage multiple cases at any one time, while also thinking to the future regarding cases that should be explored and developed. Draft and comment on technical and legal documents and correspondence. Lead evidence gathering. Compliance and Risk Management: Manage court deadlines and time limits where applicable. Ensure regulatory compliance in all aspects of your work and our cases. Always maintain the strictest standards of client confidentiality. Always maintain the strictest concern for and awareness of data protection and Foxglove policies. Keep up to date with the global political and litigation landscape concerning tech justice. Other: Help ensure communities', workers' and affected individual's voices are heard in our campaigns, communications and advocacy work. Contribute to external representation and writing, including through media appearances, social media posts, blogs and op-eds. Contribute to the development of materials for advocacy purposes including video or audio testimony, photographs etc. Support others in our legal team, across Foxglove, and the relevant ecosystem in developing strategies to use the law to hold governments and companies to account. Other ad hoc tasks as required. Person Specification Essential: Substantial experience in legal practice and conducting litigation and a demonstrated understanding of litigation strategies. Creative thinking and imagination. A strong interest in using the law to hold governments and companies to account. Qualified lawyer in any jurisdiction with at least 10 years of legal experience. Significant experience in legal practice in the UK. Demonstrable commitment to supporting marginalised communities to access justice. Ability to learn new areas of law quickly and develop new areas of work. Good political antennae and excellent relationship building and management skills. Experience conducting cases from initial advice through to trial. Relevant experience in analysing complex factual and legal situations and helping to advise clients in accordance with their aims. Experience in dealing sensitively with clients, whistleblowers and experts. Experience in working on complex matters, which require analysis of large amounts of documents and data. Excellent communication skills, demonstrated by the ability to communicate accurately, clearly, concisely and persuasively, both verbally and in writing. Excellent time management skills demonstrated by the ability to organise and prioritise a complex workload and work to tight deadlines. Experience in working and leading a team environment. Comfort with working at both the details-driven operational level and big-picture strategic level, as well as the ability to navigate between the two. Length and Salary The role is permanent. The annual salary is £88,400 per annum less any required deductions for income tax and national insurance. Our team works remotely, and this role can be based anywhere. We would prefer you to work within or close to UK office hours, but this is flexible. Our team travels every two months for team days and twice a year for team retreats. This role will include significant UK and international travel. Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered. How to apply Please make your application via Applied , answering the application questions and uploading your CV. We will not review applications sent via a job board or to our email. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with first round interviews likely to take place in May for selected candidates. Foxglove does not use AI in its recruitment processes, except to detect applications for AI use. As a tech- justice organisation, we ask the same of our candidates. Foxglove is being supported in this search and appointment process by SCHC Advisors . For a confidential conversation to learn more about the role, please contact Sophia Copeman at . . click apply for full job details
May 23, 2026
Full time
About us Foxglove is a non-profit that exists to make the use of technology fair for all. When Big Tech companies abuse their power, their workers or the planet - and when governments use technology to oppress, exclude or discriminate - we litigate and campaign to fix it. Big Tech companies have become so large - gobbling up a huge slice of the global marketplace and an unprecedented treasure hoard of user data - that they're now more powerful than many states. The harmful effects of this concentration of power are everywhere - threats to our democracy, to our privacy, decimated workers' rights and platforms rife with disinformation and hate. Big Tech and AI data centres are rapidly expanding, resulting in huge strain on energy and water supplies. Worldwide governments are ploughing ahead with the use of algorithms and mass data systems to cut costs and increase efficiency often resulting in digital tools that entrench unfairness and leave the most vulnerable in society in crisis. All these problems are only getting worse with generative AI. Foxglove works to bring the rule of law to the tech and AI giants who have upended our public square, workplaces, and social lives. We have a strong track record. We've launched landmark cases seeking structural changes to big tech's harmful business models , supported 180+ Facebook content moderators fired for trying to form a union to sue Facebook and their outsourcing company, Sama - winning world-first judgements. We're urging competition regulators worldwide to stop Google's theft of independent news . We've filed the UK's first legal challenge to a data centre permission decision , forced disclosure of secret contracts between tech giants and the NHS, stopped a racist Home Office visa streaming algorithm , helped make grading fair for UK A-level students and challenged the Department of Work and Pension's use of an algorithm unfairly flagging disabled people for benefit fraud investigations. We are a small but growing team of lawyers, communications experts, and campaigners. We are a CIC , not a practising law firm. We partner with legal firms on cases, directing litigation in multiple jurisdictions. Our work is global, and we work in partnership with lawyers, civil society, unions, and people impacted by Big Tech. About you You are a highly experienced lawyer with a strong interest in using the law to hold governments and companies to account. You see the law as a tool for structural change, not just individual wins. You think strategically about how litigation, campaigning, and coalition-building can work together. You appreciate the value and impact of movements and are as comfortable drafting legal arguments as you are speaking to a journalist, or rallying those who've never heard of judicial review to a joint cause. You care about power, meaning who has it, who doesn't, and how to shift it. You follow the ways Big Tech and governments are reshaping society, and you don't just find it interesting: it makes you want to act. You're a sharp, compelling writer who can make complex legal arguments land with different audiences. You're a self-starter who spots opportunities and runs with them, but you're equally invested in the team around you. You share credit generously, help sharpen others' thinking, and understand that lasting change is collective. Most importantly, you believe in making the use of technology fair for all. If this is you; if you want to take on some of the most powerful companies and governments in the world, and you think the law is one of the tools we have to do it; if you are seeking a role where the work is urgent and the stakes are real, we would love to hear from you. The role The post holder will work alongside our Co-Executive Director, Head of Legal and Legal Administrator in developing and managing Foxglove's legal work. You will develop and drive forward a significant number and range of cases, including the development of case theories, investigating and collecting evidence, drafting correspondence, evidence and submissions. You will also be responsible for coordinating and managing external legal teams, in multiple jurisdictions. This will require you to have the comfort and ability to navigate diverse settings, while also having the insight to weigh up the benefits and challenges of pursuing cases in different jurisdictions. You will serve as an external representative for Foxglove's work, writing and speaking on topics of relevance. You will also be a sparring partner for others in the team, bringing a creative mindset and political savviness. UK and international travel are required. Flexibility with working hours will sometimes be needed. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Case Development and Management: Build connections, and listen to affected communities, unearth and pursue issues caused by tech injustice, coming up with innovative legal solutions. Build and maintain relationships with impacted community members, unions, other lawyers, experts, co-counsel, intervenors, civil society organisations, whistleblowers, and the public. Explore and develop new and undiscovered opportunities for Foxglove to be impactful and effective in our work. Effectively work with the co-Executive Director and Head of Legal to develop and implement Foxglove's legal strategy. Manage multiple cases at any one time, while also thinking to the future regarding cases that should be explored and developed. Draft and comment on technical and legal documents and correspondence. Lead evidence gathering. Compliance and Risk Management: Manage court deadlines and time limits where applicable. Ensure regulatory compliance in all aspects of your work and our cases. Always maintain the strictest standards of client confidentiality. Always maintain the strictest concern for and awareness of data protection and Foxglove policies. Keep up to date with the global political and litigation landscape concerning tech justice. Other: Help ensure communities', workers' and affected individual's voices are heard in our campaigns, communications and advocacy work. Contribute to external representation and writing, including through media appearances, social media posts, blogs and op-eds. Contribute to the development of materials for advocacy purposes including video or audio testimony, photographs etc. Support others in our legal team, across Foxglove, and the relevant ecosystem in developing strategies to use the law to hold governments and companies to account. Other ad hoc tasks as required. Person Specification Essential: Substantial experience in legal practice and conducting litigation and a demonstrated understanding of litigation strategies. Creative thinking and imagination. A strong interest in using the law to hold governments and companies to account. Qualified lawyer in any jurisdiction with at least 10 years of legal experience. Significant experience in legal practice in the UK. Demonstrable commitment to supporting marginalised communities to access justice. Ability to learn new areas of law quickly and develop new areas of work. Good political antennae and excellent relationship building and management skills. Experience conducting cases from initial advice through to trial. Relevant experience in analysing complex factual and legal situations and helping to advise clients in accordance with their aims. Experience in dealing sensitively with clients, whistleblowers and experts. Experience in working on complex matters, which require analysis of large amounts of documents and data. Excellent communication skills, demonstrated by the ability to communicate accurately, clearly, concisely and persuasively, both verbally and in writing. Excellent time management skills demonstrated by the ability to organise and prioritise a complex workload and work to tight deadlines. Experience in working and leading a team environment. Comfort with working at both the details-driven operational level and big-picture strategic level, as well as the ability to navigate between the two. Length and Salary The role is permanent. The annual salary is £88,400 per annum less any required deductions for income tax and national insurance. Our team works remotely, and this role can be based anywhere. We would prefer you to work within or close to UK office hours, but this is flexible. Our team travels every two months for team days and twice a year for team retreats. This role will include significant UK and international travel. Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered. How to apply Please make your application via Applied , answering the application questions and uploading your CV. We will not review applications sent via a job board or to our email. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with first round interviews likely to take place in May for selected candidates. Foxglove does not use AI in its recruitment processes, except to detect applications for AI use. As a tech- justice organisation, we ask the same of our candidates. Foxglove is being supported in this search and appointment process by SCHC Advisors . For a confidential conversation to learn more about the role, please contact Sophia Copeman at . . click apply for full job details
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Litigation Department Background: Our litigation teams are ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK Directory for their excellence in Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence, Contentious Probate and General Litigation work across the South East. Viewed as a "stand out" team it has extensive experience in acting for both claimants and defendants, representing individuals, companies, charities or those involved in group litigation, in complex and high value civil / commercial litigation matters, including: Bankruptcy and Insolvency Building Disputes Civil Fraud Consumer/ Commercial Disputes Contract Disputes Debt Interim Applications International Cross Border Disputes Contentious Probate Disputes Professional Negligence Residential Property Disputes Our lawyers offer advice and assistance in dispute resolution and litigated cases and regularly acts in reported cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. The Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key tasks include: Boundary disputes- resolving disagreements between neighbours about property lines. Landlord and tenant issues- dealing with rent arrears, lease breaches, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals. Rights of way and easements- advising on access rights and usage of land. Nuisance and trespass claims- acting where someone's use of their property interferes with another's. Disputes over property ownership- handling cases like co-ownership disagreements or claims under trusts. Development issues- disputes related to property development, including restrictive covenants and planning. Disrepair- acting for landlord and tenant Mortgage Repossessions Commercial property matters- lease related matters - dilapidations, arrears of rents , lease forfeiture Key Skills Required: Proven litigation experience - minimum 3 years' PQE managing varied caseloads Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of the publicly funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Probate Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Litigation Department Background: Our litigation teams are ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK Directory for their excellence in Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence, Contentious Probate and General Litigation work across the South East. Viewed as a "stand out" team it has extensive experience in acting for both claimants and defendants, representing individuals, companies, charities or those involved in group litigation, in complex and high value civil / commercial litigation matters, including: Bankruptcy and Insolvency Building Disputes Civil Fraud Consumer/ Commercial Disputes Contract Disputes Debt Interim Applications International Cross Border Disputes Contentious Probate Disputes Professional Negligence Residential Property Disputes Our lawyers offer advice and assistance in dispute resolution and litigated cases and regularly acts in reported cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. The Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key tasks include: Boundary disputes- resolving disagreements between neighbours about property lines. Landlord and tenant issues- dealing with rent arrears, lease breaches, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals. Rights of way and easements- advising on access rights and usage of land. Nuisance and trespass claims- acting where someone's use of their property interferes with another's. Disputes over property ownership- handling cases like co-ownership disagreements or claims under trusts. Development issues- disputes related to property development, including restrictive covenants and planning. Disrepair- acting for landlord and tenant Mortgage Repossessions Commercial property matters- lease related matters - dilapidations, arrears of rents , lease forfeiture Key Skills Required: Proven litigation experience - minimum 3 years' PQE managing varied caseloads Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of the publicly funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Probate Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Employment Paralegal London Hybrid Working A well-regarded law firm in London is looking to add an Employment Paralegal to its growing employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Paralegal who is looking to gain high-quality experience, strong client exposure and long-term development within a supportive legal environment. The successful Employment Paralegal will join a busy and collaborative team handling a broad range of employment law matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous employment, HR advisory or litigation experience who is looking to build their legal career within a respected London law firm. The firm is known for its professional approach, client-focused service and supportive working culture. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, a strong team environment and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on varied and high-quality work. The Role The successful Employment Paralegal will work closely with solicitors and partners across a broad mix of employment matters. The work will include supporting on HR advisory work, employment tribunal claims, disciplinaries, grievances, redundancies, dismissals, settlement agreements, contracts of employment, policies and general employment law advice. There will also be exposure to client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, preparing bundles, managing files and assisting with tribunal proceedings. This role would suit someone who enjoys detailed legal work, wants meaningful responsibility and is looking to develop within a busy and well-regarded employment team. The Employment Paralegal The firm is looking for an Employment Paralegal with: Previous experience in employment law, HR, litigation or a legal support role A genuine interest in employment law Strong drafting and legal research skills Excellent attention to detail Good organisation and file management skills Clear client communication skills A proactive, commercial and personable approach A genuine interest in building a career in employment law This could be a particularly good fit for someone currently working as a paralegal who is looking for better training, stronger exposure and the opportunity to join a respected London firm. Equally, it would suit someone with strong legal support experience who is looking to specialise further within employment law. The Firm This is a highly regarded London law firm with a strong reputation across employment law and HR advisory work. The culture is professional, friendly and supportive, with a real emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term development. The team offers varied work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative environment. What's on Offer Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hybrid working High-quality employment law work Strong training and development Excellent client exposure Supportive and collaborative culture Long-term career progression opportunity Apply This is a brilliant opportunity for an Employment Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm, gain excellent hands-on experience and continue building their career in employment law. Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential chat.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Employment Paralegal London Hybrid Working A well-regarded law firm in London is looking to add an Employment Paralegal to its growing employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Paralegal who is looking to gain high-quality experience, strong client exposure and long-term development within a supportive legal environment. The successful Employment Paralegal will join a busy and collaborative team handling a broad range of employment law matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous employment, HR advisory or litigation experience who is looking to build their legal career within a respected London law firm. The firm is known for its professional approach, client-focused service and supportive working culture. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, a strong team environment and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on varied and high-quality work. The Role The successful Employment Paralegal will work closely with solicitors and partners across a broad mix of employment matters. The work will include supporting on HR advisory work, employment tribunal claims, disciplinaries, grievances, redundancies, dismissals, settlement agreements, contracts of employment, policies and general employment law advice. There will also be exposure to client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, preparing bundles, managing files and assisting with tribunal proceedings. This role would suit someone who enjoys detailed legal work, wants meaningful responsibility and is looking to develop within a busy and well-regarded employment team. The Employment Paralegal The firm is looking for an Employment Paralegal with: Previous experience in employment law, HR, litigation or a legal support role A genuine interest in employment law Strong drafting and legal research skills Excellent attention to detail Good organisation and file management skills Clear client communication skills A proactive, commercial and personable approach A genuine interest in building a career in employment law This could be a particularly good fit for someone currently working as a paralegal who is looking for better training, stronger exposure and the opportunity to join a respected London firm. Equally, it would suit someone with strong legal support experience who is looking to specialise further within employment law. The Firm This is a highly regarded London law firm with a strong reputation across employment law and HR advisory work. The culture is professional, friendly and supportive, with a real emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term development. The team offers varied work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative environment. What's on Offer Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hybrid working High-quality employment law work Strong training and development Excellent client exposure Supportive and collaborative culture Long-term career progression opportunity Apply This is a brilliant opportunity for an Employment Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm, gain excellent hands-on experience and continue building their career in employment law. Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential chat.
Employment Lawyer (Junior to Senior) London Flexible / Hybrid Working If you're an Employment Lawyer considering a move but unsure whether a traditional firm structure is still right for you, this could be worth exploring. I'm working with a well-established, alternative legal services platform that continues to grow its Employment offering in London. They are looking to speak with lawyers from junior through to senior level who want more control over how they work, without compromising on quality. The Opportunity This is a slightly different model to a traditional law firm. You'll be advising on a broad range of Employment matters, including: Employment tribunal litigation Day-to-day HR advisory work TUPE, restructures and redundancies Supporting corporate transactions Building and maintaining your own client relationships The key difference is the level of autonomy and flexibility you'll have in how you manage your work and clients. Why this opportunity stands out Flexible working model with real control over your time Strong infrastructure and support without traditional firm constraints Ability to build and develop your own client base High-quality work across a varied client portfolio Transparent earnings structure with strong financial upside Who this suits This can work for a range of profiles: Junior to Mid-Level Lawyers (2-5 PQE): Looking to step away from rigid firm structures Keen to develop client relationships earlier in their career Wanting more flexibility alongside solid support Senior Lawyers (6+ PQE / Partner level): Already building or managing client relationships Looking for greater autonomy and financial reward Interested in a platform that supports business development What they're looking for Qualified Employment Lawyer (England & Wales) Experience across contentious and non-contentious matters Commercial mindset and confidence dealing with clients Interest in a more flexible, self-driven working model The reality This isn't the right move for everyone. It will suit someone who is: Comfortable with a level of independence Motivated to build and maintain client relationships Looking for a long-term shift in how they work, not just a new firm
May 22, 2026
Full time
Employment Lawyer (Junior to Senior) London Flexible / Hybrid Working If you're an Employment Lawyer considering a move but unsure whether a traditional firm structure is still right for you, this could be worth exploring. I'm working with a well-established, alternative legal services platform that continues to grow its Employment offering in London. They are looking to speak with lawyers from junior through to senior level who want more control over how they work, without compromising on quality. The Opportunity This is a slightly different model to a traditional law firm. You'll be advising on a broad range of Employment matters, including: Employment tribunal litigation Day-to-day HR advisory work TUPE, restructures and redundancies Supporting corporate transactions Building and maintaining your own client relationships The key difference is the level of autonomy and flexibility you'll have in how you manage your work and clients. Why this opportunity stands out Flexible working model with real control over your time Strong infrastructure and support without traditional firm constraints Ability to build and develop your own client base High-quality work across a varied client portfolio Transparent earnings structure with strong financial upside Who this suits This can work for a range of profiles: Junior to Mid-Level Lawyers (2-5 PQE): Looking to step away from rigid firm structures Keen to develop client relationships earlier in their career Wanting more flexibility alongside solid support Senior Lawyers (6+ PQE / Partner level): Already building or managing client relationships Looking for greater autonomy and financial reward Interested in a platform that supports business development What they're looking for Qualified Employment Lawyer (England & Wales) Experience across contentious and non-contentious matters Commercial mindset and confidence dealing with clients Interest in a more flexible, self-driven working model The reality This isn't the right move for everyone. It will suit someone who is: Comfortable with a level of independence Motivated to build and maintain client relationships Looking for a long-term shift in how they work, not just a new firm
Your new companyA well-established and growing legal services provider is undergoing an exciting period of positive change and sustained growth within its Litigation and Dispute Management function. Known for its collaborative culture and strong focus on quality and customer outcomes, the organisation places genuine value on its people, encouraging autonomy, flexibility and professional development. With modern city-centre offices and an emphasis on work-life balance, this is an environment where experienced lawyers can thrive. They are now looking for a Senior Associate to join their Contract Disputes team in Bristol. Your new roleAs a Senior Associate within the Contract Disputes team, you will be part of a broader Volume Litigation department. Taking responsibility for your own caseload, you will manage matters end-to-end in a commercial and pragmatic way, utilising litigation, mediation and alternative dispute resolution where appropriate. Your caseload will include breach of contract, misrepresentation, professional negligence and debt recovery. Key responsibilities include: Managing contract dispute claims from instruction to resolution Assessing prospects of success at an early stage and shaping case strategy Handling claims in line with legal expenses insurance policy requirements Taking ownership of customer issues and driving cases to a positive outcome Working to agreed SLAs, KPIs and financial performance targets Supporting a culture of efficient, high-quality case handling and knowledge sharing This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of two days per week in the Bristol office. The role is ideally full-time, though part-time arrangements (minimum four days per week or equivalent hours) will be considered.What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will need: Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) Proven experience managing contract disputes Strong commercial judgement and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, KPI-driven environment A proactive and organised approach to caseload management Strong client care, negotiation and collaborative skills Resilience and professionalism when dealing with sensitive or complex matters This role will suit a motivated Senior Associate who takes pride in delivering high-quality legal outcomes and enjoys working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive: A competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid and flexible working options Modern, centrally located Bristol offices A supportive, high-performing and inclusive team culture Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and expanding legal team that encourages ownership, flexibility and long-term career growth. Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on the role.Apply nowIf you are an experienced contract disputes lawyer looking for your next senior-level opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion to find out more about this exciting opportunity. 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
May 22, 2026
Full time
Your new companyA well-established and growing legal services provider is undergoing an exciting period of positive change and sustained growth within its Litigation and Dispute Management function. Known for its collaborative culture and strong focus on quality and customer outcomes, the organisation places genuine value on its people, encouraging autonomy, flexibility and professional development. With modern city-centre offices and an emphasis on work-life balance, this is an environment where experienced lawyers can thrive. They are now looking for a Senior Associate to join their Contract Disputes team in Bristol. Your new roleAs a Senior Associate within the Contract Disputes team, you will be part of a broader Volume Litigation department. Taking responsibility for your own caseload, you will manage matters end-to-end in a commercial and pragmatic way, utilising litigation, mediation and alternative dispute resolution where appropriate. Your caseload will include breach of contract, misrepresentation, professional negligence and debt recovery. Key responsibilities include: Managing contract dispute claims from instruction to resolution Assessing prospects of success at an early stage and shaping case strategy Handling claims in line with legal expenses insurance policy requirements Taking ownership of customer issues and driving cases to a positive outcome Working to agreed SLAs, KPIs and financial performance targets Supporting a culture of efficient, high-quality case handling and knowledge sharing This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of two days per week in the Bristol office. The role is ideally full-time, though part-time arrangements (minimum four days per week or equivalent hours) will be considered.What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will need: Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) Proven experience managing contract disputes Strong commercial judgement and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, KPI-driven environment A proactive and organised approach to caseload management Strong client care, negotiation and collaborative skills Resilience and professionalism when dealing with sensitive or complex matters This role will suit a motivated Senior Associate who takes pride in delivering high-quality legal outcomes and enjoys working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive: A competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid and flexible working options Modern, centrally located Bristol offices A supportive, high-performing and inclusive team culture Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and expanding legal team that encourages ownership, flexibility and long-term career growth. Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on the role.Apply nowIf you are an experienced contract disputes lawyer looking for your next senior-level opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion to find out more about this exciting opportunity. 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
Job Title: Legal Assistant: Litigation and Social Care Grade: 16.71 - (rate dependent on experience) Location: Hybrid Contract: Temporary ongoing (initial 6-month assignment with view to extend) Working Hours: 36 hours per week Job Overview HB Public Law, a shared service between a number of North West London boroughs and home countries local authorities, is recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. This is a key career-graded role designed to support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing, and supporting cutting-edge practice management processes. The successful candidate will play a central role in conducting a significant caseload across several legal specialisms. This position offers improved career opportunities and the chance to move between teams to cover a wider range of legal specialisms. Key Responsibilities Caseload Management: Advise on and have conduct of legal files for civil and criminal litigation, children's and adults social care, and education matters. Maintain a significant caseload in compliance with Lexcel requirements. Legal Support & Research: Provide advice, undertake research, and support lawyers. Provide clear and accurate advice to clients in person, on the telephone, and in writing. Representation & Advocacy: Represent clients in court, tribunals, panels, and external meetings. Undertake advocacy. Governance & Panels: Clerk Education Exclusion Panel meetings. Provide advice to members, officers, and project teams proactively. Systems & Compliance: Provide administrative and systems assistance as a super user of an electronic case management system. Ensure compliance with office procedures and Lexcel & IIP standards. Requirements Knowledge General knowledge of English law, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. General knowledge and understanding of public law principles as they apply to local government. Experience Experience of working in a legal environment; contributing positively in a team; providing written and oral legal advice and guidance to officers/clients; conducting a caseload with minimum supervision covering at least one of the following areas: civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. Education/Qualifications Educated to degree standard, with a qualification in law (e.g., law degree, CPE, LPC) or be studying for/obtained a recognised legal qualification, or substantial experience working in a legal environment in lieu of qualification. Evidence of continuing professional development. Skills & Abilities Must be able to manage and prioritise workload; understand and meet Lexcel standards; demonstrate excellent client care skills; conduct legal research; use fully Microsoft products & a case management system; draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings; and present a confident and professional demeanour. About Us HB Public Law sits within the Legal and Governance Services Department of Harrow Council. The shared legal practice provides clients with a greater range and depth of legal expertise, reduced cost, and greater resilience. Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK. Located just 10 miles from the city centre and 13 minutes from Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers excellent transport links and accessibility to the M1, M25, and A406. For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be an accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in the length of service and career progression of our employees. London Borough of Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting (url removed)>
May 22, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Legal Assistant: Litigation and Social Care Grade: 16.71 - (rate dependent on experience) Location: Hybrid Contract: Temporary ongoing (initial 6-month assignment with view to extend) Working Hours: 36 hours per week Job Overview HB Public Law, a shared service between a number of North West London boroughs and home countries local authorities, is recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. This is a key career-graded role designed to support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing, and supporting cutting-edge practice management processes. The successful candidate will play a central role in conducting a significant caseload across several legal specialisms. This position offers improved career opportunities and the chance to move between teams to cover a wider range of legal specialisms. Key Responsibilities Caseload Management: Advise on and have conduct of legal files for civil and criminal litigation, children's and adults social care, and education matters. Maintain a significant caseload in compliance with Lexcel requirements. Legal Support & Research: Provide advice, undertake research, and support lawyers. Provide clear and accurate advice to clients in person, on the telephone, and in writing. Representation & Advocacy: Represent clients in court, tribunals, panels, and external meetings. Undertake advocacy. Governance & Panels: Clerk Education Exclusion Panel meetings. Provide advice to members, officers, and project teams proactively. Systems & Compliance: Provide administrative and systems assistance as a super user of an electronic case management system. Ensure compliance with office procedures and Lexcel & IIP standards. Requirements Knowledge General knowledge of English law, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. General knowledge and understanding of public law principles as they apply to local government. Experience Experience of working in a legal environment; contributing positively in a team; providing written and oral legal advice and guidance to officers/clients; conducting a caseload with minimum supervision covering at least one of the following areas: civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. Education/Qualifications Educated to degree standard, with a qualification in law (e.g., law degree, CPE, LPC) or be studying for/obtained a recognised legal qualification, or substantial experience working in a legal environment in lieu of qualification. Evidence of continuing professional development. Skills & Abilities Must be able to manage and prioritise workload; understand and meet Lexcel standards; demonstrate excellent client care skills; conduct legal research; use fully Microsoft products & a case management system; draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings; and present a confident and professional demeanour. About Us HB Public Law sits within the Legal and Governance Services Department of Harrow Council. The shared legal practice provides clients with a greater range and depth of legal expertise, reduced cost, and greater resilience. Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK. Located just 10 miles from the city centre and 13 minutes from Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers excellent transport links and accessibility to the M1, M25, and A406. For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be an accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in the length of service and career progression of our employees. London Borough of Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting (url removed)>
Commercial Litigation Solicitor (3 PQE +) London A mid-market L500 ranked law firm in London are actively looking to recruit two Associates into their Commercial Litigation department. Although a general commercial disputes role, a lot of your work will be in banking litigation. Your caseload will include: insolvency, fraud, asset recovery, contractual disputes, shareholder litigation, among others. AUS/NZ qualified lawyers are welcome to apply - Preferably you will have at least 1.5 years of your Youth Mobility VISA (if applicable) remaining. Sponsorship is not offered. The salary range is 65,000- 85,000. Office attendance is required 80% of the time (TBC). A supportive, collegiate and down to earth team that undertakes high quality commercial disputes in central London.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Commercial Litigation Solicitor (3 PQE +) London A mid-market L500 ranked law firm in London are actively looking to recruit two Associates into their Commercial Litigation department. Although a general commercial disputes role, a lot of your work will be in banking litigation. Your caseload will include: insolvency, fraud, asset recovery, contractual disputes, shareholder litigation, among others. AUS/NZ qualified lawyers are welcome to apply - Preferably you will have at least 1.5 years of your Youth Mobility VISA (if applicable) remaining. Sponsorship is not offered. The salary range is 65,000- 85,000. Office attendance is required 80% of the time (TBC). A supportive, collegiate and down to earth team that undertakes high quality commercial disputes in central London.
Civil and Commercial Litigation Lawyer Warwick / Hybrid Competitive salary, commensurate with PQE + car park pass About the firm Our client is a long- established high street law firm based in Warwick, with a loyal local reputation. They are a Lexcel-accredited, mid-sized firm employing around 70 people; large enough to offer career progression and high-quality work and small enough to be personal, supportive and collaborative, giving you the opportunity to really shine and thrive in your career. Employee wellbeing is a high priority, with homeworking available part of the week for a great work/life balance and five weeks annual leave entitlement plus additional leave over the Christmas shutdown What you ll be doing: Managing a caseload of civil and commercial litigation files including director/shareholder disputes business partnership disputes breach of contract commercial and residential property claims ToLATA boundary/neighbour disputes private nuisance, harassment and defamation will/inheritance disputes professional negligence claims debt recovery possession and insolvency claims Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including particulars of claim, defences, disclosure and witness statements through to settlement agreements Conducting advocacy, instructing counsel when necessary Advising clients on dispute resolution strategies, including negotiation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution Who we re looking for: Suitable candidates will have: Fully qualified status Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 2 years PQE Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach What s on offer: This is a full-time permanent job, working 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (35 hours) with homeworking available 2 days per week. Benefits include: Competitive salary 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period at Directors discretion Company pension scheme Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week remote working) Excellent training and development opportunities Work life balance encouraged Car parking pass Clear, structured career progression pathway Note: A competitive salary is offered which will be commensurate with experience. The information above is correct to the best of our knowledge For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands. We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent. About Your Consultant Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service the way she believes recruitment should be! Tracey s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey s experience and expertise. Know anyone who might be interested ? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Civil and Commercial Litigation Lawyer Warwick / Hybrid Competitive salary, commensurate with PQE + car park pass About the firm Our client is a long- established high street law firm based in Warwick, with a loyal local reputation. They are a Lexcel-accredited, mid-sized firm employing around 70 people; large enough to offer career progression and high-quality work and small enough to be personal, supportive and collaborative, giving you the opportunity to really shine and thrive in your career. Employee wellbeing is a high priority, with homeworking available part of the week for a great work/life balance and five weeks annual leave entitlement plus additional leave over the Christmas shutdown What you ll be doing: Managing a caseload of civil and commercial litigation files including director/shareholder disputes business partnership disputes breach of contract commercial and residential property claims ToLATA boundary/neighbour disputes private nuisance, harassment and defamation will/inheritance disputes professional negligence claims debt recovery possession and insolvency claims Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including particulars of claim, defences, disclosure and witness statements through to settlement agreements Conducting advocacy, instructing counsel when necessary Advising clients on dispute resolution strategies, including negotiation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution Who we re looking for: Suitable candidates will have: Fully qualified status Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 2 years PQE Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach What s on offer: This is a full-time permanent job, working 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (35 hours) with homeworking available 2 days per week. Benefits include: Competitive salary 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period at Directors discretion Company pension scheme Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week remote working) Excellent training and development opportunities Work life balance encouraged Car parking pass Clear, structured career progression pathway Note: A competitive salary is offered which will be commensurate with experience. The information above is correct to the best of our knowledge For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands. We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent. About Your Consultant Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service the way she believes recruitment should be! Tracey s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey s experience and expertise. Know anyone who might be interested ? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details.
The Serious & Catastrophic Injury team specialises in high value, complex personal injury litigation involving life changing injuries. Work includes traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, severe orthopaedic trauma, chronic pain conditions, and fatal accident claims arising from road traffic accidents, employers liability, and public liability matters. You will join a highly experienced and supportive team working alongside senior lawyers, counsel, medical experts, case managers, and rehabilitation professionals. This is a specialist practice area offering exposure to nationally significant litigation work and the opportunity to develop advanced technical expertise in catastrophic injury claims. This is a Hybrid Role Key Responsibilities Manage and progress a caseload of high value catastrophic and complex injury claims from instruction through to resolution Handle litigated matters, including proceedings in the High Court Draft detailed pleadings, witness statements, schedules of loss, and instructions to experts Coordinate expert evidence across multiple medical and technical disciplines Develop litigation strategy and support negotiations and settlement discussions Attend conferences with counsel and experts, including mediation and settlement meetings Provide high quality, empathetic client care supporting clients and families through rehabilitation pathways Work closely with senior lawyers on complex matters Support supervision of junior or non qualified team members where appropriate Candidate Requirements To be successful in this Solicitor / Associate Catastrophic Injury role, you will need: Qualified Solicitor (0 6 years PQE indicative) Experience in personal injury litigation, ideally high value or complex cases Strong understanding of the Serious Injury Guide, Rehabilitation Code, and CPR Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills Ability to manage a complex and varied caseload Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Clear and confident communication skills A compassionate and client focused approach Benefits Package 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus holiday buy scheme Life insurance and income protection Employee assistance programme and digital GP services Pension scheme Electric car scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Hybrid and flexible working options Discounted gym membership and employee discount hub Flu and eyecare vouchers
May 22, 2026
Full time
The Serious & Catastrophic Injury team specialises in high value, complex personal injury litigation involving life changing injuries. Work includes traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, severe orthopaedic trauma, chronic pain conditions, and fatal accident claims arising from road traffic accidents, employers liability, and public liability matters. You will join a highly experienced and supportive team working alongside senior lawyers, counsel, medical experts, case managers, and rehabilitation professionals. This is a specialist practice area offering exposure to nationally significant litigation work and the opportunity to develop advanced technical expertise in catastrophic injury claims. This is a Hybrid Role Key Responsibilities Manage and progress a caseload of high value catastrophic and complex injury claims from instruction through to resolution Handle litigated matters, including proceedings in the High Court Draft detailed pleadings, witness statements, schedules of loss, and instructions to experts Coordinate expert evidence across multiple medical and technical disciplines Develop litigation strategy and support negotiations and settlement discussions Attend conferences with counsel and experts, including mediation and settlement meetings Provide high quality, empathetic client care supporting clients and families through rehabilitation pathways Work closely with senior lawyers on complex matters Support supervision of junior or non qualified team members where appropriate Candidate Requirements To be successful in this Solicitor / Associate Catastrophic Injury role, you will need: Qualified Solicitor (0 6 years PQE indicative) Experience in personal injury litigation, ideally high value or complex cases Strong understanding of the Serious Injury Guide, Rehabilitation Code, and CPR Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills Ability to manage a complex and varied caseload Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Clear and confident communication skills A compassionate and client focused approach Benefits Package 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus holiday buy scheme Life insurance and income protection Employee assistance programme and digital GP services Pension scheme Electric car scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Hybrid and flexible working options Discounted gym membership and employee discount hub Flu and eyecare vouchers
Liberty is looking for a creative and strategic lawyer to join its legal team as a legal team manager. Strategic litigation is core to Liberty s work. Our lawyers work closely with the rest of the organisation using casework and legal advice to help Liberty reach its strategic goals. You will be responsible for running a small caseload of strategic litigation, conducting interventions and providing specialist human rights advice. A large part of the role is identifying and then scoping potential cases, working closely with other organisations to develop the litigation in a collaborative and creative way. In addition to your legal work, you will line manage another lawyer in the team, one of our paralegals and our legal information officer, who leads Liberty s legal education work. The management of the team as a whole will be shared between the Head of Legal, the current legal team manager and you. If you are interested in a job that involves innovative legal work in the NGO sector, we would like to hear from you. Liberty fully embraces flexible working and is committed to employee development. We aim to encourage people from all backgrounds to work with us and are particularly interested in hearing from people from minority backgrounds and all socio-economic sections of society. Liberty supports hybrid working, with a minimum office attendance two days per week in the Westminster office. The deadline for applications is 9am Monday 22 June 2026 Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. Please be aware that we do not accept CVs for this role. All applicants must complete the application form to apply. First round interviews will be held online on Thursday 2 July 2026 Second round interview will be held in Liberty s Office on Thursday 9 July 2026
May 22, 2026
Full time
Liberty is looking for a creative and strategic lawyer to join its legal team as a legal team manager. Strategic litigation is core to Liberty s work. Our lawyers work closely with the rest of the organisation using casework and legal advice to help Liberty reach its strategic goals. You will be responsible for running a small caseload of strategic litigation, conducting interventions and providing specialist human rights advice. A large part of the role is identifying and then scoping potential cases, working closely with other organisations to develop the litigation in a collaborative and creative way. In addition to your legal work, you will line manage another lawyer in the team, one of our paralegals and our legal information officer, who leads Liberty s legal education work. The management of the team as a whole will be shared between the Head of Legal, the current legal team manager and you. If you are interested in a job that involves innovative legal work in the NGO sector, we would like to hear from you. Liberty fully embraces flexible working and is committed to employee development. We aim to encourage people from all backgrounds to work with us and are particularly interested in hearing from people from minority backgrounds and all socio-economic sections of society. Liberty supports hybrid working, with a minimum office attendance two days per week in the Westminster office. The deadline for applications is 9am Monday 22 June 2026 Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. Please be aware that we do not accept CVs for this role. All applicants must complete the application form to apply. First round interviews will be held online on Thursday 2 July 2026 Second round interview will be held in Liberty s Office on Thursday 9 July 2026
Finstech are pleased to advertise an exciting temporary opportunity for an experienced Locum Property Lawyer on behalf of our client. The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive legal service to council members and officers, delivering high-quality, accurate legal advice across a range of matters relating to local authority work. Working under the direction of the Heads of Legal Services, the Locum Property Lawyer will manage their own caseload efficiently using case management, time recording, and electronic records management systems. This is a varied and dynamic role that includes advising at business meetings, council committees and sub-committees, and supporting the wider legal team. The role may also require attendance at court, tribunals, or public inquiries as necessary. This is a temporary, full time (37 hours a week), fully remote role offering £75 an hour for a qualified legal professional with a strong background in property law and local authority work. Key responsibilities: Provide high-quality, accurate legal advice (orally and in writing) across a range of local authority legal matters Take instructions, issue document or proceedings and negotiate and advise on transactional cases and settlements Operate and maintain case management, time recording, and electronic records management systems Attend and advise at business meetings, council committees and sub-committees (including area committees; day and evening attendance may be required) Attend court, tribunals, or public inquiries and represent the client as legal advisor where required Review committee reports, advising on applicable law, monitoring compliance with policy and highlighting legal implications Assist and support the development of other members of the legal team Adapt to variations in duties as required, within the general scope and level of responsibility of the role What We?re Looking For Essential: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX); or a willingness to work towards such qualifications alongside considerable relevant experience Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Detailed specialist knowledge in at least one major area of legal practice: Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation, or Housing Disrepair Desirable: Proven experience of providing legal advice, representation, and the ability to develop knowledge in new areas Experience of acting as advocate at court, tribunals, or public inquiries (where required by the specialism) Experience drafting legal documents and designing procedures for complex or novel situations Demonstrated business acumen, including awareness of business development and shared service opportunities Ability to interpret and apply council policies Proven research skills and ability to identify and manage risk Demonstrable use of technology to improve business effectiveness Key behaviours: Strong self-management: able to manage your own caseload and competing priorities under demanding deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels, both internal and external Ability to work effectively on own initiative and collaboratively as part of a team Skilled at developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders Effective project management skills Sound understanding of equal opportunities and diversity in employment and service delivery
May 22, 2026
Seasonal
Finstech are pleased to advertise an exciting temporary opportunity for an experienced Locum Property Lawyer on behalf of our client. The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive legal service to council members and officers, delivering high-quality, accurate legal advice across a range of matters relating to local authority work. Working under the direction of the Heads of Legal Services, the Locum Property Lawyer will manage their own caseload efficiently using case management, time recording, and electronic records management systems. This is a varied and dynamic role that includes advising at business meetings, council committees and sub-committees, and supporting the wider legal team. The role may also require attendance at court, tribunals, or public inquiries as necessary. This is a temporary, full time (37 hours a week), fully remote role offering £75 an hour for a qualified legal professional with a strong background in property law and local authority work. Key responsibilities: Provide high-quality, accurate legal advice (orally and in writing) across a range of local authority legal matters Take instructions, issue document or proceedings and negotiate and advise on transactional cases and settlements Operate and maintain case management, time recording, and electronic records management systems Attend and advise at business meetings, council committees and sub-committees (including area committees; day and evening attendance may be required) Attend court, tribunals, or public inquiries and represent the client as legal advisor where required Review committee reports, advising on applicable law, monitoring compliance with policy and highlighting legal implications Assist and support the development of other members of the legal team Adapt to variations in duties as required, within the general scope and level of responsibility of the role What We?re Looking For Essential: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX); or a willingness to work towards such qualifications alongside considerable relevant experience Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Detailed specialist knowledge in at least one major area of legal practice: Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation, or Housing Disrepair Desirable: Proven experience of providing legal advice, representation, and the ability to develop knowledge in new areas Experience of acting as advocate at court, tribunals, or public inquiries (where required by the specialism) Experience drafting legal documents and designing procedures for complex or novel situations Demonstrated business acumen, including awareness of business development and shared service opportunities Ability to interpret and apply council policies Proven research skills and ability to identify and manage risk Demonstrable use of technology to improve business effectiveness Key behaviours: Strong self-management: able to manage your own caseload and competing priorities under demanding deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels, both internal and external Ability to work effectively on own initiative and collaboratively as part of a team Skilled at developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders Effective project management skills Sound understanding of equal opportunities and diversity in employment and service delivery
Opportunity: Construction Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor (4+ Years PQE) Location: Bristol (Hybrid & Flexible Working) Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus Opportunity: Not every construction opportunity offers the chance to join a growing office, work alongside a highly respected partner hire from a leading Bristol practice and help shape the future of a developing team within an established international firm. This opportunity does. An award-winning international law firm is looking to appoint a Construction Associate or Senior Associate to join its expanding Bristol team. The firm has built an excellent reputation across the UK and internationally, earning consistent recognition in both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, while maintaining a collaborative, approachable culture where people are supported to develop and succeed. This is an exciting time to join. The Bristol office continues to grow steadily and strategically, with significant investment in the construction offering. You'll work closely with an experienced Construction Partner on a broad range of high-quality matters, gaining exposure to excellent clients while having the opportunity to make a real impact on the future growth of the team. Whether you're feeling ready for more responsibility, looking for a broader mix of work or simply interested in joining a firm where you can build a long-term career, this is a role that offers genuine opportunity. What You Will Be Doing: You'll advise a diverse client base across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters, working alongside experienced colleagues on complex, high-value and commercially focused instructions. The role offers excellent variety and the opportunity to develop your expertise across the full spectrum of construction law. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters Drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction contracts and related documentation Supporting clients on development, infrastructure and commercial projects Advising on disputes through negotiation, adjudication, mediation, arbitration and litigation Building and maintaining strong client relationships Working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple practice areas and offices Supporting the continued growth and success of the Bristol construction team What We Are Looking For Qualified Solicitor or Lawyer with 4+ years PQE in construction law Experience of contentious and non-contentious construction work or an interest in developing expertise across both areas Strong technical skills and commercial awareness Excellent communication and client relationship skills A collaborative and proactive approach Ambition to develop your career within a growing and highly regarded team What Is in It for You? Private healthcare and wellbeing support Enhanced annual leave + your birthday off Additional leave purchase scheme Enhanced pension contribution Enhanced family-friendly benefits Employee assistance and financial wellbeing support Volunteering opportunities and charity initiatives Regular team events and recognition programmes Lifestyle benefits including cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes Genuine opportunity to help shape and grow a developing Bristol practice Interested in finding out more? I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation to discuss the team, the work and what makes this opportunity different from other construction roles currently on the market. 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 22, 2026
Full time
Opportunity: Construction Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor (4+ Years PQE) Location: Bristol (Hybrid & Flexible Working) Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus Opportunity: Not every construction opportunity offers the chance to join a growing office, work alongside a highly respected partner hire from a leading Bristol practice and help shape the future of a developing team within an established international firm. This opportunity does. An award-winning international law firm is looking to appoint a Construction Associate or Senior Associate to join its expanding Bristol team. The firm has built an excellent reputation across the UK and internationally, earning consistent recognition in both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, while maintaining a collaborative, approachable culture where people are supported to develop and succeed. This is an exciting time to join. The Bristol office continues to grow steadily and strategically, with significant investment in the construction offering. You'll work closely with an experienced Construction Partner on a broad range of high-quality matters, gaining exposure to excellent clients while having the opportunity to make a real impact on the future growth of the team. Whether you're feeling ready for more responsibility, looking for a broader mix of work or simply interested in joining a firm where you can build a long-term career, this is a role that offers genuine opportunity. What You Will Be Doing: You'll advise a diverse client base across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters, working alongside experienced colleagues on complex, high-value and commercially focused instructions. The role offers excellent variety and the opportunity to develop your expertise across the full spectrum of construction law. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters Drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction contracts and related documentation Supporting clients on development, infrastructure and commercial projects Advising on disputes through negotiation, adjudication, mediation, arbitration and litigation Building and maintaining strong client relationships Working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple practice areas and offices Supporting the continued growth and success of the Bristol construction team What We Are Looking For Qualified Solicitor or Lawyer with 4+ years PQE in construction law Experience of contentious and non-contentious construction work or an interest in developing expertise across both areas Strong technical skills and commercial awareness Excellent communication and client relationship skills A collaborative and proactive approach Ambition to develop your career within a growing and highly regarded team What Is in It for You? Private healthcare and wellbeing support Enhanced annual leave + your birthday off Additional leave purchase scheme Enhanced pension contribution Enhanced family-friendly benefits Employee assistance and financial wellbeing support Volunteering opportunities and charity initiatives Regular team events and recognition programmes Lifestyle benefits including cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes Genuine opportunity to help shape and grow a developing Bristol practice Interested in finding out more? I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation to discuss the team, the work and what makes this opportunity different from other construction roles currently on the market. 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.
Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Warrington Location: Warrington, WA1 (Ideally able to come to office from time to time but fully remote will be considered). Salary: £20.74 per hour. Full Time Monday to Friday 37 hours. Contract: Up to 30th September 2026 possibly beyond. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Operating in the field of adult social care law, with education experience an advantage, you will support the lawyers in this area. The post involves assisting them with preparation work for advocacy in the Court of Protection, the Special Educational Needs Tribunal and other tribunals. KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: Under the guidance of the Legal Services Manager (and senior colleagues): The postholder must carry out the duties with full regard to the Council s Corporate Plan, the Corporate Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Social Inclusion Strategy. To provide legal advice and guidance to Client Departments of the Council as and when required. To represent the Legal Services Manager at both internal and external meetings as and when required. To provide advice and guidance, where appropriate, under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or solicitors from the Specialist Team, on adult s safeguarding, education and associated matters, including, education prosecutions, criminal injuries compensation and disclosure of information to third parties. To attend court / tribunal with fee earners and/or counsel as required. To be involved in the management of Council projects as part of the appropriate specialist team. To be occasionally involved in the management of high profile and complex safeguarding matters under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or Solicitors from the Specialist Team. To be involved in the management of litigation and other proceedings involving the Council including preparation of court and tribunal documents, managing external lawyers including counsel, liaising with courts and tribunals, liaising with external parties in litigation including opposing legal advisers, experts and witnesses and working with internal clients involved in proceedings. To manage external lawyers involved in proceedings or providing other advice, guidance and assistance and to liaise with other council officers and departments in the delivery of advice, proceedings, statutory and contract documentation, and the development of Council policies. To undertake other legal work as appropriate including legal research drafting of legal documents. To provide regular support to the Legal Services Manager (Safeguarding) and occasional support to the Director of Law and Governance. To undertake such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of this post including undertaking work to support the other fee earners in the Safeguarding Team, the Corporate Team and occasionally other teams in Legal & Democratic Services as and when required. This may include working away from the normal location of work and working outside of normal office hours. To provide occasional supervision to Legal Apprentices and members of the Legal and Democratic Business Support Team as appropriate. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Liam Heddle on (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Seasonal
Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Warrington Location: Warrington, WA1 (Ideally able to come to office from time to time but fully remote will be considered). Salary: £20.74 per hour. Full Time Monday to Friday 37 hours. Contract: Up to 30th September 2026 possibly beyond. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Operating in the field of adult social care law, with education experience an advantage, you will support the lawyers in this area. The post involves assisting them with preparation work for advocacy in the Court of Protection, the Special Educational Needs Tribunal and other tribunals. KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: Under the guidance of the Legal Services Manager (and senior colleagues): The postholder must carry out the duties with full regard to the Council s Corporate Plan, the Corporate Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Social Inclusion Strategy. To provide legal advice and guidance to Client Departments of the Council as and when required. To represent the Legal Services Manager at both internal and external meetings as and when required. To provide advice and guidance, where appropriate, under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or solicitors from the Specialist Team, on adult s safeguarding, education and associated matters, including, education prosecutions, criminal injuries compensation and disclosure of information to third parties. To attend court / tribunal with fee earners and/or counsel as required. To be involved in the management of Council projects as part of the appropriate specialist team. To be occasionally involved in the management of high profile and complex safeguarding matters under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or Solicitors from the Specialist Team. To be involved in the management of litigation and other proceedings involving the Council including preparation of court and tribunal documents, managing external lawyers including counsel, liaising with courts and tribunals, liaising with external parties in litigation including opposing legal advisers, experts and witnesses and working with internal clients involved in proceedings. To manage external lawyers involved in proceedings or providing other advice, guidance and assistance and to liaise with other council officers and departments in the delivery of advice, proceedings, statutory and contract documentation, and the development of Council policies. To undertake other legal work as appropriate including legal research drafting of legal documents. To provide regular support to the Legal Services Manager (Safeguarding) and occasional support to the Director of Law and Governance. To undertake such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of this post including undertaking work to support the other fee earners in the Safeguarding Team, the Corporate Team and occasionally other teams in Legal & Democratic Services as and when required. This may include working away from the normal location of work and working outside of normal office hours. To provide occasional supervision to Legal Apprentices and members of the Legal and Democratic Business Support Team as appropriate. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Liam Heddle on (url removed)
We are looking for a Litigator to join our small, high-impact team dealing with a growing portfolio of international strategic climate and nature litigation. This is an opportunity to work on ground-breaking and precedent-setting litigation with real-world environmental impact. About Us and Our Litigation Projects We are a small ambitious UK-registered charity which undertakes projects that protect and restore wild landscapes, helping to provide a future for all life on earth. We use the skills and expertise of our multi-disciplinary team (spanning science, law, economics, technology and culture) to develop projects that protect and restore wild, natural landscapes. We have two ongoing litigation programmes: Through the Forest Litigation Collaborative (FLC) we use litigation and quasi-legal actions to protect forest ecosystems, including combating the rise of forest biomass energy and its wrongful treatment as a 'zero-carbon' energy source. This involves collaborating with local NGOs and lawyers across the globe, whilst engaging in legal thinking spanning policy, public law, corporate law, consumer law and other areas, in order to develop and execute the most effective strategy possible. Our Litigation for Nature (LFN) project uses litigation to protect wild ecosystems or components thereof, while simultaneously promoting the restoration of these wild ecosystems where they no longer exist or are in a poor state. Continuing to fight against systemic threats to keystone species is an important focus and the successful candidate will contribute to developing our new Litigation for Nature strategy. Job Purpose and Key Responsibilities You will report to our Managing Lawyer for Litigation, Nola Donachie, and support her in the day-to-day delivery of our current and future litigation projects. This will involve: Supporting the day-to-day management of legal challenges, including tracking deadlines, coordinating with external counsel and partner NGOs, handling correspondence and joining calls. Contributing to substantive legal drafting such as pre-action correspondence, legal submissions, and formal complaints to various authorities. Conducting legal research and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of key UK and EU legislation and policy relevant to strategic litigation. Analysing legislative and policy developments, contributing to consultation responses, and support on producing technical guidance for NGOs. Collaborating with partner NGOs to monitor developments and identify strategic litigation opportunities. Assisting Nola and our Director of Legal (Elsie Blackshaw) to develop litigation strategy and identify new opportunities, including funding opportunities. Contributing to external engagement, including press coverage, presentations, events, and written outputs (e.g. blogs). Task-managing trainees and volunteers within the litigation team. Supporting litigation-related reporting, including for funders. For further information, please download the document below. Salary and Benefits: Full-time, permanent position with a UK salary of £45,000 - £53,000 per annum Title and salary will be determined based on experience. Salary may be reduced for those not residing in the UK to reflect local cost of living and cost of employment Performance based annual salary increases available Flexible working can be agreed with the successful candidate, as can temporary international remote work outside country of residence Benefits including 36 days' annual leave (28 not including public holidays), expenses paid annual Lifescape retreat and two in person staff meetings per year, full pension, remote work and training budgets, and provision of computing equipment. We also subscribe to a 24/7 unlimited Employee Assistance Programme, so there is always someone for you to talk to if you need support. To apply, please email a cover letter and CV (each a maximum of 2 pages) to If you would like to talk to someone about the role before you apply, please contact Sarah in the first instance. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 9 June 2026. First-round interviews are expected to take place virtually on Microsoft Teams w/c 15 June 2026. We may ask candidates to complete a written exercise as part of the interview process. The role will commence on 3 August 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
May 22, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Litigator to join our small, high-impact team dealing with a growing portfolio of international strategic climate and nature litigation. This is an opportunity to work on ground-breaking and precedent-setting litigation with real-world environmental impact. About Us and Our Litigation Projects We are a small ambitious UK-registered charity which undertakes projects that protect and restore wild landscapes, helping to provide a future for all life on earth. We use the skills and expertise of our multi-disciplinary team (spanning science, law, economics, technology and culture) to develop projects that protect and restore wild, natural landscapes. We have two ongoing litigation programmes: Through the Forest Litigation Collaborative (FLC) we use litigation and quasi-legal actions to protect forest ecosystems, including combating the rise of forest biomass energy and its wrongful treatment as a 'zero-carbon' energy source. This involves collaborating with local NGOs and lawyers across the globe, whilst engaging in legal thinking spanning policy, public law, corporate law, consumer law and other areas, in order to develop and execute the most effective strategy possible. Our Litigation for Nature (LFN) project uses litigation to protect wild ecosystems or components thereof, while simultaneously promoting the restoration of these wild ecosystems where they no longer exist or are in a poor state. Continuing to fight against systemic threats to keystone species is an important focus and the successful candidate will contribute to developing our new Litigation for Nature strategy. Job Purpose and Key Responsibilities You will report to our Managing Lawyer for Litigation, Nola Donachie, and support her in the day-to-day delivery of our current and future litigation projects. This will involve: Supporting the day-to-day management of legal challenges, including tracking deadlines, coordinating with external counsel and partner NGOs, handling correspondence and joining calls. Contributing to substantive legal drafting such as pre-action correspondence, legal submissions, and formal complaints to various authorities. Conducting legal research and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of key UK and EU legislation and policy relevant to strategic litigation. Analysing legislative and policy developments, contributing to consultation responses, and support on producing technical guidance for NGOs. Collaborating with partner NGOs to monitor developments and identify strategic litigation opportunities. Assisting Nola and our Director of Legal (Elsie Blackshaw) to develop litigation strategy and identify new opportunities, including funding opportunities. Contributing to external engagement, including press coverage, presentations, events, and written outputs (e.g. blogs). Task-managing trainees and volunteers within the litigation team. Supporting litigation-related reporting, including for funders. For further information, please download the document below. Salary and Benefits: Full-time, permanent position with a UK salary of £45,000 - £53,000 per annum Title and salary will be determined based on experience. Salary may be reduced for those not residing in the UK to reflect local cost of living and cost of employment Performance based annual salary increases available Flexible working can be agreed with the successful candidate, as can temporary international remote work outside country of residence Benefits including 36 days' annual leave (28 not including public holidays), expenses paid annual Lifescape retreat and two in person staff meetings per year, full pension, remote work and training budgets, and provision of computing equipment. We also subscribe to a 24/7 unlimited Employee Assistance Programme, so there is always someone for you to talk to if you need support. To apply, please email a cover letter and CV (each a maximum of 2 pages) to If you would like to talk to someone about the role before you apply, please contact Sarah in the first instance. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 9 June 2026. First-round interviews are expected to take place virtually on Microsoft Teams w/c 15 June 2026. We may ask candidates to complete a written exercise as part of the interview process. The role will commence on 3 August 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Commercial Litigation Paralegal London Hybrid Working A well-regarded law firm in London is looking to add a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to its growing disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal who is looking to gain high-quality experience, strong client exposure and long-term development within a supportive legal environment. The successful Commercial Litigation Paralegal will join a busy and collaborative team handling a broad range of commercial disputes and litigation matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous litigation experience who is looking to build their legal career within a respected London law firm. The firm is known for its professional approach, client-focused service and supportive working culture. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, a strong team environment and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on varied and high-quality matters. The Role The successful Commercial Litigation Paralegal will work closely with solicitors and partners across a broad mix of contentious commercial matters. The work will include supporting on contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, business disputes, partnership disputes, insolvency-related matters, enforcement action and commercial litigation. There will also be exposure to client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, preparing bundles, managing files and assisting with court proceedings. This role would suit someone who enjoys detailed legal work, wants meaningful responsibility and is looking to develop within a busy and well-regarded commercial litigation team. The Commercial Litigation Paralegal The firm is looking for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal with: Previous experience in commercial litigation, civil litigation or disputes A genuine interest in contentious commercial work Strong legal research and drafting skills Excellent attention to detail Good organisation and file management skills Clear client communication skills A proactive, commercial and personable approach A genuine interest in building a career in commercial litigation This could be a particularly good fit for someone currently working as a litigation paralegal who is looking for better training, stronger exposure and the opportunity to join a respected London firm. Equally, it would suit someone with strong disputes experience who is looking to specialise further within commercial litigation. The Firm This is a highly regarded London law firm with a strong reputation across commercial litigation and dispute resolution. The culture is professional, friendly and supportive, with a real emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term development. The team offers varied work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative environment. What's on Offer Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hybrid working High-quality commercial litigation work Strong training and development Excellent client exposure Supportive and collaborative culture Long-term career progression opportunity Apply This is a brilliant opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm, gain excellent hands-on experience and continue building their career in commercial litigation. Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential chat.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Commercial Litigation Paralegal London Hybrid Working A well-regarded law firm in London is looking to add a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to its growing disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal who is looking to gain high-quality experience, strong client exposure and long-term development within a supportive legal environment. The successful Commercial Litigation Paralegal will join a busy and collaborative team handling a broad range of commercial disputes and litigation matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous litigation experience who is looking to build their legal career within a respected London law firm. The firm is known for its professional approach, client-focused service and supportive working culture. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, a strong team environment and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on varied and high-quality matters. The Role The successful Commercial Litigation Paralegal will work closely with solicitors and partners across a broad mix of contentious commercial matters. The work will include supporting on contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, business disputes, partnership disputes, insolvency-related matters, enforcement action and commercial litigation. There will also be exposure to client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, preparing bundles, managing files and assisting with court proceedings. This role would suit someone who enjoys detailed legal work, wants meaningful responsibility and is looking to develop within a busy and well-regarded commercial litigation team. The Commercial Litigation Paralegal The firm is looking for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal with: Previous experience in commercial litigation, civil litigation or disputes A genuine interest in contentious commercial work Strong legal research and drafting skills Excellent attention to detail Good organisation and file management skills Clear client communication skills A proactive, commercial and personable approach A genuine interest in building a career in commercial litigation This could be a particularly good fit for someone currently working as a litigation paralegal who is looking for better training, stronger exposure and the opportunity to join a respected London firm. Equally, it would suit someone with strong disputes experience who is looking to specialise further within commercial litigation. The Firm This is a highly regarded London law firm with a strong reputation across commercial litigation and dispute resolution. The culture is professional, friendly and supportive, with a real emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term development. The team offers varied work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative environment. What's on Offer Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hybrid working High-quality commercial litigation work Strong training and development Excellent client exposure Supportive and collaborative culture Long-term career progression opportunity Apply This is a brilliant opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm, gain excellent hands-on experience and continue building their career in commercial litigation. Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential chat.
Real Estate Disputes Paralegal London Hybrid Working A well-regarded law firm in London is looking to add a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal to its growing property litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal who is looking to gain high-quality experience, strong client exposure and long-term development within a supportive legal environment. The successful Real Estate Disputes Paralegal will join a busy and collaborative team handling a broad range of real estate disputes and property litigation matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous property litigation or disputes experience who is looking to build their legal career within a respected London law firm. The firm is known for its professional approach, client-focused service and supportive working culture. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, a strong team environment and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on varied and high-quality matters. The Role The successful Real Estate Disputes Paralegal will work closely with solicitors and partners across a broad mix of contentious property matters. The work will include supporting on landlord and tenant disputes, lease renewals, possession claims, dilapidations, rent arrears, service charge disputes, boundary disputes, rights of way, forfeiture and other real estate litigation matters. There will also be exposure to client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, preparing bundles, managing files and assisting with court and tribunal proceedings. This role would suit someone who enjoys detailed legal work, wants meaningful responsibility and is looking to develop within a busy and well-regarded real estate disputes team. The Real Estate Disputes Paralegal The firm is looking for a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal with: Previous experience in property litigation, real estate disputes or general litigation A genuine interest in contentious property work Strong legal research and drafting skills Excellent attention to detail Good organisation and file management skills Clear client communication skills A proactive, commercial and personable approach A genuine interest in building a career in real estate disputes law This could be a particularly good fit for someone currently working as a litigation or property paralegal who is looking for better training, stronger exposure and the opportunity to join a respected London firm. Equally, it would suit someone with strong disputes experience who is looking to specialise further within real estate litigation. The Firm This is a highly regarded London law firm with a strong reputation across property and real estate disputes. The culture is professional, friendly and supportive, with a real emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term development. The team offers varied work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative environment. What's on Offer Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hybrid working High-quality real estate disputes work Strong training and development Excellent client exposure Supportive and collaborative culture Long-term career progression opportunity Apply This is a brilliant opportunity for a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm, gain excellent hands-on experience and continue building their career in real estate disputes law. Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential chat.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Real Estate Disputes Paralegal London Hybrid Working A well-regarded law firm in London is looking to add a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal to its growing property litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal who is looking to gain high-quality experience, strong client exposure and long-term development within a supportive legal environment. The successful Real Estate Disputes Paralegal will join a busy and collaborative team handling a broad range of real estate disputes and property litigation matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous property litigation or disputes experience who is looking to build their legal career within a respected London law firm. The firm is known for its professional approach, client-focused service and supportive working culture. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, a strong team environment and the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors on varied and high-quality matters. The Role The successful Real Estate Disputes Paralegal will work closely with solicitors and partners across a broad mix of contentious property matters. The work will include supporting on landlord and tenant disputes, lease renewals, possession claims, dilapidations, rent arrears, service charge disputes, boundary disputes, rights of way, forfeiture and other real estate litigation matters. There will also be exposure to client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, preparing bundles, managing files and assisting with court and tribunal proceedings. This role would suit someone who enjoys detailed legal work, wants meaningful responsibility and is looking to develop within a busy and well-regarded real estate disputes team. The Real Estate Disputes Paralegal The firm is looking for a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal with: Previous experience in property litigation, real estate disputes or general litigation A genuine interest in contentious property work Strong legal research and drafting skills Excellent attention to detail Good organisation and file management skills Clear client communication skills A proactive, commercial and personable approach A genuine interest in building a career in real estate disputes law This could be a particularly good fit for someone currently working as a litigation or property paralegal who is looking for better training, stronger exposure and the opportunity to join a respected London firm. Equally, it would suit someone with strong disputes experience who is looking to specialise further within real estate litigation. The Firm This is a highly regarded London law firm with a strong reputation across property and real estate disputes. The culture is professional, friendly and supportive, with a real emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term development. The team offers varied work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative environment. What's on Offer Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hybrid working High-quality real estate disputes work Strong training and development Excellent client exposure Supportive and collaborative culture Long-term career progression opportunity Apply This is a brilliant opportunity for a Real Estate Disputes Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm, gain excellent hands-on experience and continue building their career in real estate disputes law. Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential chat.
About the Role Our Casualty team provides a full and expert defendant litigation service, acting across both public and private sector clients on a wide range of public liability (PL) and employers' liability (EL) claims. The team is recognised for delivering high-quality, pragmatic legal support across both core and specialist casualty work, including support on fraud-related matters. We operate nationally, supporting a broad client base across commercial insurance and public sector work, and pride ourselves on delivering a consistent, well-resourced and client-focused service. We are currently seeking a Solicitor or CILEX-qualified Lawyer (2-4 years' PQE) to join our Sports team in Leeds. Working within this specialist team, you will manage a varied caseload under appropriate supervision, handling claims efficiently and delivering commercial, practical outcomes for clients. You will also support Partners and Senior Lawyers in defending a range of claims, often high value and high profile, involving sports governing bodies, athletes, clubs and insurers. Responsibilities will include disclosure and document review (including e-discovery), drafting witness statements, conducting legal and factual research, preparing instructions to Counsel and experts, producing client reports, attending court hearings and client meetings, and responding to correspondence and enquiries in a timely and professional manner. This list is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role. About You You will have previous experience and a genuine interest in this area of work. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: A proven track record in EL/PL personal injury claims and a solid understanding of negligence and health & safety law Experience in managing sports-related claims (desirable) An interest in sport and sports-related litigation Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules Experience with disclosure exercises and document review Ability to draft witness statements, instructions and client reports Strong analytical skills Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and team working abilities Effective time management and organisational skills If you meet the criteria and are looking for a role where you can develop your expertise and contribute to a dynamic team, we would be pleased to hear from you.
May 22, 2026
Full time
About the Role Our Casualty team provides a full and expert defendant litigation service, acting across both public and private sector clients on a wide range of public liability (PL) and employers' liability (EL) claims. The team is recognised for delivering high-quality, pragmatic legal support across both core and specialist casualty work, including support on fraud-related matters. We operate nationally, supporting a broad client base across commercial insurance and public sector work, and pride ourselves on delivering a consistent, well-resourced and client-focused service. We are currently seeking a Solicitor or CILEX-qualified Lawyer (2-4 years' PQE) to join our Sports team in Leeds. Working within this specialist team, you will manage a varied caseload under appropriate supervision, handling claims efficiently and delivering commercial, practical outcomes for clients. You will also support Partners and Senior Lawyers in defending a range of claims, often high value and high profile, involving sports governing bodies, athletes, clubs and insurers. Responsibilities will include disclosure and document review (including e-discovery), drafting witness statements, conducting legal and factual research, preparing instructions to Counsel and experts, producing client reports, attending court hearings and client meetings, and responding to correspondence and enquiries in a timely and professional manner. This list is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role. About You You will have previous experience and a genuine interest in this area of work. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: A proven track record in EL/PL personal injury claims and a solid understanding of negligence and health & safety law Experience in managing sports-related claims (desirable) An interest in sport and sports-related litigation Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules Experience with disclosure exercises and document review Ability to draft witness statements, instructions and client reports Strong analytical skills Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and team working abilities Effective time management and organisational skills If you meet the criteria and are looking for a role where you can develop your expertise and contribute to a dynamic team, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Release is seeking to appoint a Supervising Solicitor for Community Care with genuine flexibility for part time or full time working to help shape and expand our legal services at the intersection of social justice and community care law. This role is particularly well suited to candidates seeking reduced hours , portfolio careers, or a position that allows for balance alongside caring responsibilities, or other commitments . The successful candidate will join a values driven organisation delivering high quality casework, innovative community based legal services, and strategic litigation aimed at systemic change. Person Specification Essential Minimum 4 years + post qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate, and Minimum 3 years + substantial experience in legal aid casework, supervision and/or compliance, and Minimum 1 year + experience of supervising others, and Experience in public law, housing law, and/or community care law within legal aid practice, and Strong commitment to social justice, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice. Approved legal aid supervisor with the Legal Aid Agency. Desirable Experience working in a charity or non-profit organisation. Experience supporting or contributing to strategic litigation or test case work. Understanding of the impact of drug policy and criminalisation on marginalised communities. Experience in developing new services, partnerships, or funding-linked delivery models. Important notice: For this job, Release will only consider applications from those who already have the right to live and work in the UK. See the Home Office Immigration & Nationality Directorate for information on the UK Government's immigration policy. About the Role The Supervising Solicitor for Community Care Legal Aid is a key role in shaping and strengthening Release s legal services. Working closely with the Joint Head of Legal Services and Executive Director, and in collaboration with other colleagues, you will supervise the delivery of high-quality legal advice and representation, supporting the growth of legal aid practice whilst ensuring Release continues to train and develop social justice lawyers for the future. We are looking for an experienced legal aid practitioner who is strongly committed to social justice and the legal rights of marginalised communities, and who wants to build leadership experience in a movement-led organisation. The role will combine hands-on practice, leadership, supervision and compliance responsibilities. Please note: We do not expect the postholder to generate legal aid income at a multiple of their salary. While we do aim to grow legal aid income across the team to an initial target of £15,000 £25,000 per annum, the focus of this role is on developing high quality legal aid practice and building sustainable income collectively, as part of a mixed income organisational model. As Supervising Solicitor for Community Care Legal Aid, you will: • Support Strategic Development: Contribute to developing the direction and priorities of Release s legal services, including expanding legal aid work and strengthening access to justice. • Provide Practice Supervision: Support a multidisciplinary team of solicitors, legal advisers and volunteers to deliver excellent, trauma-informed legal support. Support and mentor team members on how to adhere to legal aid file compliance, time recording and CCMS applications. • Ensure Quality and Compliance: Help ensure consistent regulatory compliance and quality assurance across legal casework, including legal aid requirements. • Strengthen and Grow Services: Help develop and improve legal service delivery models, including responding to emerging needs and client priorities. • Contribute to Systemic Change: Support Release s wider mission by helping connect legal services with policy, research, and advocacy work. This role is ideal for someone with legal aid expertise and management potential, who wants to take a meaningful step into leadership whilst continuing to centre client care, justice and harm reduction.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Release is seeking to appoint a Supervising Solicitor for Community Care with genuine flexibility for part time or full time working to help shape and expand our legal services at the intersection of social justice and community care law. This role is particularly well suited to candidates seeking reduced hours , portfolio careers, or a position that allows for balance alongside caring responsibilities, or other commitments . The successful candidate will join a values driven organisation delivering high quality casework, innovative community based legal services, and strategic litigation aimed at systemic change. Person Specification Essential Minimum 4 years + post qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate, and Minimum 3 years + substantial experience in legal aid casework, supervision and/or compliance, and Minimum 1 year + experience of supervising others, and Experience in public law, housing law, and/or community care law within legal aid practice, and Strong commitment to social justice, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice. Approved legal aid supervisor with the Legal Aid Agency. Desirable Experience working in a charity or non-profit organisation. Experience supporting or contributing to strategic litigation or test case work. Understanding of the impact of drug policy and criminalisation on marginalised communities. Experience in developing new services, partnerships, or funding-linked delivery models. Important notice: For this job, Release will only consider applications from those who already have the right to live and work in the UK. See the Home Office Immigration & Nationality Directorate for information on the UK Government's immigration policy. About the Role The Supervising Solicitor for Community Care Legal Aid is a key role in shaping and strengthening Release s legal services. Working closely with the Joint Head of Legal Services and Executive Director, and in collaboration with other colleagues, you will supervise the delivery of high-quality legal advice and representation, supporting the growth of legal aid practice whilst ensuring Release continues to train and develop social justice lawyers for the future. We are looking for an experienced legal aid practitioner who is strongly committed to social justice and the legal rights of marginalised communities, and who wants to build leadership experience in a movement-led organisation. The role will combine hands-on practice, leadership, supervision and compliance responsibilities. Please note: We do not expect the postholder to generate legal aid income at a multiple of their salary. While we do aim to grow legal aid income across the team to an initial target of £15,000 £25,000 per annum, the focus of this role is on developing high quality legal aid practice and building sustainable income collectively, as part of a mixed income organisational model. As Supervising Solicitor for Community Care Legal Aid, you will: • Support Strategic Development: Contribute to developing the direction and priorities of Release s legal services, including expanding legal aid work and strengthening access to justice. • Provide Practice Supervision: Support a multidisciplinary team of solicitors, legal advisers and volunteers to deliver excellent, trauma-informed legal support. Support and mentor team members on how to adhere to legal aid file compliance, time recording and CCMS applications. • Ensure Quality and Compliance: Help ensure consistent regulatory compliance and quality assurance across legal casework, including legal aid requirements. • Strengthen and Grow Services: Help develop and improve legal service delivery models, including responding to emerging needs and client priorities. • Contribute to Systemic Change: Support Release s wider mission by helping connect legal services with policy, research, and advocacy work. This role is ideal for someone with legal aid expertise and management potential, who wants to take a meaningful step into leadership whilst continuing to centre client care, justice and harm reduction.