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Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive
As part of our programme of expansion, an excellent opportunity has become available for a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our highly regarded Private Client team based in Chesterfield.
Fulltime Hours – Permanent Contract
Commencement date is immediate start (Dependant on Notice period). Hours of business are Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
The Role
The successful candidate will have 3+ years’ experience in working on a broad range of private client matters specialising in a caseload of Probate, Court of Protection, Inheritance Tax, LPAs and Wills. You will have strong organisation skills, attention to detail and drafting skills and will possess the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. You will also have well-developed client care skills, are personable and confident and should enjoy working in a team environment with the ability to quickly build rapport with colleagues.
The role would suit someone who is skilled at building lasting working relationships with clients, willing to play an active role in the team’s business development activities and will have a demonstrable drive to contribute to the Private Client team’s ongoing success. The reputation of the firm is excellent, and the successful candidate will join an established team.
Applications received from candidates who are in a position to develop their career and are looking to achieve formal qualifications whilst having previous experience of working within Private Client may also be considered for this position as a thorough training programme will be provided, although, experienced qualified candidates will be at a distinct advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
• Competence and experience in handling Private Client law matters.
• Maintain efficient systems to diarise and ensure all deadlines are met
• Demonstrate excellent client care, apply technical knowledge and communicate complex legal matters into a commercially astute and understandable format
• Meet with clients and provide expert legal advice in the legal area.
• Ensure legal knowledge is kept up-to-date and commit to continual self-development
• Run legal matters in an organised and efficient manner ensuring client document, advice history and time recording/billing processes are undertaken and recorded in accordance with firm procedures.
Person & Skill Specification:
• 3+ years demonstrable experience of managing a broad caseload of Private Client matters.
• The ability to build and manage a caseload, work under pressure to tight deadlines and be very self-motivated
• Credible past and consistent billing/financial performance
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Calm under pressure.
• Ability to support and assist in the supervision of support staff
• Good IT knowledge including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Full driving licence/own transport is essential as there may be an element of travelling to various locations to attend clients, professionals and company offices.
This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment where a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.
Closing date: - 13th April 2023
We are an equal opportunities employer
If you wish to apply for this position, please click on the following link: https://www.bannerjones.co.uk/pages/how-to-apply
Please note, closing dates on vacancies are provided as a guideline. Banner Jones Ltd reserves the right to close a vacancy earlier than the stated closing date. If there are high volumes of applications received for the position, we may not be able to respond to candidates who have been unsuccessful. If you do not hear back from the Company within three weeks of the closing date then please take this as confirmation that your application has been unsuccessful and thank you for your interest in Banner Jones Ltd.
Posted 17/03/23
Family Lawyer
Beeston (primarily office based with some opportunities for hybrid working)
Hours – full time - 35 hours per week (part time considered)
Salary – commensurate with experience and qualifications
We are a multi-disciplinary high street legal practice serving clients in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire for 130 years. Our mission is to establish lifelong relationships with our clients by anticipating and responding to their needs for quality legal services.
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Family Lawyer to join our growing team and help us achieve this mission. The varied caseload will include divorce, financial settlements, cohabitation agreements, civil partnerships, children matters, high-value private family matters and prenuptial agreements so previous experience in these areas will be required.
We are looking for a proactive and results focused individual able to engage with clients and colleagues in a professional and friendly manner, establish and maintain excellent relationships and provide high quality legal support during difficult times.
You must be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a proven track record of meeting billing targets, strong organisational and administrative skills and a methodical, accurate and detailed approach. The ability to multi task, work to tight deadlines and work effectively in a team and on your own initiative are also vital.
In return we offer a range of benefits including a health cash plan scheme, wellbeing support, 24/7 advice and information line, discretionary bonus schemes, generous annual leave, selling annual leave scheme, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to join a company that cares.
We also provide Resolution membership and access to two different well respected online legal research resources along with a range of learning and development opportunities.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact Ben Bourne on ben.bourne@ellis-fermor.co.uk
Closing date – Open
For more information about the role and about Ellis-Fermor and Negus Solicitors please visit https://www.ellis-fermor.co.uk/careers
To apply please send your CV and covering letter to applications@ellis-fermor.co.uk.
Added on 21/03/23
Lawyer/Junior Lawyer
We have the following exciting new opportunities to join our Legal Service
Lawyer (Planning) Grade 9 £38,296 - £42,503 pa (Ref COR1339P)
Lawyer (Property) Grade 9 £38,296 - £42,503 pa (Ref COR 1340P)
Junior Lawyer Grade 7 £32,020 - £34,723 pa (Ref COR 1341P)
Full Time, Permanent roles
We are reaching out to legal professionals who have experience of working in one or more of the following areas:
• Planning law
• Residential property
• Commercial property
• Contracts
• General litigation
Working within our small and friendly team, you will have the opportunity to use your initiative and influence to shape service delivery. You will provide clear and succinct advice to internal and external customers at all levels as well as undertake legal research on complex matters. You’ll also be managing your own case load so you will need to manage your time effectively to comply with deadlines therefore you need to have the ability to work under pressure.
You will be based at the Council offices in Worksop but as a Council, we’re no longer reliant on a fixed desk, in a fixed building with fixed working hours approach. Remote and new ways of working are our new norm and you will be provided with the technology to enable you to divide your time between the office and home.
If you would like more information about these roles, please contact Stella Bacon at (01909) 533533 or by email stella.bacon@bassetlaw.gov.uk
We will value your contributions, give you access to a free healthcare cash plan and benefits, offer a very generous 26-32 days holiday package (pro-rata, plus public/bank holidays) and give you the option to purchase additional annual leave days tax-free. We will double your monthly pension contributions and provide the option to join our shared cost AVC scheme, offer discounted car parking of around £4 per month, and family friendly policies.
To apply please visit www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/ where you can upload your current CV and a covering letter or supporting statement. Please ensure you detail your experience, qualification, skills, achievements and/or abilities that are relevant for the role(s) that you are applying for. Please also clearly indicate in your cover letter which of these 3 roles you wish to be considered for, quoting the above relevant job reference number(s). You should use specific examples. We are looking for evidence that you can thrive in the role advertised.
Closing date: 14th April 2023
Interview date: To be confirmed
Posted 28/03/23
Full time (35 hours) Accounts Assistant
• Salary scale – £21,575 to £24,054 (NJC SCP 5 to 11), starting salaries can be negotiated dependant on applicant’s experience and qualifications
• Contract – 35 hours
• Duration – Permanent
• Job Share - Suitable
Application deadline: 9am, 12th April 2023
Interview date: Week of 24th April 2023 – Actual date to be confirmed
Benefits:
• 32 days’ annual leave, plus 12 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Flexible working arrangements, including TOIL
• Excellent Pension Scheme with Employer Contribution at 8%
• Generous sick, maternity, paternity and parental leave conditions
• Dedicated training budget
• Family friendly policies
• Casual smart dress code
An application pack available via our website under the news and events page- www.derbyshirelawcentre.org.uk
NB: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVs.
We are a leading Law Centre providing specialist legal advice to communities across Derbyshire. We are adaptive, innovative and energetic, with a collective management structure and multiple funding streams.
This post is part of the Admin Unit and specialises in the day to day book-keeping of the organisation, alongside a Finance Apprentice.
The role
We are looking to recruit an experienced book-keeper.
The postholder will work closely with the Finance Lead and will produce balanced accounts so that Trustees can receive Management Accounts on a regular basis.
The postholder will also work on the varied types of income, allocating as appropriate to restricted and unrestricted funds.
Location of post
The post will be based in our Chesterfield office but we are currently working on a hybrid system with full time staff expected to be in the office 3 days per week. However, the first 3 months will be working totally from the office.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
You should have at least 3 years minimum book-keeping experience, preferably using Sage 50 (or similar) software and an understanding of budgets and cashflow.
You may have payroll experience and have managed personnel files.
Experience of managing partial exemption VAT records is an advantage, but not essential.
Organisation
Derbyshire Law Centre is a registered not-for-profit legal charity which was founded in 1989. The Law Centre enjoys support from public and voluntary sectors and communities across Derbyshire. Its primary aim is to provide free specialist legal services in areas of social welfare law to individuals and families on low incomes, including debt, discrimination, housing, employment and immigration.
Derbyshire Law Centre is a Disability Confident employer.
Derbyshire Law Centre strives to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from BAME and LGBT+ communities are particularly encouraged to apply as those groups are currently under-represented in our work force.
A full information pack for this post is available through Derbyshire Law Centre website, under the news and events section.
If you require any further information, please contact Nikki Tugby on 01246 550674.
Posted 29/03/23
Civil Litigation Solicitor/Legal Executive
An opportunity has arisen to join a Lexcel accredited Chesterfield-based firm as a civil litigation solicitor or legal executive with immediate start available for the most suitable candidate. We offer a flexible working arrangement,
We are a traditional firm with a long-established reputation for being client-focussed, priding ourselves on establishing long term relationships with our clients.
With a minimum of 5 years post-qualifying experience you will be proficient in handling a large, pre-existing caseload of litigation matters to include; contract disputes, landlord and tenant issues, boundary disputes, company and partnership disputes, building matters, consumer disputes and professional negligence claims. You will be able to confidently work with minimum supervision.
This role offers an opportunity for career progression for the right candidate.
Remuneration is negotiable with generous holiday entitlement.
This a fantastic career opportunity for the most suitable candidate to further their career as well as enhance the reputation of the Firm.
Email: ashley@andersonslaw.co.uk
Posted 13/02/23
Private Client Fee Earner (Solicitor, Legal Executive or similar)
Full time – 35 hpw
Belper with some opportunities for hybrid working
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
This is a great opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career as a Solicitor, Legal Executive or similar with experience in Wills and Probate who now wants to build on this experience and develop a career in this area.
Working on a range of private client matters including wills, probate, LPAs and Court of Protection applications you will be responsible for supporting colleagues and providing professional legal support to clients.
You must be able to work to deadlines, have an excellent eye for detail, manage your own workload (with support as required), provide excellent client care and have a track record of meeting billing targets coupled with a methodical approach and high levels of accuracy.
In return we can offer a supportive work environment, development and learning opportunities, a varied caseload, opportunities for hybrid working, and the chance to join a company that cares.
We are a multi-disciplinary high street legal practice serving clients in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire for over 125 years and our mission is to establish lifelong relationships with all our clients by anticipating and responding to their needs for quality legal services.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact Grace Steele, Director and Head of Department, on grace.steele@ellis-fermor.co.uk
Closing date – Open
To apply please send your CV and covering letter to applications@ellis-fermor.co.uk.
Posted 14.02.23
PART TIME CONVEYANCING MANAGER
Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire
Circa £25k (for 21 hours per week)
Reporting to the Head of Department, this brand new post will be responsible for ensuring our residential conveyancing teams continue to provide high quality services and comply with all regulatory obligations, policies and procedures.
You will review and implement new processes and workflows and work with our Compliance Management Officer to ensure compliance in areas such as file reviews, audits, appraisals and anti-money laundering checks. You will also liaise with external bodies, ensure accreditations are maintained, arrange and lead meetings and deal with complaints.
We’re seeking someone with exceptional organisational and time-management skills, able to multi-task, prioritise and manage multiple work streams concurrently. Significant administrative experience plus excellent IT and communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential.
You must have previous experience of ensuring compliance in a regulated industry coupled with experience of implementing systems, workflows and processes. Previous residential conveyancing experience is desirable.
Mainly based in our Long Eaton office, there may be some opportunities for hybrid working and you will also need to visit our other offices in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire so will need access to transport.
We can offer a diverse and interesting role, a supportive work environment, generous annual leave, learning and development opportunities, wellbeing support, flexible working opportunities and the chance to join a company that cares.
Closing date – Open
To apply please send your CV and covering letter to applications@ellis-fermor.co.uk.
For more information about the role and about Ellis-Fermor and Negus Solicitors please visit https://www.ellis-fermor.co.uk/careers
Posted 14.02.23
Care Solicitor
An opportunity has arisen to join a Lexcel accredited Chesterfield-based firm as a care solicitor with immediate start available for the most suitable candidate. We are a traditional firm with a long-established reputation for being client-focussed.
You will be responsible for conducting a varied caseload, the majority of which will be cases in publicly funded care proceedings, and in the PLO pre-proceedings process. As an accredited member of the Law Society’s Children Law Panel, you will have excellent communication, analytical and drafting skills, being able to manage a full caseload with advocacy.
This role offers an opportunity for career progression for the right candidate.
Remuneration is negotiable with generous holiday entitlement.
This a fantastic career opportunity for the most suitable candidate to further their career as well as enhance the reputation of the Firm.
Email: ashley@andersonslaw.co.uk
Posted 15/02/23
Legal Specialist – Immigration Specialist (Lawyer/Solicitor)
STARTING SALARY: Specialist: £27,852
Salary scale – £27,852 to £34,723 (SCP 19 to 28), starting salaries can be negotiated dependant on applicants experience and qualifications
Contract – 35 hours
Duration – Permanent
Job Share - Suitable
Application deadline: 9;30am 24th April 2023
Interview date: TBC week 1st May 2023
Benefits:
• 32 days’ annual leave, plus 12 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Flexible working arrangements, including TOIL
• Excellent Pension Scheme with Employer Contribution at 8%
• Generous sick, maternity, paternity and parental leave conditions
• Dedicated training budget
• Family friendly policies
• Casual smart dress code
A full application pack is available via our website under the News and Events page. www.derbyshirelawcentre.org.uk .
NB: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVs.
We are a leading Law Centre providing specialist legal advice to communities across Derbyshire. We are adaptive, innovative and energetic, with a collective management structure and multiple funding streams. We have a well-established immigration team, being one of very few providers of free specialist legal advice in immigration in Derbyshire.
The role
The role requires a good knowledge and experience of immigration law and procedures, including domestic and international human rights, EUSS Applications, nationality and citizenship. You must have a willingness to set up and take part in outreach sessions and undertake home visits, whilst being able to work with and advise the public by phone, virtually, in person and in writing.
This role is a member of our collective management structure, therefore experience of day-to-day decision-making responsibilities would be advantageous.
Location of post
The post will be based in our Chesterfield office, but we are currently working on a hybrid system with full time staff expected to be in the office 3 days per week.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
Applicants should have experience of providing legal advice across a variety of platforms. Due to the structure of the organisation, the role title will be caseworker, however, it is suitable for a Solicitor or Legal Executive. Experience of managing staff/volunteers and management in a voluntary setting would also be very welcome.
Organisation
Derbyshire Law Centre is a registered not-for-profit legal charity which was founded in 1989. The Law Centre enjoys support from public and voluntary sectors and communities across Derbyshire. Its primary aim is to provide free specialist legal services in areas of social welfare law to individuals and families on low incomes, including debt, discrimination, housing, employment and immigration.
Derbyshire Law Centre is a Disability Confident employer.
Derbyshire Law Centre strives to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from BAME and LGBT+ communities are particularly encouraged to apply as those groups are currently under-represented in our work force.
A full information pack for this post is available through Derbyshire Law Centre website, under the news and events section.
If you require any further information, please contact Nikki Tugby on 01246 550674
Posted 29/03/23
Vacancy at the University of Derby Law School
Derby Law School is seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer to teach criminal and family law and legal skills and to supervise and assist in developing legal clinics within the Student Legal Advice Centre. We are looking for someone with practitioner experience, a passion for learning and teaching and improving access to justice. Teaching experience is not essential as training will be provided. This is a full time post but we will consider splitting the role into two part time posts. Please contact either Sue Jennings (s.jennings@derby.ac.uk ) or Kaye Howells (k.howells@derby.ac.uk<mailto:k.howells@derby.ac.uk>) for further information. Full details of the post can be found here https://www.derby.ac.uk/jobs/current-vacancies/senior-lecturer-law/
Posted 27/03/23
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