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Your new company An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join a leading international law firm's Healthcare team. This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-profile matters on behalf of public and private healthcare clients, including NHS bodies and medical insurers. You will be part of a highly regarded team recognised in the legal directories for its expertise in defendant clinical negligence. The position provides significant exposure to challenging and sensitive work, alongside clear progression opportunities within a supportive and collaborative environment. Claimant clinical negligence lawyers are encouraged to apply. Your new role As a Defendant Clinical Negligence Associate/Senior Associate, you will: Join a highly regarded Healthcare team specialising in defendant clinical negligence work Handle a diverse caseload of clinical negligence claims on behalf of NHS bodies, insurers and private healthcare providers Manage matters from initial instruction through to resolution, including litigation where required Advise on liability, causation and quantum in complex and high-value claims Assist with inquests and, where applicable, judicial review proceedings Deliver clear, strategic and commercially focused advice on sensitive and often high-profile cases Work with a broad client base including NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts, health and social care insurers, and independent hospitals and practitioners. Gain exposure to related areas such as health law, regulatory matters and insurance coverage issues Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular contact and high-quality service delivery Contribute to business development initiatives, including attending client events and supporting relationship growth Collaborate with colleagues across a national team, benefiting from shared expertise and best practice What you'll need to succeed Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ+) or CILEX qualification with relevant experience Previous experience in clinical negligence work (defendant experience preferred but applications from claimant clinical negligence lawyers encouraged). Strong understanding of litigation processes and healthcare-related legal issues Exposure to insurance and coverage matters (desirable) Excellent communication and client-facing skills A genuine interest in healthcare law and a desire to build a long-term career in this field What you'll get in return Very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Exposure to high-quality, complex legal work Clear career progression within a leading healthcare practice Ability for strong claimant clinical negligence lawyers to retrain into defendant work Access to structured training, mentoring and development programmes Opportunities for secondments (including client and international placements) A collaborative and inclusive working culture What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on (phone number removed). If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Dispute Resolution Associate / Senior Associate (3-5 + PQE) Derby or Nottingham 60,000 - 75,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Litigation Associate or Senior Associate to join a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation across the Midlands. This is a fantastic role for a commercial litigator looking to join a well-established and collaborative disputes team, advising an impressive and diverse client base including businesses, directors, property owners and high-net-worth individuals. The team handles a broad spread of complex and high-quality contentious matters, offering genuine variety alongside the opportunity to develop your own specialisms over time. The Opportunity You will work across a broad range of disputes including: Commercial and contract disputes Property and landlord & tenant litigation Professional negligence claims Debt recovery and general civil litigation matters Defamation and reputational disputes The role offers strong levels of autonomy, direct client exposure and the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners who are committed to developing and progressing talent internally. About You Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with experience in litigation/dispute resolution who are looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking regional platform. You will ideally: Have solid experience handling a broad litigation caseload Be commercially minded with strong client relationship skills Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a growing team Be ambitious and motivated by long-term progression opportunities Value high-quality work without the culture often associated with larger city firms Why Apply? High-quality and varied disputes work Strong regional reputation and established client base Clear progression opportunities locally Supportive and collaborative team culture Flexible working environment Competitive salary and benefits package This is an excellent opportunity for a Litigation Solicitor seeking high-calibre work, genuine career progression and the chance to build their long-term future within a respected regional firm. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Legal Advisor Closing date: 10/07/2026, 23:55 Location: Manchester Position Type: Permanent Salary: £64,700 to £77,480 The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. The IFR will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime, set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. The IFR will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. The Legal Team The IFR s legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of our functions. This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on the IFR s powers and obligations, current and future consultation exercises, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations and enforcement, litigation and appeals, the IFR s decision-making obligations, corporate governance and wider public law issues. The Role The IFR is looking to add an additional Lawyer with significant corporate law experience to add to/complement the existing expertise within the IFR s legal function which currently comprises eight Lawyers with a range of public, regulatory, commercial and litigation skills/backgrounds. The role will be based in our Manchester office. Essential Requirements: Post qualification experience advising on corporate law matters including the following: complex corporate ownership structures; mergers and acquisitions/investments including in a multi-jurisdictional setting; corporate governance and decision-making processes; general corporate advisory work, including advising on the Companies Act 2006. The ability to work effectively in a wider team and build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and others. Have a track record of picking up new and complex areas of legal work quickly and providing context-appropriate corporate advice in high-profile and fast-moving situations. The ability to effectively manage legal risk, providing sound legal direction, leadership and oversight to ensure quality outcomes. Creative thinking and excellent judgement to deliver authoritative and credible legal advice, at pace, to facilitate practical solutions. Desirable Skills: Experience in public law (ideally working for a regulator) and/or insolvency law. Academic and Professional Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in their first degree, in any subject. Where an applicant holds an overseas degree qualification this should be equivalent to a 2:2 degree. We will consider applicants who do not have a 2:2 degree but only where satisfactory evidence of equivalent high level academic and/or professional achievement can be provided (e.g. via relevant experience and results achieved for the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE, Legal Practice Course (LPC), Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC . Applicants must be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales however, we also accept applications from overseas qualified candidates. You must have completed a training contract / pupillage / qualifying employment or have been exempted from this by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board or CILEx. Please note that candidates cannot apply more than three months before their qualification date. Professional entry criteria for Chartered Legal Executives (i.e. Fellows): Chartered Legal Executives are eligible to apply where (i) a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) is held; or (ii) the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE has been completed; or (iii) where exams have been passed (i.e. a score of 50% or above achieved), at CILEx Level 6 , in all of the following seven foundation subjects in law: Contract Law; Criminal Law; Equity and Trusts Law; European Union Law; Land Law; Public Law; Law of Tort. Terms and Conditions of Employment If successful, you will join a Non-Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or a DCMS employee, you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension or take as cash (post tax). Reward We will have a performance-based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave. Flexible and hybrid working 40% in office attendance. Occupational sick pay. 9 months paid Maternity Leave and generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees. Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! Interested Click apply and you will be redirected to our careers site to complete your application.

Your new company You will be joining one of the largest in-house local authority legal teams in the UK, the team provides high-quality legal services across multiple local authorities and combined authorities, supporting a wide range of public sector functions. This opportunity sits within a significant and wide-ranging legal division covering key service areas across people, place and regulatory matters. The division brings together five specialist teams: Adults Social Care and Education, Employment and General Law, Housing, Litigation, and Regulatory & Licensing. Your new role As Interim Head of Legal, you will provide strategic leadership across the group, reporting directly to the Assistant Director. You will also deputise as required at a senior level, representing Legal Services internally and externally. You will lead and oversee a broad portfolio of complex legal work, ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple disciplines. The role requires strong corporate leadership, effective stakeholder management, and the ability to manage competing priorities and projects simultaneously. This is a highly visible position where you will engage with senior officers, elected members, and external partners, often dealing with sensitive and high-profile matters. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Proven experience operating at a senior level within a local authority legal environment Strong collaborative and corporate leadership skills Significant experience handling complex legal matters across one or more areas of people, place and regulation Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant litigation rights In addition, you will bring: High levels of political awareness and the ability to influence at senior levels Excellent communication skills and a solution-focused, innovative approach Experience managing multiple projects to tight deadlines and budgets while maintaining exceptional quality standards A track record of building and maintaining effective client relationships, often involving sensitive issues Experience leading multidisciplinary legal teams within a large and complex organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on (phone number removed). If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

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 or CLE Coventry, with hybrid working up to c£65,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, plus bonus, plus excellent benefits We are seeking an experienced Claimant Civil and Commercial Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, with three to five years or more PQE, to join a well-established, Legal 500-recognised, well-established law firm, based on the outskirts of Coventry. Flexible/hybrid working patterns will be accommodated. Suitable candidates will have wide-ranging experience of handling a variety of litigation matters the ability to do their own advocacy work, attending and representing clients in court a full UK driving licence and access to own transport The role will involve managing a wide-ranging caseload which will include boundary disputes civil procedures contentious probate matters contract claims professional negligence claims bankruptcy, insolvency, and debt recovery This is a full-time, permanent job, working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.15pm Monday to Friday Benefits include: 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays Your birthday off from your second year of employment Free on-site parking Company pension scheme Company sick pay Death in service benefits 3 x annual salary Private health insurance Bonus (10% of revenue achieved over target) Discounted legal fees on conveyancing and wills Ongoing training and development Excellent career prospects Hybrid working opportunities Complimentary beverages are provided Social events Christmas/Summer party, bowling evenings etc Note : Salary is given as a guideline, in line with market rate and will be wholly dependent on experience. The information given above is correct to the best of our knowledge For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands. We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent. About Your Consultant Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service the way she believes recruitment should be! Tracey s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey s experience and expertise. Know anyone who might be interested ? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details.

Property Litigation Paralegal Property Litigation Paralegal Leading Law Firm South East A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Paralegal to join its growing Property Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Litigation Paralegal with previous litigation or property law experience to gain exposure to a broad range of residential and commercial property disputes. Working alongside experienced Partners, Associates and Legal Directors, the successful Property Litigation Paralegal will support on complex and high-quality matters whilst developing their legal knowledge and long-term career prospects. The Property Litigation Paralegal will become part of a collaborative and supportive team that acts for developers, landlords, tenants, investors, property management companies, local authorities and private individuals across a wide range of contentious property matters. You must have previous Property Litigation, Litigation or Property Law experience to be considered for this role. The Property Litigation Paralegal's Role The successful Property Litigation Paralegal will provide support across a varied caseload of contentious property matters and assist fee earners throughout the lifecycle of cases. Responsibilities will include: Assisting Solicitors and Partners on a broad range of property litigation matters. Supporting cases involving landlord and tenant disputes. Assisting with lease renewals, dilapidations, rent arrears and service charge disputes. Preparing court bundles and case documentation. Managing correspondence with clients, counsel, courts and third parties. Conducting legal research and fact-finding exercises. Drafting legal documents, witness statements and letters. Assisting with disclosure exercises and document reviews. Opening new matters and maintaining accurate case management records. Managing diaries, deadlines and key litigation dates. Supporting file management, billing and administrative processes. Assisting with business development activities and legal updates where required. The Property Litigation Paralegal The successful Property Litigation Paralegal will ideally possess: Previous experience as a Property Litigation Paralegal, Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant. Experience within a Property Litigation, Real Estate Litigation or Dispute Resolution team would be highly advantageous. A strong interest in contentious property matters. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office. Strong research and drafting abilities. A proactive and professional approach to work. A genuine desire to develop a long-term legal career. Why Apply? Join a highly respected Property Litigation team. Exposure to a broad range of residential and commercial property disputes. Work alongside experienced Property Litigation specialists. Excellent mentoring and training opportunities. Significant client contact and responsibility. Clear opportunities for career progression. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Property Litigation Paralegal seeking high-quality work, excellent training and genuine long-term career development within a successful and growing Property Litigation practice.

Your new company My client, a leading law firm based in the heart of Liverpool city centre, is seeking a professional Operational Excellence Manager to join their Pre-Litigation Credit Hire Team. You will be joining a firm that is recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and offers a variety of services, including Credit Hire, Personal Injury, including Complex Injury, Clinical and Professional Negligence, Housing Disrepair, Group Action Claims and Public Enquiries. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who wishes to develop and get the best out of a professional team. Your new role Reporting to the Directors, who will be required to shape and drive their growth strategy by establishing and sustaining excellent working relationships with the organisation's insurance and Solicitor Partners through regular collaboration. You will also be responsible for supporting the Heads of Department to lead high-performing teams, implementing technical strategies, driving operational excellence and delivering an excellent client care journey. Please note that to be successful in this role, you must possess experience within Credit Hire in a legal setting. Some of your duties will include but not limited to. Work in collaboration with senior managers to implement training plans.Analyse data to identify areas for improvement Maintain and develop relationships with our insurer/solicitor opponents to be able to proactively initiate and lead settlement negotiations.Mentor and provide support to junior staff Conducting performance reviews and providing technical training. Overseeing crucial deadlines to maintain efficiency and compliance. Evaluate cases to produce case plans in order to progress matters What you'll need to succeed Possess a strong proven history and deep understanding of motor liability and credit hire claims.Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Come from a legal background with a good understanding of legal principles. Exceptional eye for detail Competent working with a case management system and have good knowledge of MS Office and Outlook. Ability to organise and prioritise What you'll get in return 23 days holiday + your Birthday off, plus 8 bank holidays Competitive salary at between 35,000 - 45,000 per annum (depending on experience) Pension scheme Discounted on-site Restaurant, Coffee Shop / Caf Progression opportunities What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)