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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.

Knowledge & Innovation Lawyer - UK Corporate Transactions Location: LondonContract: Permanent A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Knowledge & Innovation Lawyer to join its global Knowledge & Innovation (K&I) function, with a specific focus on UK corporate transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for a corporate lawyer who enjoys working at the intersection of legal expertise, knowledge management, and innovation within a dynamic, global professional services environment. The Role Working as an embedded member of the global K&I team, you will act as a resident knowledge expert for UK corporate and M&A matters, supporting lawyers across the practice with high-quality legal content, know-how, training, and innovation initiatives. You will work closely with practice leaders and stakeholders to enhance efficiency, consistency, and value delivery for both lawyers and clients. Key Responsibilities Create, develop, and maintain model documents, precedents, forms, checklists, and other substantive legal content for UK corporate and M&A work. Ensure knowledge resources are current, practical, and easily accessible via internal systems and platforms. Provide legal, market, and practical expertise, including collecting and analysing transaction data for benchmarking, post-deal reviews, and market insights. Monitor key legal and regulatory developments and support the preparation of client alerts and updates. Contribute to internal and external training initiatives, including associate and trainee training, client workshops, and firmwide programmes. Collaborate with the K&I team on innovation and efficiency initiatives, including legal technology solutions such as GenAI tools, document automation, and AI-enabled due diligence processes. Support business development activity through thought leadership, client seminars, and pitch support. Participate actively in global K&I team collaboration and best-practice sharing. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor. 6+ years' PQE gained at a leading City or international law firm with a strong corporate practice. Strong experience advising on UK corporate and private M&A transactions, ideally including private equity and venture capital matters. Previous experience in a Knowledge Lawyer / PSL role is preferred but not essential. Genuine enthusiasm for knowledge-sharing, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Interest in legal technology, innovation, AI, and modern legal service delivery. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with partners and senior lawyers. Why Apply? Join a highly regarded global Knowledge & Innovation team with real influence across the firm. Work closely with leading corporate practitioners on complex, high-value matters. Develop your career in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. Opportunity to shape how knowledge and technology support legal excellence and client service. If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to have a confidential discussion, please get in touch Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Legal Counsel Hybrid South Wales Competitive Salary + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join a fast-growing international business operating within the compliance, sustainability and risk management space. Backed by private equity investment, the organisation has experienced significant growth through acquisition and continues to expand its global footprint across the UK and North America. The business supports organisations operating in highly regulated and complex industries, providing a broad range of compliance-led and advisory solutions. This role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative in-house legal and compliance function within a business undergoing continued transformation and growth. The Opportunity Reporting into the General Counsel, you will provide commercially focused legal advice across a diverse group of businesses, partnering closely with stakeholders across multiple functions and brands. The role is primarily UK-focused, although there may be opportunities to gain exposure to international legal matters over time, particularly in North America. This is an ideal opportunity for a lawyer looking to broaden their in-house experience within a fast-paced and evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Advising the wider business on a broad range of commercial legal matters Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, supplier contracts and NDAs Supporting stakeholders across multiple business units and functions Assisting with company secretarial and corporate governance matters across the group structure Supporting on data protection and privacy-related matters Assisting with intellectual property, trademarks and brand protection issues Managing ad hoc legal queries and supporting wider business projects Liaising with external counsel where specialist support is required Providing pragmatic, solutions-focused legal guidance to minimise commercial risk About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales Ideally 2-4 years' PQE, although applications outside of this range will also be considered Strong background in commercial contracts and general commercial law Excellent drafting and negotiation skills Able to provide practical, business-focused legal advice Comfortable building relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the business Organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities Prior in-house experience is beneficial but not essential Why Apply? Opportunity to join a growing private equity-backed international business Broad commercial role with excellent exposure across the organisation Supportive and collaborative legal team Opportunity for longer-term international exposure Hybrid working environment with flexibility Modern office environment with on-site parking Strong benefits package and long-term development opportunities Package & Benefits Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in office) Enhanced annual leave Pension contribution Healthcare cash plan Life assurance Learning & development support Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Solicitor ready to make that step in to a great in house role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Nicole Smith on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Family & Children Solicitor Director (x2)- Milton Keynes Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. 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. Family & Children Department Background: Our client's family department is ranked and recognized by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. The family team includes practitioners who have achieved the Law Society's Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring their clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. In addition, our client's Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Report directly to the Board and collaborate to ensure performance targets are achieved. Managing and overseeing complex family matters Responsible for all aspects of Family work including divorce, financial disputes and remedies; international elements of child abduction/ adoption; injunctions/ non molestation orders and providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Family law matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying 3 Years+ PQE Accreditation required: Family Law Panel, Resolution Specialist, or ICACU panel. Experienced Family Law Solicitor with a proven track record in managing complex and sensitive child abduction cases. Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Family Law issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Comprehensive knowledge of publicly funded family law, with the capability to effectively manage privately funded cases. Excellent client care and advocacy skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business 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. We are seeking experienced Solicitors, with opportunities available in London and across the UK. Salary (NQ-3PQE) : £40,000-£45,000 p.a., based on experience Panel-Accredited Salary: £50,000 p.a. 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.

A rare and exciting role has arisen within a Legal 500 Manchester law firm for an Immigration Solicitor with a focus on Sports and Media. My client is a market leader who is hoping to bring a NQ to 4 years PQE Solicitor into a sought-after sector. have experience within Immigration, having worked on a variety of immigration and visa cases. Experience within Sports and Media is of course desired - however, this is not essential for the role. Key Responsibilities Handle casework encompassing both individual and corporate immigration matters, with a specific focus on applications under the employment categories of the Points Based System Stay updated on revisions to Home Office policies and procedures Advise clients on settlement and British citizenship applications Click on the link to apply or contact George Beard at G2 Legal for more information.