Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRMT) at BDO comprises several sub-teams including the Legal Team, Enterprise Risk Management, Economic Crime, Quality Management, Ethics and Independence and Advisory and Compliance. It provides Partners and staff with the guidance, tools and support to enable them to identify and manage quality and risk issues. The QRMT is led by the Head of Quality and Risk Management Team, who is a partner who reports into the Head of Quality and Risk for the firm and sits on the BDO Leadership Team. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview: We are looking for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our dynamic Legal Team. You will play a crucial role in providing expert legal advice and support on employment-related matters across the organisation. Your insights will help us navigate complex legal landscapes and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Key Responsibilities: Provide early legal advice when a dispute may lead to a tribunal claim, helping to navigate the process and potentially avoid litigation. Identifying and managing legal risk, including the identifying patterns or trends in claims that may indicate systemic issues within the business and providing training to mitigate such risks in the future. Providing independent, impartial legal advice on all aspects of employment law to internal stakeholders, including contracts, disciplinary and grievance matters, discrimination, whistleblowing, TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings) and regulatory compliance. Managing disputes effectively, to help minimise the financial costs, operational disruption, and reputational harm associated with employment claims, working closely with external counsel when necessary. Conducting legal research and keeping the firm updated on changes in employment and other relevant law, including conducting training and drafting guidance. Support HR in handling employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance procedures. Special projects as determined by the Head of Legal (General Counsel) or Head of QRM Team. Qualifications and Experience: Q ualified solicitor with significant experience in employment law. In-depth knowledge of UK employment legislation and case law. Proven track record in managing employment disputes and litigation. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Business thinking: Connect the Firm's strategic framework with meaningful measures of success for the Legal Team for the commercial benefit of the Firm as a whole. Demonstrate high-level project management skills to deliver the Firm's initiatives, ensuring our operations stay resilient and evolve in line with legal or regulatory developments. Communicating: High-level interpersonal skills and the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and credibly to a range of audiences. Collaborating: A team player and relationship builder who enjoys supporting colleagues and has the ability to build relationships across the firm and to build rapport, gaining the trust of partners and colleagues. Decision making: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to identify and drive the use of best practice in legal strategy and tools to deliver improvement and development in the Firm's practices. Developing self and others: An awareness of and an interest in deepening your own legal knowledge, together with enthusiasm for sharing your knowledge and experience with others. A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. Innovating and change: The ability to think creatively and connect ideas and insight from other businesses and industries to improve the Firm's quality and manage risk. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Dec 08, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRMT) at BDO comprises several sub-teams including the Legal Team, Enterprise Risk Management, Economic Crime, Quality Management, Ethics and Independence and Advisory and Compliance. It provides Partners and staff with the guidance, tools and support to enable them to identify and manage quality and risk issues. The QRMT is led by the Head of Quality and Risk Management Team, who is a partner who reports into the Head of Quality and Risk for the firm and sits on the BDO Leadership Team. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview: We are looking for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our dynamic Legal Team. You will play a crucial role in providing expert legal advice and support on employment-related matters across the organisation. Your insights will help us navigate complex legal landscapes and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Key Responsibilities: Provide early legal advice when a dispute may lead to a tribunal claim, helping to navigate the process and potentially avoid litigation. Identifying and managing legal risk, including the identifying patterns or trends in claims that may indicate systemic issues within the business and providing training to mitigate such risks in the future. Providing independent, impartial legal advice on all aspects of employment law to internal stakeholders, including contracts, disciplinary and grievance matters, discrimination, whistleblowing, TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings) and regulatory compliance. Managing disputes effectively, to help minimise the financial costs, operational disruption, and reputational harm associated with employment claims, working closely with external counsel when necessary. Conducting legal research and keeping the firm updated on changes in employment and other relevant law, including conducting training and drafting guidance. Support HR in handling employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance procedures. Special projects as determined by the Head of Legal (General Counsel) or Head of QRM Team. Qualifications and Experience: Q ualified solicitor with significant experience in employment law. In-depth knowledge of UK employment legislation and case law. Proven track record in managing employment disputes and litigation. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Business thinking: Connect the Firm's strategic framework with meaningful measures of success for the Legal Team for the commercial benefit of the Firm as a whole. Demonstrate high-level project management skills to deliver the Firm's initiatives, ensuring our operations stay resilient and evolve in line with legal or regulatory developments. Communicating: High-level interpersonal skills and the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and credibly to a range of audiences. Collaborating: A team player and relationship builder who enjoys supporting colleagues and has the ability to build relationships across the firm and to build rapport, gaining the trust of partners and colleagues. Decision making: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to identify and drive the use of best practice in legal strategy and tools to deliver improvement and development in the Firm's practices. Developing self and others: An awareness of and an interest in deepening your own legal knowledge, together with enthusiasm for sharing your knowledge and experience with others. A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. Innovating and change: The ability to think creatively and connect ideas and insight from other businesses and industries to improve the Firm's quality and manage risk. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Employee Relations and HR Policy Specialist / Vice President 12 Months in Initially London Employee Relations To work with UK-based managers and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to address workplace conflicts by aiming to resolve issues in a manner that creates a positive culture and healthy work environment. To minimise legal risk for the Bank by working with the Legal Counsel (internal and external) to provide HR and managers with Employee Relations (ER) advice and guidance as to how to effectively deal with employees, especially in complex and difficult situations. To coordinate and monitor live ER matters, ensuring that these are progressed efficiently and swiftly and in compliance with the Bank's policies and procedures. Assist in building ER capability in the organisation and HR function. Responsibilities Employee Relations Be the key point of contact between the HRBP's and for ER matters. Be the subject matter expert for all ER matters, delivering consistent and appropriate ER advice and support to management and HR in a timely manner. Use your knowledge of employment law and the organisation's policies and practices to propose recommendations and solutions, while balancing risk and business objectives. This may include advice in relation to grievances, disciplinary processes, appeals, redundancies, terminations, performance management, long term sickness absence, speak up or whistle-blower complaints and employment tribunal action. Take the lead on live ER cases (predominantly in the UK) and manage to conclusion in a timely manner, providing regular updates to relevant HRBPs, management and other stakeholders. Conduct thorough investigations into issues as necessary, making recommendations for action. Prepare relevant paperwork and investigation materials, coordinate investigations, arrange hearings, brief hearing managers, manage consultations with employees and maintain excellent records. Support regional HRBPs as required with ER cases, for example by conducting investigations. Support the HRBPs and the businesses through change management initiatives including restructures and any subsequent integration, harmonisation and/or simplification, acquisitions and outsourcings. Manage DSARs, together with AskHR and external counsel/support where required. Maintain a central tracker of ER cases across EMEA, ensuring cases are managed and progressed efficiently and accurate records are maintained. Ensure all internal reporting of ER case load (e.g. to Risk and management) is managed in a timely and accurate manner. Track ER costs for HR where needed and specifically those associated with employee litigation and disputes. Policies and Procedures Support in the updating and maintenance of effective HR and ER processes, policies, practices and principles to ensure consistency, compliance with regulatory and employment law and best practice and mitigation of risks in a regulated environment. This includes ensuring that policies are appropriately implemented and updated across EMEA. This will involve working together with the HR Policy, Regulation and Governance team and the Senior Employment Legal Counsel. Support the regular review process of the Employee Handbooks (Permanent, Temporary Workers and Agency Workers). Manage internal governance and approval actions required for policy implementation and changes. Assist the Senior Employment Legal Counsel to monitor changes to employment law and practices across EMEA and ensure that these are communicated to relevant stakeholders and integrated into existing policies and practices. Assist the Senior Employment Legal Counsel in the maintenance of existing employment document templates and the development of guidance, FAQs, additional templates etc. Assist the Senior Employment Legal Counsel and the Learning & Development team in the co-ordination and development of educational workshops for HRBPs and managers on policies, ensuring they are upskilled to deal with people in a fair, consistent and effective manner. Assist with ad hoc Bank and HR projects as required Experience HR qualification or equivalent experience. Experience of managing a range of complex and sensitive ER cases to resolution in the UK. Policy experience, or a demonstrable interest in policy development, is also required. You will have gained this experience preferably within the financial services sector and have an understanding of the regulatory environment and in particular, the impact of SMCR on employment policies and practices. Good understanding of UK employment law, and how to apply this in a commercial setting. Knowledge of employment legislation principles across EMEA is an asset but not required. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, with strong attention to detail Possess strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills, experience dealing with multiple stakeholders in a complex structure. Coaching and facilitation skills are an advantage. To be open and approachable with a team working and collaborative approach, while able to operate with a good degree of autonomy. Strong organisational skills Resilience
Dec 06, 2025
Contractor
Employee Relations and HR Policy Specialist / Vice President 12 Months in Initially London Employee Relations To work with UK-based managers and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to address workplace conflicts by aiming to resolve issues in a manner that creates a positive culture and healthy work environment. To minimise legal risk for the Bank by working with the Legal Counsel (internal and external) to provide HR and managers with Employee Relations (ER) advice and guidance as to how to effectively deal with employees, especially in complex and difficult situations. To coordinate and monitor live ER matters, ensuring that these are progressed efficiently and swiftly and in compliance with the Bank's policies and procedures. Assist in building ER capability in the organisation and HR function. Responsibilities Employee Relations Be the key point of contact between the HRBP's and for ER matters. Be the subject matter expert for all ER matters, delivering consistent and appropriate ER advice and support to management and HR in a timely manner. Use your knowledge of employment law and the organisation's policies and practices to propose recommendations and solutions, while balancing risk and business objectives. This may include advice in relation to grievances, disciplinary processes, appeals, redundancies, terminations, performance management, long term sickness absence, speak up or whistle-blower complaints and employment tribunal action. Take the lead on live ER cases (predominantly in the UK) and manage to conclusion in a timely manner, providing regular updates to relevant HRBPs, management and other stakeholders. Conduct thorough investigations into issues as necessary, making recommendations for action. Prepare relevant paperwork and investigation materials, coordinate investigations, arrange hearings, brief hearing managers, manage consultations with employees and maintain excellent records. Support regional HRBPs as required with ER cases, for example by conducting investigations. Support the HRBPs and the businesses through change management initiatives including restructures and any subsequent integration, harmonisation and/or simplification, acquisitions and outsourcings. Manage DSARs, together with AskHR and external counsel/support where required. Maintain a central tracker of ER cases across EMEA, ensuring cases are managed and progressed efficiently and accurate records are maintained. Ensure all internal reporting of ER case load (e.g. to Risk and management) is managed in a timely and accurate manner. Track ER costs for HR where needed and specifically those associated with employee litigation and disputes. Policies and Procedures Support in the updating and maintenance of effective HR and ER processes, policies, practices and principles to ensure consistency, compliance with regulatory and employment law and best practice and mitigation of risks in a regulated environment. This includes ensuring that policies are appropriately implemented and updated across EMEA. This will involve working together with the HR Policy, Regulation and Governance team and the Senior Employment Legal Counsel. Support the regular review process of the Employee Handbooks (Permanent, Temporary Workers and Agency Workers). Manage internal governance and approval actions required for policy implementation and changes. Assist the Senior Employment Legal Counsel to monitor changes to employment law and practices across EMEA and ensure that these are communicated to relevant stakeholders and integrated into existing policies and practices. Assist the Senior Employment Legal Counsel in the maintenance of existing employment document templates and the development of guidance, FAQs, additional templates etc. Assist the Senior Employment Legal Counsel and the Learning & Development team in the co-ordination and development of educational workshops for HRBPs and managers on policies, ensuring they are upskilled to deal with people in a fair, consistent and effective manner. Assist with ad hoc Bank and HR projects as required Experience HR qualification or equivalent experience. Experience of managing a range of complex and sensitive ER cases to resolution in the UK. Policy experience, or a demonstrable interest in policy development, is also required. You will have gained this experience preferably within the financial services sector and have an understanding of the regulatory environment and in particular, the impact of SMCR on employment policies and practices. Good understanding of UK employment law, and how to apply this in a commercial setting. Knowledge of employment legislation principles across EMEA is an asset but not required. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, with strong attention to detail Possess strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills, experience dealing with multiple stakeholders in a complex structure. Coaching and facilitation skills are an advantage. To be open and approachable with a team working and collaborative approach, while able to operate with a good degree of autonomy. Strong organisational skills Resilience
Role Purpose The Senior Associate Solicitor will provide expert legal advice and representation to corporate clients on complex commercial fraud and counter-fraud matters. The role requires strong technical litigation capability, strategic risk awareness, and proven experience handling high-value disputes and investigations. You will contribute to business development and mentorship activities within the wider Commercial team. Key Responsibilities Act as lead fee-earner on a caseload involving: Commercial fraud, civil recovery, and asset tracing Internal corporate fraud investigations and compliance issues Misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duties, and AML-related disputes Cyber-enabled fraud, financial crime, and regulatory fraud matters Represent clients in the High Court and other relevant tribunals as required. Work closely with external investigators, forensic accountants, law enforcement, insurers, and regulatory bodies. Provide strategic risk management advice, including fraud prevention and response frameworks for commercial organisations. Conduct detailed legal research, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and manage settlement negotiations. Support and supervise junior solicitors, trainees, and paralegals, ensuring best practice and quality standards. Assist in departmental growth through networking, client relationship management, and participation in pitches and business development activities. Maintain exceptional client care standards, clear communication, and strong professional relationships. Skills & Experience Required Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent), minimum 5+ years PQE . Demonstrable experience in commercial litigation with a focus on fraud, financial crime or counter-fraud investigations. Strong advocacy skills and confidence in managing cases through all litigation stages. Knowledge of relevant legislation and legal frameworks including: Fraud Act 2006, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), AML regulations, and civil procedure rules. Proven ability to work independently on complex, high-value matters with minimal supervision. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly in forensic review of financial and transactional information. Exceptional written and verbal communication, with ability to distil complex issues for stakeholders. Strong client-development mindset and ability to maintain trusted professional relationships. Experience in managing, mentoring and developing junior team members is highly desirable. Behaviours & Attributes Committed to the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality. Proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused. Collaborative team-player with leadership capability. Ability to perform under pressure and manage competing deadlines. Adaptable and resilient in fast-moving investigative environments. Additional Information Competitive salary dependent on experience. An option for fully remote for the right candidate, with travel to office 2-3 times per quarter. Access to flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to contribute to thought-leadership initiatives on emerging commercial fraud risks. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Role Purpose The Senior Associate Solicitor will provide expert legal advice and representation to corporate clients on complex commercial fraud and counter-fraud matters. The role requires strong technical litigation capability, strategic risk awareness, and proven experience handling high-value disputes and investigations. You will contribute to business development and mentorship activities within the wider Commercial team. Key Responsibilities Act as lead fee-earner on a caseload involving: Commercial fraud, civil recovery, and asset tracing Internal corporate fraud investigations and compliance issues Misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duties, and AML-related disputes Cyber-enabled fraud, financial crime, and regulatory fraud matters Represent clients in the High Court and other relevant tribunals as required. Work closely with external investigators, forensic accountants, law enforcement, insurers, and regulatory bodies. Provide strategic risk management advice, including fraud prevention and response frameworks for commercial organisations. Conduct detailed legal research, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and manage settlement negotiations. Support and supervise junior solicitors, trainees, and paralegals, ensuring best practice and quality standards. Assist in departmental growth through networking, client relationship management, and participation in pitches and business development activities. Maintain exceptional client care standards, clear communication, and strong professional relationships. Skills & Experience Required Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent), minimum 5+ years PQE . Demonstrable experience in commercial litigation with a focus on fraud, financial crime or counter-fraud investigations. Strong advocacy skills and confidence in managing cases through all litigation stages. Knowledge of relevant legislation and legal frameworks including: Fraud Act 2006, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), AML regulations, and civil procedure rules. Proven ability to work independently on complex, high-value matters with minimal supervision. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly in forensic review of financial and transactional information. Exceptional written and verbal communication, with ability to distil complex issues for stakeholders. Strong client-development mindset and ability to maintain trusted professional relationships. Experience in managing, mentoring and developing junior team members is highly desirable. Behaviours & Attributes Committed to the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality. Proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused. Collaborative team-player with leadership capability. Ability to perform under pressure and manage competing deadlines. Adaptable and resilient in fast-moving investigative environments. Additional Information Competitive salary dependent on experience. An option for fully remote for the right candidate, with travel to office 2-3 times per quarter. Access to flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to contribute to thought-leadership initiatives on emerging commercial fraud risks. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
REAL ESTATE DISPUTES SOLICITOR - TOP TIER LEGAL 500 FIRM Job Title: Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate Department: Real Estate Disputes Salary: DOE up to 85K Hours: Full time Location: Cheltenham, hybrid, 2-3 days in the office Job Reference: CWS517 OVERVIEW. We are working with a top tier, legal 500, award-winning firm, with a solid reputation for client care, the firm combines national strength with a supportive and collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice and play a key role in the continued growth of its dispute resolution team. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes across residential and commercial property, including lease renewals, dilapidation's, service charge recovery, boundary issues, rights of way, restrictive covenants, nuisance. Advise a wide range of clients, from landlords, tenants, and developers to investors, landowners, and public or not-for-profit organisations. Draft and manage pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, taking cases through to conclusion. Work closely with barristers, experts, and colleagues across real estate, development, planning, construction, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions. Attend client meetings, provide strategic updates, and ensure advice is practical, commercial, and aligned to client objectives. Support and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to business development to enhance the team's profile. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes (other levels considered depending on experience). Strong technical knowledge of property litigation ideally both commercial and residential property. Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills. A collaborative team player, with experience working alongside colleagues in related practice areas. Commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships. IN RETURN: Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell Life assurance Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc. Many more. For more details please contact: removed)
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
REAL ESTATE DISPUTES SOLICITOR - TOP TIER LEGAL 500 FIRM Job Title: Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate Department: Real Estate Disputes Salary: DOE up to 85K Hours: Full time Location: Cheltenham, hybrid, 2-3 days in the office Job Reference: CWS517 OVERVIEW. We are working with a top tier, legal 500, award-winning firm, with a solid reputation for client care, the firm combines national strength with a supportive and collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice and play a key role in the continued growth of its dispute resolution team. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes across residential and commercial property, including lease renewals, dilapidation's, service charge recovery, boundary issues, rights of way, restrictive covenants, nuisance. Advise a wide range of clients, from landlords, tenants, and developers to investors, landowners, and public or not-for-profit organisations. Draft and manage pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, taking cases through to conclusion. Work closely with barristers, experts, and colleagues across real estate, development, planning, construction, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions. Attend client meetings, provide strategic updates, and ensure advice is practical, commercial, and aligned to client objectives. Support and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to business development to enhance the team's profile. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes (other levels considered depending on experience). Strong technical knowledge of property litigation ideally both commercial and residential property. Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills. A collaborative team player, with experience working alongside colleagues in related practice areas. Commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships. IN RETURN: Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell Life assurance Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc. Many more. For more details please contact: removed)
Commercial Litigation Senior Associate (3+ PQE) Location: Bristol, Bath or Swindon (Hybrid Working) Eden Rose are looking for a Senior Associate to join our South West based client, within their Commercial Dispute Resolution team, with the flexibility of hybrid office working. This role offers a wonderful opportunity to join an inclusive and friendly team, working with a client base including; Corporates, SMEs and Family run businesses. It is anticipated that you will have demonstrable experience of providing high quality dispute resolution and litigation advice and be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team. Day to day, you will have a varied caseload, including work such as: Commercial related dispute work Contractual disputes between businesses Professional negligence claims Mediation and other forms of ADR Business Development opportunities Benefits: Competitive salary Joining a supportive, inclusive firm offering flexibility and hybrid working Plenty of social/networking events Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health checks and much more. What next? Apply today to be considered for this opportunity. If suitable, one of our specialist consultants will be in contact to discuss the opportunity with you in detail prior to submitting your CV to the client. In this discussion we will aim to identify your specific skills and motivations, and where appropriate recommend other relevant opportunities to you that match your requirements. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive 200 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Commercial Litigation Senior Associate (3+ PQE) Location: Bristol, Bath or Swindon (Hybrid Working) Eden Rose are looking for a Senior Associate to join our South West based client, within their Commercial Dispute Resolution team, with the flexibility of hybrid office working. This role offers a wonderful opportunity to join an inclusive and friendly team, working with a client base including; Corporates, SMEs and Family run businesses. It is anticipated that you will have demonstrable experience of providing high quality dispute resolution and litigation advice and be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team. Day to day, you will have a varied caseload, including work such as: Commercial related dispute work Contractual disputes between businesses Professional negligence claims Mediation and other forms of ADR Business Development opportunities Benefits: Competitive salary Joining a supportive, inclusive firm offering flexibility and hybrid working Plenty of social/networking events Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health checks and much more. What next? Apply today to be considered for this opportunity. If suitable, one of our specialist consultants will be in contact to discuss the opportunity with you in detail prior to submitting your CV to the client. In this discussion we will aim to identify your specific skills and motivations, and where appropriate recommend other relevant opportunities to you that match your requirements. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive 200 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career.
