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Exclusively working with a leading (re)insurance broker who are seeking to hire a Senior Counsel. The role will support both the centralised legal function and lead the firm's Trade Credit, Political Risk and Surety division from a legal perspective. As Senior Counsel, you will be responsible for: • Policy Wording Drafting & Review across Political Risk, Surety & Credit Risk., • Providing guidance to clients on policy wording compliance and coverage issues, related to Basel directives., • Assisting on claims and restructuring of policies., • Supporting on complex financing arrangements and documentation., • Supporting the central legal function across commercial contracts and regulatory advice., • Providing education, training and support on relevant legal issues to the wider business., • Running litigation matters and liaising with external counsel when needed. The successful candidate must be a qualified lawyer with at least 10 years+ PQE, with strong experience in Private Practice and In-House. Strong experience of Insurance Law, particularly in the Credit/Surety space is essential. A very attractive salary and package (bonus up to 30%) and other great benefits are on offer. This role is a hybrid position, typically 3 days a week in the office.

Electronics Patent Attorney – London I’m representing a leading IP firm with a strong reputation in electronics and engineering patent work. The practice is known for its supportive culture, high-quality work and structured approach to career progression. The team works closely with a varied and high-profile client base, providing exposure to complex, technically challenging matters across the electronics sector. About the Role This is a career-defining opportunity for an Electronics Patent Attorney with around 3 years’ PQE. The firm provides one of the clearest and most structured paths to partnership in the market. From day one, you will have a transparent timeline and a tailored plan detailing the skills, experience and achievements needed to progress. This is combined with outstanding training and development programmes, designed to equip you with the technical and commercial insight to become a leading Partner in the field. Key Responsibilities \n • Drafting, filing and prosecuting UK, European and international patent applications in electronics, • Advising clients on patent strategy, portfolio management and freedom-to-operate issues, • Managing direct client relationships, providing high-quality technical and commercial advice, • Supporting contentious matters where needed, including oppositions and validity challenges, • Collaborating with internal teams and international associates to deliver comprehensive IP solutions, • Qualified Patent Attorney with approximately 3 years’ PQE, preferably with an electronics or engineering technical background, • Strong technical drafting and prosecution experience in electronics, • Ability to manage client matters independently while maintaining high attention to detail, • Ambition to progress to Partner with a proactive, commercial mindset, • Top-of-market salary with a highly competitive bonus, • Clear, structured pathway to Partnership with full transparency around progression, • Varied and technically interesting workload with direct client exposure, • Outstanding training, development and mentoring programmes, • Comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working options and wellbeing support\n #INDMALS

Fractional Legal Consultant (Commercial Contracts & Strategic Advisory) UK Qualified Solicitor – Long-Term Strategic Collaboration Location: UK (Remote – Flexible Availability Required) Engagement Type: Monthly Retainer + Fixed Fee Per Matter Initial Retainer Budget: £100–£200 Project Fees: Agreed per contract / negotiation / advisory task Compensation structure to scale as business grows The Role We are seeking a UK-qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) to act as our Fractional Legal Consultant — combining strong commercial contract expertise with forward-thinking legal advisory. This role requires equal strength in: ✔ Robust contract drafting and risk elimination ✔ Strategic business and structural advisory Core Responsibilities 1. Commercial Contracts (Primary Focus) • Drafting, reviewing, and refining:, • Client service agreements, • Consultancy contracts, • Freelance agreements, • Collaboration agreements, • NDAs, • Identifying and eliminating loopholes, • Ensuring enforceability, clarity, and commercial alignment, • Strengthening liability, indemnity, IP ownership, and termination provisions, • Advising on appropriate contract structures depending on risk profile 2. Business & Structural Advisory • Advising on UK company structures and entity formation, • Guidance on whether to operate under one company or establish separate linked entities, • Liability structuring and risk mitigation, • Director duties and exposure considerations, • Insurance and compliance guidance 3. Intellectual Property & Growth Protection • Advising on trademark and IP protection strategy, • Providing guidance on patent considerations (or referring to specialists where appropriate), • Ensuring contracts clearly protect ownership and usage rights, • Future-proofing agreements for scale Working Style & Communication As a neurodivergent-led business, communication style is extremely important. We are seeking someone who: • Communicates clearly and structurally, • Is calm, kind, and solution-focused, • Is patient and comfortable re-explaining legal concepts if required, • Avoids unnecessarily harsh or adversarial tone Long-Term Alignment We are not seeking someone who views this role as short-term supplementary income. We are looking for a legal professional who: • Is genuinely interested in being part of a growing consultancy, • Sees value in building a long-term working relationship, • Wants to grow alongside the business, • Is invested in strengthening legal foundations from an early stage Ideal Candidate • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales), • Strong background in commercial contract drafting, • Experience advising startups or SMEs, • Comfortable acting as fractional / external legal counsel, • Commercially pragmatic and strategically minded Engagement Structure • Monthly retainer for ongoing advisory access, • Fixed fee per contract or defined legal matter, • Review of scope and fees as business scales What Success Looks Like • Strong, loophole-resistant contracts, • Reduced legal exposure, • Proactive identification of structural risks, • Clear legal strategy aligned with business growth About 3Koncept 3Koncept is a London-based creative and strategic consultancy specialising in branding, business structuring, and experience creation across lifestyle and emerging industries. We are a neurodivergent-led consultancy. Pattern recognition, structural thinking, and proactive problem-solving form the core of how we operate. We instinctively identify patterns, interconnections, and potential risks early — enabling us to anticipate challenges before they arise and design businesses with long-term clarity, stability, and scalability. Our approach integrates creativity with structure. We do not simply develop ideas — we refine, architect, and future-proof them. We believe strong businesses are built not only on creativity, but on sound structural and legal foundations. We do not operate transactionally. We collaborate deeply with our clients to ensure their businesses are not only innovative and commercially viable, but legally and strategically resilient. • As we expand, we are seeking a UK-qualified commercial solicitor to become a long-term legal partner to the business — someone who can strengthen our contractual framework while advising strategically on growth, structure, and risk management.

About the Job An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Trade Mark Attorney (4 PQE+) to join a respected intellectual property practice based in London. 4 PQE+ Trade Mark Attorney - London - Salary up to £85k The Role This role offers exposure to a broad mix of trade mark and brand protection work, supporting clients across sectors including UHNWI's, entertainment, technology and creative industries. You’ll be joining a team that delivers both prosecution and contentious services, handling everything from filing and portfolio management through to oppositions, enforcement and strategic brand protection. You’ll be entrusted with meaningful client work from the outset and will collaborate closely within a supportive team that values technical excellence and commercially grounded advice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to further their expertise in trade mark law while playing a key role in a well-established practice. You can expect: • Significant involvement in trade mark prosecution, oppositions and enforcement, • Early responsibility for your own client matters, • Exposure to both UK and international trade mark strategy, • Practical support from experienced attorneys alongside autonomy, • A collaborative and intellectually engaging working environment The Team You will join a specialist IP team with a long heritage in patent, trade mark and design services. The team acts for a range of clients from global brands and large corporates to innovative SMEs and start-ups, delivering practical, responsive advice tailored to business needs. The trade mark practice advises on: • Filing and prosecuting trade mark applications in the UK, EU and internationally, • Strategic portfolio management and brand clearance, • Oppositions, invalidity and enforcement actions, • Licensing and transactional aspects of trade marks, • Domain name and related brand protection issues Key Responsibilities • Advising on trade mark filing, prosecution and portfolio management, • Handling trade mark oppositions, cancellations and enforcement proceedings, • Providing strategic trade mark advice aligned with clients’ commercial objectives, • Drafting and reviewing trade mark and brand-related documentation, • Collaborating on cross-border trade mark strategy and international filings, • Building trusted relationships with clients and supporting business development activity The Candidate You’ll be a Trade Mark Attorney or equivalent qualified professional with at least 4 years’ post-qualification experience, gained in a recognised trade mark or intellectual property practice. You will bring: • Strong technical experience in trade mark prosecution and related work, • Exposure to oppositions, cancellations or enforcement proceedings, • Excellent drafting and communication skills, • A commercial and client-focused mindset, • Confidence handling your own matters with autonomy, • A collaborative approach within a team environment This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys variety, responsibility and building deep technical expertise in trade mark law. Benefits • Salary up to £85k, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Generous bonus opportunities based on achievable targets, • Company pension, • Private medical and wellbeing support, • Hybrid working arrangements, • Supportive culture with development and progression opportunities Apply in the strictest of confidence Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Corporate & Commercial) Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525 E-mail: WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT 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.

Job Title: Patent Litigation Associate (3-7 PQE) Overview: Hunter Savage is delighted to partner with a prestigious international law firm in their search for a talented Patent Litigation Associate to join their expanding London Intellectual Property team. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile, complex, and often cross-border patent disputes, particularly within the technology and life sciences sectors. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic, commercially focused legal advice while contributing to the growth of a highly regarded practice. Top 3 Things to Know About this Role: • High-Quality Work: Engage in complex, high-value patent litigation with an international focus., • Career Growth: Join a growing London IP team with clear opportunities for career progression., • Competitive Package: Enjoy a market-leading salary and comprehensive benefits. The Role: As a Patent Litigation Associate, you will: • Manage and support UK patent litigation cases, including technical analysis, evidence preparation, and strategic case management., • Advise clients on patent enforcement, validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate matters., • Collaborate with US and European colleagues to coordinate multi-jurisdictional disputes., • Provide advice on a range of intellectual property rights, including trade marks, copyright, designs, and confidential information., • Support transactional and advisory IP work as required., • Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to the firm's business development initiatives., • Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, fostering their professional growth (for senior candidates). The Person: The ideal candidate will possess: • Qualification as a solicitor (England & Wales) or barrister, with a strong academic background., • 3-7 years' PQE in patent litigation, ideally gained at a leading international or specialist IP firm., • A technical or scientific background (e.g., life sciences, chemistry, engineering, physics, or computer science) is highly desirable., • Experience with other IP rights (e.g., trade marks, copyright, designs) is advantageous., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle technically complex matters., • Excellent communication and drafting skills, coupled with a commercial and strategic mindset., • A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service. The Reward: • Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and market standards., • Comprehensive Benefits: Including private healthcare, pension contributions, and wellness initiatives., • Career Development: Clear pathways for progression within a growing team., • International Exposure: Opportunities for cross-border collaboration and secondments., • Inclusive Culture: A supportive and high-performing team environment that values diversity and innovation. Next Steps: For further information and to apply for this exciting Patent Litigation Associate opportunity, please contact Michelle at Hunter Savage for a confidential discussion. Visit our website to explore a full list of legal opportunities tailored to your expertise. Why Hunter Savage? At Hunter Savage, we pride ourselves on being a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep expertise in the legal sector. Our team is dedicated to connecting talented professionals with exceptional opportunities, offering expert and confidential career advice every step of the way. Let us help you take the next step in your career journey. Salary details are provided as a guide and may vary based on experience and expertise. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.

Healthcare Regulatory / Fitness to Practice Solicitor – London – Up to £90,000 An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join a top-tier, Legal 500 recognised law firm known for its specialist expertise across the healthcare and regulatory sectors. The firm’s expanding Healthcare Regulatory team advises a broad range of clients including healthcare professionals, private care providers, NHS organisations and NHS Resolution on complex and high-profile regulatory matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on Fitness to Practice proceedings, regulatory investigations and disciplinary matters, with regular exposure to advocacy and strategic advisory work within a highly respected team. The Role • Manage a varied caseload of healthcare regulatory matters, including Fitness to Practice proceedings, • Advise and represent healthcare professionals and organisations facing regulatory investigations, • Act on matters involving NHSE and CQC investigations, • Conduct advocacy in hearings and tribunals where appropriate, • Provide practical, commercially focused advice to clients in sensitive regulatory matters, • Build strong relationships with clients and deliver a high standard of service, • Support the development of junior team members and trainees, • Contribute to internal training and wider business development initiatives About You • A qualified solicitor with 2–8 years’ PQE, • Experienced in healthcare regulatory law, particularly Fitness to Practice matters, • A confident advocate with experience in hearings or tribunals, • Comfortable managing both routine and complex regulatory cases, • Highly organised with strong technical and drafting skills, • Commercially aware and able to provide clear, pragmatic advice, • A collaborative team player with a strong focus on client service What’s on Offer • Salary up to £90,000, depending on experience, • Central London office with excellent transport links, • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with buy/sell options, • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, • Private medical and dental insurance, • Life assurance and pension scheme Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant Direct Dial: Office Number 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332 Email:

Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our investment banking team in London. As an Investment Banking Associate, you will play a crucial role in assisting with financial analysis, deal execution, and client interactions within the healthcare industry. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with senior bankers, clients, and industry experts to facilitate strategic transactions and provide insightful financial solutions. Key Responsibilities: Analyze industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to assess the financial performance and growth prospects of healthcare companies. Assist in drafting transaction-related materials, including pitch books, offering memorandums, management presentations, and other deal documentation. Coordinate due diligence efforts, liaising with internal and external teams to ensure timely and accurate information exchange. Assist in client meetings and presentations, helping to articulate the firm's capabilities and insights related to the healthcare industry. Contribute to the creation of thought leadership pieces and reports regarding healthcare market dynamics, innovations, and investment opportunities. Assist senior team members in various tasks and projects as needed, supporting a seamless workflow and efficient operations within the team. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or related field; Master's degree in business administration (MBA) is a plus., • Previous experience in investment banking, finance, or healthcare industry is preferred., • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and financial modeling software., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner., • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines effectively., • Passion for the healthcare industry and understanding of its dynamics, including healthcare providers, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and related sectors., • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

My client, a well-respected Litigation Practice is looking to recruit am experienced Costs Draftsman/Costs Lawyer to their established team. You will be providing Costs support in Clinical Negligence and Serious Injury with exposure to some real quality work. You will be responsible for dealing with a large caseload that will include bill drafting and negotiations. Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to: • Drafting bills of costs (using CostsMaster drafting software) in both traditional and electronic (Precedent S) format, • Preparing Costs Budgets in form Precedent H in accordance with Departmental requirements/workstreams, • Managing your own caseload dealing with complex matters, • Negotiation You must have Minimum of 12 months experience in a Bill Drafting, Budgeting or negotiating role. Qualified Costs lawyer experience is desirable but not essential. For more information please apply through the links provided or contact Jamie Miller at Miller Grace for a confidential chat.

Job Title: Associate Department: Structured Finance Location: London Contract Type: 12-month FTC Overview A leading international law firm is seeking an associate to join its highly regarded Structured Finance group in London. This role offers the chance to work directly with multiple partners on a wide range of complex and high-profile transactions across the UK, Europe and the US. The successful candidate will advise banks, arrangers, and asset managers on securitisation and structured finance mandates, including CLOs and other financing structures involving diverse asset classes. Key Responsibilities You will be involved in advising on: • The full lifecycle of securitisation and structured finance transactions, including structuring, documentation, execution and closing., • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating key transactional documents including prospectuses, offering circulars, trust deeds, servicing agreements and purchase agreements., • CLO transactions (warehouses and public deals), asset-backed lending facilities and cross-border financing matters across European and US markets., • EU/UK risk retention compliant structures and captive equity fund arrangements., • Supporting partners on complex cross-border transactions., • Keeping up to date with legal/regulatory developments affecting the structured finance sector. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have: • Demonstrated experience in general banking & finance law, and preferably securitisation and structured finance transactions., • Strong academic background and excellent technical legal skills. If you are interested in this role, please apply or contact

We are seeking a solicitor to join a busy employment team led by a leading employment partner. This role requires a strong background in employment law, with a particular focus on contentious matters, particularly involving discrimination and equality issues. Experience of advocacy is desirable, but not essential. Responsibilities • Advising a diverse client base, including senior executives and commercial clients across sectors such as transport, marketing, and technology., • Managing contentious matters, including: Drafting and responding to tribunal claims, drafting witness statements and managing disclosure, • Advising and liaising directly with clients, • Attending client meetings and contributing to business development events., • Providing support to colleagues, working independently and remotely, while meeting deadlines and maintaining excellent attention to detail. Qualifications Minimum of 8yrs PQE and experience gained at a reputable regional or London firm. Required Skills • Proven track record of managing contentious matters., • Excellent communication skills., • Ability to “hit the ground running.”, • Strong team player. This is a great opportunity for a candidate looking to join a growing team in what is probably the UK’s happiest law firm.

Service Care Legal are working with a highly regarded Legal 500-ranked firm in West London is seeking an experienced Children Panel Accredited Child Care Solicitor to join its growing Family team. This is a senior role offering autonomy, flexible working, and the opportunity to supervise junior colleagues. The Role • Manage a complex public and private Child Care caseload, including Legal Aid/CCMS and advocacy, • Represent parents, family members, and children (directly or via CAFCASS Guardians), • Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and caseworkers, supporting team development, • Contribute to business development and strengthening referral networks The Person • Children Panel Accredited Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in Child Care, • Strong experience in Legal Aid, care proceedings, and sensitive client matters, • Confident advocate with excellent drafting, case management, and client care skills, • Commercially aware, proactive, and able to build trusted professional relationships

Senior Compliance Officer Our Mission We exist to empower individuals to build long-term wealth by reimagining how trading and investing work. Through innovative, client-centric solutions, we aim to enhance the overall investment experience. With a large and growing global client base and significant assets under management, our growth reflects the trust we’ve built and our commitment to excellence. Our culture is fast-paced, high-performing, and driven by continuous innovation. Purpose of the Role As a Senior Compliance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Head of Compliance in ensuring the firm’s adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements in the United Kingdom, particularly under FCA regulations. You will act as a trusted advisor to the business, helping to embed a strong compliance culture while enabling commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities • Support and advise the business on day-to-day compliance matters, ensuring alignment with FCA regulations and internal policies, • Lead and perform compliance risk assessments, identifying, evaluating, and mitigating regulatory risks, • Prepare and review regulatory submissions and reports to the FCA, • Develop, enhance, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and frameworks in line with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practice, • Monitor and interpret regulatory developments, providing clear and actionable guidance to stakeholders, • Maintain and oversee key compliance registers, ensuring accuracy and completeness, • Contribute to strategic compliance planning and support senior management decision-making, • Act as a key point of contact during regulatory inspections and audits, liaising with auditors and regulators as required, • Execute and enhance the Compliance Monitoring Programme, including conducting thematic and desk-based reviews across the business, • Promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across the organisation Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline, • Proven experience in a compliance role within financial services, ideally in a regulated UK environment, • Strong working knowledge of FCA rules and expectations, • Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail, • Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, • High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability, • Excellent written skills, with experience drafting policies and regulatory communications, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Investment Banking Analysts x 2 - Global Investment Bank - ACAs wanted We are now working with the M&A team of a top US investment bank. They have had an incredibly successful year, and are now looking to add two Analysts to their European M&A team. Day to day, this will involve the following duties: Assisting with the execution of transactions including M&A, corporate finance and other related activities Preparing financial and valuation models for potential corporate client opportunities Drafting relevant corporate finance and related transactional documentation Preparing marketing presentations for current and potential corporate clients with appropriate research and data analytics They are interested in meeting people who will have a background as follows: ACAs with experience in lead advisory, transaction services or M&A Excellent deal sheets Strong academics These are brilliant opportunities for ACAs to join one of the top investment banks

Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Defendant) | 2–7 PQE | Award-Winning Team | London | £60,000 - £75,000 This leading team is looking for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to work on high-profile defendant matters within the London office of nationally recognised, award-winning offering? This is a standout opportunity to join a top Healthcare practice acting for public healthcare organisations including NHS Resolution as well as major insurers, offering exposure to complex, sensitive and high-value claims alongside genuine career progression. The team has received significant industry recognition, most recently being named Public Sector Legal Advisor of the Year at the Health Investor Awards. Role overview You will manage your own caseload of defendant clinical negligence matters, working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team. Your responsibilities will include: • Running clinical negligence files from inception through to resolution, • Drafting reports, witness statements and key legal documentation, • Interviewing witnesses and liaising with experts and counsel, • Attending Court hearings, including Case Management Conferences and applications, • Negotiating settlements and attending mediations, • Preparing cases for trial and attending hearings where required You will also play a broader role within the team, including: • Delivering client training and drafting thought leadership articles, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, • Supporting business development initiatives, • Supervising and mentoring junior team members (where appropriate), • Contributing to the continued growth and success of the Healthcare practice Experienced lawyers with 2 PQE + You will be a qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with 2–7 years’ PQE and experience in defendant clinical negligence work. You will also demonstrate: • The ability to manage your own caseload with confidence and autonomy, • Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills, • A proactive, pragmatic and detail-focused approach, • Understanding of client expectations, KPIs and regulatory requirements, • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively, including in a hybrid/remote environment Candidates with strong claimant experience who are looking to move into defendant work will also be considered. A great opportunity with a leading clinical negligence practice • Join an award-winning Healthcare team with a national reputation, • Work on complex, meaningful cases for NHS Resolution and leading insurers, • Gain exposure to high-quality work and excellent client contact, • Benefit from structured development, mentoring and progression opportunities, • Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking and collaborative culture Want to know more? If you’re a Clinical Negligence Solicitor considering your next move, get in touch for a confidential discussion or apply with your CV.

We are seeking an experienced Technology Lawyer to our clients growing legal team within a dynamic software business based in London. This role will support cutting-edge product development, including AI-driven solutions, and requires a commercially minded lawyer with deep expertise in IT, intellectual property, and technology licensing. Key Responsibilities • Advise on a wide range of technology matters, including software development, SaaS offerings, cloud services, and emerging AI products., • Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including software licensing, SaaS agreements, APIs, data sharing, and partnership contracts., • Provide strategic guidance on intellectual property rights, including ownership, protection, and commercialization of software and AI innovations., • Support the business on AI-related legal and regulatory developments, ensuring compliance with evolving frameworks and ethical standards., • Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and technical teams to understand product architecture and translate technical concepts into legal risk assessments., • Develop and maintain scalable legal frameworks for licensing and distribution models across multiple jurisdictions., • Advise on data protection, cybersecurity, and technology risk issues in coordination with internal stakeholders. Key Requirements • Qualified lawyer in England & Wales (or equivalent), with significant post-qualification experience in technology law., • Strong background in IT law, intellectual property, and software licensing (including SaaS and enterprise licensing models)., • Demonstrable experience advising on AI technologies or a strong, genuine interest in artificial intelligence and its legal implications., • Proven ability to work closely with software engineers and technical teams on a regular basis, with confidence engaging in technical discussions., • Commercially focused, with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice., • Experience in a fast-paced technology or software environment (in-house preferred, but not essential)., • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. If you have these skills and would like to discuss this role in more detail, please kindly share your CV with Sarah

Job Role: Finance Paralegal Location: London Duration: Permanent Salary: Competitive Job Responsibilities • Acting as a key liaison with investment banks, • Drafting deal documents from precedents, • Preparing listing documents and liaising with local jurisdiction bodies, • Reviewing standard transaction documents from counsel, • Managing transaction timelines, signings, and closings, • Maintaining a database of transactions and producing monthly deal flow reports, • Monitoring receivables and assisting with post-completion processes Candidates will ideally have at least one year of relevant transactional experience gained at a US, Magic Circle, or elite City law firm, or within an investment bank. • Excellent organisation and attention to detail, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, • gained in a City law firm or investment bank is preferred

An elite US law firm is looking to hire several NQs into its finance practice. The team is well known for advising financial sponsors, funds and corporate borrowers on complex, high‑value financing transactions, many of which involve significant cross‑border work. In this role, you’ll support on a wide range of domestic and international leveraged finance, private credit and fund finance matters. You’ll work closely with partners in the London team, as well as colleagues across the firm’s other global offices, including the US. Requirements • Trained at a well‑respected US, City or international law firm, • Completed a finance seat during your training contract, ideally with leveraged or acquisition finance exposure, • Genuine interest in working on borrower‑side and sponsor‑side transactions, • Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail My client offers Cravath‑scale remuneration.

Senior Property Litigation Lawyer Bristol, with flexible working £80,000 ++ DOE If you’re feeling boxed in — limited progression, or not getting exposure to high-quality work — this is a genuine opportunity to step into something more progressive, in a fabulous team. This is a forward-thinking nationally recognised team within a highly regarded commercial firm that continues to invest heavily in its people. You will join a collaborative group working across offices as one team, with strong partner access and no glass ceilings for progression. The Role You will handle a broad mix of contentious property work for a high-calibre client base spanning public and private sectors — including major institutions, developers, lenders, and government bodies. You’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your own caseload, while being supported by experienced senior lawyers. There’s also real scope to get involved in business development and play a part in the team’s continued growth. What They are Looking For • Solid experience in property litigation, • Strong technical and drafting ability, • A commercial, solutions-focused mindset, • Confidence managing your own matters and building client relationships, • An interest in mentoring juniors and contributing to growth If you are ready to move somewhere you’ll actually be trusted, supported, and able to progress — this is well worth a conversation. Contact me using: 01172 420 855

Our client, a highly regarded international law firm, is expanding its Finance team in London and is looking for a mid-to-senior associate. The practice covers Real Estate Finance, Fund Finance and Leveraged Finance and is actively growing across all areas. They are particularly keen to see candidates with REF or fund finance experience, ideally with sponsor-side exposure, though strong lender-side backgrounds will also be considered. The Role You will work closely with senior lawyers and partners on a broad range of complex real estate finance transactions. You’ll be involved throughout the deal lifecycle, structuring, negotiating and managing transactions across a diverse client base, while building technical expertise and commercial judgment. Role Overview • Advise clients across the full spectrum of Real Estate Finance, Fund Finance and Leveraged Finance transactions., • Draft, negotiate, and review key transaction documents., • Assist in structuring deals and managing legal and commercial complexities., • Work collaboratively across teams to ensure smooth transaction execution., • Maintain close client contact throughout transactions, providing practical, commercially focused advice., • Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and client development initiatives. Requirements • England & Wales qualified, with 2–6 PQE across finance-related practice areas., • Strong academic record and proven legal expertise., • Skilled in drafting and negotiation, with excellent attention to detail., • Commercially minded, with strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Comfortable working in collaborative, cross-border teams under pressure., • Proactive, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development and client engagement.

Tier 1 Restructuring Practice Group within a leading US law firm is looking to hire a 3–5 PQE Solicitor into its London practice, offering exposure to some of the most complex, high-stakes situations in the market, working alongside leading advisers on cross-border mandates. The Firm Elite international firm with a reputation for handling sophisticated, high-value matters at the very top end of the market. The London office is tightly integrated with its global network, particularly across the US and Europe, and is known for its intellectually rigorous, collaborative environment and premium client base. The Opportunity Working across a broad range of restructuring and special situations matters, advising on complex financial restructurings, distressed scenarios and insolvency-related issues. The work is often multi-jurisdictional, involving coordination across different creditor groups and stakeholders, with exposure to a range of financing structures including bank debt and high yield instruments. You’ll be given strong levels of responsibility, working closely with senior lawyers and clients on technically challenging, high-profile matters. Candidate Requirements 3–5 PQE, England & Wales qualified, with solid experience in restructuring, insolvency or special situations work. Strong understanding of financing structures, including loan and bond documentation, and exposure to cross-border matters is important. You should have strong drafting and negotiation skills, be intellectually sharp, and bring a proactive, collaborative approach to working within a high-performing team. No CV required - for a strictly confidential discussion about the role and to find out who the firm is, please get in touch with Sarah Beard via LinkedIn

A leading legal-tech consultancy is looking for a talented derivatives lawyer to join their expert derivatives team. You'll help maintain and develop multi‑jurisdictional content covering netting, collateral, pre‑trade due diligence and global derivatives regulation. The role • Updating and producing legal analysis for digital publication, • Working with counsel globally to commission and review legal opinions, • Contributing to the development of new products, • Supporting subscribers through training and guidance, • Monitoring and summarising key regulatory developments The requirements • Strong derivatives experience (4–7 PQE), • Excellent drafting, analytical and technical skills, • Confidence working with complex cross-border legal matters, • A proactive, organised and collaborative approach, • Someone who enjoys distilling complex legal issues into clear, concise explanations This is an ideal role for a technically strong derivatives lawyer seeking interesting, impactful work in a more predictable, product‑focused environment. Interesting work, friendly, collegiate team and highly flexible hybrid working on offer. This role is also offered on a part time (4-day week) basis.

A long-standing client, one of the Big 4, is looking to engage an experienced Corporate Lawyer at Senior Manager level for a 6-month assignment, starting ASAP in London. This is an exciting opportunity, reporting into the Deputy General Counsel, and will involve providing comprehensive legal support across a wide variety of corporate, finance, and general commercial matters. The successful individual will likely have upwards of 7 years’ PQE and will lead on corporate transactional matters, including acquisitions and disposals. They will also support and advise the finance team on external financing and be involved in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of transactional and commercial contracts. In-house experience is required (ideally within Professional Services or similarly large, complex organisations), along with an exceptional ability to build credibility and trust with senior leadership. A hybrid working policy is in place and a competitive daily rate is on offer (inside IR35).

Commercial Property Solicitor | 4+ PQE | choice of locations in the City of London, Bromley or Surrey| £70,000 – £80,000 DOE | Hybrid Working A highly respected and successful regional law firm with an established London office is seeking a Solicitor to join its Commercial Property team. The firm offers career development and an exceptional people culture. This opportunity would suit an experienced Solicitor looking to manage a varied Commercial Property caseload while working closely with the Head of Practice in a supportive and well-structured environment. The role • Managing Commercial Property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leases and development projects, • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, leases and related documentation, • Conducting due diligence including title checks, searches and compliance reviews, • Advising on landlord and tenant matters, property finance and development issues, • Maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and firm policies, • Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives, • Supporting the development and mentoring of junior colleagues Requirements • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 4 years PQE., • Proven experience managing a Commercial Property caseload., • Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines., • Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach., • Experience in development, planning or property finance matters would be advantageous. For a confidential discussion regarding this excellent opportunity, please contact me directly as follows: Jo Cokayne 0208 078 9236 (office hours) 07925 104795 (out of office hours) LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients. LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.

Senior Procurement Manager Central London 12-month Contract - Hybrid £500 per day ARM are delighted to be working with our client to help them recruit a Senior Procurement Manager on a 12 month contract. The Role: • Identify, analyse and realise savings opportunities across the procurement pipeline., • Engage with Finance Business Partners fortnightly to track performance, forecasts and bottlenecks., • Maintain and update savings trackers and reporting for the Investment Finance Board (IFB)., • Provide input/peer review into category strategies and contract management plans, • Peer‑reviewing procurement strategies across categories., • Supporting contract management for the SAP contract (minimal workload). Requirements: • Strong attention to details, due to the volume of financial reporting, savings validation and data accuracy requirements., • Experience across multiple categories (not limited to ICT). Comfortable delivering full lifecycle procurement from strategy through to contract award., • Knowledge of Procurement Act 2023, especially useful for framework creation., • Experience setting up frameworks (drafting schedules, call‑off documents, etc.)., • Understanding of savings levers: cashable/non‑cashable, CapEx/Opex., • Contract management exposure., • Public sector procurement experience strongly preferred, as it enables immediate contribution

Elite US Law Firm - Risk & Compliance Lawyer (London) Are you a fee-earning lawyer looking to transition into an in-house role? This could be an excellent opportunity to make that move. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a top-tier, globally recognised firm in a pivotal in-house role, offering excellent exposure and long-term career development within risk and compliance. A leading international law firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Lawyer to join its London-based Office of General Counsel. This role offers a strong platform for a qualified lawyer to step away from fee-earning and into a high-performing in-house function, working at the centre of regulatory, ethics, and data privacy matters. The Role Reporting to senior leadership, you will advise across the business on regulatory compliance, professional ethics, and data protection. You will work closely with partners and business teams, gaining broad exposure to complex risk and compliance issues within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Advising on regulatory frameworks, professional conduct, and data protection obligations (including SRA and GDPR), • Supporting practising certificate renewals and regulatory filings, • Drafting and maintaining internal policies, guidance, and compliance materials, • Managing registers, insider lists, and core compliance processes, • Assisting with data privacy matters, including DPIAs, international transfers, and incident response, • Reviewing client and commercial documentation (e.g. NDAs, DPAs, questionnaires), • Supporting training, horizon scanning, and knowledge management initiatives Requirements • Qualified lawyer with relevant fee-earning experience, • Demonstrable interest in risk, compliance, and data privacy Apply below for further details!

Commercial Property Litigation Solicitor (In-House) Our client, a privately owned property management group with a substantial London and South East portfolio, is looking to hire a Commercial Property Litigation Solicitor to join their busy in‑house legal team. The company manages a diverse portfolio of 800+ properties valued at over £500 million, including office blocks, industrial estates, mixed-use developments, leisure and retail units, as well as development sites. With a team of 50+ covering legal, property, asset management, surveyors, and finance; the legal team plays a key role in supporting the business' commercial property operations. You will join a small, specialist legal team led by the Head of Legal. The team currently consists of a Residential Property Solicitor, a Commercial Leases Solicitor, and relies on external counsel for non-core matters. This new hire is required due to growing workload, particularly in commercial property litigation. Your role • Managing a varied commercial property litigation caseload, including landlord and tenant disputes, service charge recovery, dilapidations, forfeiture, and lease breaches., • Handling matters from pre‑litigation advice through to court hearings, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR)., • Drafting and reviewing pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and settlement agreements., • Advising internal teams on practical, commercially focused solutions and liaising effectively with external counsel., • Contributing to risk management and process improvements by identifying trends in disputes and providing strategic guidance to the business., • Providing support across other commercial property matters as required, including development and mixed-use projects. Your profile • Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with minimum 3 years PQE in commercial property litigation., • Strong experience in landlord and tenant disputes, service charge litigation, and lease enforcement., • Proven ability to manage your own caseload, prioritising deadlines and making commercial decisions independently., • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with confidence in client contact and representing the business., • Experience of court proceedings, ADR, and settlement negotiations., • Commercially minded, proactive, and able to work collaboratively with colleagues across property management, finance, and asset teams., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with external counsel and internal stakeholders.

Mid-Level Banking / Fund Finance Lawyer (3–5 PQE) A leading international law firm is seeking a 3–5 PQE banking lawyer to join its well-established fund finance and general banking practice in London. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of fund finance and leveraged finance work, including: • NAV / NEV facilities, • Subscription line and hybrid facilities, • General banking and leveraged finance transactions Key requirements: • 3–5 years’ PQE in banking, finance or leveraged finance, • Experience with fund finance, subscription lines or NAV facilities preferred but not essential, • Strong drafting skills and the ability to run matters with appropriate supervision

An elite international law firm is seeking a high-calibre Senior Associate to join its market-leading leveraged finance practice in London. This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier platform operating at the very top of the European and global leveraged finance market, advising on complex, high-value transactions for leading financial institutions and credit providers. You will play a central role in advising a sophisticated client base of: • Global investment banks, • Direct lenders and private credit funds, • Institutional investors and alternative capital providers The practice is heavily focused on lender-side work, with consistent exposure to: • Large-cap and upper mid-market LBO financings, • Term Loan B (TLB) facilities, • Unitranche and hybrid capital structures, • Super senior RCFs and bridge facilities, • Cross-border acquisition finance and refinancing transactions You will be expected to take ownership of key workstreams, lead on negotiations, and act as a key point of contact for clients on live transactions. Key responsibilities • Leading execution of complex leveraged finance transactions from structuring through to closing, • Drafting and negotiating facility agreements and related finance documentation, • Advising lender clients on deal structuring, credit risk and intercreditor dynamics, • Managing junior associates and coordinating multi-jurisdictional teams, • Building and maintaining strong relationships with financial sponsor and lender clients, • Supporting partners on business development and strategic client initiatives About You • England and Wales qualified or equivalent, • 4–7+ PQE with strong leveraged finance experience from a leading firm, • Demonstrable experience acting for lenders or credit funds on complex financings, • Strong technical grounding across syndicated loans, private credit and capital structures, • Commercially astute, with the ability to operate confidently in a client-facing role, • Experience running transactions and supervising junior team members, • Exposure to high-end, sponsor-driven transactions with a clear lender-side focus, • Market-leading deal flow across Europe and globally, • Lean teams providing significant responsibility, • Collaborative, high-performance culture with strong partner access, • Competitive US-level compensation and bonus structure This opportunity is ideally suited to a lawyer looking to deepen their exposure to premium lender-side work, move into a platform with stronger deal flow and client access, and position themselves for future progression at the top end of the market.

Our client, a top-tier US law firm, is seeking a Leveraged Finance Associate to join its high-performing, cohesive banking team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, cross-border financing structures for top-tier clients, including banks, debt funds and private equity sponsors. Known for its market-leading finance practice, the firm provides a supportive and dynamic culture where associates can thrive, develop their technical skills and gain unparalleled exposure to sophisticated transactions. Position Overview As a Leveraged Finance Associate, you will play a central role in structuring, negotiating and executing complex sponsor-side financing arrangements across Europe and beyond. The team is renowned for advising on leveraged buyouts, refinancings and direct lending transactions for global private equity clients. You will gain unparalleled exposure to cross-border dealmaking, often coordinating English and New York law elements, and working directly with high-profile sponsors such as Advent, Bain, KKR, EQT and Permira. Responsibilities • Advise leading private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on leveraged buyouts, take-privates, refinancings, and recapitalisations., • Draft, review, and negotiate documentation for senior, subordinated, unitranche, and high-yield debt facilities., • Coordinate multi-jurisdictional financings (UK, US, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Jersey), working closely with the firm’s New York and European offices., • Support clients through all stages of a transaction, from structuring and due diligence to closing and post-deal refinancings., • Collaborate with partners and cross-practice teams (private equity, capital markets, restructuring) to deliver fully integrated advice., • Maintain strong relationships with sponsor clients and lenders, providing strategic, business-focused guidance on financing flexibility and risk management. Requirements • Qualified to practice law in England & Wales., • 2–8 years’ PQE gained within a leading international or US law firm., • Strong experience in leveraged finance, with exposure to private credit, sponsor-led buyouts, public bids and refinancings., • Solid technical drafting and negotiation skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Procurement Manager Southwark 3-month Contract - Hybrid £450 - £487 per day ARM are delighted to be working with our client to help them recruit a Procurement Manager on a 3 month contract. The Role: • Over‑threshold procurements, • Under‑threshold procurements, • Running RFQs, • Drafting procurement strategies and papers, • Managing direct award processes in line with the Procurement Act 2023, • Working closely with stakeholders across engineering, depots and operational teams Requirements: • Public procurement experience (must have taken procurements through full end‑to‑end processes), • Experience managing over‑threshold procurement values, • Strong stakeholder management, • Evidence of managing/completing procurement activity and contracts, • Commercial negotiation capability, • Ability to work self‑managed, take initiative and operate dynamically, • Familiarity with the Procurement Act 2023

An Elite US Firm in London are looking to hire a Private Equity (Lawyer) Associate to join their London office. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising private equity clients across the full lifecycle of investments, from acquisition through to exit. You will work closely with partners and senior associates on sophisticated cross-border transactions and take on significant responsibility from an early stage. Responsibilities • Lead and support on private equity transactions, including leveraged buyouts, growth investments, and exits, • Advise private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on corporate matters, • Draft and negotiate transaction documentation, including SPAs, shareholder agreements, and financing-related documents, • Manage due diligence processes and coordinate multi-jurisdictional workstreams, • Liaise directly with clients, financial advisers, and opposing counsel, • Supervise and mentor junior associates and trainees, • Support business development initiatives, including pitches and client relationship management Qualifications • England & Wales qualified (or equivalent common law jurisdiction), • Typically 2–6 years’ PQE, with strong private equity / M&A experience from a leading international or US law firm, • Demonstrated experience acting for private equity sponsors on complex transactions, • Strong technical drafting skills and commercial awareness, • Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, • Strong academic background Benefits • Work with a top-tier private equity client base, including leading global sponsors, • Exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions, • Lean team structure offering early responsibility and client exposure, • Competitive US salary and bonus structure, • Clear progression opportunities within a high-performing team If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Alex Pendleton for a confidential discussion. Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Compliance Analyst Elite US Law Firm Salary Up To £60,000pa + Benefits (Depending on Experience) Permanent Opportunity Our client, an elite US law firm, is actively recruiting for a bright and enthusiastic legal compliance professional to join them on a permanent basis in their London office - working as their new Compliance Analyst. The Compliance Team is responsible for providing risk, regulatory and legal advice/support to the London office - managing new client and business acceptance, alongside general compliance matters. As the successful Compliance Analyst, you'll be responsible for (but not limited to) the following: • Conducting sanctions checks and maintaining sanctions databases, • Developing and maintaining an understanding of the firm's AML and sanctions policies/procedures, • Drafting analysis for Fee-Earners and the MLRO, • Assisting with high-risk, ongoing matters, • Monitoring AML checks and ensuring they're completed, • Assisting with lateral hire clearances, • Liaising with their US office for conflicts related queries, • Assisting with the management of the team inbox and workflow • more much. To be considered for this position, you'll need to have/be the following: • 1-2 years' experience working in an AML focused role (or as a mixed role) from a top US or international law firm (essential), • Some Legal Conflicts experience is desirable, not essential, • Be educated to degree level, or have a compliance qualification, • Be able to commute to the London office 4 days a week (essential) For more information, get in touch as soon as possible.

Legal Counsel – Defence Technology (AI) Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £100,000 – £130,000 + Benefits/Bonus About the Company A high-growth UK defence technology start-up at the forefront of applied AI, delivering cutting-edge solutions across intelligence, operations, and decision-making. The business is scaling rapidly and plays a key role in supporting mission-critical environments. The Role We’re looking for a commercial Legal Counsel (5+ PQE) to take ownership of a broad legal remit in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, advising across commercial, strategic, and regulatory matters while helping shape legal strategy as the business grows. Key Responsibilities: • Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, • Advising on IP, data privacy, and employment law, • Supporting projects including product development, fundraising, and M&A, • Maintaining legal templates, policies, and processes, • Supporting company secretarial activities, • Qualified lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE, • Strong commercial experience (in-house or private practice), • Background in tech, AI, or defence (desirable), • Comfortable in a fast-paced / start-up environment, • Commercial, proactive, and able to work autonomously

Senior Associate / Partner – Construction Disputes (London) The Role William James Recruitment is exclusively instructed by a specialist boutique construction law firm recruiting a Senior Associate or Partner-level Construction lawyer to join its London-based practice during an exciting next phase of growth. The firm advises developers and contractors with £100m+ turnover, acting on a wide range of transactional and contentious construction matters across domestic projects. Work spans all major sectors, with a strong focus on JCT and NEC contracts and complex, business-critical disputes. The practice is deliberately independent of the traditional City model. Rather than pursuing scale, rankings or leverage, it focuses on high-quality advice, long-term client relationships, and a balanced, sustainable way of working. This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded construction practice where senior lawyers are trusted to take ownership of matters, shape the future of the team, and deliver bespoke, commercially focused advice. The Work You will advise on a full spectrum of construction and engineering matters, including: • Complex construction disputes, including adjudication, arbitration and litigation, • Delay and disruption claims, defects disputes and non-payment matters, • Professional negligence claims involving consultants and project teams, • Strategic dispute avoidance, procurement and contract drafting advice Disputes range from high-stakes, brand-sensitive matters to fast-moving adjudications, often involving significant commercial pressure, technical evidence and tight timeframes. The Candidate • Senior Associate or Partner-level Construction lawyer, • Strong experience across construction disputes and/or non-contentious project work, • Deep familiarity with JCT and NEC standard form contracts, • Technically excellent with a calm, pragmatic and commercial approach, • Collaborative, culturally aligned and motivated by quality rather than volume Culture & Platform • Boutique, senior-led model with minimal hierarchy, • Collaborative, ego-free environment, • Team-based billing expectations rather than individual targets, • High levels of autonomy, trust and flexibility, • A culture prioritising excellence, integrity and balance over billable-hour pressure Why This Opportunity • Join a high-quality specialist construction practice with a growing market reputation, • Work on complex, interesting construction disputes and projects, • Genuine opportunity to shape the practice over the next 6–12 months, • High-calibre clients, including major developers and contractors, • A sustainable alternative to traditional City construction teams Benefits & How to Apply • Highly competitive remuneration, • Flexible working arrangements, • Senior-level autonomy and influence, • Opportunity to be part of a growing, respected construction practice Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone. Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant) Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 Mobile: 0794 405 5476 Email:

Job Overview Adam Bernard Solicitors is seeking an experienced and motivated Family Solicitor to join our growing team. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private and Legal Aid family matters, delivering high-quality legal advice and representation to clients in often sensitive and complex situations. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload of family law matters from instruction to completion, • Handle cases including divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, domestic abuse, injunctions, and care proceedings, • Conduct Legal Aid work where applicable, ensuring full compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements, • Represent clients in court hearings and liaise with counsel where necessary, • Draft legal documents including applications, witness statements, and court bundles, • Provide clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice to clients, • Maintain accurate file management and billing records, • Meet departmental billing and performance targets, • Contribute to the growth and development of the family department, • Experience in handling care proceedings and representing clients at PLO (Public Law Outline) meetings, including advising on pre-proceedings and safeguarding matters. Requirements • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a valid practising certificate, • Minimum 3 years PQE in family law, • Experience handling Legal Aid matters (preferred/essential depending on role), • Strong knowledge of family law procedures and court processes, • Excellent advocacy, drafting, and negotiation skills, • Ability to manage a busy caseload independently, • Strong client care and communication skillsDesirable, • Law Society Family Law Accreditation or Children Panel membership, • Experience in advocacy and representing clients at hearings, • Experience in care proceedings and PLO mattersPerformance Expectations, • Achieve billing targets equivalent to 3.5 times annual salary, • Maintain compliance with Legal Aid and regulatory standards, • Deliver high standards of client care, • Contribute to business development and client growth

Legal PA to Partner – US Law Firm Calling all Legal PAs with experience supporting Partners within recognised City law firms! This opportunity would suit a proactive Legal PA who enjoys taking on significant client-facing responsibilities and thrives in a high-calibre, collaborative environment at a major London-based US law firm. \n • Competitive salary, • Superb employee benefits and perks, • Free daily in-office breakfast and lunch, • Hybrid working – 4 days in the office / 1 day remote, • Manage complex partner diaries, including coordinating across multiple time zones, • Maintain effective communication with internal teams and external clients, • Coordinate administrative tasks including travel arrangements and expenses, inbox monitoring, diary management, meeting organisation, billing, time entry, mail, and research, • Produce and amend documents and correspondence from handwritten, dictated, or printed material, often to tight deadlines, • Create and update Adobe and Word forms, PowerPoint presentations, and Excel spreadsheets, • Handle telephone enquiries professionally, directing calls and taking messages as appropriate; provide back-up support for lawyers and secretaries, • Assist with onboarding new clients, opening matters, and drafting engagement letters, • 5+ years of Legal PA / Secretarial experience working in a similar role within a law firm, • Experience supporting Partner-level fee earners, • Excellent diary and travel management and extensive experience booking travel, • Exceptional communication and organisation skills, • Ability to work within a team

Senior Legal Counsel – Regulatory London based Hybrid working SSQ is partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning UK fintech to appoint a Senior Legal Counsel to support its Regulatory and Commercial Legal team. This role provides strategic, non-contentious financial services regulatory advice to a scaling, technology-driven business operating in a highly regulated environment. The position plays a key role in enabling the development and launch of new products and services, ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting ambitious commercial growth. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high-visibility role offering broad regulatory exposure and genuine opportunity to shape legal processes as the business continues to scale. You will be the Senior Counsel leading on Regulatory and Product advisory work across the business. Key Responsibilities: • Provide proactive, strategic legal advice on financial services regulatory matters, supporting the rollout of new products, features, promotions and services from initial concept through to launch., • Advise on UK financial services regulation including FCA Handbook requirements (BCOBS, Consumer Duty, CASS), FSMA, financial promotions and wider consumer protection and data protection matters., • Identify and mitigate product, regulatory and privacy risks, developing pragmatic and commercially aligned solutions within a complex regulatory framework., • Draft and update customer-facing terms and conditions and advise on product documentation., • Support wider commercial matters, including drafting, negotiating and advising on supplier, banking partner, marketing and IT procurement agreements., • Partner closely with Compliance in responding to FCA queries and regulatory engagement., • Monitor legal and regulatory developments, assessing business impact and advising senior stakeholders proactively., • Deliver training and guidance to business teams on regulatory and legal matters., • Manage relationships with external legal advisers and contribute to the development of scalable legal processes as the function grows. Candidate Requirements: • Qualified lawyer in England & Wales with 7+ years’ post-qualification experience, • Strong financial services regulatory background, ideally gained at a leading law firm, with in-house experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment viewed favourably., • Excellent knowledge of FCA regulatory frameworks, including Consumer Duty, CASS, BCOBS, financial promotions and broader UK consumer protection and data protection requirements., • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts clearly to non-legal audiences. For more information about how to apply, please contact me for more information at / 07506222628

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our client. This role is to support a broad employment practice. Overview • Supporting clients through acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and TUPE transfers, as well as advising on innovative incentive and remuneration structures., • The team also has a strong advisory and contentious practice, including employment litigation (up to High Court level) and highly sensitive investigations., • In addition, they coordinate and deliver large-scale HR projects such as global policy reviews, contract audits, and culture and governance surveys. Key Responsibilities • Advising on a large-scale TUPE project (essential), • Providing general employment law support across the practice, including:, • Non-contentious advisory work, • Corporate employment and TUPE matters, • Standalone employment advice, • Supporting contentious employment matters, potentially up to the High Court level, • Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements, • Advising on disciplinary and grievance matters, • Handling ad-hoc employment law queries from internal stakeholders and clients Candidate Profile • Qualified Employment Lawyer with 4–10 years’ PQE, • Strong TUPE experience is essential, • Background in a medium to top-tier employment team; in-house experience will also be considered, • Solid technical grounding across advisory and contentious employment work, • Commercial, pragmatic, and able to operate with minimal supervision, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-quality environment Key Details • Start Date: ASAP, • Location: Hybrid, • Work Pattern: Full-time (4-day work week a possibility), • Duration: 4–5 months, • IT Equipment: To be confirmed

Legal Counsel (FTC 3–4 months) Location: London Sector: Insurance Broking and Risk Advisory The Opportunity A leading global insurance broker and risk advisory business is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join its UK legal team on a 3–4 month fixed term contract. This role has arisen due to increased commercial activity and requires a lawyer with strong insurance sector experience and commercial contracts expertise who can provide immediate legal support to the business with minimal supervision. You will work closely with commercial, risk and compliance stakeholders across a broad range of insurance, regulatory and commercial matters. Key Responsibilities • Advising on insurance distribution, broking and client arrangements, • Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, including supplier, technology, outsourcing and services agreements, • Supporting on regulatory and conduct matters relevant to insurance intermediaries, • Advising on client onboarding, panel terms and framework agreements, • Providing pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders, • Supporting the legal team with BAU matters and overflow work during a busy period, • Liaising with compliance and risk teams to ensure regulatory alignment About You • England & Wales qualified solicitor with 2- 5 years’ PQE, • Strong experience within the insurance sector (broker, insurer, MGA or relevant private practice team), • Significant experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, • Good understanding of the UK regulatory environment affecting insurance businesses, • Able to work autonomously and manage a varied workload, • Strong stakeholder management skills and a pragmatic approach, • Available to start at short notice The Assignment This is an excellent opportunity to step into a well regarded in-house legal team within a market leading insurance business, offering exposure to a broad mix of insurance and commercial legal work in a fast paced environment.

🚀 Legal Counsel | SaaS Scale-Up | London (Hybrid) I’m currently partnering with a high-growth, Series B RegTech SaaS business that supports financial institutions with complex regulatory requirements. Scaling rapidly, the business combines technology and advisory services to deliver regulatory reporting and compliance solutions globally. They are now looking to hire a Legal Counsel to build and scale the commercial legal function. This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, scaling environment and partnering closely with senior stakeholders. 🔎 The Role You’ll take ownership of SaaS and commercial contracting while supporting strategic growth initiatives across the business. Key responsibilities include: • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements (customer, supplier and partnership contracts), • Supporting Sales and Customer teams through deal cycles with pragmatic, solutions-focused legal advice, • Advising on liability, indemnities, termination rights and risk allocation, • Building scalable contracting processes (templates, playbooks, approval workflows), • Supporting strategic projects, partnerships and potential M&A activity, • Advising on broader commercial and regulatory considerations, including new product initiatives ✅ What They’re Looking For • UK-qualified and degree holding Solicitor with 3–5 years PQE - essential, • Strong commercial contracting experience (ideally SaaS/technology), • Experience in FinTech, software, e-commerce or financial services is helpful but not essential, • Confident operating autonomously in a growing business, • Commercially astute with strong stakeholder management skills, • Comfortable in a dynamic, scale-up environment Offering great autonomy and career development this is a fantastic opportunity to work with a high energy and growing business working closely with their SLT. Based four days in office and one from home, they also offer great benefits and bonus! If you’re a mid-level commercial lawyer looking for a broader, strategic in-house role within a scaling tech business, please send your CV today!

The Role Quastels LLP is looking to recruit a Property Litigation Solicitor with 3-5 years PQE into its busy Property Litigation team. Reporting directly to the Property Litigation Partner, you will run your own case load of commercial and residential property disputes acting for landlords, tenants, investors and developers whilst also supporting more complex higher value matters. This is a hands-on role with early client exposure, direct partner support and clear progression opportunities within a partner-led team. Key Responsibilities You will handle the full range of property litigation work including (but not limited to): · rent and service charge disputes; · possession and forfeiture claims; · dilapidations; · lease renewals and termination provisions under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954; · break clause disputes; · boundary/neighbour disputes; · nuisance and trespass claims; · rights of way/easements; · covenant enforcement. The role requires you to take conduct through all stages: drafting all pre-action correspondence, pleadings, applications, witness evidence and instructions to Counsel; attending meetings and hearings (County Court, High Court, FTT) managing case budgets, risks and deadlines; and providing clear commercial advice to clients, often on an urgent basis. You will work directly with clients and liaise with Counsel, experts, managing agents and other professionals as required. Business development forms part of the role: contributing to pitches, articles and client seminars, and helping to build and maintain key relationships. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor with 3-5 years PQE in property litigation gained at a reputable practice. You will have solid experience across the core property litigation skillset outlined above, with particularly strong landlord & tenant expertise, and a thorough working knowledge of the CPR and relevant legislative frameworks. Excellent academics are required as standard: minimum 2:1 from a Russell Group university; commendation or distinction at GDL; distinction at LPC (or equivalent SQE/QLTS performance). You will be confident running your own files start to finish, commercially astute, and able to draft high quality pleadings/advice with precision and attention to detail. Above all we need someone personable, proactive and keen to grow with the team and the firm's property practice. About Quastels LLP Quastels LLP is one of the leading law firms in London’s West End, providing a highly personal service to some of the most respected brands, companies and private individual in business. We distinguish ourselves by the quality of our longstanding relationships and our proactive approach. A deep commitment to our internal culture has fostered a dynamic and collegiate environment with a strong sense of purpose. Quastels LLP values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity in employment. Terms Competitive salary (to reflect experience) and benefits package.

Trade & Sanctions Lawyer (3–8 PQE) Location: London Firm: Leading Global Law Firm Practice Area: International Trade, Sanctions & Shipping A leading global law firm is seeking a talented Trade & Sanctions Associate (3–8 PQE) to join its highly regarded international trade and shipping practice in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a market-leading team advising a global client base on complex, high-profile sanctions and trade compliance matters, often at the cutting edge of geopolitical developments. The Role You will advise a broad range of clients including insurers, shipowners, charterers, financial institutions, brokers, and commodities traders on: • UK, EU, and US sanctions regimes (including OFAC-related matters), • Sanctions investigations, disclosures, and enforcement actions, • Risk assessments and compliance programme development, • Drafting and negotiating sanctions protections in commercial and financing agreements, • Charterparties, bills of lading, and P&I club issues, • Trade disputes and High Court / arbitration proceedings, • Casualty-related investigations and advisory work, • 3–8 years’ PQE from a leading international or specialist firm, • Strong experience in trade sanctions, export controls, or international regulatory compliance, • Exposure to shipping, commodities, or broader international trade work is highly desirable, • Experience advising on OFAC or cross-border sanctions regimes is a strong advantage, • A commercially minded lawyer with strong client-handling skills, • Work on some of the most high-profile sanctions and enforcement matters globally, • Join a top-tier, internationally recognised practice, • Gain exposure to a diverse and sophisticated global client base, • Strong opportunities for career progression and international collaboration If you would like to be considered please email your CV to

Senior Paraplanner – London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Benefits We’re currently working with a highly respected wealth management and private banking organisation to recruit a Senior Paraplanner into their growing Investment & Wealth Advice team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with a strong reputation in the HNW/UHNW space, offering exposure to complex client cases and the chance to play a key role in delivering high-quality financial planning solutions. The Role This is a genuinely senior and varied position, working closely with Financial Planners, Private Bankers, and the wider paraplanning team. You’ll be involved in the full client journey, from initial fact-find through to implementation and ongoing service. Key responsibilities include: • Producing detailed cashflow modelling and financial plans, • Carrying out technical research and due diligence to support advice recommendations, • Drafting and reviewing suitability reports, • Managing cases end-to-end, ensuring timely and accurate delivery, • Supporting ongoing client servicing, including annual reviews and portfolio rebalancing, • Mentoring and supporting more junior members of the team You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of the firm’s financial planning proposition and help shape best practice across the team. The Opportunity This role offers a high level of exposure and influence, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex client needs and wants to be part of a collaborative, client-focused environment. About You We’re looking for an experienced paraplanner with: • 3+ years’ paraplanning experience, including exposure at a senior level, • Strong technical knowledge across pensions, investments, and holistic financial planning, • Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (essential), • Chartered status (or working towards) highly desirable, • Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisational skills Why Apply? • Work with high-quality HNW/UHNW clients, • Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, • Opportunity to influence and develop financial planning processes, • Clear progression and development opportunities

20Twenty Search is retained by a high-growth Reinsurance broker with an international footprint. Our client is seeking to hire an experienced Reinsurance Contracts & Wordings Specialist to lead contract drafting and execution across the full deal lifecycle. The incumbent will draft, negotiate and finalise treaty and facultative reinsurance wordings, ensuring complex structures are translated into clear, commercially aligned agreements. Working closely with brokers, legal, technical accounting and analytics teams, the senior wordings specialist will embed contract certainty early, reduce friction at placement, and support multi-jurisdictional programmes and claims processes with confidence and precision. The ideal candidate will have strong experience drafting reinsurance contracts within a broker, carrier, MGA or reinsurer environment, with strong knowledge of quota share, excess of loss, aggregate, stop loss and facultative structures. The successful candidate will combine technical rigour with a collaborative mindset and the ability to manage multiple documentation streams independently. In return, you’ll join a flat, entrepreneurial environment that values ownership, innovation and accountability, operates a work-from-anywhere model, and offers equity participation to all employees.

Senior Lawyer - Corporate/ M&A - (Private Equity / Large Buyout Transactions) PQE: 5-9 years Location: London Practice Area: Corporate / Private Equity Firm: Leading Ranked International Law Firm Overview We are seeking an exceptional Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Corporate & M&A team, with a primary focus on private equity, large‑cap buyouts, and high‑value cross‑border transactions. This role is ideal for a motivated, technically strong lawyer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and wants to work on market‑leading deals for prominent private equity sponsors and financial investors. As part of a top-tier practice consistently recognised in legal directories for its excellence across the private equity landscape, you will advise on sophisticated, high‑profile matters alongside industry-leading partners and an international client base. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage complex M&A and private equity transactions, including buyouts, secondary transactions, bolt-ons, carve-outs, and co-investments., • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including SPA, investment agreements, shareholders' agreements, and management incentive documentation., • Support clients through the entire deal lifecycle: structuring, due diligence, execution, closing, and post‑completion., • Provide strategic, commercially focused legal advice to private equity houses, portfolio companies, and institutional investors., • Collaborate seamlessly with teams across tax, finance, regulatory, employment, and other practice areas to deliver integrated solutions., • Mentor and supervise junior associates and trainees within the team., • Maintain strong relationships with clients and contribute to business development initiatives. Requirements • 5 to 9 years' PQE gained at a leading international, UK, or top‑tier boutique law firm., • Outstanding experience in private equity transactions and corporate M&A, ideally working on large‑cap or upper‑mid‑market deals., • Strong drafting, negotiation, and technical legal skills., • Proven ability to manage complex transactions independently and drive workstreams effectively., • Excellent communication, client relationship management, and problem‑solving abilities., • A proactive and commercial mindset, with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines., • Commitment to high standards, teamwork, and contributing to a positive team culture.

Elite US firm seeks a leveraged finance/infra finance mid-senior associate to join their London finance practice. The Role • The position is in the London finance practice, which advises banks, financial sponsor and corporate borrowers on some of the largest, most complex and innovative cross-border financing transactions in the European market., • The firm is consistently recognised as having one of the leading leveraged and acquisition finance practices, with expertise advising on all leveraged finance providers across all tiers of the capital structure including syndicated senior and second lien facilities, private credit facilities, ABL facilities, Holdco PIK and fund financings., • In addition to leveraged finance, a substantial part of the group's practice comprises infrastructure and real estate finance, restructuring and asset-backed financings., • The team in London works closely with the finance practices in their other offices around the world, primarily the US, Germany, France and HK. Integration of teams across all offices is key; solid transaction management skills are key to the role., • The team regularly works alongside the high yield practice (e.g. on a bridge to bond financings or where loans sit alongside HYB., • The position is in a dynamic and fast growing group in London where you will undertake a wide variety of work reflecting the breadth of the group's practice, with a particular focus on leveraged finance and digital infrastructure finance., • Working in a team that promotes a high performance, collaborative culture, you will have the chance to work on market leading, high profile, cross-border transactions, advising banks, financial sponsors and corporate clients from around the world., • You will be regularly exposed to clients from the start and will be encouraged to market to those clients to build the firm's relationship. Requirements You must have: • 4 to 6 years' relevant post qualification experience in the London market (or experience in a similar common law jurisdiction), although those with less or more relevant experience will be considered on their merits;, • a good understanding of highly leveraged capital structures and leveraged loan products., • experience representing either financial sponsors or banks or on M&A to large corporate cross boarder leverage financing;, • the confidence to take the lead on the drafting and negotiation of commitment papers and definitive loan and intercreditor documents;, • preferably – but not essentially – experience in infrastructure finance;, • complete understanding of English law security;, • enthusiasm and an ability to work to demanding timetables for very demanding and clever clients;, • strong client skills and an enthusiasm to develop client relationships and new business opportunities; and, • a collaborative approach.

Leveraged Finance Associate (2–6 PQE) – Magic Circle Firm | London We are currently instructed by a leading Magic Circle law firm to support the growth of its highly regarded Leveraged Finance team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious and driven associates to join a top-tier practice working on some of the most complex and high-profile transactions in the market. The Role As a mid-level Associate, you will work across a broad range of international leveraged finance transactions, including: • Acquisition financings, refinancings, and strategic financings, particularly for private equity and financial sponsor clients, • Drafting and negotiating key documentation, including facilities agreements, intercreditor agreements, and security packages, • Coordinating cross-border transactions and working closely with colleagues across corporate, tax, competition, and other specialist teams The Team The Leveraged Finance group sits within a top-tier Global Transactions practice, alongside leading private equity, M&A, corporate finance, and real estate teams. The team is known for advising on large, complex leveraged buyouts and financing structures for an elite client base, including private equity sponsors, sovereign wealth funds, and infrastructure investors. The London practice offers a truly international platform, with a strong mix of English and New York law capability and deep expertise across: • Cross-border European and US financings, • Bank/bond and hybrid structures, • Unitranche, senior/mezzanine, and high yield transactions, • Back-leverage and structured financing arrangements You will work as part of an integrated global team, collaborating with colleagues across Europe, the US, and Asia on market-leading deals. Candidate Profile • 2–6 PQE with strong leveraged finance experience (borrower/sponsor or lender side) from a leading law firm, • Excellent technical and commercial acumen, • Qualified in England & Wales or another common law jurisdiction, • Strong communication skills and ability to work within high-performing teams, • A proactive approach to client relationships, business development, and internal collaboration Why Apply? • Work on market-leading, cross-border transactions, • Advise a prestigious and diverse client base, • Join a collaborative and genuinely international team, • Access first-class training, career progression, and secondment opportunities, • Benefit from a supportive and inclusive working environment If you would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, or explore the broader leveraged finance market, please get in touch with Rhys

Derivatives & Structured Finance Associate (18 months – 4 PQE) | London Elite US Law Firm We are looking to strengthen the London office of an elite US law firm with the addition of an English law-trained and qualified associate specialising in derivatives and structured finance. The ideal candidate will have gained experience at a Magic Circle firm or a comparable international firm with a top-tier structured finance practice, and will have between 18 months and 4 years’ post-qualification experience. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded and collaborative team operating on a dynamic international platform, advising on sophisticated, high-value transactions. The Role The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting complex derivatives and structured products matters, including: • Drafting and negotiating ISDA documentation, • Advising on structured finance and derivatives transactions Candidate Profile We are looking for: • UK-trained and qualified associate with 18 months to 4 years’ PQE, • Strong foundation in derivatives and structured products, • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, particularly in relation to ISDA documentation, • Experience with loan products or acquisition finance is advantageous, but not essential, • Strong academic record This is a rare opportunity to join an elite US firm in London, working on cutting-edge derivatives and structured finance matters within a high-performing and internationally recognised team. To apply or discuss the role in confidence, please get in touch directly. #Derivatives #StructuredFinance #ISDA #DebtFinance #USLawFirm #LondonLegalJobs #AssociateRole If you would like to be considered please send your CV to