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Role: Professional Negligence Solicitor - Manchester Gemini Recruitment is working with a large, well-established law firm with a strong national presence. The firm advises corporate clients and private individuals across 25+ practice areas from offices in London and throughout England and Wales. It is consistently recognised as a top-tier practice by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. The firm also holds Investors in People Gold, LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001:2013 accreditations and is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Department Background: Recognised for excellence across Professional Negligence, Commercial Litigation, Contentious Probate and General Litigation, the department handles complex, high-value disputes for claimants and defendants, including individuals, companies, charities and professional firms. In this role, you will manage a varied caseload of professional negligence claims. You will work closely with senior lawyers on strategic, high-profile matters, many of which proceed in the High Court and Court of Appeal. The team is known for its proactive, commercially focused approach, and you will be encouraged to take early responsibility and contribute to business development. This opportunity suits a driven litigator with strong analytical skills, excellent client care, and a genuine interest in professional negligence work. A supportive, collaborative environment and clear progression prospects await the right candidate. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director You will be professional with a pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs. You will be responsible for all aspects of Professional negligence work, Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members. You will be attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases. Dealing with correspondence and managing a challenging case-load of clients' matters from inception to completion. Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence and attending conferences and court. You will be maintaining accurate time costing procedures. You will be implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly. Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Qualified solicitor with experience in handling complex professional negligence claims and complex disputes Strong litigation and dispute resolution skill Excellent negotiation abilities Client-focused with a commitment to delivering outstanding service Committed team player and adapts well to new challenges Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters sensitively 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 publically funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases. Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills - Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills. This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Role: Senior Litigation Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Birmingham Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Litigation Solicitors (3+ PQE) for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Litigation Department background: Our client's Litigation department assist with a wide range of challenging and complex property dispute matters. Their team advise a broad range of clients including institutional landlords, developers and private individuals. The specialist practitioners understand the complexities of both commercial and residential disputes from all perspectives and ensure that the advice given is tailored to the specific needs of their clients. Our client has expertise in the following areas: Landlords and tenant disputes Dilapidations Property Disrepair Party Wall and Boundary Disputes Professional Negligence Right of Way disputes Construction Disputes Ownership of Property Disputes Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director 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: 3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of various Litigation work, including court representation (essential) 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 This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. 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. If this sounds of interest apply now for one of our agents to contact you. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company.

Role: Contentious Probate Litigation Solicitor (NQ - 5+PQE) Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Litigation Department Background: Our client's litigation team 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 The 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. Their Litigation team is equipped to take swift action to protect our client's interests and offer the best representation for any court action. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Responsible for all aspects of Contentious Probate Litigation work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Contentious Probate Litigation cases including: Inheritance Dependants Act 1975 claims; Proprietary estoppel claims; Will disputes - challenging Wills on the basis of capacity; duress and forgery; Removing Executors in their roles for failure to administer the estate; Devastavit claims. Undertaking your own advocacy 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 Skills Required Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 2-4 years of proven experience in Wills and Probate law Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators is an advantage 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 publically funded Litigation work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Litigation related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. What's on Offer: Competitive salary package Supportive team environment Clear opportunities for career growth Hybrid working in line with company policy Our Commitment: We value diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve. Our recruitment process complies with GDPR and all relevant laws. CRB/DBS checks will confirm your UK work eligibility and role suitability. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading agency specialising in legal placements across the UK. We work closely with Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals, and Legal Support Staff, offering deep insight into opportunities in the legal market.

Associate Solicitor Litigation & Commercial Law Manchester 50,000 - 60,000 3 years PQE The opportunity We are working exclusively with a well-regarded boutique corporate advisory practice to appoint an Associate Solicitor into their Manchester office. This is a rare opportunity to join a firm that combines genuine technical depth with a refreshingly commercial, client-focused culture. The firm acts for a sophisticated client base spanning corporates, SMEs, investors, property developers, trustees, and high-net-worth private clients - both in the UK and internationally. They are known for delivering complex instructions with precision, discretion, and sound commercial judgment. The role You will join one of three specialist teams - New Issuance, Commercial, or Civil Litigation - working at associate level with genuine autonomy from day one. You will manage your own caseload, maintain strong client relationships, supervise and mentor junior team members, and take active ownership of billing and matter progression. Day-to-day responsibilities Run matters independently end to end Draft bills and maintain billing targets Manage Work in Progress (WIP) effectively Provide timely, clear client updates Supervise and guide paralegals Improve templates and internal processes Support business development and networking About you Qualified Solicitor, 2-3 years PQE Debt litigation background preferred Experience supervising junior staff Strong organisational and time management skills Clear, confident communication style Commercially minded and proactive Team-oriented with a collaborative approach What's on offer 50,000 - 60,000 base salary OTE bonus scheme Hands-on mentoring & development Clear career progression pathway Company pension & life insurance Additional annual leave On-site parking Store discount & company events Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Corporate Senior Associate or Legal Director to join this boutique law firm that acts as the legal arm of a wider group of companies, and one of the most active deal makers in the market. You will, in essence, be acting as an In-House Corporate Solicitor / Legal Director, working on behalf of the group of companies, and dealing with transactional corporate work, including mergers, acquisitions, capital markets and private equity matters. You will ideally be a 6+ PQE Corporate Solicitor with experience at a regional or national Legal 500 practice. The key aspect of this role is the ability to deal with your own caseload, so experience of dealing with transactions from start to finish is key, whilst supervising junior solicitors & paralegals will be essential. The majority of transactions that they deal with are in the £3million > £15million bracket, with some larger-scale matters ranging up to £50million. Due to the structure of the organisation, no business development is needed, and there is plenty of work available, as work is available in droves from the group of compamines. The office is based in central Manchester, with hybrid working available, plus the scope to develop and progress your career quickly, as this boutique practice has ambitious growth plans. For more information on this opportunity, please contact Nick Skelly for a confidential chat.

We are looking for legal experts to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of legal reasoning- a completed or in progress law degree is required. We are interested in a wide range of expertise, so relevant backgrounds include: corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and privacy law, contract law, securities law, bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex legal problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) A completed or in progress law degree is required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.57 per hour Work Location: Remote