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Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK – Fully Remote (or can work from any 1 of the UK contact centres; or hybrid) Contract: Permanent | Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We’re seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you’ll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You’ll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You’ll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We’re looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you’ll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation, or final hearing representation, where appropriate and with full coaching and support of ER Manager. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years’ ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years’ ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years’ HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY #LI-CW1

Our client is a well-established construction business delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors including commercial, education, heritage and refurbishment. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team and support the successful preparation, management and submission of competitive tenders for a variety of construction projects.Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation, management and submission of competitive tenders. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to work on varied and complex projects, contributing to bid strategy, value engineering and the continued growth of a successful construction organisation.Estimator - Position RemunerationSalary of £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday offProfit share schemeSalary sacrifice pensionDeath in service benefitCycle to work schemeFully funded training and development opportunities including technical, managerial and safety trainingRegular company events including bi-annual staff forums and awardsEstimator - Position OverviewManage the full estimating process from initial tender enquiry through to final submission and successful handoverReview tender documentation, drawings, specifications and contract requirements to establish project scope and pricing requirementsCoordinate tender requirements with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and compliant submissionsComplete detailed quantity take-offs and prepare cost estimates using labour, plant, materials and subcontractor pricingObtain, review and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations to support competitive tender submissionsDevelop project pricing strategies, cost plans and value engineering opportunities to maximise commercial performanceWork collaboratively with the bid team to prepare design and build tender submissionsLiaise with designers and technical teams to develop solutions suitable for accurate pricingContribute to tender planning, risk assessments and commercial reviews to identify and mitigate potential project risksSupport the implementation of digital estimating tools, including BIM and 5D cost planning processes where requiredPresent completed tenders for internal review and approval prior to client submissionSupport post-tender negotiations and provide detailed project handovers following successful contract awardsEstimator - Position RequirementsRelevant construction qualification such as HNC, HND or DegreeProven experience working within an estimating role within the construction industryStrong understanding of tender processes, contract documentation and construction methodologiesAbility to analyse tender documents, drawings, specifications and contract termsExperience producing accurate cost estimates and developing project pricing strategiesStrong knowledge of materials, products, labour, plant and associated construction costsAbility to obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotationsExperience with value engineering, cost planning and developing commercial solutionsGood understanding of BIM-enabled design and digital estimating tools would be advantageousAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and specificationsKnowledge of contract law, quality assurance processes and lean methodologies would be beneficialStrong IT skills with the ability to utilise relevant estimating and project softwareExcellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritiesStrong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, clients and supply chain partnersStreamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Private Client - Newcastle upon Tyne \n \n Lead a team. Shape a department. Make a meaningful difference. \n We're delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Head of Private Client to lead and develop their Private Client department. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client lawyer who is ready to take the next step into a senior leadership position. You'll combine your technical expertise with strong people leadership, commercial awareness and a genuine commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience. \n The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the department, supporting the development of colleagues, driving operational performance and maintaining the highest standards of legal service. \n \n The Role \n As Head of Private Client, you'll have overall responsibility for the leadership, performance and development of the department. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Private Client department.\n, • Managing, mentoring and developing solicitors, fee earners and support staff.\n, • Overseeing a varied Private Client caseload, with particular expertise in wills, probate and related matters.\n, • Ensuring the department delivers consistently high standards of client care and legal advice.\n, • Managing complex and sensitive matters where required, acting as a senior point of escalation.\n, • Monitoring departmental performance, workflows, financial performance and key operational metrics.\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and the overall client journey.\n, • Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth and profile of the department.\n, • Working collaboratively with other departments and senior leadership to deliver wider organisational objectives.\n, • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards.\n, • Supporting a culture of continuous learning, development and professional excellence.\n\n \n About You \n We're looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or senior Private Client lawyer who is ready to take ownership of a department and make a genuine leadership impact. \n You'll ideally bring: \n\n • Significant experience across Private Client law, particularly wills and probate.\n, • A strong track record of managing complex matters and delivering excellent client outcomes.\n, • Previous experience of supervising, mentoring or managing legal professionals.\n, • The confidence and credibility to lead a team and influence at senior level.\n, • Strong commercial and operational awareness, alongside excellent technical legal knowledge.\n, • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A proactive approach to business development and identifying opportunities for departmental growth.\n, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.\n, • A commitment to developing people and creating a positive, high-performing team culture.\n\n \n Why Consider This Opportunity? \n This is more than a traditional legal leadership position. It's an opportunity to shape the direction of an established Private Client department, develop talented professionals and make a lasting impact on the quality of service provided to clients. \n You'll benefit from: \n\n • Departmental leadership: Take ownership of the strategy, performance and development of the Private Client team.\n, • People development: Mentor and support experienced professionals while helping to shape the next generation of talent.\n, • Strategic influence: Work closely with senior leadership and play an important role in wider organisational decisions.\n, • Professional autonomy: Have the freedom and responsibility to identify improvements and implement meaningful change.\n, • Career progression: Join a senior leadership environment where your expertise and ideas can have real influence.\n, • Meaningful work: Continue to deliver a client-focused service that makes a genuine difference to individuals and families.\n\n \n Ready for Your Next Leadership Challenge? \n If you're an experienced Private Client professional who is ready to lead, develop and grow a department, we'd love to hear from you. \n This is an exciting opportunity to step into a senior position where you can combine legal expertise, people leadership and strategic thinking. \n Apply now or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment to find out more about this Head of Private Client opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne. \n

Stantec is seeking a strategic and driven Regional Commercial Lead (RCL) to join our thriving UK Water business. This is a pivotal leadership role within our North region as we accelerate our delivery across the transformative AMP8 cycle and the Scottish Water SR27 investment periods. With a robust portfolio of capital programs across the North of England and Scotland—most notably our integral roles within the Scottish Water Enterprise, Yorkshire Water and Nortumbrian Water—this region is a cornerstone of our national growth and technical excellence.This role offers a unique opportunity to shape our commercial approach to some of the UK’s most significant environmental and infrastructure challenges. As we navigate the unprecedented investment levels of the coming years, you will be instrumental in managing complex, multi-party delivery models and driving commercial performance within the strategic partnerships in Scottish Water Enterprise, Yorkshire Water and Northumbrian Water.ABOUT THE ROLEAs Regional Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring that we have a healthy, profitable, and sustainable business while effectively managing and balancing business risk and growth. You will provide strategic oversight on the commercial elements of bids and developing competitive proposals with partner organisations that meet business objectives and provide opportunities for outperformance.Working alongside our Senior Leadership Team to drive operational excellence, you will implement and improve controlled commercial strategies to enable business growth. Furthermore, you will lead stakeholder management by building and maintaining strong working relationships with Client and Partner Commercial Leads.YOUR IMPACTYou will have the opportunity to have a significant impact across the Water Business. By providing commercial leadership to the regional leadership group, you will inspire and motivate the team to deliver best practice in commercial and risk performance management.Your ability to challenge conventional thinking and foster a collaborative culture will be the catalyst for our sustainable growth. You will play a direct hand in securing our future portfolio, ensuring that Stantec remains a market leader in the delivery of critical water infrastructure. Your focus on proactive risk management and strategic partnership will protect the business while enabling us to take on the most ambitious projects in the sector.ABOUT YOUYou are an experienced Commercial Lead with a solid understanding of how to drive change within professional services teams.Education: Ideally qualified with a relevant degree (Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or Business).Industry Knowledge: Experience in the regulated water sector is highly desirable; experience within a design and build or consultancy environment is an advantage.Technical Expertise: Exemplary experience in NEC4 contract management practices and various Alliance/Enterprise delivery models common in the water industry.Analytical Skills: Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret complex financial systems and reports.Leadership Style: A high degree of self-management and the ability to influence staff and partners across all seniority levels.Mobility: As this role covers the North of the UK, you must be willing to travel to client and project offices when required.WHY JOIN US?We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued.We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025.We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid-for professional subscriptions.Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland—especially in the South—and we want you to be part of it.Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, private medical insurance, and flexible "buy/sell" annual leave.Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.About StantecThe Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.ReqID: 8706Other Locations: Glasgow, Belfast, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Warrington#additional

60,000 - 80,000 Per Annum Permanent Newcastle upon Tyne 3-6 Posted around 1 month ago Expires In 1 Month Job Description Property Litigation Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Newcastle, up to 80,000 + Excellent Benefits (DOE) – Are you a Property Litigation Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a respected Legal 500 practice? This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving disputes team that is recognised for delivering practical, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base. JOB REF:4368.THE ROLE:• This growing firm is seeking an experienced solicitor to handle a varied caseload of contentious property matters while working alongside highly regarded specialists in a supportive and collaborative environment. • You will advise commercial clients, developers, landlords, landowners and private individuals on a wide range of complex property disputes, with genuine opportunities to develop your expertise and progress your career.• You will enjoy significant client contact, managing your own files from instruction through to resolution while working closely with colleagues across the wider property and litigation teams. • The role also offers the opportunity to become involved in networking, business development and helping to strengthen the firm's growing presence in the market.SKILLS REQUIRED:• At least 3 years' PQE with solid experience in property litigation.• Strong technical knowledge and a commercial approach to problem solving.• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.• The ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently.• A proactive attitude towards business development and building professional networks.• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a team.ON OFFER:• Competitive remuneration package• Genuine career progression• Hybrid working arrangementsHOW TO APPLY:Contact Melanie Daly at eNL on 0113 320 0575 or email melanie.daly@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Corporate Solicitor / 3+ PQE / Newcastle Upon Tyne / c£75,000 DOE / Take the next step in your corporate career with a thriving team advising on high value transactions across a diverse range of sectors, where you'll enjoy excellent client exposure, strong deal flow and outstanding opportunities for progression – To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 4914OVERVIEW:• Excellent opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor to join a busy and highly regarded corporate team offering high quality transactional work and genuine long term career progression.• Manage a varied caseload of corporate finance and company law matters.• Advise a diverse client base including owner managed businesses, listed companies, investors and lenders.• Support on larger, high value corporate transactions across a range of industry sectors.• Draft and negotiate transactional documents, corporate governance documentation and commercial agreements.• Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering commercially focused legal advice.• Contribute to the supervision and development of junior team members.• Play an active role in networking and business development initiatives.• Suitable for qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in corporate law.• Strong experience in corporate finance and transactional work gained in private practice or in-house.• Confident managing your own caseload while contributing effectively to complex team led transactions.• Excellent technical ability, communication and organisational skills are essential.• Experience supervising or mentoring junior Lawyers would be advantageous.• Join a highly active and ambitious corporate team with an impressive regional reputation and strong deal flow.• Supportive and forward thinking working environment with excellent opportunities for professional development, career progression and work-life balance. HOW TO APPLY:Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on / or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Working for a leading, international law firm within their commercial finance function \n \n The Role \n This is a key role responsible for transforming financial and operational data into actionable commercial insight and reporting. The successful candidate will lead a team of finance analysts and be accountable for the quality, consistency and presentation of management information used by business stakeholders. \n \n Strong leadership and development of the team is important, but this role will also be hands on, combining analytical excellence with strong stakeholder engagement, ensuring decision-makers receive relevant, timely and compelling insights that drive performance improvement and strategic outcomes. As such, the successful candidate will be a highly commercial finance professional with excellent communication skills, strong financial acumen and the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Analysis & Commercial Insight (45%) \n\n • Lead the production of insightful financial and operational analysis across practices, sectors, clients and offices\n, • Develop actionable recommendations that support profitable growth, improved productivity and enhanced financial performance\n, • Identify commercial opportunities, emerging risks and performance trends through proactive analysis\n, • Deliver deep-dive reviews relating to:\n, • Partner performance\n, • Client profitability / financial performance\n, • Matter economics\n, • Practice group and sector performance\n, • Working capital management\n, • Strategic investment decisions\n, • Perform scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decision-making\n, • Own the delivery of various legal sector benchmarking submissions\n, • Becoming a SME for the data, KPIs, systems and models used by Finance. The successful candidate will also drive increased use of predictive analytics and AI-enabled analytical capabilities\n, • Working with the team to schedule and conduct regular financial data audits and quality assurance work to ensure all data that underpins commercial finance activities is trusted, e.g. cost rates, units, notional salaries, profitability calculations, revenue\n\n \n Executive Reporting & Presentations (20%) \n\n • Own the responsibility for production of high-quality presentations for:\n, • The Management Committee\n, • Sector and Office Heads\n, • Practice Group Leaders\n, • Partner meetings\n, • Translate complex financial information into concise, compelling and visually engaging narratives.\n, • Ensure reporting focuses on business outcomes, key messages and management actions rather than purely financial data\n, • Maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency and professional presentation across all reporting outputs\n\n \n Team Leadership (20%) \n\n • Lead, coach and develop a team of three Finance Analysts, providing a structured framework to ensure a high-quality analytical capability which is underpinned by developmental support and coaching for team members\n, • Establish clear performance expectations and development plans\n, • Create a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, curiosity, and always being “on the case”\n, • Review and validate team analytical outputs to ensure quality and consistency\n, • Champion automation and efficiency initiatives that reduce manual reporting effort and increase analytical capacity. Promote a data-driven culture throughout the team\n\n \n Business Partnering and Stakeholder Management (15%) \n\n • Understand stakeholder priorities and proactively identify opportunities where financial analysis can support decision-making\n, • Act as a trusted commercial advisor to stakeholders, helping to interpret performance and identify practical actions for ownership and follow-up\n, • Confidently influence stakeholder decisions through evidence-based recommendations and constructive commercial challenge\n, • Partner with colleagues across Finance to provide joined-up insight and avoid siloed analysis\n, • Provide support with financial planning activities, including budgets and forecasts\n\n \n Skills and Experience Required \n Essential \n\n • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)\n, • Experience leading analytical finance teams\n, • A high degree of commercial acumen\n, • Strong financial modelling and data analysis skills with advanced Excel capability.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication. Emotionally resilient, and has strength of personality to ensure the perspective of Finance is clearly communicated. The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure\n, • Excellent soft skills including the ability to influence or challenge senior stakeholders when necessary\n, • A continuous improvement mentality to support development of self, colleagues and business processes and interactions\n, • Attention to detail as well as an ability to see the bigger picture\n, • A dynamic and collaborative team-player with a “can-do” attitude who is transparent and has a straightforward approach\n, • Gravitas to succeed in a partnership environment and to gain respect as a trusted advisor\n, • Hard-working and an ambition to grow professionally\n\n \n Advantageous \n\n • Experience within a services-based business, ideally within a professional services environment\n, • Experience using AI-enabled reporting and analytical tools\n\n

Employment Solicitor | 4+ PQE | Newcastle | Hybrid WorkingLooking for high-quality employment work, genuine career progression and a firm that truly invests in its people? I'm currently working with a highly regarded regional law firm that is continuing to invest in the growth of its Employment team and is keen to speak with experienced Employment Solicitors who are looking for their next opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and well-established team acting for a diverse commercial client base across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The Role You'll advise a wide variety of business clients on all aspects of employment law, building long-term relationships while working closely with colleagues across the wider commercial teams. The work is varied and includes:\n\n • Advising employers on day-to-day HR and employment law issues.\n, • Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish.\n, • Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements.\n, • Advising on disciplinary, grievance and redundancy processes.\n, • Supporting corporate transactions with employment law advice.\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships.\n, • Playing an active role in business development and networking.\nAbout You I'm keen to speak with candidates who have:\n\n, • Around 4+ years' PQE in Employment Law (applications from those with significant pre-qualification employment experience will also be considered).\n, • Experience advising employer clients across both contentious and advisory matters.\n, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.\n, • A proactive, collaborative approach.\n, • A genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service.\nWhy This Opportunity? This firm has built an excellent reputation not only for the quality of its work, but also for the way it looks after its people. Career progression is genuinely encouraged, and you'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking environment where people are trusted, developed and recognised. Benefits\n\n, • Competitive salary\n, • Hybrid and flexible working\n, • 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays\n, • Private Medical Insurance\n, • Enhanced pension\n, • Birthday leave\n, • Ongoing training and career development\n, • Genuine long-term progression opportunities\nIf you're curious about what's happening in the Employment market or would simply like a confidential conversation about this opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, please contact Beth Livings at QED Legal.

Paralegal – Agriculture & EstatesNewcastle | Full-Time | Excellent Career Progression I'm currently working with a leading North of England law firm that has an outstanding reputation for both the quality of its work and the way it looks after its people. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK's largest and most highly regarded Agriculture & Estates teams, based in Newcastle. If you're a Paralegal looking to build a long-term career within a specialist team that offers exceptional training and progression, this is an opportunity not to be missed.The Opportunity Working alongside experienced lawyers, you'll gain exposure to a unique mix of Agricultural Property and Private Client work, supporting landowners, farming businesses and high-net-worth individuals with a broad range of legal matters. Your responsibilities will include:\n\n • Assisting with agricultural property and estate planning matters.\n, • Drafting legal documents and correspondence.\n, • Handling client enquiries and assisting with new instructions.\n, • Preparing and submitting Land Registry, Probate Registry and Companies House applications.\n, • Drafting and submitting SDLT returns.\n, • Using case management systems to progress matters efficiently.\n, • Providing wider support across the team where required.\nThis is a varied role offering excellent exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to develop your technical skills within a nationally recognised team.About You You'll ideally have:\n\n, • Previous experience working as a Paralegal within a law firm.\n, • Excellent organisational and communication skills.\n, • A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.\n, • A genuine interest in building a long-term career within a specialist legal team.\nExperience within Agriculture & Estates is desirable, although applications are equally welcomed from Paralegals with Residential or Commercial Property experience looking to move into this specialist area.What's on Offer?\n\n, • Competitive salary.\n, • 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.\n, • Private Medical Insurance.\n, • Pension scheme.\n, • Your birthday off every year.\n, • Genuine long-term career progression.\n, • A supportive, friendly and collaborative culture.\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Agriculture & Estates teams within a firm recognised as one of the best places to work, where you'll be supported to develop your career from day one.If you'd like to find out more, I'd love to have a confidential chat. Get in touch for more information or to apply.

As an Employment Legal Director in Newcastle upon Tyne, you will join a growing team within a highly regarded national employment practice. You will advise a diverse client base on complex employment matters, develop strong client relationships and play a key role in business development and mentoring junior lawyers. \n Client Details \n The firm is large commercial law firm recognised for its sector expertise, commercially focused advice and long standing client relationships, with lawyers working on complex, high quality matters that span sectors and borders. \n People development is a genuine priority, with regular training, tailored development programmes. \n Description \n The Employment Legal Director will be: \n \n • Providing strategic and commercially focused employment advice to a broad client base \n • Advising company owners, managers, HR professionals, in house lawyers and senior executives \n • Handling the full range of employment matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, dismissals and redundancy \n • Advising on complex Employment Tribunal claims, including whistleblowing and discrimination matters \n • Working on corporate transactions, including TUPE and restructuring matters \n • Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and other employment documentation \n • Advising clients on investigations and wider employee relations issues \n • Building and maintaining strong, long term client relationships \n • Developing relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders across the wider firm \n\n • Supervising junior lawyers while contributing to business development\n\n Profile \n The Employment Legal Director should be: \n \n • A solicitor with 8+ years PQE in employment law \n • Experienced across a broad range of contentious and non contentious employment matters \n • Strong technically, with experience handling Employment Tribunal claims \n • Experienced in advising on TUPE, restructuring, redundancy and complex employee relations matters \n • Commercially minded with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice to clients \n • Maintaining senior client relationships \n • Comfortable supervising and mentoring junior lawyers \n • Able to contribute proactively to business development and practice growth \n \n Job Offer \n\n • Salary of £80,000 to £90,000\n, • 5% pension contribution.\n, • 26 days of holiday leave.\n, • Performance-based bonus.\n, • Private medical insurance.\n, • Hybrid working arrangements.\n\n If you're interested in this role, apply now.

Commercial Real Estate Solicitor – NQ–3 PQE \n Newcastle | £ + Bonus | Hybrid Working \n Are you a passionate and driven Solicitor looking for an exciting role within Commercial Real estate? Interested in working within one of Newcastle's most respected and established Law firms? \n An exciting opportunity has become available within a leading firm to join a Top Legal 500 ranked Commercial Real estate department. \n You’ll work alongside a team of fantastic and highly experienced Lawyers on a varied caseload, giving you the opportunity to build strong technical experience across several areas of Real Estate. This firm offer excellent opportunities for Career growth and progression \n Perks: \n\n • Hybrid working\n, • Competitive salary + Bonus scheme\n, • Top-ranked Commercial Real Estate team\n, • Exposure to complex and high-value transactions\n, • Hands-on support from Partners and senior lawyers\n, • Strong training for junior Solicitors\n, • Genuine long-term progression opportunities\n, • Broad and varied client base\n, • Friendly and collaborative culture\n\n What You’ll Be Doing: \n\n • Advising on commercial leases and portfolio matters\n, • Handling property acquisitions and disposals\n, • Supporting investment transactions\n, • Getting involved in development and strategic land work\n, • Assisting on larger, more complex Real Estate projects\n, • Advising clients across sectors including investment and leisure\n, • Working on property finance and refinancing matters\n, • Building relationships with a varied commercial client base\n\n What We’re Looking For: \n\n • NQ–3 years’ PQE, ideally with Commercial Property experience\n, • A genuine interest in developing a career in Real Estate\n, • Strong communication and client-facing skills\n, • Commercial awareness and attention to detail\n, • Confidence managing competing priorities\n, • A proactive and collaborative approach\n\n An excellent move for a junior Commercial Property Solicitor who wants broader exposure, more complex work and the opportunity to learn from an established Real Estate team. \n Please apply now if interested and the relevant consultant will be in touch. \n #INDMALN

Rewards & Benefits on Offer; \n\n • Monday to Friday working hours promoting a healthy work/life balance\n, • Competitive starting salary\n, • Performance Based Bonus Scheme\n, • Hybrid working (office & home working) if eligible\n, • 23 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays per annum increasing to 26 days. Additional holiday for 5 years’ service\n, • Holiday purchase scheme. (You can buy up to 1 week’s annual leave)\n, • Attendance bonus\n, • Death in service following 1 years’ service\n, • Auto-enrolment company pension\n, • Employee assistance programme 24-hour helpline\n, • Travel to work schemes; bike to work scheme, public transport pass scheme\n, • Annual flu jab and eyecare scheme\n\n The Company you will be working with; \n MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our prestigious legal client on their search for a Paralegal to join their Housing Disrepair Department on a full time and permanent basis and the ideal candidate with be a law graduate. \n The Role you will be doing; \n\n • Checking and reviewing initial claim information\n, • Taking initial information from clients over telephone\n, • Sending files for triage and reviewing triage reports\n, • Identifying and processing files to be rejected\n, • Dealing with routine post, emails and telephone calls\n, • Liaising with surveyors and any other experts\n, • Dealing promptly with telephone enquiries from clients, introducers and others\n, • Assisting other team members as necessary, including various elements of file handling under supervision as and when required\n, • To carry out such other duties as might reasonably be requested by the Partners\n, • Working Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 hour lunch.\n\n About You; \n\n • Graduate of Law\n, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills\n, • Strong organisational skills and be adept at dealing with electronic case management and filing systems\n, • Excellent time management skills and will be comfortable working under time constraints, with the ability to work accurately and to meet deadlines\n, • Excellent research skills, interpersonal skills and be mindful of the need for high levels of discretion when dealing with confidential matters\n, • Good attention to detail and a strong ability to prioritise work\n, • An understanding of the importance of client care and maintaining good client relations\n, • An ability to work well within a team\n

Solicitor Team Leader – Contested LitigationNewcastle | Leadership Opportunity I'm currently working with a well-established and growing North East law firm that is looking to recruit a Solicitor Team Leader to join its successful Contested Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation solicitor who enjoys mentoring and developing others and is ready to take the next step into a leadership role, while remaining involved in high-quality, technically challenging litigation.The Opportunity Working closely with senior management, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of a busy contested litigation team. You'll be responsible for supporting, developing and motivating fee earners, ensuring the team consistently delivers excellent client service while achieving departmental objectives. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to influence performance, help shape the team's future and contribute to the continued success of a thriving litigation department.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Supervise and support a team of litigation fee earners.\n, • Provide technical guidance throughout the lifecycle of litigated claims.\n, • Work closely with senior management to achieve team and departmental performance targets.\n, • Coach, mentor and develop junior lawyers and fee earners.\n, • Authorise key stages of litigation for assistant fee earners.\n, • Monitor KPIs, case progression and overall team performance.\n, • Promote best practice, compliance and continuous improvement across the department.\n, • Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.\nAbout You You'll ideally have:\n\n, • Qualified Solicitor status.\n, • Strong experience handling RTA litigation, particularly Credit Hire and Vehicle Damage disputes.\n, • Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, Pre-Action Protocols and litigated claims.\n, • Previous experience leading, supervising or mentoring a team, or a genuine desire to step into a leadership position.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and excellent decision-making skills.\n, • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop others.\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • Competitive salary dependent on experience.\n, • The opportunity to lead an established and successful litigation team.\n, • High-quality, complex litigation work.\n, • Genuine career progression within a growing business.\n, • A supportive and collaborative working environment.\nIf you're looking for a role where you can combine your technical expertise with leadership and make a real impact within a successful litigation team, I'd love to have a confidential chat.For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact Beth Livings at QED Legal.

Legal Secretary (Part Time) \n Reed Newcastle are currently supporting a well-established and highly regarded law firm in the recruitment of an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Commercial team. \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and professional legal practice based in Newcastle city centre. The role is part time, working 16 hours per week, and would suit an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a flexible position within a supportive and collaborative legal environment. \n Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary within a law firm is essential. \n Key Responsibilities \n Reporting to the Head of Department, duties will include: \n\n • Copy typing and document production.\n, • Ensuring documents are filed accurately, both electronically and in hard copy.\n, • Acting as a point of contact for clients and handling enquiries professionally.\n, • Assisting with the preparation and management of legal documentation.\n, • Copying, preparing and dispatching correspondence and legal documentation.\n, • Managing diaries, arranging meetings and coordinating appointments.\n, • Providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners and solicitors within the Commercial team.\n\n Skills & Experience Required \n To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: \n\n • Excellent typing speed and accuracy.\n, • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and word processing systems.\n, • Previous experience working within a legal secretarial role.\n, • The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.\n, • Outstanding organisational and communication skills.\n, • Knowledge of legal terminology and legal documentation processes.\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Permanent, part-time position (16 hours per week).\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n, • Supportive and professional working environment.\n, • Opportunity to work within a respected legal team and further develop your career.\n\n If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a flexible part-time opportunity with a reputable law firm, we would welcome your application.

Job ID: JN-052026-7028801Posted: 2026-06-01Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, GBSalary: 55000 - 65000/yearType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: Mike SmithJob function: LegalSubsector: LitigationSector: Business ServicesWhere: Newcastle upon TyneContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Mike SmithTier 1 disputes team handling high value complex litigationCity quality work with international dispute exposureAbout Our Client Our client is a highly respected specialist law firm with an outstanding reputation in commercial dispute resolution. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, the firm is consistently ranked among the best litigation practices in the North of England and is regularly instructed on complex, high value disputes with national and international dimensions. Job Description The Commercial Litigation Solicitor will be: Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters Advising clients on high value corporate and commercial disputes Handling shareholder and partnership disputes Acting on complex banking and financial services litigation matters Advising on contentious probate claims Managing disputes involving landowners, developers and corporate clients Drafting pleadings, witness statements and court documentation Attending mediation's, negotiations and court hearings Building and maintaining strong client relationships Working with senior lawyers on large scale national and international disputesThe Successful Applicant The Commercial Litigation Solicitor should be / have; A solicitor between 1 and 6 years PQE Experienced in commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters Comfortable managing files with appropriate supervision Able to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem solving skills An excellent communicator with strong drafting abilities* Keen to develop within a specialist boutique litigation practiceWhat's on OfferSalary ranging from 55,000 to 70000 dependent on experience25 days of annual leavepension scheme to secure your future.Performance-based bonus structure.

70,000 - 90,000 Per Annum Permanent Newcastle upon Tyne 7-10 Posted around 1 month ago Expires In 1 Month Job Description Employment Solicitor, 6+ Years' PQE, Newcastle, 70,000 (DOE) – JOB REF:4445.THE ROLE:• Manage your own caseload, handling everything from day-to-day advisory work to Employment Tribunal litigation.• Provide pragmatic, commercial advice to employer clients on a wide range of employment matters, including TUPE, reorganisations, contracts of employment, workplace policies, disciplinary and grievance issues, and senior executive exits.• Take ownership of Employment Tribunal claims from initial instructions through to drafting pleadings, case management and advocacy where appropriate.• Mentor and support junior lawyers, sharing knowledge and helping to develop the team's talent.• Build and strengthen client relationships while contributing to networking, marketing initiatives and business development activities.SKILLS REQUIRED:• Applications are sought from Employment Solicitors with a minimum of 6 Years PQE• A strong track record of advising employer clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.• Experience managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish.• Sound knowledge of TUPE and employment issues arising from mergers and acquisitions.• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.• Strong analytical ability with the confidence to provide clear, commercially focused advice.ON OFFER:• Competitive remuneration package• Genuine career progressionHOW TO APPLY:For more information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch with Melanie Daly on 0161 850 0745 or email melanie.daly@enllegal.co.ukeNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Job ID: JN-082026-7081962Posted: 2026-08-12Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, GBType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: Mike SmithJob function: LegalSubsector: Employment / Pensions / ImmigrationSector: Business ServicesWhere: Newcastle upon TyneContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Mike SmithJoin a growing Newcastle team within a top UK law firmWork on high quality employment workAbout Our Client The firm is large commercial law firm recognised for its sector expertise, commercially focused advice and long standing client relationships, with lawyers working on complex, high quality matters that span sectors and borders.People development is a genuine priority, with regular training, tailored development programmes. Job Description The Employment Legal Director will be: Providing strategic and commercially focused employment advice to a broad client base Advising company owners, managers, HR professionals, in house lawyers and senior executives Handling the full range of employment matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, dismissals and redundancy Advising on complex Employment Tribunal claims, including whistleblowing and discrimination matters Working on corporate transactions, including TUPE and restructuring matters Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and other employment documentation Advising clients on investigations and wider employee relations issues Building and maintaining strong, long term client relationships Developing relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders across the wider firm Supervising junior lawyers while contributing to business developmentThe Successful Applicant The Employment Legal Director should be: A solicitor with 8+ years PQE in employment law Experienced across a broad range of contentious and non contentious employment matters Strong technically, with experience handling Employment Tribunal claims Experienced in advising on TUPE, restructuring, redundancy and complex employee relations matters Commercially minded with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice to clients Maintaining senior client relationships Comfortable supervising and mentoring junior lawyers Able to contribute proactively to business development and practice growthWhat's on OfferSalary of 80,000 to 90,0005% pension contribution.26 days of holiday leave.Performance-based bonus.Private medical insurance.Hybrid working arrangements.If you're interested in this role, apply now.

Practice Group / Department: Claims Team \n Job Description \n Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions. \n Our vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity. \n With over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected – defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do – ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next. \n Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary. \n About us \n Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm providing the world’s pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. Our dispute resolution practice combines sector insight with technical excellence to deliver commercially focused outcomes for our clients. \n The Role \n We are looking for a Claims Dispute & Litigation Controller to join our Claims Team in Newcastle. This role sits within a growing Newcastle disputes practice with a primary focus on aviation-related claims, acting for major airline clients on passenger disputes. Alongside this, you will also gain exposure to a broader range of consumer disputes work, offering a varied and dynamic introduction to commercial litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to develop hands-on litigation experience within a global firm, working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Assist legally qualified colleagues in the conduct of high-volume consumer claims, both within the aviation sector and in other key sectors\n, • Maintain accurate case management records and meet court deadlines\n, • Review claims, client evidence, and other documentation to inform liability decisions\n, • Draft legal documents including defences, witness statements, and other court forms\n, • Support CPR-compliant case progression, produce exhibit bundles and hearing bundles\n, • Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, counsel, and third-party opponents\n, • Attend mandatory mediation appointments\n, • Produce post-trial reports feeding into a process of continuous improvement\n, • Ensure efficient, commercially focused claims handling\n\n Skills and Experience Required \n\n • Experience in claims, paralegal, or litigation support roles\n, • Interest in aviation and consumer litigation\n, • Strong organisation and attention to detail\n, • Strong communication skills\n, • Proactive and commercially aware\n, • Collaborative and motivated to develop\n\n #LI-JC1 #LI-Hybrid \n Diversity, Equity and Inclusion \n To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people’s health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here. \n We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.

Why join us?We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Associate with expertise in Consumer Regulatory law to join our growing Commercial team.The team advises household‑name clients across the food, retail, FMCG and hospitality sectors, supporting them on complex consumer regulatory, product compliance, sustainability, product safety and wider risk management issues, often with a UK and cross‑border dimension.This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑profile, strategically important matters, combining strong technical regulatory advice with practical, commercially focused solutions for clients operating in fast‑moving consumer markets.As a Senior Associate, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality advice to clients, supporting on complex matters, and contributing to the continued development of the practice.You will be joining a supportive, collaborative and collegiate team, with real scope to shape the practice and progress your career.We would welcome applications from high‑performing Senior Associates who are ready for their first Director appointment, as well as experienced Senior Associates seeking a clear and structured career pathway.The role is ideally suited to candidates based in London with a flexible, hybrid working approach. We are also open to candidates based in our regional offices.ResponsibilitiesAdvising clients on consumer protection and product regulatory matters, including product compliance, safety, labelling, marketing and advertising.Supporting clients on product risk management, including regulatory strategy, incident response, product withdrawals and recalls.Advising on sustainability and green claims, helping clients navigate evolving regulatory and enforcement expectations.Assisting clients with regulatory investigations and engagement with enforcement bodies, including Trading Standards, the CMA and other sector regulators.Supporting cross‑border and multi‑jurisdictional matters, working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider DWF network.Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, contributing to knowledge‑sharing and the continued development of the team.What will help you succeed in this role? EssentialQualified solicitor with experience working in a leading consumer regulatory, commercial or regulatory team.Strong experience advising on consumer protection, product compliance, product safety and/or regulatory risk management.Practical knowledge of consumer-facing regulatory frameworks, including enforcement, investigations and regulator engagement (e.g. CMA, Trading Standards).Experience advising clients in consumer‑focused sectors such as retail, FMCG, food, hospitality or manufacturing.Excellent drafting and advisory skills, with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic and commercially focused guidance.Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with sound commercial judgement and attention to detail.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence working directly with clients and internal stakeholders.Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and contributing positively to team culture and development is desirable.What we offer?We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.About usDWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

Job ID: JN-062026-7029515Posted: 2026-06-01Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, GBSalary: 45000 - 48000/yearType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: Mike SmithJob function: LegalSubsector: LitigationSector: Business ServicesWhere: Newcastle upon TyneContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Mike SmithJoin a Tier 1 ranked commercial disputes teamCity quality and international litigation exposureAbout Our Client Our client is a highly respected specialist law firm with an outstanding reputation for dispute resolution. Consistently recognised by legal directories, the firm is known for handling complex, high value litigation that is often associated with larger city practices while maintaining the benefits of a specialist boutique environment. Job Description The Commercial Litigation NQ Solicitor will be: Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters with appropriate supervision Assisting on high value corporate and commercial disputes Working on shareholder and partnership dispute cases Advising on banking and financial services litigation matters Assisting with contentious probate claims Drafting court documents, pleadings and correspondence Conducting legal research and preparing case strategies Attending client meetings, mediations and court hearings Building strong relationships with clients and colleaguesWorking with senior lawyers on significant national and international disputesThe Successful Applicant The Commercial Litigation NQ Solicitor should be / have; A solicitor at NQ level or a trainee solicitor due to qualify in 2026 Experienced through a litigation seat completed during a training contract Genuinely interested in commercial litigation and dispute resolution An excellent communicator with strong drafting skills Commercially aware with a proactive approach to problem solving Keen to develop within a specialist boutique disputes practiceWhat's on OfferSalary ranging from 45,000 to 48,000 per annum.Comprehensive pension scheme and bonus opportunities.Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days, excluding public holidays.

Claims Team Leader - Customer Settlement (Motor) \n 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract \n Location: Longbenton \n Salary: £33,040 - £41,300 DOE + Benefits \n Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 - 36 Hours Per Week - Hybrid after 6 month initial period (2 days in the office per week) \n \n Outsource UK is recruiting on behalf of a leading insurance organisation for an experienced Claims Team Leader to join their Customer Settlement team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. \n \n You will be responsible for leading and developing a team of Claims Handlers, ensuring claims are managed effectively, fairly, and in line with regulatory and business requirements. \n \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Leading and managing a team to ensure claims are handled in line with policy cover, legal liability, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice.\n, • Driving team performance to achieve operational, financial, and customer service objectives.\n, • Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members through regular one-to-ones, performance reviews, and development plans.\n, • Managing recruitment, performance management, absence management, disciplinary, and grievance processes.\n, • Maintaining strong technical knowledge across the team to ensure fair and accurate claim settlements.\n, • Providing guidance and support to team members on technical claim queries and escalations.\n, • Conducting quality audits and providing constructive feedback to improve performance and customer outcomes.\n, • Managing escalated complaints and customer queries, identifying effective and fair resolutions.\n, • Producing accurate management information and performance reports.\n, • Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.\n, • Working collaboratively with a range of internal stakeholders including underwriting, fraud, intelligence, and product teams.\n, • Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory, governance, and data protection requirements.\n\n \n Essential Experience: \n\n • Previous experience within the motor insurance claims sector.\n, • Strong understanding of insurance principles, including indemnity and subrogation.\n, • Sound knowledge of vehicle damage claims, liability, relevant case law, industry protocols, and the Road Traffic Act.\n, • Proven experience leading, motivating, and developing teams within a claims environment.\n, • Experience managing employee performance, recruitment, talent development, absence, disciplinary, and grievance matters.\n, • Ability to balance customer outcomes, commercial considerations, and regulatory requirements.\n, • Excellent communication, coaching, influencing, and negotiation skills.\n, • Strong decision-making abilities and sound judgement.\n, • A results-driven approach with the resilience to perform in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with the ability to work across multiple systems simultaneously.\n\n \n If you're an experienced Claims Team Leader with a strong motor insurance background and a passion for developing people while delivering outstanding customer outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Head of Private Client - Newcastle upon Tyne \n \n Lead a team. Shape a department. Make a meaningful difference. \n \n We’re delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Head of Private Client to lead and develop their Private Client department. \n \n This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client lawyer who is ready to take the next step into a senior leadership position. You’ll combine your technical expertise with strong people leadership, commercial awareness and a genuine commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience. \n \n The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the department, supporting the development of colleagues, driving operational performance and maintaining the highest standards of legal service. \n \n The Role \n As Head of Private Client, you’ll have overall responsibility for the leadership, performance and development of the department. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Private Client department.\n, • Managing, mentoring and developing solicitors, fee earners and support staff.\n, • Overseeing a varied Private Client caseload, with particular expertise in wills, probate and related matters.\n, • Ensuring the department delivers consistently high standards of client care and legal advice.\n, • Managing complex and sensitive matters where required, acting as a senior point of escalation.\n, • Monitoring departmental performance, workflows, financial performance and key operational metrics.\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and the overall client journey.\n, • Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth and profile of the department.\n, • Working collaboratively with other departments and senior leadership to deliver wider organisational objectives.\n, • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards.\n, • Supporting a culture of continuous learning, development and professional excellence.\n\n \n \n About You \n We’re looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or senior Private Client lawyer who is ready to take ownership of a department and make a genuine leadership impact. \n You’ll ideally bring: \n\n • Significant experience across Private Client law, particularly wills and probate.\n, • A strong track record of managing complex matters and delivering excellent client outcomes.\n, • Previous experience of supervising, mentoring or managing legal professionals.\n, • The confidence and credibility to lead a team and influence at senior level.\n, • Strong commercial and operational awareness, alongside excellent technical legal knowledge.\n, • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A proactive approach to business development and identifying opportunities for departmental growth.\n, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.\n, • A commitment to developing people and creating a positive, high-performing team culture.\n, • Why Consider This Opportunity?\n, • This is more than a traditional legal leadership position. It’s an opportunity to shape the direction of an established Private Client department, develop talented professionals and make a lasting impact on the quality of service provided to clients.\n\n \n You’ll benefit from: \n\n • Departmental leadership: Take ownership of the strategy, performance and development of the Private Client team.\n, • People development: Mentor and support experienced professionals while helping to shape the next generation of talent.\n, • Strategic influence: Work closely with senior leadership and play an important role in wider organisational decisions.\n, • Professional autonomy: Have the freedom and responsibility to identify improvements and implement meaningful change.\n, • Career progression: Join a senior leadership environment where your expertise and ideas can have real influence.\n, • Meaningful work: Continue to deliver a client-focused service that makes a genuine difference to individuals and families.\n\n \n Ready for Your Next Leadership Challenge? \n If you’re an experienced Private Client professional who is ready to lead, develop and grow a department, we’d love to hear from you. \n \n This is an exciting opportunity to step into a senior position where you can combine legal expertise, people leadership and strategic thinking. \n \n Apply now or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment to find out more about this Head of Private Client opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Commercial Associate – Newcastle – Up to £70,000 + Benefits \n \n A leading Legal 500 national law firm with a standout UK reputation is looking for a Commercial Solicitor to join its growing Newcastle team. You will work with a high-calibre client base including FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies, public sector bodies and international organisations, advising on complex commercial, digital and technology matters at the forefront of innovation. \n \n This Commercial Solicitor role in Newcastle offers exposure to high-profile, multi-jurisdictional projects, with strong progression, high-quality work and the opportunity to develop specialist expertise in digital, technology and strategic commercial matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Solicitor in Newcastle to join a nationally recognised team working on cutting-edge work. \n \n The Role: \n \n\n • Advise on complex commercial contracts supporting day-to-day operations and major strategic projects\n, • Work on technology transactions, digital transformation programmes and IT outsourcing\n, • Draft and negotiate software licensing, IT services and procurement agreements\n, • Support clients on data protection, privacy, cyber security and emerging technologies including AI\n, • Assist on large-scale projects across energy, transport, manufacturing and life sciences\n, • Work with clients on supply chain management, product development and routes to market\n, • Collaborate with international teams on cross-border matters and transactions\n, • Contribute to business development and client relationship management initiatives\n\n \n The Candidate: \n \n\n • Qualified Solicitor with 3–5 years PQE in commercial, technology or digital law\n, • Experience gained within a City, national or strong regional firm or in-house environment\n, • Strong grounding in commercial contracts and/or digital, tech or data protection matters\n, • Exposure to complex, high-value transactions and projects\n, • Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills\n, • Commercially minded with the ability to advise clients in a clear and pragmatic way\n, • Collaborative approach with strong interpersonal skills\n, • Interest or experience in technology, digital transformation or international work\n\n \n The Benefits and How to Apply: \n \n\n • Competitive salary up to £70,000 depending on experience\n, • Annual bonus scheme\n, • Hybrid and flexible working\n, • 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays\n, • Company pension\n, • Private medical insurance\n, • International secondment opportunities\n, • Exposure to high-profile, cutting-edge commercial and digital work\n\n \n Apply in the strictest of confidence \n \n Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Commercial & IP) \n Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525 \n E-mail: dominika.holda@williamjamesrecruitment.com \n \n WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT \n \n William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

\n Head of Rural, Agriculture, and Estates - Partner - Newcastle\n Lex Exec is working with a highly respected full-service law firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, partner-led advice and exceptional personal service. The firm places real emphasis on values, collaboration, professionalism and long-term client relationships, often spanning multiple generations. \n This is a rare opportunity for an experienced rural and agricultural property lawyer to step into a senior leadership role with genuine influence over strategy, people and growth. The Role\n The firm is seeking a senior practitioner with a minimum of 8 years PQE to lead its Agriculture and Rural Services offering. The role is suited to an established Partner or a senior lawyer ready for Partner, with a strong real estate focus and deep experience in rural and agricultural property work. \n The Agriculture and Rural Services practice is well established and ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers. While the successful candidate must be a real estate specialist, the role carries firm-wide responsibility for the sector, working closely with colleagues across Real Estate, Corporate, Wills Trusts and Estates, Employment and Dispute Resolution. \n This position offers the opportunity to shape, mould and develop the team, setting strategic direction while remaining closely involved in high quality client work. Example matters:\n \n • Sale and purchase of estates, farms, forestry and rural land\n, • Advising on rural development projects including housing and renewables\n, • Drafting and negotiating lease and option agreements\n, • Agricultural tenancies including creation, variation and termination\n, • Rural lettings including residential, commercial and sporting leases\n, • Title issues, boundary disputes and voluntary registration\n, • Advising on land use, overage agreements and rural business structures\n Key responsibilities\n \n, • Leading the Agriculture and Rural Services offering across the firm\n, • Strategic planning and development of the team\n, • Business development and client relationship management\n, • Supervising and mentoring a junior rural property lawyer\n, • Working collaboratively with partners and teams across the firm\n About you\n You will be a confident and commercially minded leader with significant experience in agricultural and rural property transactions. You will bring strong client facing skills, an appetite for business development and the ability to lead a team strategically while maintaining technical excellence. \n This role will appeal to someone who values collaboration, professionalism and long term client relationships, and who wants to play a visible role in the future direction of a respected practice. About Lex Exec\n Lex Exec is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy working with leading law firms across the UK. We partner discreetly with firms and lawyers at senior level, providing honest market insight and a tailored, relationship led approach to career moves. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. \n \n We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. \n \n Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! \n \n We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers who have expertise in residential or commercial property in the private and/or public sectors with 3 years PQE + to join our consultancy \n \n Why choose us? \n \n\n • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%.\n, • Referral of larger and established clients\n, • Immediate access to our accreditations and lender panels\n, • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work.\n, • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities.\n, • PII cover up to £20 million.\n, • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms.\n, • Free calls through our app.\n, • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems.\n, • Access to business development.\n, • Dedicated liaison team.\n, • Technical head for ops, legal support and training.\n\n \n And much more. \n \n So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. \n \n To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. \n \n PS If you have less than 3 years experience you may be able to join us as a fee earning consultant, contact us for more details.

\n Looking for an opportunity to be recognised as an expert in your field? This is it. \n Our procurement team already has a market leading reputation – supporting a significant number of national clients with complex advice related to procurement regulation. Our clients range from central and local authorities, and other key public sector clients including those in education, housing and health, energy, rail and other utilities. We also advise a wide range of private sector clients supplying to the public sector. Our advice crosses advisory, transactional and disputes, which makes this team pivotal to the services we offer across the firm. \n We are looking for a highly regarded procurement lawyer, with a significant track record of advising clients in this area, to lead and further develop our procurement offering. Joining a team of passionate, brilliant lawyers, this is a genuine opportunity to step into a leadership role with a high profile in our business. You will help us provide specialist procurement law advice on a range of projects, across a range of sectors, including large scale PPP projects, major outsourcing initiatives, joint ventures, regeneration projects and challenges (in conjunction with our procurement litigation specialists). You'll advise on a broad range of issues relating to the Procurement Act 2023, provide bespoke risk advice on all aspects of procurement processes, conflict assessment and where appropriate provision of contentious support, including procurement challenges. \n This role offers real opportunities for career progression for the right individual – we would expect to appoint at Legal Director and above, and the role may be suitable for the right individual looking for their first Partnership role. As part of our national Public Law and Projects team, the successful candidate would ideally be based in either Leeds or Newcastle, but we are also open to conversations with candidates interested in being based out of any of our national offices. All locations offer an opportunity to develop professionally and personally, play an important role in growing our business, and to support the management and development of our team. Additionally, because of the unique nature of the broad ranging impact of this area of law, this role also offers opportunity to work with exceptional colleagues regionally, nationally and internationally - in the US and beyond. \n What you will need to be successful in this role: \n We're looking for an individual with a demonstrable track record in the provision of procurement legal advice. Significant experience of advising on the non-contentious aspects of procurement processes, including the provision of training and tools for clients is essential, and some experience of contentious aspects would be a real bonus. \n It goes without saying that you will bring a reputation for technical excellence, exceptional client management skills, and a business growth mindset. Our Public Law and Projects team will provide you with a great platform from which to grow your practice, and you'll enjoy plenty of support to help you market and grow your team. You could be an experienced lawyer looking for a Legal Director role, or the first step into Partnership. Either way you will recognise the opportunity to develop your successful career into or within our ambitious and supportive Partnership. \n To be successful in this role, you'll need as a minimum: \n \n • A proven track record in advising clients on a broad range of procurement legal issues, for a range of clients across the public and private sectors.\n, • An ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, often across locations to provide exceptional client service.\n, • The ability to identify opportunities for business growth through your reputation, technical experience and relationships.\n, • A commitment to developing and nurturing the talent of junior lawyers.\n, • An understanding of how the provision of legal services should be delivered at a top 20 law firm, including revenue prioritisation, a commercial mindset and effective and efficient matter management.\n, • To be an admitted lawyer in the UK or similar jurisdiction.\n, • An enterprising mindset and self-motivation to be successful\n \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Role Title: Interim Chief of Staff \n Location: Newcastle upon Tyne \n Salary: Competitive \n Contract Type: Fixed-term | Full-time \n \n About the Role: \n \n We are seeking a highly commercial and strategically minded Interim Chief of Staff to support the CEO and Senior Leadership Team in driving the successful execution of key business priorities, transformation initiatives, and organisational objectives across the Group. Acting as a central point of coordination, the Interim Chief of Staff provides decision-making support, oversees cross-functional collaboration, and ensures strategic priorities are delivered on time. \n \n You will work closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure continuity of support to the Executive Team and the effective delivery of strategic and operational priorities. There will be opportunities to progress into other roles within the wider Group (subject to organisational requirements and individual performance). \n \n We are open to candidates from backgrounds such as corporate/commercial law, corporate transactions, corporate finance, strategy consulting or another highly commercial professional/technical services environment who bring strong judgement, analytical capability and the confidence to operate at senior level. \n \n Job requirements: \n \n Success in this role hinges on building trusted relationships quickly, understanding the organisation's culture, and executing projects effectively. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: \n \n\n • Commercial & Strategic Leadership – Partnering closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Group and business unit leaders to drive the organisation's commercial agenda, supporting strategic decision-making, evaluating growth opportunities, managing commercially significant projects and ensuring delivery against key business objectives.\n, • Cross-functional Collaboration – Building trusted relationships and driving projects to timelines through influence and proactive stakeholder management.\n, • Information Management – Filtering and communicating executive priorities to those who deliver, ensuring clarity and consistency through organisation comms plans.\n, • Company Communication & Investor Relations – Development and delivery of internal/external communication plans, and key messaging to support high-trust investor relationships.\n, • Operational Efficiency – Improving processes and compiling reports demonstrates, with a view to improved productivity and organisational effectiveness.\n, • Special Projects – Coordination and reporting on high level strategic initiatives, cutting through complexity to deliver business priorities.\n\n \n Job responsibilities: \n \n The Interim Chief of Staff is a strategic partner to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring alignment and execution of key initiatives, strategic priorities and business transformation activities across the Group. Interim Chief of Staff duties include, and are not limited to: \n \n\n • Working with the Chief of Staff to advise the CEO and Senior Leadership on strategic direction and priorities.\n, • Assess the strategic, financial, and operational impacts of business decisions and initiatives, ensuring recommendations are commercially sound and aligned with organisational priorities.\n, • Leading and coordinating strategic projects and change initiatives.\n, • Managing internal and external communications, including investor relations.\n, • Building strong stakeholder relationships across functions.\n, • Monitoring organisational performance and streamlining processes for efficiency.\n, • Supporting executive decision-making through analysis and reporting.\n, • Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, supported by exceptional attention to detail.\n, • The post holder will be fully compliant with relevant legal requirements and all Hargreaves policies and procedures.\n

Senior Employee Relations Advisor - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) - Newcastle \n \n About the Role: \n \n We are looking for an experienced Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join our HR team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover. \n \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employee Relations professional to play a key role within our HR function, providing expert advice and guidance across a broad range of complex employee relations matters. \n \n Reporting to the Senior Employee Relations Manager, you will partner closely with HR Business Partners, managers and senior leaders to deliver commercially focused, pragmatic and legally compliant employee relations support. You will take ownership of complex casework from initial consultation through to resolution, helping managers navigate challenging people issues while ensuring a fair, consistent and compliant approach. \n \n Alongside managing casework, you will contribute to organisational change initiatives, identify trends and opportunities through ER data, and support continuous improvement across our Employee Relations function. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n \n\n • Provide expert employee relations advice and guidance across the full employee lifecycle.\n, • Independently manage a broad range of complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, conduct, performance, absence and whistleblowing matters.\n, • Lead thorough and impartial investigations, including evidence gathering, witness interviews, report writing and recommendations.\n, • Coach and support managers through formal processes, hearings and difficult employee conversations, building confidence and capability.\n, • Act as the subject matter expert for complex and sensitive employee relations matters, balancing commercial objectives with legal compliance.\n, • Support organisational change programmes, including restructures, redundancy consultations and organisational redesign initiatives.\n, • Manage long-term absence cases and Occupational Health referrals, ensuring appropriate support and compliance with company procedures.\n, • Assist with employment tribunal preparation, settlement agreements and legal documentation where required.\n, • Work collaboratively with HR Business Partners to identify trends, mitigate risk and develop proactive solutions to recurring employee relations issues.\n, • Deliver training and coaching to managers to promote consistent and effective people management practices.\n, • Ensure employee relations activities are delivered in line with company policies, employment legislation and HR best practice.\n, • Analyse employee relations data to identify trends, monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.\n, • Contribute to the ongoing development of Employee Relations processes, policies and governance.\n, • Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business, acting as a trusted HR partner.\n\n \n About You \n \n To be successful in this role, you will bring: \n \n\n • Significant experience in an Employee Relations role, with strong knowledge of UK employment law.\n, • Proven experience managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases independently.\n, • Excellent investigation skills, including fact-finding, report writing and evidence-based decision making.\n, • Experience supporting disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management and organisational change processes.\n, • The confidence to coach, influence and challenge managers while building credible relationships across all levels of the business.\n, • Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to balance legal risk against business priorities.\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.\n, • A collaborative approach, working effectively across HR and the wider business.\n, • Strong analytical skills, with experience using employee relations data to identify trends and support continuous improvement.\n, • Resilience, sound judgement and a proactive, solution-focused mindset.\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.\n, • Experience working within a multi-site operational environment.\n\n \n Why Join Verisure? \n You will be joining a growing global organisation where HR plays a key role in supporting our people and business success. This is a great opportunity to develop your HR Operations career while gaining experience within a fast-paced and evolving environment. \n

Motor Claims Team Leader12 Month Fixed-Term ContractLocation: LongbentonSalary: £33,040 - £41,300 DOE + BenefitsH ours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 - 36 Hours Per Week - Hybrid after 6 month initial period (2 days in the office per week)Outsource UK are recruiting Outsource UK is recruiting on behalf of a leading insurance organisation for an experienced Claims Team Leader to join their Customer Settlement team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.The Role As Claims Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and developing a team of Claims Handlers, ensuring claims are managed effectively, fairly, and in line with regulatory and business requirements.Key responsibilities include:Leading and managing a team to ensure claims are handled in line with policy cover, legal liability, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice.Driving team performance to achieve operational, financial, and customer service objectives.Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members through regular one-to-ones, performance reviews, and development plans.Managing recruitment, performance management, absence management, disciplinary, and grievance processes.Maintaining strong technical knowledge across the team to ensure fair and accurate claim settlements.Providing guidance and support to team members on technical claim queries and escalations.Conducting quality audits and providing constructive feedback to improve performance and customer outcomes.Managing escalated complaints and customer queries, identifying effective and fair resolutions.Producing accurate management information and performance reports.Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.Working collaboratively with a range of internal stakeholders including underwriting, fraud, intelligence, and product teams.Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory, governance, and data protection requirements.Essential Experience: Previous experience within the motor insurance claims sector.Strong understanding of insurance principles, including indemnity and subrogation.Sound knowledge of vehicle damage claims, liability, relevant case law, industry protocols, and the Road Traffic Act.Proven experience leading, motivating, and developing teams within a claims environment.Experience managing employee performance, recruitment, talent development, absence, disciplinary, and grievance matters.Ability to balance customer outcomes, commercial considerations, and regulatory requirements.Excellent communication, coaching, influencing, and negotiation skills.Strong decision-making abilities and sound judgement.A results-driven approach with the resilience to perform in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with the ability to work across multiple systems simultaneously.Apply Now If you're an experienced Claims Team Leader with a strong motor insurance background and a passion for developing people while delivering outstanding customer outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today through Outsource UK.TPBN1_UKTJ

About Green Leaf EngineeringGreen Leaf Engineering are a renewables specialist based at Team Valley, Gateshead, designing and delivering sustainable energy solutions across the UK. Our work spans solar PV systems, heat pumps, battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, LED lighting, and solar canopies. As a dedicated renewable energy contractor, GLE focuses on the decarbonisation of commercial properties, supporting clients through the entire lifecycle of their carbon-reduction journey. This includes initial feasibility studies and system design through to full project management, installation, delivery, and commissioning. We are committed to helping organisations reduce CO2 emissions and generate clean, efficient energy for a more sustainable future.Job DescriptionCarry out procurement of both material & sub-contract packages, understanding the technical detail within the quotes, ensuring they match the contract requirements and meet the financial targets of the respective project.Run multiple jobs at any one-time, prioritising key milestones from any one project.Understand building services & the associated renewable technologies which Green Leaf Engineering Ltd install.Balance quality against cost to achieve the best possible outcome for both the client (end user) and Green Leaf Engineering.Must be able to demonstrate all workings in a logical law-abiding manner.Must be able to manage cash flow positions for the business monitoring the money entering the business against the money leaving the business.Must be able to manage the budgets for each project, giving site teams visibility of available allowances to carry out each aspect of the contract requirements.Have a good understanding of construction contract law and ensure that all client orders do not include any harmful clauses.Write and manage all sub-contract orders ensuring that all suppliers and sub-contractors are legally tied to the works we employ them to carry out.Manage the payment schedule for the business including both outgoing invoices chargeable to our clients and incoming invoices from our supply chain.Understand Xero Software which is used for our accounting.Manage multiple projects commercial performance and collate this into useable reports for business reviews.Carry out all works associated with the above roles & responsibilities and the by-products of associated works.Liaise and collaborate with the project teams in all aspects of our contractual activities.Take ownership for maximising commercial results to ensure optimum commercial return is achieved for the project.To represent and serve the best interests of the company to meet client expectations and encourage repeat business.Prepare the cost / value reconciliation reports accurately and in accordance with company procedure.Prepare, and in conjunction with senior management agree final account with clients representative.Maintain control of subcontractors accounts and minimise the cost of any variations.Highlighting areas of concern / loss on any part of the contract and monitoring of contract charges and notification to sub-contractors.Cash flow forecasting (Via Cost Cards) for projects and issuing monthly reports to commercial director.Provide advice and mentoring to junior colleagues (Apprentices, Graduates, Assistant QS ect.)Requirements:A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field is essential.Working experience as a Graduate/Assistant QS.Strong understanding of cost control principles and practices.Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.If you are passionate about delivering high-quality results and have a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Quantity Surveyor.Benefits:Company pensionOn-site parkingAnnual BonusCareer ProgressionTPBN1_UKTJ

Claims Team Leader - Customer Settlement (Motor)12 Month Fixed-Term ContractLocation: LongbentonSalary: £33,040 - £41,300 DOE + BenefitsH ours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 - 36 Hours Per Week - Hybrid after 6 month initial period (2 days in the office per week)Outsource UK are recruiting Outsource UK is recruiting on behalf of a leading insurance organisation for an experienced Claims Team Leader to join their Customer Settlement team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.The Role As Claims Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and developing a team of Claims Handlers, ensuring claims are managed effectively, fairly, and in line with regulatory and business requirements.Key responsibilities include:Leading and managing a team to ensure claims are handled in line with policy cover, legal liability, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice.Driving team performance to achieve operational, financial, and customer service objectives.Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members through regular one-to-ones, performance reviews, and development plans.Managing recruitment, performance management, absence management, disciplinary, and grievance processes.Maintaining strong technical knowledge across the team to ensure fair and accurate claim settlements.Providing guidance and support to team members on technical claim queries and escalations.Conducting quality audits and providing constructive feedback to improve performance and customer outcomes.Managing escalated complaints and customer queries, identifying effective and fair resolutions.Producing accurate management information and performance reports.Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.Working collaboratively with a range of internal stakeholders including underwriting, fraud, intelligence, and product teams.Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory, governance, and data protection requirements.Essential Experience: Previous experience within the motor insurance claims sector.Strong understanding of insurance principles, including indemnity and subrogation.Sound knowledge of vehicle damage claims, liability, relevant case law, industry protocols, and the Road Traffic Act.Proven experience leading, motivating, and developing teams within a claims environment.Experience managing employee performance, recruitment, talent development, absence, disciplinary, and grievance matters.Ability to balance customer outcomes, commercial considerations, and regulatory requirements.Excellent communication, coaching, influencing, and negotiation skills.Strong decision-making abilities and sound judgement.A results-driven approach with the resilience to perform in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with the ability to work across multiple systems simultaneously.Apply Now If you're an experienced Claims Team Leader with a strong motor insurance background and a passion for developing people while delivering outstanding customer outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today through Outsource UK.TPBN1_UKTJ

Our team is team is recognised nationally for its work across the public sector and is at the forefront of some of the UK's most significant procurement, regeneration and public funding projects. ResponsibilitiesAdvise public sector bodies on public law and commercial issues including governance and

Company DescriptionTurner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.Please visit our website: Job DescriptionDue to increased workload and securing of new clients across the Public and Private sectors, we have new opportunities for Senior Procurement Consultants to join our growing Contract Services team in our UK offices.Successful candidates will have the opportunity to:Work with some of the most exciting large-scale project in the Country,Deliver advice and make a difference on flagship projects,Challenge themselves in a market leading global business,Develop their career in an entrepreneurial, motivated and growing team,Work with an outstanding team of specialist procurement and other specialist consultants.The Contract Services team includes specialists in procurement and contract strategy, claims management and dispute resolution services.We are the first consultancy to be recognised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in the procurement processes that it provides for clients in the construction sector. Our Team received a Procurement Excellence Programme Award demonstrating excellence in our procurement and supply chain activities.The Opportunity:The individual will work with our highly skilled team delivering best-in-class strategic procurement and contract advice, including end-to-end procurement services to some of the larger brands and on the most exciting programmes and projects. This role will be a part of our growing Contract Services team and play a significant part in the continued expansion of our team and our services in this exciting period of growth, such as Sustainable Procurement, Transformation, Renewables, Digital Procurement and Net Zero Strategies.Main Expectations:To provide specialist procurement strategy advice to Public and Private sector clients.To manage and collaborate with a team on end-to-end procurement services for major projects or programmes.Support the development of the procurement services provided by T&T.To support business development and marketing of the Contract Services team’s service proposition.To support the delivery of both team and wider business targets.To support on bid preparation and proposal documentation and support the work-winning capability of the Contract Services team.The Offer:Turner & Townsend will be offering the right candidate a distinct opportunity to rapidly progress their career within an entrepreneurial, defined and growing team. This will be achieved through a mixture of experiencing large scale projects, developing innovative solutions, working with Blue Chip organisations and becoming trusted experts.Turner & Townsend encourages a Hybrid method of working to provide a practical Work/Life balance that recognises the challenges that life brings.We are keen to ensure that our team is delivering Best Practice in our Procurement Practices and therefore we will be encouraging and supporting individuals to achieve Chartered Status for CIPS and regular Professional Development will be available to further the team’s high standards.Further opportunities are available to travel both nationally and internationally to service and manage key commissions for our blue chip client portfolio.QualificationsExperience of leading and/or supporting projects in a strategic procurement environment.A strong background in tender preparation and development of respective documents in relevant sectors (including design and preparation of the process and key documentation).Experience of leading and/or supporting in supplier engagement activities, to include market engagement through to contract award.Cross sector experience with Public/Utilities Contract Regulations or equivalent.Experience of using a range of standard form contracts including NEC and JCT, developing terms, negotiation and award.Have achieved - or is working towards/willing to work towards MCIPs accreditation.Preferably possess degree related to construction, civil engineering, quantity surveying, law or procurement.Preferably possess experience working in Defence, Utilities, Infrastructure (roads, rail etc) sectorsSecurity Clearance (SC) – currently valid or could be reinstated.Skills:Ability to develop procurement strategy within a project or programme context.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Understanding of commercial principles and modelling.Delivery of strategy and/or development of documentation in a capital project or programme environment.Behaviours:Adaptable and taking Personal Responsibility to succeed the right way.Confident, independent and able to work with autonomy without need for supervision.Be able to manage multiple activities and stakeholders.Ability to Collaborate and develop and/or manage a team to achieve desired outcomes.Additional InformationOur people share our Purpose and Values. Turner & Townsend provides a great place to work, where everyone can make change happen and influence a better world.We champion our people to succeed in both work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.If this sounds like a challenge you’d like to hear more about, please submit an application for our recruitment team to review. Please find out more about us at #LI-MS1SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: TwitterInstagramLinkedInIt is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: ConsultingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Construction

Company DescriptionTurner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.Please visit our website: Job DescriptionDue to increased workload and securing of new clients within the Public and Private sectors, we have opportunities for Procurement Consultants to join our growing Contract Services team in our UK offices.Successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop their career, skills and knowledge through:Working with some of the largest organisations in the country,Make a difference on large scale flagship projects,Challenge themselves in a market leading global business,Work with an outstanding team of specialist procurement and other specialist consultants.The Contract Services team includes specialists in procurement and contract strategy, claims management and dispute resolution services.We are the first consultancy to be recognised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in the procurement processes that it provides for clients in the construction sector. Our Team received a Procurement Excellence Programme Award demonstrating excellence in our procurement and supply chain activities.The Opportunity:This role will provide the opportunity to further their procurement and consultancy experience, working with highly skilled teams to deliver Best in Class Procurement and Contract Advice services to the largest brands and on the most exciting programmes and projects. This role will be a part of our growing Contract Services team and play a part in the continued expansion of our team and our services in this exciting period of growth, such as Sustainable Procurement, Transformation, Renewables, Digital Procurement and Net Zero Strategies.Main Expectations:To provide procurement strategy advice to Public and Private sector clients.To collaborate with a team on end-to-end procurement services for major projects or programmes.Support the development of the services provided by T&T.To support the delivery of both team and wider business targets.To support the work-winning capability of the Contract Services team.The Offer:The intention is to develop the right applicant within the Contract Services team, offering a distinct opportunity to rapidly progress their career within an entrepreneurial and growing team. This will be achieved through a mixture of experiencing large scale projects, mentoring and coaching, specific procurement training and becoming trusted experts.Turner & Townsend encourages a Hybrid method of working to provide a practical Work/Life balance that recognises the challenges that life brings.We are keen to ensure that our team is delivering Best Practice in our Procurement Practices and therefore we will be encouraging and supporting individuals to achieve MCIPS Status for CIPS and regular Professional Development will be available to further skills and knowledge.Further opportunities are available to travel both nationally and internationally to service and manage key commissions for our blue-chip client portfolio.QualificationsExperience of working in a strategic procurement environmentExperience in tender preparation and development.Experience of developing and awarding contracts individually or as part of a team.Knowledge of multiple supply markets with cross sector experience with Public Contract Regulations or equivalent.Awareness of a range of standard form contracts including NEC and JCT.Has achieved, is working towards or is willing to work towards at least Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.Preferably possess degree related to construction, civil engineering, quantity surveying, law or procurement.Preferably possess experience working in Defence, Utilities, Infrastructure (roads, rail etc) sectorsSecurity Clearance (SC) – currently valid or could be reinstatedSkills:Ability to develop procurement strategy within a project or programme contextGood communication and stakeholder engagement skillsUnderstanding key commercial principles and techniquesSupporting the delivery of strategy and/or development of documentation in a capital project or programme environment.Behaviours:Adaptable and taking Personal Responsibility to succeed the right way.Confident, independent and able to work with autonomy without need for supervision.Be able to manage activities and stakeholders.Ability to collaborate and work within a team to achieve desired outcomes.Ambitious and keen to learn.Additional InformationOur people share our Purpose and Values. Turner & Townsend provides a great place to work, where everyone can make change happen and influence a better world.We champion our people to succeed in both work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.If this sounds like a challenge you’d like to hear more about, please submit an application for our recruitment team to review. Please find out more about us at #LI-MS1SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: TwitterInstagramLinkedInIt is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: ConsultingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Construction

Vertu Motors, Group SolicitorVertu Motors is the 4th largest motor retail group in the UK with 190 dealerships nationwide, and we are continuing to expand. In order to achieve that goal, we need to have a strong professional infrastructure in place to support our successful retail colleagues. We are looking for a qualified solicitor with litigation experience to join our established in-house legal team. This role offers flexibility and autonomy while still having the support of our experienced team.Working for the General Counsel you will act as the team's first point of contact on disputes and litigation. You will be required to manage and respond to court claims, provide a support service to dealerships on customer concerns by providing advice and assisting with drafting responses to customers, and supervising junior members of the team in responding to Motor Ombudsman cases. You will also manage the relationship with the group's external litigation lawyers, utilising their resource where appropriate.Ideally you will work from our Support Services Centre in Gateshead for 4 days a week with 1-day a week working from home, but for the right person we would consider other locations and/or a different mix. The key to your success will be your attitude! We look for passionate, hardworking people who strive to deliver great customer outcomes and support for our dealerships. The role:Providing support to the legal team, and advice to the wider group management team.Drafting and managing responses to court claims and escalated customer complaints and disputes, and supervising responses to Motor Ombudsman cases.Managing external litigation lawyersIn order to be successful, you will possess the following:Legal contentious experience with a commercial approach;The ability to provide practical and commercial advice within a legal framework;The ability to interrogate matters to ensure that responses are not only legally appropriate but also fit with the Vertu values;Confidence and organisation in managing your own caseload and associated deadlines; andStrong interpersonal and team skills, and an ability to effectively deal with colleagues at all levels of the business that inspires trust and confidence.A knowledge of consumer law would be an advantage, but this can be developed in the role with the support of the team.We are proud to be the Motor Retailer who invests more in our colleague's personal development than any other, so if you are successful, you can look forward to on-going training opportunities that provide you with the right career path, career progression and a range of benefits you would expect from an employer of choice which includes:25 days holiday rising with length of service - plus bank holidaysAccess to our online rewards platform giving you cash back and discounts for multiple retailersPreferential Service RatesColleague Purchase SchemeShare Incentive SchemePensionEnhanced Maternity and PaternityIf your application is successful, we will need to complete employment checks prior to you starting with us. Your role will include us verifying your recent employment, credit history and a criminal record check.#LI-SP1

Head of Private Client - Newcastle upon Tyne Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. Lead a team. Shape a department. Make a meaningful difference. We're delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Head of Private Client to lead and develop their Private Client department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client lawyer who is ready to take the next step into a senior leadership position. You'll combine your technical expertise with strong people leadership, commercial awareness and a genuine commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the department, supporting the development of colleagues, driving operational performance and maintaining the highest standards of legal service. The Role As Head of Private Client, you'll have overall responsibility for the leadership, performance and development of the department. Your responsibilities will include: Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Private Client department. Managing, mentoring and developing solicitors, fee earners and support staff. Overseeing a varied Private Client caseload, with particular expertise in wills, probate and related matters. Ensuring the department delivers consistently high standards of client care and legal advice. Managing complex and sensitive matters where required, acting as a senior point of escalation. Monitoring departmental performance, workflows, financial performance and key operational metrics. Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and the overall client journey. Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth and profile of the department. Working collaboratively with other departments and senior leadership to deliver wider organisational objectives. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards. Supporting a culture of continuous learning, development and professional excellence. About You We're looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or senior Private Client lawyer who is ready to take ownership of a department and make a genuine leadership impact. You'll ideally bring: Significant experience across Private Client law, particularly wills and probate. A strong track record of managing complex matters and delivering excellent client outcomes. Previous experience of supervising, mentoring or managing legal professionals. The confidence and credibility to lead a team and influence at senior level. Strong commercial and operational awareness, alongside excellent technical legal knowledge. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive approach to business development and identifying opportunities for departmental growth. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. A commitment to developing people and creating a positive, high-performing team culture. Why Consider This Opportunity? This is more than a traditional legal leadership position. It's an opportunity to shape the direction of an established Private Client department, develop talented professionals and make a lasting impact on the quality of service provided to clients. You'll benefit from: Departmental leadership: Take ownership of the strategy, performance and development of the Private Client team. People development: Mentor and support experienced professionals while helping to shape the next generation of talent. Strategic influence: Work closely with senior leadership and play an important role in wider organisational decisions. Professional autonomy: Have the freedom and responsibility to identify improvements and implement meaningful change. Career progression: Join a senior leadership environment where your expertise and ideas can have real influence. Meaningful work: Continue to deliver a client-focused service that makes a genuine difference to individuals and families. Ready for Your Next Leadership Challenge? If you're an experienced Private Client professional who is ready to lead, develop and grow a department, we'd love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a senior position where you can combine legal expertise, people leadership and strategic thinking. xrnqpay Apply now or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment to find out more about this Head of Private Client opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers who have expertise in residential or commercial property in the private and/or public sectors with 3 years PQE + to join our consultancy Why choose us? Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%.Referral of larger and established clientsImmediate access to our accreditations and lender panelsChoose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work.Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities.PII cover up to £20 million.Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms.Free calls through our app.Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems.Access to business development.Dedicated liaison team.Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS If you have less than 3 years experience you may be able to join us as a fee earning consultant, contact us for more details.

Are you a 1–4 PQE solicitor looking to make a difference? Our Charities team, renowned across the UK, is seeking a passionate individual to join us in either our Newcastle or Leeds office. We pride ourselves on being down-to-earth, straightforward, and we foster a real team approach. Our clients range from local to international, including service providers, grant makers, religious orders, professional societies, universities, independent schools, academies, social enterprises, and more. What You'll Be Doing • Diverse Work: No two days are the same. You'll handle a variety of high-quality cases, collaborate with colleagues across different areas, and be part of our dynamic team., • Client Interaction: Build and maintain strong relationships with our clients, taking increasing responsibility for client matters and ensuring their needs are met with clarity and confidence., • Continuous Learning: Continue to develop your technical expertise through hands-on experience and ongoing professional development. Who We're Looking For We are seeking someone who has a genuine passion for the Charities sector and who wants a fulfilling and rewarding career. While experience in this field is advantageous, it is not essential; what truly matters is your interest and enthusiasm, and ability to be a team player. We value the unique talents and perspectives that each individual brings to the table. To succeed in this role, you will need exceptional drafting and communication skills, a commercial outlook, and a dynamic, enthusiastic approach. You should be willing to work in a fast-paced environment alongside others who share your passion for the charities sector. In return, you will be supported to achieve your career aspirations and continue to develop as a lawyer. To be successful in this role you'll need as a minimum: • Be a qualified solicitor with 1–4 years' PQE and a law degree (2:1 or higher) or equivalent legal qualification, • Experience in managing client relationships, • Knowledge of or interest in Charities law #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description Quantity Surveyor (Construction) Role Overview The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the commercial management of construction projects for external clients. You will report directly to the Commercial Director. Core Values The organisation places strong emphasis on recruiting individuals who align with its core values: Integrity Acting with honesty and strong ethical standards while fostering positive working relationships. Respect & Accountability Trusting colleagues’ abilities, taking responsibility for actions, and contributing to team success. Pride & Passion Demonstrating commitment and valuing individual contributions. Quality Delivering services in line with quality, environmental, and safety standards, and best practice. Innovation Embracing new methods of working to drive efficiency and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Understand and promote Health & Safety procedures across projects and supply chains Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Work in accordance with commercial tracking processes Manage and delegate tasks to junior team members as required Commercial & Project Duties: Prepare programme-based cost-to-complete forecasts and project budgets Advise on procurement strategy Prepare subcontract documentation, including bills of quantities Review contract conditions and report risks or recommendations Procure subcontractors Prepare and analyse tender costings Manage costs across a variety of projects Undertake cost-value analysis and reporting Perform risk and value management and cost control Identify, analyse, and respond to commercial risks Produce detailed progress and financial reports Price and agree variations with clients Value works in progress and agree final accounts Provide commercial advice to site teams Maintain awareness of current building contracts Support senior management with contractual claims Note: Duties may be adjusted in line with business and project requirements. Continuous Improvement You will contribute to business performance and development by: Identifying issues and proposing effective solutions Following and improving quality and safety procedures Promoting teamwork across internal and external teams Participating in training and professional development Supporting continuous improvement initiatives General Requirements Maintain strict confidentiality at all times Work safely in accordance with health and safety regulations Communicate clearly and professionally (written and verbal) Maintain a professional appearance Demonstrate initiative and work with minimal supervision Effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines Maintain accuracy and attention to detail Demonstrate a proactive, flexible, and conscientious approach Understand organisational structure, values, and procedures after induction Report any visits from external regulatory bodies to management Person Specification Qualifications Essential: Degree in a construction-related discipline or equivalent Experience & Skills Essential: 2+ years’ Quantity Surveying experience (post-graduate), or 5+ years without formal qualifications Experience in sectors such as commercial, retail, heritage, or education Experience acting as a commercial lead on multiple projects Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels Willingness to take responsibility for assigned tasks Strong analytical and technical data interpretation skills Ability to manage workloads and meet performance targets Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Well-organised, flexible, and proactive approach Negotiation skills IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Desirable: Experience in housing construction Knowledge & Additional Requirements Good knowledge of construction contract law Understanding of financial controls and regulatory requirements Ability to advise on financial aspects of construction projects Working knowledge of various construction contract types High level of self-motivation and commitment to professional development Additional Requirements: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Willingness to travel regionally and nationally Ability to visit construction sites, including climbing ladders and scaffolding where required

Our client is a well-established construction business delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors including commercial, education, heritage and refurbishment. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team and support the successful preparation, management and submission of competitive tenders for a variety of construction projects. Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation, management and submission of competitive tenders. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to work on varied and complex projects, contributing to bid strategy, value engineering and the continued growth of a successful construction organisation. Estimator - Position Remuneration Salary of £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday off Profit share scheme Salary sacrifice pension Death in service benefit Cycle to work scheme Fully funded training and development opportunities including technical, managerial and safety training Regular company events including bi-annual staff forums and awardsEstimator - Position Overview Manage the full estimating process from initial tender enquiry through to final submission and successful handover Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and contract requirements to establish project scope and pricing requirements Coordinate tender requirements with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and compliant submissions Complete detailed quantity take-offs and prepare cost estimates using labour, plant, materials and subcontractor pricing Obtain, review and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations to support competitive tender submissions Develop project pricing strategies, cost plans and value engineering opportunities to maximise commercial performance Work collaboratively with the bid team to prepare design and build tender submissions Liaise with designers and technical teams to develop solutions suitable for accurate pricing Contribute to tender planning, risk assessments and commercial reviews to identify and mitigate potential project risks Support the implementation of digital estimating tools, including BIM and 5D cost planning processes where required Present completed tenders for internal review and approval prior to client submission Support post-tender negotiations and provide detailed project handovers following successful contract awardsEstimator - Position Requirements Relevant construction qualification such as HNC, HND or Degree Proven experience working within an estimating role within the construction industry Strong understanding of tender processes, contract documentation and construction methodologies Ability to analyse tender documents, drawings, specifications and contract terms Experience producing accurate cost estimates and developing project pricing strategies Strong knowledge of materials, products, labour, plant and associated construction costs Ability to obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations Experience with value engineering, cost planning and developing commercial solutions Good understanding of BIM-enabled design and digital estimating tools would be advantageous Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Knowledge of contract law, quality assurance processes and lean methodologies would be beneficial Strong IT skills with the ability to utilise relevant estimating and project software Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, clients and supply chain partnersStreamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application

Rewards & Benefits on Offer; • Monday to Friday working hours promoting a healthy work/life balance, • Competitive starting salary, • Performance Based Bonus Scheme, • Hybrid working (office & home working) if eligible, • 23 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays per annum increasing to 26 days. Additional holiday for 5 years’ service, • Holiday purchase scheme. (You can buy up to 1 week’s annual leave), • Attendance bonus, • Death in service following 1 years’ service, • Auto-enrolment company pension, • Employee assistance programme 24-hour helpline, • Travel to work schemes; bike to work scheme, public transport pass scheme, • Annual flu jab and eyecare scheme The Company you will be working with; MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our prestigious legal client on their search for a Paralegal to join their Housing Disrepair Department on a full time and permanent basis and the ideal candidate with be a law graduate. The Role you will be doing; • Checking and reviewing initial claim information, • Taking initial information from clients over telephone, • Sending files for triage and reviewing triage reports, • Identifying and processing files to be rejected, • Dealing with routine post, emails and telephone calls, • Liaising with surveyors and any other experts, • Dealing promptly with telephone enquiries from clients, introducers and others, • Assisting other team members as necessary, including various elements of file handling under supervision as and when required, • To carry out such other duties as might reasonably be requested by the Partners, • Working Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 hour lunch. About You; • Graduate of Law, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Strong organisational skills and be adept at dealing with electronic case management and filing systems, • Excellent time management skills and will be comfortable working under time constraints, with the ability to work accurately and to meet deadlines, • Excellent research skills, interpersonal skills and be mindful of the need for high levels of discretion when dealing with confidential matters, • Good attention to detail and a strong ability to prioritise work, • An understanding of the importance of client care and maintaining good client relations, • An ability to work well within a team

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER - HRBP / HR Manager COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE: This is a fantastic opportunity for a progressive HR professional to join an established, global leader in specialist engineering. Operating on behalf of our client, we are seeking a strategic yet hands-on Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to build and elevate the HR function across two rapidly evolving group companies. Based at an established engineering facility in Gateshead, this is a newly created, autonomous position reporting directly to the General Manager (EMEA). You will act as the local people expert for the Gateshead site (40 employees) while fully supporting a newly acquired, specialist engineering business located in Rugby (30 employees). This role sits on the local leadership team, actively influencing business growth and organisational change, while collaborating with a wider global matrix corporate structure. It offers a culture defined by trust, accountability, and true operational independence. NB: It’s anticipated the successful candidate would visit the Rugby site around 2 days a week, twice a month. A company vehicle will be provided when required for this purpose and/or other expensed travel as necessary. Likewise any overnight accommodation and related expenses will be covered by the company. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Partner closely with senior leaders and the General Manager to provide commercial HR insights that advance organisational capability, workforce effectiveness, and strategic business growth. Develop and drive a robust talent acquisition and retention strategy; implement workforce planning and succession-planning methodologies to build a sustainable internal talent pipeline. Advise, coach, and support department heads and managers on leadership behaviours, competencies, performance enablement, and reducing "time to competence" for their teams. Lead and manage structural change initiatives—including potential reorganisations, restructures, or integration programmes—ensuring smooth transitions while maintaining employee morale. Manage complex employee relations issues autonomously, conducting disciplinary and grievance hearings up to and including dismissals in strict accordance with UK legislation and company policy. Create and deliver targeted internal HR training sessions for staff and management, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous learning. Maintain master data for key HR metrics and people analytics. Formulate comprehensive management reports and data trends for presentation at monthly/quarterly management meetings and local Board meetings. Oversee the end-to-end employee lifecycle from contract variations, reference verification, and Right to Work (RTW) compliance, through to exit interviews and trend tracking. Ensure payroll-related data is cleanly processed on schedule. Utilise employee feedback workshops and branding initiatives to champion a positive workplace culture focused on diversity, inclusion, belonging, and employee wellbeing. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: ESSENTIAL Fully CIPD Qualified (or equivalent HR-focused degree / professional attainment). Established background as an HR Business Partner or a Senior HR Advisor ready for a strategic step-up, ideally within a fast-paced specialist engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environment. Comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and regulatory best practices. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with proven resilience and the confidence to navigate demanding stakeholder groups and resolve complex ER cases independently. Strong logical thinking skills with the ability to translate people metrics into commercial business outcomes for leadership and Board review. Logistics: Full UK Driving Licence and the right to work in the UK. Mobility: Absolute willingness and ability to undertake regular on-site travel to the secondary business unit in the Midlands (Rugby area). DESIRABLE Direct experience supporting or managing HR integration following a business acquisition or organisational merger. Experience operating within a large, global matrix organisation with remote reporting lines. Track record of utilising digital workflows, modern HRIS, or smart tools to eliminate administrative bottlenecks and streamline reporting. Details of Package: £45,000 to £55,000 (Depending on Experience) + Bonus + Competitive Benefits. Hours of work: 39 hours per week, Mon-Thurs (phone number removed)pm Fri (phone number removed)pm, there will be some flexibility by agreement

My client, an award-winning full-service law firm, is continuing to grow and is seeking ambitious Property Litigation Solicitors from 3 years PQE through to Partner level to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a firm with a long-established reputation for excellence, outstanding client service, and a collaborative culture. Whether you're looking to accelerate your progression, develop your own client following, or step into a senior leadership role, this position offers the platform, support, and quality work to help you achieve your ambitions. Working alongside experienced specialists, you will advise a diverse client base including SMEs, major corporates, developers, landowners, managing agents, and rural businesses across a broad range of complex and high-value disputes. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters from instruction through to resolution. Advise clients on a range of disputes including commercial property, agricultural and rural matters, lease renewals, dilapidations, possession claims, rent arrears, breach of covenant, and boundary or easement issues. Provide clear, strategic legal advice to a diverse client base including SMEs, corporates, developers, landowners, and managing agents. Maintain accurate case management, time recording, billing, and compliance standards. Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver an integrated client service. Support business development activities and contribute to growing client relationships. Stay up to date with relevant legislation, case law, and industry developments. The Ideal Candidate Qualified Solicitor with demonstrable experience in Property Litigation. Strong background handling a broad range of property disputes and contentious real estate matters. Experience advising on contractual disputes relating to real estate would be highly advantageous. Proven ability to manage an independent caseload effectively while maintaining exceptional client service standards. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical, strategic legal advice. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues alike. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and effective time management skills. Committed to maintaining technical expertise through ongoing learning and professional development. Enthusiastic about business development and building a personal client following. Why This Role is Attractive Opportunity to join a respected and expanding law firm with ambitious growth plans. Exposure to a broad and interesting range of property litigation and dispute resolution matters. Work with a diverse client portfolio spanning SMEs, corporate organisations, developers, landowners, and managing agents. Supportive team environment with direct access to experienced leadership and mentoring. Genuine opportunity to contribute to business development and career progression. High level of autonomy combined with collaborative cross-departmental working. Excellent platform for an ambitious solicitor looking to develop their expertise and establish themselves within a successful and growing practice. To hear more about this unique opportunity, please reach out to Amy Spark on LinkedIn or send your CV to: (url removed)

Salesforce is seeking an experienced Senior Director, Commercial Legal to support our Public Sector Sales across EMEA and APAC. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of PQE, deep public sector expertise, and a proven ability to balance commercial objectives with legal risk in SaaS environments.

This vital role requires an inspirational leader to manage a talented team of lawyers and provide counsel on complex commercial matters. Liverpool City Council is seeking a Head of Law - Contracts and Commercial to lead the council's legal advisory services.

A Commercial Property Solicitor with over 5 years PQE is required for this full-service law firm with 12 offices nationwide. Benefits for this Commercial Property Solicitor role:. If you're a Commercial Property Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today.

Liverpool City Council is seeking a Head of Law - Contracts and Commercial to lead the council's legal advisory services. This vital role requires an inspirational leader to manage a talented team of lawyers and provide counsel on complex commercial matters.