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Commercial Senior Associate 4 years PQE l Top 100 Firm l Bath

The firm:

This firm has a strong foothold in the South West market, reaching into the Thames Valley and London. They are a full-service law firm operating across corporate, commercial, agriculture, employment, IT/IP, real estate and the full range of services to the individual.

They are very modern in approach but have managed to retain a family feel which makes them an excellent firm to consider. They are known for nurturing local legal talent and have excellent staff retention rates which have allowed them to expand in recent years.

Their departments are ranked in the top tiers across multiple practice areas and they continue to make strategic hires to strengthen their foothold in the regions.

You will find a supportive culture where partners are accessible to all. The firm has a strong leadership team and ambitious plans to continue to take more market share, making now an exciting time to join the firm.

The role:

Opportunity for a Commercial Senior Associate 4 years PQE to progress within a high-quality commercial team in Bath.

You will have a broad diet of work from routine commercial contracts to significant outsourcing projects in IT and exciting Tech/FinTech exposure.

There's a lot of really exciting work in the pipeline and this is a dedicated team that is genuinely enthusiastic about delivering for their clients, making it an energising environment to work in.

You will be given a high level of exposure from the outset and a platform to raise your profile within the commercial space.

The ideal candidate:

Commercial Senior Associate 4 years PQEHighly meticulous, commercially focused and outcome orientatedTrack record in business development & marketing the department projects

Benefits:

Market-leading salary and generous benefits packageAccess to the most impactful and high-profile work availableOpportunity to work alongside leading individuals and next-generation partners

This is a highly coveted opportunity, suitable for a Commercial Senior Associate 4 years PQE with the experience and ambition to be part of a powerhouse team operating out of Bath.

Contentious Construction Associate 3 years PQE or CILEX l Top 100 Firm l Bath

The firm:

This firm has a strong foothold in the South West market, reaching into the Thames Valley and London. They are a full-service law firm operating across corporate, commercial, agriculture, employment, IT/IP, real estate and the full range of services to the individual.

They are very modern in approach but have managed to retain a family feel which makes them an excellent firm to consider. They are known for nurturing local legal talent and have excellent staff retention rates which have allowed them to expand in recent years.

Their departments are ranked in the top tiers across multiple practice areas and they continue to make strategic hires to strengthen their foothold in the regions.

You will find a supportive culture where partners are accessible to all. The firm has a strong leadership team and ambitious plans to continue to take more market share, making now an exciting time to join the firm.

The role:

Opportunity for a dynamic Contentious Construction Associate 3 years PQE or CILEX seeking a role based in Bath.

You will advise on a mix of disputes in the pre-action stage and in adjudication, arbitration, mediation and in court. Claims will relate to time, money and defective work/design, during and after the construction phase.

You will work very closely with the firm's transactional construction team to provide a 360 service when it comes to risk management for client projects within sectors including renewable energy, residential development, operation/maintenance/service contracts and facilities management.

The firm would be open to hearing from those who are perhaps practicing within a general commercial litigation practice at the moment, but want to specialise solely in construction disputes, alongside those who are existing specialists.

The ideal candidate:

Contentious Construction Solicitor 3 years PQE or CILEX seeking a varied diet of workDesire and ability to contribute to business development projects and be hands-on with clientsTeam player who enjoys being in a collegiate atmosphere

Benefits:

Highly competitive salary package and excellent benefitsOutstanding training, development and knowledge programsOpportunity to work alongside leading individuals and next-generation Partners

This is a highly coveted opportunity, suitable for a Contentious Construction Associate 3 years PQE or CILEX with the experience and ambition to be part of a powerhouse team operating out of Bath.

Corporate Solicitor 2-4 years PQE l Top 100 Firm l Bristol

The firm:

This Top 100 firm is a pioneer in creating private wealth and facilitating growth across a range of personal and business services across the South West region.

They are ranked Tier 1 for multiple commercial services and operate one of the largest and most technically advanced private capital practices in the region. A substantial cohort of their lawyers is recognised in the legal directories which speak to the strength and depth within the firm.

Notable sector expertise spans across Energy & Resource Management; Charities; Tech; Digital Health & Lifesciences; Sport; Homes, Communities & Regeneration; Ports, Harbours and Coastal Development; Public Sector; Retail; Rural.

This firm has a distinctly modern, sophisticated style which is straightforward yet down to earth. Their lawyers enjoy more of a relaxed atmosphere with lots of social events in the calendar, flexibility to work in a way that suits and a proper balance between work and home life.

The role:

Opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Solicitor 2-4 years PQE to join a high-quality practice in Bristol.

This team undertakes the full range of corporate transactional work encompassing M&A, venture capital, cross-border transactions, private equity investments, joint ventures and restructurings.

This hire will be given a high level of exposure and a platform to build your practice with a focus on the work you most enjoy, with the opportunity to work with PE houses, public companies and private organisations.

You will be given a high level of exposure from the outset and a platform to raise your profile within the corporate space.

The ideal candidate:

Corporate Solicitor 2-4 years PQE with experience in a leading corporate departmentHighly meticulous, commercially focused and outcome orientatedTrack record in business development & marketing the department projects

Benefits:

Competitive salary package and excellent benefitsAccess to the most impactful and high-profile work availableOpportunity to work alongside leading individuals and next-generation partners

Exciting opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Solicitor 2-4 years PQE to join a leading corporate team in Bristol.

Corporate Associate 5-6 years PQE l Top 100 Firm l Bristol

The firm:

This Top 100 firm is a pioneer in creating private wealth and facilitating growth across a range of personal and business services across the South West region.

They are ranked Tier 1 for multiple commercial services and operate one of the largest and most technically advanced private capital practices in the region. A substantial cohort of their lawyers is recognised in the legal directories which speak to the strength and depth within the firm.

Notable sector expertise spans across Energy & Resource Management; Charities; Tech; Digital Health & Lifesciences; Sport; Homes, Communities & Regeneration; Ports, Harbours and Coastal Development; Public Sector; Retail; Rural.

This firm has a distinctly modern, sophisticated style which is straightforward yet down to earth. Their lawyers enjoy more of a relaxed atmosphere with lots of social events in the calendar, flexibility to work in a way that suits and a proper balance between work and home life.

The role:

Opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Associate 5-6 years PQE to join a high-quality practice in Bristol.

This team undertakes the full range of corporate transactional work encompassing M&A, venture capital, cross-border transactions, private equity investments, joint ventures and restructurings.

This individual will be given a high level of exposure and a platform to continue building a practice focussing on the work you most enjoy, with the opportunity to work with PE houses, public companies and private organisations.

The team is looking for someone who is passionate about business development as they will give you the platform to network amongst the biggest and best in the industry. Therefore, you must have advanced communication skills and a genuine entrepreneurial flair.

The ideal candidate:

Corporate Associate 5-6 years PQE with experience in a leading corporate departmentHighly meticulous, commercially focused and outcome orientatedTrack record in business development & marketing the department projects

Benefits:

Competitive salary package and excellent benefitsAccess to the most impactful and high-profile work availableOpportunity to work alongside leading individuals and next-generation partners

Exciting opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Associate 5-6 years PQE to join a leading corporate team in Bristol.

Tax, Trusts & Estates Legal Director 8 years PQE l Top 100 Firm l Bristol

The firm:

This Top 100 firm has a prominent reputation across the UK and continues to enjoy success on a national platform. They act on major real estate, corporate and commercial mandates for multinationals, SMEs and start-ups whilst utilising their regional expertise and network.

They are ranked Tier 1 for multiple commercial services and a substantial cohort of their lawyers are recognised in the legal directories which speaks to the strength and depth to be found at this firm.

The unique offerings of this firm are the quality of training, the complexity of work and partner approachability. There's not a stuffy corporate culture and they want to maintain a friendly and down-to-earth working environment for their lawyers.

The role:

Opportunity for a Tax, Trusts & Estates Legal Director 8 years PQE seeking a role orientated around growth and expansion, based in Bristol.

Your main focus will be on tax, trusts and lifetime planning matters for some of the wealthiest individuals and families in the UK. Therefore, the firm is interested to hear from those that are STEP qualified as well as any additional tax qualifications.

As a senior member of the team, you oversee, mentor and train junior and mid-level fee-earners in the team and be a positive influence over the department.

The firm is looking for someone who can make a significant contribution to the practice and drive forward the ongoing success and growth of its Private Client department.

The ideal candidate:

Private Client Solicitor 8 years PQEExcellent technical knowledge together with a commercial approach to legal servicesAbility to contribute to lead business development projects and manage a team

Benefits:

Salary is negotiable depending on your level of PQE plus an exceptional benefits packageUnrivalled flexible working approach, trust and autonomy to work in a way that suits you bestHigh-quality pipeline of work in place and an excellent platform for growth

Exciting opportunity for an ambitious Tax, Trusts & Estates Legal Director 8 years PQE to join a highly successful practice in Bristol.

Care & Child Protection Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX l Bridgwater

The firm:

Proud to be a leader within the Somerset market, this Legal 500-ranked regional firm offers a familiar local touch when delivering legal services for its clients.

They have a rich legacy of serving the local community for well over 100 years and it's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective.

The role:

This firm is looking to appoint a Care & Child Protection Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to work in their thriving Bridgwater office.

This highly rated childcare team handles a wide range of work including adoption orders, child arrangement orders, child custody, police protection orders, special guardianship orders and child protection review conferences. They represent parents, grandparents and other family members.

Due to the expansion of the team and increased workloads, the role comes with prospects for career progression and development.

The ideal candidate:

Care & Child Protection Solicitor 2 years PQE Dedicated, empathetic and committed to delivering the very best client careA team player and willing to get involved with business development and networking activities

Benefits:

Competitive salary package and a flexible approach to workingA genuine meritocracy and opportunity to developA thriving workload with the scope to take on the types of family work you enjoy

This leading regional firm is seeking to appoint a dedicated Care & Child Protection Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to join their well-regarded team based in Bridgwater.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX l Bridgwater

The firm:

Proud to be a leader within the Somerset market, this Legal 500-ranked regional firm offers a familiar local touch when delivering legal services for its clients.

They have a rich legacy of serving the local community for well over 100 years and it's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective.

The role:

Opening for an ambitious Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to take on a leading role within a committed conveyancing team based in Bridgwater.

This role will give you the opportunity to join a department that deals with high-quality work thanks to the reputation of the property team.

You will manage a diverse caseload including both freehold and leasehold, sales and purchases, mortgages and re-mortgages, transfers of equity, equity release, help to buy, lease extensions and residential lettings for landlords, tenants and new build and plot sales.

As the firm continues to expand its operations, you will have opportunities to progress within the team and take on business development projects to enhance your presence in the market.

The ideal candidate:

Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQEYou will have strong technical knowledge across a range of conveyancing mattersExcellent communication skills and a collegiate approach to working

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and benefits packageFriendly, collegiate and supportive working environmentClear and accessible career progression pathways

This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to join a well-regarded firm based in their Bridgwater office.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to call me for a confidential conversation.

Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX l Yeovil

The firm:

Proud to be a leader within the Somerset market, this Legal 500-ranked regional firm offers a familiar local touch when delivering legal services for its clients.

They have a rich legacy of serving the local community for well over 100 years and it's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective.

The role:

Opening for an ambitious Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to take on a leading role within a committed conveyancing team based in Yeovil.

This role will give you the opportunity to join a department that deals with high-quality work thanks to the reputation of the property team.

You will manage a diverse caseload including both freehold and leasehold, sales and purchases, mortgages and re-mortgages, transfers of equity, equity release, help to buy, lease extensions and residential lettings for landlords, tenants and new build and plot sales.

As the firm continues to expand its operations, you will have opportunities to progress within the team and take on business development projects to enhance your presence in the market.

The ideal candidate:

Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQEYou will have strong technical knowledge across a range of conveyancing mattersExcellent communication skills and a collegiate approach to working

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and benefits packageFriendly, collegiate and supportive working environmentClear and accessible career progression pathways

This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to join a well-regarded firm based in their Yeovil office.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to call me for a confidential conversation.

Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX l Taunton

The firm:

Proud to be a leader within the Somerset market, this Legal 500-ranked regional firm offers a familiar local touch when delivering legal services for its clients.

They have a rich legacy of serving the local community for well over 100 years and it's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective.

The role:

Opening for an ambitious Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to take o
n a leading role within a committed conveyancing team based in Taunton.

This role will give you the opportunity to join a department that deals with high-quality work thanks to the reputation of the property team.

You will manage a diverse caseload including both freehold and leasehold, sales and purchases, mortgages and re-mortgages, transfers of equity, equity release, help to buy, lease extensions and residential lettings for landlords, tenants and new build and plot sales.

As the firm continues to expand its operations, you will have opportunities to progress within the team and take on business development projects to enhance your presence in the market.

The ideal candidate:

Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQEYou will have strong technical knowledge across a range of conveyancing mattersExcellent communication skills and a collegiate approach to working

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and benefits packageFriendly, collegiate and supportive working environmentClear and accessible career progression pathways

This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to join a well-regarded firm based in their Taunton office.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to call me for a confidential conversation.

Private Client Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX l Bridgwater

The firm:

Proud to be a leader within the Somerset market, this Legal 500-ranked regional firm offers a familiar local touch when delivering legal services for its clients.

They have a rich legacy of serving the local community for well over 100 years and it's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective.

The role:

Opportunity for a dedicated Private Client Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to join this high-quality practice in Bridgwater.

The diet of work will be varied across Wills, Trusts, tax planning, LPAs, Probate/Intestacy/Estate Administration and Deputyship Applications.

If you are STEP qualified or working toward this accreditation this is highly advantageous but not a prerequisite.

As the firm continues to expand its operations, you will have opportunities to progress within the team and take on business development projects to establish your name within the local area.

The ideal candidate:

Private Client Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEXTeam player who enjoys working in a collegiate atmosphereExcellent communication skills and desire to get involved with business development

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits packageExposure to a varied and interesting workloadExcellent career prospects for those who with the ambition and commitment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor 2 years PQE or CILEX to join this well-regarded firm in their Bridgwater office.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch for a confidential discussion.