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Litigation Lawyer Ellisons is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to join the Dispute Resolution Team on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Chelmsford, Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial Litigation Lawyer to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career within one of the region's leading law firms. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, health and wellbeing support, life cover and income protection. . About the role: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, working with an established client base and longstanding relationships across the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and proactive lawyer with a strong background in litigation to further develop their career within a Top 200 UK law firm. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of commercial and civil litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions tailored to clients' needs. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional levels of service. Support business development initiatives and help expand the firm's presence and offering. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Maintain high standards of technical expertise, professionalism, and client care. About you: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have some experience in property litigation, with the opportunity to develop into a specialist role, potentially from a generalist litigation background, with the confidence to manage your own caseload effectively. You will be motivated, proactive, and commercially aware, with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service and building long-term client relationships. You will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, together with a flair for business development and networking. Organised and driven, you will enjoy working collaboratively and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards and delivering outstanding client care is essential. About Ellisons: Ellisons is a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms. With over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership, we have built a reputation for trusted advice, exceptional client service, and long-standing relationships. As proud members of the Alliott Global Alliance, we combine strong regional roots with international reach, providing outstanding opportunities for both our clients and our people. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Litigation Lawyer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.

Personal Injury Lawyer (Claimant) Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid) Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Part-time considered) Salary: Competitive and negotiable depending on experience and qualifications We are working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Leeds that is looking to appoint a Personal Injury Lawyer to join its growing claimant team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected practice with a strong reputation in personal injury work, handling a varied caseload from initial instruction through to settlement. The Role The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of predominantly Employer Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims, alongside some RTA and disease matters. The role will involve progressing files from inception to settlement, maintaining regular communication with clients and third parties, and ensuring a high standard of client care throughout the claims process. Responsibilities will include: Managing a mixed caseload of pre- and post-litigated personal injury matters Drafting legal documents including MOJ Portal submissions, witness statements, schedules of loss and correspondence Liaising with clients, medical professionals and third parties Reviewing and responding to correspondence and emails efficiently Ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, protocols and service standards Working towards individual and team targets Supporting business development and marketing initiatives where appropriate About You Applications are welcomed from candidates with approximately 1-7 years' PQE or equivalent experience within claimant personal injury. The ideal candidate will have: Strong experience managing personal injury caseloads independently Solid litigation experience, ideally including EL and PL matters Good working knowledge of the MOJ Pre-Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules Excellent client care and communication skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload A professional and proactive approach An interest in contributing to wider business development initiatives Benefits The firm offers a competitive benefits package including: Annual bonus scheme Generous holiday entitlement with additional long service benefits Employee Assistance Programme Life assurance Travel loan scheme Regular social events Flexible and agile hybrid working environment Strong focus on work-life balance Applications from candidates seeking part-time hours will also be considered.

Litigation Lawyer - Ellisons is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to join the Dispute Resolution Team on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Chelmsford, Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial Litigation Lawyer to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career click apply for full job details

Our client is looking for a talented, friendly and enthusiastic individual to join their team. The role can be full or part-time and is office based. You will be working as a Team Assistant within a Litigation team. If you have previous experience working as a Legal Secretary, Secretary, Team Assistant or Administrator in a legal environment this role could be exactly what you re looking for! What will your responsibilities be? • Dealing with the administrative aspects of the matter from file opening to file closing to include all compliance, file organisation and record keeping, billing, key dates, write offs, credit control matters, payment requests, archiving. • Transcribing dictation. • Scanning and allocating post. Notifying lawyers of all incoming communications. • Management of outgoing paper-based post. • Management of electronic documents sent from and to external parties, ensuring documents are downloaded. • Management of document release requests. • Keeping lawyers up to date on the progress of a task(s), communicating always to manage expectations and meet all deadlines. • Extensive diary and inbox management for lawyers. • Assist with office management duties when needed which will include stationery ordering, printing, copying and reception cover during absences. • Taking reception overflow calls and covering for other Team Assistants when absent. • Undertake Department Specific duties where applicable Does your previous experience include: • Experience working within a Legal environment • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office Do you have the following personal skills? • Excellent attention to detail, organisational and communication skills • Great time management skills • Self-motivated, outgoing and proactive • Calm under pressure Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

Candidates must be suitably experienced and proficient in the drafting of social care and public health contracts, advice on the specific legal regimes affecting the procurement of such contracts and the conduct of social care and public health commissioning activity. Part of the role will be the covering of a heavy caseload of such matters in order to cover a period of long term absence and as such, applicants need to have the ability to start such work immediately and complete cases to challenging timescales Senior Commerial Lawyer To provide high quality and solution focused legal services to the City Council, schools and other clients in one of the following teams: Child Protection Commercial Law Property and Regeneration Adult Social Care and Litigation Planning and Regulatory Law To be a senior advisor and representative in an area of legal specialism including complex, high profile and sensitive matters. To be able to provide advice on other legal matters affecting local authorities. To manage and develop lawyers and other fee earners. To support the head of law and legal management team in the management of the service. Main Areas of Responsibility: To undertake a full caseload of complex and often sensitive legal matters within one or more specialisms of the team and dealing with complex and sensitive matters To provide proactive and solution focussed advice that supports the delivery of the council's priorities and policies To manage and develop lawyers and / or other team members within your team ensuring the delivery of high quality and cost-effective legal services To be able to advise on legal matters relevant to public and local government law including on executive and committee decision-making, information governance and public law challenges To advise members and formal member level bodies including Cabinet, Council, committees and overview and scrutiny in respect of the team's specialism and as required by the City Director and / or their Deputy Director To support the City Director of Law & Governance in their role as monitoring officer and in promoting the Nolan Principles in the council and escalating matters as appropriate To externally commission legal work for the Council where required, ensuring value for money and high-quality advice and representation is received To ensure the service, teams and the wider Council is aware of the current and future law and practice affecting the authority To participate in the delivery of projects and programmes in the Legal Service and / or corporately To support the Head of Law with the development of legal procedures and policies To support the Head of Law in the delivery of value for money and income generation in the work of the team To have responsibility to authorise payments from an agreed expenditure budget To deputise for the Head of Law in their absence or as requested To manage lawyers and team members ensuring their performance management and development The job holder will embed diversity and inclusion into the team and Council's working promoting non-discriminatory practices and challenging discriminatory practices at all times To ensure compliance with statutory duties and corporate policies and standards and ensure within team, raising non-compliance including but not limited to health and safety, information governance, financial and procurement regulations This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive, it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing. To carry out other tasks as may reasonably be required Supervision and Management Responsibility: Ensuring activities are planned to include meaningful one to one conversations, quality annual appraisals and regular workforce planning and development Manages performance and behavioural issues effectively Budget and Financial Responsibility: Being fully accountable for managing the council's resources well and complying with statutory requirements. This includes managing time, avoiding unnecessary waste, reuse and recycle resources to reduce personal impact. Monitor financial performance and deliver within budget Monitor financial performance, deliver within budget and seek savings and efficiencies by exploring opportunities to draw funding where appropriate Set, monitor, and remain within budget whilst challenging the team to deliver increased efficiencies Explores different options for funding and income generation Social Value Responsibility: Drive for social value through all activities, ensuring wider social, economic and environmental benefits for the council, residents and communities Physical Demands of the Job: The post holder will be required to use a computer screen and sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time Corporate Responsibility: Contribute to the delivery of the Council Plan Delivering and promoting excellent customer service, externally and internally Commitment to customer excellence by dealing with customer feedback, including complaints, and learning from feedback in the drive for continuous improvement Making the council a great place to work, living the council's values, actively engaging in regular communications including team meetings, undertaking training as required and being responsible for managing own performance Develop the Council's commitment to equal opportunities and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken To ensure that all work functions are undertaken in accordance with health and safety legislation, codes of practice and the Council's safety plan Competency Framework: We operate a competency framework, a set of core behaviours which define how we are expected to approach our work, how we perform in certain situations and how we treat each other. Each competency details the standards of behaviours and skills required by all staff and this in turn supports delivery of our aim and our council plans linking them together with our values. The post holder will be required to demonstrate the ability to perform at the following competency level: Level 2. The competency framework can be found here. Person Specification Assessment methods used: I = Interview, P = Presentation, A = Application, E = Exercise, T = Test, AC = Assessment Centre Qualification and training Essential Qualified solicitor, barrister, FCILEX (in all cases authorised to practice in England & Wales) (A) Must be authorised to conduct litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007 (A) Expert knowledge and understanding of the law and procedure relating to the relevant area of specialism (A/I) Desirable An understanding of public law as it applies to local authorities, including decision making and governance Management training relevant to the seniority and nature of the role Experience Essential Experience of providing complex and specialist legal advice to a local authority or similar organisation (A/I) Experience of the supervision of staff (A/I) Experience of building and maintaining positive relationships with clients (internal and external) and delivering their needs (A/I) To provide legal advice in the team's specialism, including advising and representing the Council in internal and external forums (A/I) To provide risk based and solution focussed advice to clients (I) To work under pressure and with minimal supervision (A/I) To support the delivery and cost effectiveness of legal services through continuous improvement (I) To be able to manage and motivate team members (A/I) A skilled communicator to a range of audiences in writing and verbally (A/I) Desirable Experience of working on projects To work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way To have an understanding of working in a political environment To promote and advance diversity and inclusion and challenge inequality in the service and Council To support the work of the monitoring officer Commitment Essential Experience of working on projects (A/I) To work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way (I) To have an understanding of working in a political environment (I) To promote and advance diversity and inclusion and challenge inequality in the service and Council (A/I) To support the work of the monitoring officer (I) Must be qualified solicitor, barrister, FCILEX (in all cases authorised to practice in England and Wales) and authorised to conduct litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007. Must be experienced and proficient in the drafting of social care and public health contracts, advice on the specific legal regimes affecting the procurement of such contracts, and the conduct of social care and public health commissioning activity.

Senior Litigation Solicitor An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Litigation Solicitor to join a growing and ambitious legal team. This role offers the chance to work on a varied caseload while contributing to the continued growth and success of the department. This position provides excellent long-term career prospects, a supportive working environment, and the opportunity to take on a key role within the team. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters Handle partnership and shareholder disputes Conduct debt recovery matters Advise on landlord and tenant disputes Provide employment law advice Manage contentious probate matters Deal with property-related disputes Build and maintain strong client relationships Support business development activities Supervise and develop junior team members and support staff Requirements Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with a minimum of 3 years' PQE Strong background in civil and commercial litigation Experience handling a broad range of contentious matters Excellent communication, negotiation, and client care skills Ability to manage files independently and work with minimal supervision Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience Flexible working arrangements Supportive and collaborative team culture Strong focus on work-life balance Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development If you are an experienced litigation lawyer looking for the next step in your career, we would be pleased to hear from you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

To provide high quality and solution focused legal services to the City Council, schools and other clients in one of the following teams: Child Protection Commercial Law Property and Regeneration Adult Social Care and Litigation Planning and Regulatory Law To be a senior advisor and representative in an area of legal specialism including complex, high profile and sensitive matters. To be able to provide advice on other legal matters affecting local authorities. To manage and develop lawyers and other fee earners. To support the head of law and legal management team in the management of the service. Directly Responsible For: Lawyers and other team members Trainee Lawyers allocated to the team Directly Responsible To: Head of Law Main Areas of Responsibility: To undertake a full caseload of complex and often sensitive legal matters within one or more specialisms of the team and dealing with complex and sensitive matters To provide proactive and solution focussed advice that supports the delivery of the council's priorities and policies To manage and develop lawyers and / or other team members within your team ensuring the delivery of high quality and cost-effective legal services To be able to advise on legal matters relevant to public and local government law including on executive and committee decision-making, information governance and public law challenges To advise members and formal member level bodies including Cabinet, Council, committees and overview and scrutiny in respect of the team's specialism and as required by the City Director and / or their Deputy Director To support the City Director of Law & Governance in their role as monitoring officer and in promoting the Nolan Principles in the council and escalating matters as appropriate To externally commission legal work for the Council where required, ensuring value for money and high-quality advice and representation is received To ensure the service, teams and the wider Council is aware of the current and future law and practice affecting the authority To participate in the delivery of projects and programmes in the Legal Service and / or corporately To support the Head of Law with the development of legal procedures and policies To support the Head of Law in the delivery of value for money and income generation in the work of the team To have responsibility to authorise payments from an agreed expenditure budget To deputise for the Head of Law in their absence or as requested To manage lawyers and team members ensuring their performance management and development The job holder will embed diversity and inclusion into the team and Council's working promoting non-discriminatory practices and challenging discriminatory practices at all times To ensure compliance with statutory duties and corporate policies and standards and ensure within team, raising non-compliance including but not limited to health and safety, information governance, financial and procurement regulations. Full Time 35 hours per week; 1 day onsite and 4 days WFH

Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor Location: Cardiff Salary: Competitive and negotiable, dependent on PQE and experience The Opportunity An established and growing litigation practice in South Wales is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join its team. This role will particularly appeal to experienced lawyers who feel constrained in their current position and are looking for greater autonomy, influence and long-term professional growth. The position is suited to a confident and well-rounded disputes specialist with experience across a wide range of commercial, property and private client-related disputes. You will be trusted to manage complex matters with minimal supervision, contribute to strategic decision-making, and play an active role in the continued development of the litigation practice. Candidates with the ability to speak or understand Welsh are of particular interest, but this is not an essential requirement as my client offers the opportunity for candidates to learn during working time or attend refresher courses should they wish. The Role You will take responsibility for running your own varied caseload while also working collaboratively on larger or more complex disputes. The work is intellectually varied and client-facing, offering exposure to longstanding clients as well as opportunities to help shape the future direction of the disputes offering. Typical matters will include: Commercial and contractual disputes. Shareholder and partnership disputes. Property litigation (including landlord and tenant and development-related issues). Contentious wills, trusts and estate disputes. Associated advisory and strategic dispute-avoidance work. Key Responsibilities Managing litigation from instruction through to resolution or trial. Drafting pleadings, applications, witness statements and settlement documentation. Advising clients strategically on risk, costs, settlement options and dispute resolution strategy. Conducting ADR and negotiations. Handling interim applications and advocacy where appropriate, and instructing Counsel as required. Building and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships. Contributing to business development and the wider growth of the litigation practice. Experience & Technical Ability Essential Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant post-qualification experience as a commercial litigator (applications recommended from candidates at Senior Associate level, but my client will consider applications from candidates at Associate level with particularly strong commercial litigation experience). Experience across a mix of commercial, property and wills/trusts/estates disputes. Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive matters with minimal supervision. Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills. Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules. Desirable Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers. Active involvement in business development or client relationship management. Welsh language skills (spoken or written) - my client offers the opportunity to undertake courses during working time or to attend refresher courses. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be: Commercially astute and solutions-focused. Confident dealing directly with clients, Counsel and experts. Calm, professional and pragmatic under pressure. Well-organised and comfortable managing competing priorities. Motivated by long-term career development rather than purely short-term metrics. This role would suit a senior commercial litigator who wants greater responsibility, visibility and scope to grow, without the limitations often found in larger or more rigid environments. Candidates who meet the above criteria who would like a confidential chat about this opportunity should contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge on (phone number removed) or via email at .

Opportunity: Property Litigation Lawyer (Up to 5 Years PQE) Location: Exeter (Flexible and Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to 75,000 + Bonus If you're a property litigator who wants better work, more trust and a team that actually feels like a team, this could be worth a chat! This is a chance to join a long-established, highly respected South West firm with a strong litigation reputation and a genuinely interesting caseload. Based in Exeter, the team acts for a broad mix of clients - including landowners, developers, charities, councils, agricultural businesses, landed estates and high-net-worth individuals - so the work is varied, complex and far from routine. They're growing their property litigation offering and are looking for a Property/Commercial Litigation Lawyer from NQ up to around 5 years' PQE to come in and build their experience within a supportive, well-structured team. What You Will Be Doing: You'll pick up a broad range of property-related disputes, including: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Residential landlord and tenant matters (including evolving legislation and challenges in the sector) Boundary disputes, rights of way, covenants and adverse possession Wider property-related contentious work Some exposure to related commercial litigation (including insolvency/debt recovery linked to property matters) It's a proper mixed caseload, with the support around you to develop confidence and depth in your work. What This Looks Like Day-to-Day: You'll run your own matters with trust from day one but you won't be left to sink or swim. The team is collaborative, responsive and used to working across their wider real estate and sector teams, which means a steady flow of good-quality internal referrals alongside growing external instructions. There's also genuine encouragement to explore areas you want to specialise in over time, rather than being boxed into a narrow remit. What We Are Looking For: NQ-5 PQE solicitor with property litigation experience Someone confident managing their own caseload with appropriate support Commercial, practical and good with clients A team player who wants to build relationships internally and externally Interested in developing a long-term career and potentially a niche area of expertise Why This Firm Stands Out: This isn't a place where you're left to figure it out alone but it also isn't overly rigid or hierarchical. You'll get: Real investment in training and development A healthy balance between challenge and support A genuinely collaborative litigation team Encouragement to build your own profile and BD skills A sensible, modern approach to hybrid working High-quality work without the constant pressure cooker environment Benefits: 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days) Hybrid and flexible working (this is built in - the focus is on output and trust, not presenteeism. 2 volunteering days per year Cycle to Work scheme + season ticket loan Medical healthcare Generous pension scheme Enhanced family leave Annual bonus Reduced legal fees Regular social events If you're open to something that feels more balanced, more supported and still interesting workwise, it's worth having a confidential conversation to see if it lines up with what you're looking for! 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.

Top Legal 500 law firm in Leeds are currently seeking an Employment Law Solicitor of 2-5 years PQE. This is your chance to work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. The Firm: Leading law firm with office in West Yorkshire, Midlands and London are recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK are specialists in their fields of Litigation, Employment, Property Litigation and Projects. Responsibilities for this Employment Law Solicitor role: Manage day-to-day caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters Advise on misconduct, sickness absence, grievances, TUPE, and restructures Conduct Employment Tribunal litigation up to hearing stage Draft and negotiate Settlement Agreements Provide advice on industrial relations and strike action Deliver training sessions to clients on employment topics Support partners on complex matters and contribute to business development Desirable experience for this Employment Law Solicitor role: Knowledge of Pensions law and data protection Experience conducting investigations on behalf of clients Person specification for this Employment Law Solicitor role: 2-5 years PQE an an Employment lawyer and admitted to practice within England & Wales Academic background with 2:1 at degree level or equivalent Highly focused Strong technical ability and commercial awareness Excellent communication and client relationship skills Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines Benefits for this Employment Law Solicitor role: Competitive salary to be discussed at interview plus a bonus structure 25 days holiday Private Healthcare Life Assurance Auto enrolment pension If you're an Employment Law Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Victoria at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37797. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Litigation Lawyer Spider is advertising for a a Top 200 UK law firm who are seeking a Litigation Lawyer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis, based in either their Suffolk or Essex offices. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established and highly regarded team, advising a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial matters while developing your career within one of the region's leading law firms. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Employee Benefits: Flexible and hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, mental health and wellbeing support, professional development and leadership coaching, community partnerships, pro bono opportunities, and recognition of personal and professional milestones. About the role: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, working with an established client base and longstanding relationships across the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and proactive lawyer with a strong background in property litigation to further develop their career within a Top 200 UK law firm. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions to clients. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional levels of service. Support business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the Dispute Resolution team. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Maintain high standards of technical expertise, professionalism, and client care. About you: As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have a strong background in property litigation and be confident managing your own caseload. You will be motivated, proactive, and commercially aware, with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service. You will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, alongside a flair for business development and networking. Organised and driven, always ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal requirements. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to achieve positive outcomes for clients and contribute to business development activities that strengthen their reputation within the local community. About Them: They are a Top 200 UK law firm and one of the region's oldest, most established, and fastest-growing firms. With over 280 colleagues and a strong Partnership, they have built a reputation for trusted advice, exceptional client service, and long-standing relationships. They combine strong regional roots with international reach, providing outstanding opportunities for both their clients and their people. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Litigation Lawyer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure all applications are submitted via the apply link only. Should you wish to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager or HR to find out more about the role, Spider can arrange this for you Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser, on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application

The starting salary for this role is £73,317 to £80,576 per annum depending on experience based on a 36 hour working week. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Principal Highways and Planning Solicitor or Lawyer to provide senior-level leadership of our highways and planning legal team and expert legal advice on complex and high value highways and planning matters. Our work is interesting and varied and we work for informed and appreciative client teams. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. As the manager of the team there is an expectation of office presence and bringing the team together in person. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The team sits alongside other teams in the County's Legal Services, supporting the work of the County as Highway Authority and Minerals and Waste Planning Authority. The team draft highways and planning agreements, providing advice on planning and highways enforcement and governance, DCO work, appeals, and related litigation. Our support of officers on enforcement directly benefits residents ensuring that obstruction, encroachment and planning breaches are addressed effectively. About the Role You will lead and manage a team of highways and planning lawyers and be the primary contact for a broad range of legal highways and planning issues to support the Council in the provision of its services. You will provide advice to support Council governance for Highways and Planning matters and provide legal support to Planning & Regulatory Committee. If you consider yourself to be an effective and dynamic individual, with experience of managing and supervising people and the ability to motivate others whilst working in a team, then you will likely be well suited to this role. The role will require experience in the relevant areas of law and the following skills and abilities: Experience of leading Highways and Planning legal work Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to provide strategic, commercially focused and risk-based advice at pace An understanding of local government powers and governance Flexibility to prioritise workloads and provide solutions focused advice Exemplary client care and organisational skills Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial experience of the law and practice in this area (5 years+ PQE or demonstrable equivalent) and eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority Ability to lead and represent Legal Services and deputise for the Assistant Director Experience of managing a team Experience of working with clients at all levels and ability to give clear, accurate and solutions focused advice Ability to take on urgent, and sometimes unfamiliar, matters at short notice Ability to manage competing priorities to achieve client deadlines. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Amanda Scally via email at . This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. This advert closes at 23:59 on 28 June 2026 with interviews to follow. If you are looking for a role which is challenging and interesting with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and employment experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below to submit your application. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this role is £48,698 per annum depending on experience and based on a 36-hour working week. This role is part of our Lawyers Career Scheme providing the opportunity to progress to £60,898 per annum. We have a great opportunity to join our Highways and Planning legal team as a qualified Solicitor or Lawyer. We are looking for a flexible and motivated colleague to join this friendly team. Our work is interesting and varied and we work for informed and appreciative client teams. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. We come together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week). The team are very approachable with regular catch ups when working remotely. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff)Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pensionUp to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The team sits alongside other teams in the County's Legal Services, supporting the work of the County as Highway Authority and Minerals and Waste Planning Authority. The teams lawyers draft highways and planning agreements, providing advice on planning and highways enforcement, DCO work, appeals, and related litigation. We assist with reports to Committee and Cabinet and provide training for client teams. Our support of officers on enforcement directly benefits residents ensuring that obstruction, encroachment and planning breaches are addressed effectively. About the Role As a Lawyer within the Highways and Planning legal team, you will conduct a number of highways and planning agreements, working in a committed and positive way, sometimes to tight deadlines. Other work includes advising on general highways and planning issues, local government matters and have conduct of any related appeals / litigation. You will have the opportunity to join our Lawyers Career Scheme which will allow for accelerated career and salary progression based on performance. You will be supported through training, regular supervision and development plans to continue learning and developing your expertise and so achieve successful progression through the career scheme. Local Authority work involves a wide variety of daily challenges in new and interesting areas, but we will provide support for training to cover areas new to you. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authorityDemonstrate recent and minimum of 2 years of legal experience in the relevant areas of highways and planning lawExperience of working with clients at all levels and have the ability to give clear, accurate and practical adviceEffective team workingAbility to negotiate a range of highways and planning legal agreements and be able to provide practical clear advice on a range of highways and planning mattersAbility to take on urgent, and sometimes unfamiliar, matters at short noticeAbility to manage competing priorities to achieve client deadlinesThis post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. This advert closes at 23:59 on 28th June 2026 with interviews expected to take place in the week commencing 6th July 2026. If you are looking for a role which is both varied and interesting with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and employment experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below to submit your application. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

This permanent role has salary range of £63,823 to £70,099 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join our Highways and Planning legal team as a qualified Senior Solicitor or Lawyer. We are looking for a flexible and motivated colleague to join this friendly team. Our work is interesting and varied and we work for informed and appreciative client teams.The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. We come together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week). The team are very approachable with regular catch ups when working remotely. Our Offer to You26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff)Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pensionUp to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The team sits alongside other teams in the County's Legal Services, supporting the work of the County as Highway Authority and Minerals and Waste Planning Authority. The teams lawyers draft highways and planning agreements, providing advice on planning and highways enforcement, DCO work, appeals, and related litigation. We assist with reports to Committee and Cabinet and provide training for client teams. Our support of officers on enforcement directly benefits residents ensuring that obstruction, encroachment and planning breaches are addressed effectively. About the Role As a Senior Lawyer within the Highways and Planning legal team, you will conduct a number of highways and planning agreements, countryside and highways enforcement and mineral planning advice, working in a committed and positive way, sometimes to tight deadlines. Other work includes advising on general highways and planning issues, local government matters and have conduct of any related appeals / litigation. We work collaboratively with fellow lawyers in our District and Borough legal teams. The person appointed to this post will have conduct of a number of highways and planning agreements, advise clients on highways and countryside laws regulations and enforcement options some high profile, securing significant benefits for Surrey residents. You will advise on general highways and planning issues, planning enforcement, local government law, Commons, Village Greens, Public Rights of Way, drainage and flooding, and have conduct of any related litigation. You will advise Members, particularly Members of the County's Planning and Regulatory Committee. You will deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. The work is fast-paced and key to the delivery of the Council's strategic goals. As a Senior Lawyer, you will have good experience in the relevant areas of law and the following skills and abilities:Negotiating highways and planning agreements; Providing solutions focussed advice on a range of planning and highways mattersDrafting briefs to Counsel;Drafting and servicing highways notices and TROs and advising on DMMOs;Involvement in s78 TCPA 1990 appeals and drafting of related s106 agreements;Supervision of paralegal and solicitor roles;Managing competing priorities to achieve client deadlines;Exemplary client care.Your ApplicationIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:You are a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority;Demonstrate recent legal experience in the relevant areas of highways and planning law;Experience of working with clients at all levels and ability to give clear, accurate and practical advice;Effective team working;Ability to negotiate a range of highways and planning legal agreements and be able to provide practical clear advice on a range of highways and planning matters;Ability to take on urgent, and sometimes unfamiliar, matters at short notice;Ability to manage competing priorities to achieve client deadlines.Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. This advert closes at 23:59 on 28th June 2026 with interviews expected to take place in the week commencing 6th July 2026. If you are looking for a role which is both varied and interesting with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and employment experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below to submit your application. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council.CommitmentWe are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Senior Associate - Dispute Resolution Guildford 6+ PQE 75,000 - 100,000 + Bonus & Benefits You must have prior law firm experience to be considered for this role. A leading South East law firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence is seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team in Guildford. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a growing and ambitious disputes practice, advising businesses, entrepreneurs, shareholders, property owners, professional firms and high-net-worth individuals on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes. The successful Senior Associate will become part of a collaborative and commercially focused team that is recognised for delivering pragmatic, strategic advice across a diverse range of contentious matters. The role offers excellent client exposure, significant responsibility and a genuine opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the practice. The Senior Associate - Dispute Resolution Role The Senior Associate will handle a broad caseload of commercial and civil disputes while working closely with partners on larger and more complex matters. Work is likely to include: Commercial contract disputes Shareholder and partnership disputes Director and boardroom disputes Professional negligence claims Debt recovery and enforcement matters Property-related disputes Injunction applications Business ownership and succession disputes Misrepresentation and breach of contract claims Contentious probate and trust disputes Alternative dispute resolution, including mediation High Court litigation and complex multi-party disputes The successful Senior Associate will be encouraged to take ownership of matters, develop client relationships and contribute to the strategic growth of the team. The Firm This well-established regional practice has earned a reputation as one of the leading law firms in the South East, advising clients across a broad range of commercial and private client matters. The Dispute Resolution team is a key area of the firm's offering and acts for a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate organisations, professional services firms and private individuals. The firm is known for its approachable culture, strong leadership and commitment to employee development. Lawyers benefit from high-quality work, genuine flexibility and clear progression opportunities within a supportive environment. The Senior Associate - Dispute Resolution The successful candidate is likely to have: 6+ years' PQE gained within a recognised Dispute Resolution practice Strong experience handling commercial and civil disputes Experience managing matters independently from inception through to resolution Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy support skills Strong knowledge of litigation procedure Experience of mediation and alternative dispute resolution Confidence building and maintaining client relationships Commercial awareness and strong business development skills A collaborative approach and desire to mentor junior team members Candidates with an existing network in the Surrey or wider South East market would be particularly attractive, although this is not essential. Why Apply? Join a respected and growing Dispute Resolution team Work on a varied and high-quality caseload Excellent client exposure and responsibility Strong partner access and mentoring Genuine progression opportunities Flexible and supportive working environment Collaborative team culture Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package For a Senior Associate seeking high-quality disputes work, genuine responsibility and a clear pathway for career progression within a respected South East law firm, this represents an excellent opportunity to take the next step in their career.

Top Legal 500 located in the heart of the City are currently seeking an Employment Law Solicitor of 4-6 years PQE. This is your chance to work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. The Firm: Leading law firm with an office in Central London as well as in West Yorkshire, recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK are specialists in their fields of Litigation, Employment, Property Litigation and Projects. Responsibilities for this Employment Law Solicitor role: Manage day-to-day caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters Advise on misconduct, sickness absence, grievances, TUPE, and restructures Conduct Employment Tribunal litigation up to hearing stage Draft and negotiate Settlement Agreements Provide advice on industrial relations and strike action Deliver training sessions to clients on employment topics Support partners on complex matters and contribute to business development Desirable experience for this Employment Law Solicitor role: Knowledge of Pensions law and data protection Experience conducting investigations on behalf of clients Person specification for this Employment Law Solicitor role: 4-6 years PQE an an Employment lawyer and admitted to practice within England & Wales Academic background with 2:1 at degree level or equivalent Highly focused Strong technical ability and commercial awareness Excellent communication and client relationship skills Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines Benefits for this Employment Law Solicitor role: Competitive salary to be discussed at interview plus a bonus structure 25 days holiday Private Healthcare Life Assurance Auto enrolment pension For more information please contact Victoria Kemp quoting reference 37541 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Catastrophic Injury Paralegal Wolverhampton (Hybrid - 3 days in office) 28,000 - 40,000 (Dependant on Experience) BCR/JN/32382 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are searching for a Catastrophic Injury Paralegal OR Solicitor, to join a regional law firm, based in the Midlands that has over 10 offices and 150 years of history. The role: Working on serious, complex catastrophic injury claims Support senior lawyers on high value, multi million pound claims Liaising with various third party experts Attending client meetings, case conferences and settlement discussions Managing your own caseload of catastrophic injury cases The Ideal Candidate: Experience in serious, complex and catastrophic injury litigation is ESSENTIAL Understanding of claimant personal injury law (brain injury in particular) Able to manage complex files with professionalism Excellent client care skills This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress their career with a nationally recognised serious injury department with a strong reputation, and offering a great career pathway and benefits. INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales

Legal Advisor - Personal Injury South Wales Hybrid Working Available Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Yolk Legal are working with a well-established and highly regarded South Wales law firm is looking to appoint a Legal Advisor to join its growing Personal Injury team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with claimant Personal Injury experience who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The team handles a varied caseload of injury matters and has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care and achieving positive outcomes for clients. The successful candidate will initially spend time working alongside the team in Swansea to support on boarding and development. Following probation, there is flexibility around hybrid working and office location for candidates with the appropriate level of experience. The Role You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of Personal Injury matters whilst supporting senior lawyers on more complex claims when required. Responsibilities will include: Managing a caseload of litigated Fast Track Personal Injury claims Handling Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claims Drafting legal correspondence and documentation Progressing files efficiently from instruction through to settlement or trial Liaising with clients, insurers, experts and other third parties Assisting senior fee earners on Multi-Track and higher-value matters Ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines and regulatory requirements Delivering a high standard of client care throughout the lifecycle of each claim About You Applications are welcomed from candidates with previous experience handling Personal Injury matters, whether as a Legal Advisor, Paralegal, Litigation Executive or Fee Earner. You will be able to demonstrate: Experience managing claimant Personal Injury files Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and client care abilities A proactive and positive approach to work The ability to manage competing priorities effectively Strong attention to detail and accuracy Experience using the MOJ Portal would be advantageous What's on Offer Competitive salary Bonus scheme Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Private medical insurance Health cash plan Enhanced pension contributions Cycle-to-work scheme Structured training and career development Clear progression opportunities within a growing team Supportive and collaborative culture This role would suit an ambitious Personal Injury professional looking to join a respected regional firm that genuinely invests in its people and offers long-term career progression. If you have previous Personal Injury experience, 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 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.

Property Disputes Solicitor (2-5 PQE) An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join one of the South East's leading Real Estate Dispute Resolution teams. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, this specialist team advises an impressive client base including developers, investors, portfolio owners, retailers, financial institutions, charities and public sector organisations. The team is widely regarded as a market leader, handling complex and high-value disputes across both commercial and residential property matters. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated property disputes practice within a large, full-service law firm that combines the quality of work typically associated with major city firms with the culture, flexibility and career development opportunities of a leading regional practice. The Role As a Property Disputes Solicitor , you will manage your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on larger and more complex matters. You will advise on a broad range of contentious property matters including: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Business lease renewals Dilapidations and breaches of covenant Rent and service charge disputes Forfeiture, break notices and vacant possession claims Business rates matters Restrictive covenants and adverse possession claims Rights of way and boundary disputes Rights to light and telecoms disputes Development and overage disputes Construction-related property disputes Landlord and tenant insolvency matters You will also have the opportunity to contribute to networking, marketing and business development initiatives, helping to further strengthen your profile within the property sector. About You We are keen to speak with qualified solicitors who have: Approximately 2-5 years' PQE Experience in contentious commercial property matters, or a strong litigation background with a property focus A sound understanding of landlord and tenant legislation Excellent technical and drafting skills Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills The ability to manage matters effectively and work to deadlines A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a successful team environment Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join a highly respected team that consistently handles work well above its regional market peers. Highlights include: Band 1 Legal 500-ranked Property Litigation team High-quality and complex work across residential and commercial property disputes Exposure to major clients, developers, investors and household-name organisations Genuine career progression opportunities Structured mentoring and professional development programmes Hybrid working arrangements Private healthcare Enhanced family-friendly benefits Additional birthday leave A collaborative and supportive culture with an outstanding reputation for employee engagement The firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice, combining ambitious growth with a genuine commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and long-term career development. Its investment in people is reflected in industry-leading employee engagement scores and Investors in People Gold accreditation. If you are a Property Disputes Solicitor looking to work alongside recognised experts on complex, high-profile matters while developing your career within a supportive and progressive firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion regarding this Property Disputes Solicitor opportunity. GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at (url removed)

About the Trust We're one of the UK's biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you? Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year. Join Our Team: Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer We're excited to welcome a new Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer to join our Legal division. Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Working Hours & Location This role follows 37 hours, Monday to Friday working pattern. The vacancy will be offered on a remote working basis, with a requirement to attend our main hub spaces as and when required. Role Overview The Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer acts as a trusted legal adviser to the Trust, supporting the organisation to manage risk whilst maximising commercial and enterprise opportunities and ensuring value for money. Key Responsibilities: Providing and co-ordinating specialist contract law advice across the full range of the Trust's commercial activities including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. Providing advice on the Trust's procurement of goods and services, including the tendering of framework contracts for engineering and construction works, IT software and services, professional services, vegetation and environmental management. Drafting key documents regulating the Trust's relationship with its suppliers and customers (e.g. standard terms and conditions, boat licence and mooring terms and conditions). Advising on commercial law aspects of the Trust's business activities (e.g. intellectual property, consumer rights, data protection, subsidy control). Drafting and negotiating funding agreements with third party funders (e.g. lottery funders, local government) and agreements relating to fundraising (e.g. terms and conditions for raffles and fundraising events). Legal interpretation and advice on existing contractual arrangements to clarify the Trust's contractual rights and obligations. Conduct and oversight of commercial contract dispute resolution and litigation. Management of external legal services, including the Trust's panel of specialist law firms (tendering, terms and conditions, performance reviews). About you You are a qualified lawyer in England & Wales with strong experience in complex commercial contracts and procurement. Commercially minded and pragmatic, you provide clear, solution-focused advice and confidently manage negotiations, disputes, and external legal providers. An excellent communicator, you simplify complex legal issues for non-legal colleagues and build strong working relationships across the organisation. You are proactive, driven, and committed to high standards of compliance, health & safety, and safeguarding. Skills & Qualifications: Holds legal qualification recognised by the legal services regulator in England and Wales and can demonstrate extensive post-qualification experience (10+ years PQE or equivalent experience) in leading advice on a broad range of complex and high-value commercial matters. Strong commercial acumen, with a solution-oriented approach to legal advice. High emotional intelligence, enabling effective collaboration and influence across all levels of the organisation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal concepts and risk-analysis clearly to non-legal audiences. Highly motivated, with a proactive approach to supporting the strategic goals of the legal team and wider organisation. Comply with Canal & River Trust Health & Safety policy and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses. Assess the risks and make adjustments to work methods where appropriate. Ensure all equipment (PPE, plant, materials etc.) is appropriate for the task. Consider your own and others behaviour. Be aware of your own responsibilities regarding safeguarding and to support our commitment to providing safe environments and working practises that promote and protect the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk at all times. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Contact & Application If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at . We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy once we receive enough suitable candidates. What We Offer We offer an annual salary of £68,000. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits. For a full breakdown of our benefits, check out our brochure here: EVP - 1. Learn more: Our values We care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments - whether for a disability, neurodiversity, or health condition - please let us know what you need and how we can support you. We'll work with you to make any necessary changes. All of our jobs can be considered on a part time, flexible or job share basis. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. You are considered disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. We recognise not everyone who is classified as disabled under the Equality Act personally identifies this way, or with this definition of disability. Please do not let this discourage you from applying under the scheme. At Canal & River Trust, we are committed to fair, transparent, and ethical recruitment practices. As part of our hiring process, we may use AI to analyse applications and support us work more efficiently. However, all hiring decisions - without exception - are made by our hiring managers. To apply, please visit our website via the button below.