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Litigation Solicitor – £50,000 to £65,000 (DOE) – 12 month FTC (Maternity Cover) – Remote Venn Group are partnering with a respected Dorset-based law firm seeking a motivated Solicitor (NQ – 5 years PQE) to join their Litigation team on a 12-month fixed-term-contract to cover maternity leave. If you are looking to grow your career in high-volume litigation and recoveries, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team. Key responsibilities • Managing a caseload of litigation and recovery matters, • Providing advice to clients, • Drafting legal documents, correspondence and agreements, • Conducting legal research and developing client-focused solutions, • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, • Participating in networking and business development initiatives What’s on offer: • 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover), • Salary of £50,000 – £65,000 (DOE), • Remote working (initial induction and onboarding on site – accommodation and expenses provided), • A positive, professional environment with opportunities for being made permanent following the completion of the contract Please apply for this role online or contact Joe Olenka or Archie Gallagher at Venn Group via phone, email or LinkedIn for further information. 07441 916344 / Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

Commercial Associate 4+PQE - Manchester - Salary up to £105k The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Lawyer (4+ PQE) to join a highly regarded commercial practice advising leading UK and international businesses. This is a standout opportunity to work on complex, high-value commercial and technology projects that sit at the heart of clients’ digital transformation and operational change. You’ll support a diverse client base including FTSE 100 companies, household-name retailers, energy and utilities providers, and industrial and manufacturing businesses. The role offers a broad mix of commercial, IT and outsourcing work, from SaaS and cloud arrangements to large-scale outsourcing and strategic sourcing projects, alongside general commercial contracting. You’ll take early ownership of matters, lead client relationships where appropriate, and collaborate with senior lawyers on major, multi-party transactions. You can expect: • Structured support, mentoring and clear progression based on performance and potential, • Early responsibility with meaningful client exposure, • Opportunities to deepen expertise across commercial, technology and IP-adjacent matters, • High-quality work on complex, medium to large-scale transactions, • A cohesive national team with strong prospects for long-term career growth The Team You’ll join an international commercial practice working closely across offices on complex and cross-border matters. The team advises on a wide range of commercial arrangements, including: • Commercial contracting and supply arrangements, • Technology and digital agreements, • Outsourcing and managed services, • Cloud, SaaS and licensing models, • Intellectual property use and protection The culture is supportive, inclusive and quality-driven — combining high standards with approachability and genuine teamwork. Key Responsibilities • Draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial, technology and outsourcing contracts., • Lead and support on strategic digital transformation projects, • Advise clients on IT outsourcing, SaaS/cloud services, software licensing and supply chain arrangements, • Manage your own matters while supporting on larger or multi-party transactions, • Provide commercially focused advice that balances legal risk with business objectives, • Engage directly with clients, building trusted and long-term working relationships, • Collaborate closely with colleagues across offices and disciplines, • Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing and business development The Candidate You’ll be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 4–7 years’ PQE, gained within a recognised commercial practice. You will have: • Strong experience advising on general commercial contracts, • Demonstrable exposure to various technology matters such as IT outsourcing, SaaS/cloud, software licensing and digital projects, • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, • Confidence managing your own workload and leading transactions, • A consultative, commercially minded approach to client advice, • A genuine interest in understanding clients’ businesses and building long-term relationships The Benefits • Salary up to £105k, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Generous bonus structure, • 25 days annual leave package plus bank holidays and Christmas, • Company Pension, • Travel & Medical Insurance Apply in the strictest of confidence Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (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.

Senior Associate – Real Estate Finance (Bridging Finance) | Manchester | £70,000 – £100,000 Are you a senior real estate finance solicitor with a strong grounding in bridging finance? Are you looking to take on a highly visible role within a thriving Manchester‑based practice? If you are seeking autonomy, high‑quality instructions and genuine backing to grow your profile and client base, this role offers the platform to do exactly that. The Firm Our client is a well‑established and respected Manchester law firm with a strong reputation in real estate finance. The practice is known for its close relationships with lenders, brokers and property professionals and for delivering commercially focused advice in a fast‑paced, transaction‑led environment. About the Role The firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to play a key role within its real estate finance practice, with a clear emphasis on bridging finance. The work is predominantly bridging lending, acting for lenders and borrowers on secured lending matters, with a smaller element of commercial property finance, including buy‑to‑let. This is a senior, outward‑facing position with a clear expectation of involvement in business development. Key Responsibilities • Advising lenders and borrowers on bridging finance transactions, • Drafting, negotiating and completing facility agreements and security documents, • Managing transactions from instruction through to completion with minimal supervision, • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with lenders, brokers and introducers, • Supporting and mentoring junior solicitors where appropriate, • Actively contributing to business development, marketing activity and the growth of the practice Skills & Experience • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales, • Operating at Senior Associate level within a law firm, • Strong experience in real estate finance, with particular expertise in bridging finance, • Confident handling high‑value, fast‑paced secured lending transactions, • Commercial mindset with a demonstrable interest in business development, • Existing client following or referrer network highly advantageous, • Experience billing at, or close to, three times salary Package • Competitive salary in the region of £70,000 – £100,000, depending on experience and following, • High‑quality, repeat instructions from established lender clients, • Genuine opportunity to grow visibility and seniority within a Manchester‑based practice, • Supportive, entrepreneurial culture offering real autonomy at senior level Why Apply This role provides the chance to establish yourself as a trusted senior real estate finance solicitor within a firm that values relationships, rewards contribution and supports growth. You will enjoy access to quality work, senior‑level responsibility and the opportunity to shape the future direction of a successful bridging finance practice. For senior associates specialising in bridging finance who want influence, progression and a platform to build, this is a compelling next move.

About BidScript BidScript is an AI-powered platform that helps organisations improve how they plan, write, and win competitive bids. By learning from past submissions, outcomes, and feedback, the platform provides actionable insights that help teams create stronger, more targeted proposals. At the centre of the platform is Biddy, an AI assistant that supports planning, analysis, and drafting by adapting to each organisation’s knowledge base. The Role We’re looking for a motivated and commercially minded Business Development Representative to support our growing sales team. This is an entry to mid-level role focused on generating new business opportunities, engaging prospective clients, and building early-stage relationships. You’ll play a key role in developing our pipeline by identifying potential customers, understanding their needs, and introducing how BidScript can support their bidding and proposal processes. Qualifications • Identify and research potential clients across target sectors, • Generate and qualify leads through outreach (email, phone, LinkedIn), • Engage prospective customers to understand their challenges and needs, • Book meetings and demos for senior sales team members, • Maintain accurate records of activity in CRM systems, • Collaborate with marketing and sales to refine outreach strategies, • Build a strong understanding of BidScript’s platform and value proposition Requirements • Experience in sales, customer-facing, or commercial roles (e.g. retail, recruitment, SDR/BDR, account support), • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, • Confident engaging with new people and building rapport, • Organised, proactive, and results-oriented, • Interest in business development and SaaS/technology sales Desirable (Not Essential) • Familiarity with CRM platforms and their accompanying best practices, • Good understanding of how organisations win work (e.g. sales cycles, proposals, or tenders), • Previous experience in a tech or SaaS environment What We Offer • Competitive salary + performance-based commission, • Equity, • Clear progression into senior sales roles, • Opportunity to join an early-stage, high-growth AI company

Employment Associate (2+ PQE) Location: Manchester Practice: Employment (Contentious & Non-Contentious) A leading international law firm is looking to recruit an Employment Associate (2+ PQE) to join its growing Employment team in Manchester. This is a strong opportunity for a junior to mid-level lawyer to gain exposure to high-quality contentious and advisory employment work, acting for a diverse client base across multiple sectors. The Role You will work on a broad mix of employment matters, including: • Advising employer clients on day-to-day employment law issues, • Managing Employment Tribunal litigation, including drafting pleadings and preparing for hearings, • Supporting on complex advisory matters such as discrimination, TUPE, restructurings and employee relations, • Drafting employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements The Clients The team advises a wide range of clients across sectors including: • Transport and logistics, • Insurance and financial services, • Public sector and government bodies, • Professional services, • Qualified solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE in employment law, • Strong experience in Employment Tribunal work, • Excellent drafting, communication and organisational skills, • Commercially minded with a proactive and collaborative approach Why Consider This Opportunity • Join a well-established employment practice with strong national and international reach, • Exposure to high-quality contentious and advisory work, • Opportunity for early responsibility and client contact, • Supportive team environment with strong development opportunities

Corporate Lawyers (2–8 PQE) Location: Manchester Practice: Corporate / M&A / Private Equity / ECM A leading international law firm is actively looking to recruit Corporate Lawyers (2–8 PQE) to join its top-tier Manchester Corporate team. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most active and highly regarded corporate practices in the North West, advising on a broad range of high-value domestic and cross-border transactions. The Role The team is continuing to grow and is keen to speak with lawyers across a range of levels, offering exposure to: • Private and public M&A transactions, • Private equity investments, bolt-ons and exits, • Equity capital markets work, including AIM and Main Market transactions The Team The Manchester Corporate team is widely recognised as a market leader, consistently ranked among the most active advisers in the region. The team acts for an impressive client base including major corporates, private equity houses, listed companies and institutional investors, and works closely with colleagues across the firm’s national and international network. The Candidate • Qualified solicitor with 2–8 years’ PQE in corporate law, • Experience in M&A, private equity and/or corporate advisory work, • Background from a national, City or strong regional firm, • Strong technical, drafting and commercial skills, • Join a market-leading corporate team in Manchester, • Exposure to high-profile and complex transactions, • Strong partner access and mentorship across all levels, • Clear and structured career progression pathway

We are working with a superb Manchester based firm who are keen to employ a Paralegal to join their Real Estate team. This is an exceptional opportunity which will see the successful individual thrive.\n\nThe role requires prior experience as a Paralegal within a Real Estate Team along with excellent organisational and time-management capabilities. You must be able to showcase a hard-working outlook towards your career as well as being able to demonstrate a focussed and enthusiastic persona.\n\nDuties will include:\n\n * Dealing with a busy case load.\n\n * Negotiating and drafting acquisition documents.\n\n * Administrative support.\n\nThis is a great chance to further your career within a Top Law Firm, get in touch now to find out more…\n\nDawn Ellmore Employment aims to respond to all applicants, however due to the number of applications received this is regrettably not always possible. If you have not received a response within three working days, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion

Private Client Solicitor\nManchester | Full-Time\n\nCompetitive Salary DOE\n\nAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a respected and forward-thinking law firm in Manchester. This is a varied and rewarding role offering autonomy, client-facing responsibility, and clear progression within a supportive Private Client team.\n\nYou will manage a diverse caseload and provide high-quality advice to individuals and families on a wide range of private client matters.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Independently managing a full Private Client caseload\n\n * Drafting wills and advising on estate planning structures\n\n * Preparing and submitting Probate Applications\n\n * Drafting and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)\n\n * Advising on Court of Protection matters and vulnerable client issues\n\n * Handling both contentious and non-contentious probate work\n\n * Preparing Deeds of Variation and advising on lifetime gifts\n\n * Administering estates of varying complexity and trusts\n\n * Liaising with relevant third parties including registries and professionals\n\nDesirable Experience\n\n * Inheritance Tax planning and wider tax mitigation strategies\n\n * Asset protection and care fee planning advice\n\n * Experience advising on trusts connected to pensions or life policies\n\n * Working alongside financial advisors and accountants\n\n * Involvement in collaborative, multi-disciplinary client work\n\nAbout You\n\n * Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE in Private Client law\n\n * Strong technical ability across wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration\n\n * Able to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision\n\n * Strong interpersonal skills and client-focused approach\n\n * Organised, commercially aware, and detail-oriented\n\n * Confident working with vulnerable and elderly clients\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n * A supportive and collaborative working environment\n\n * Exposure to high-quality, varied private client work\n\n * Genuine long-term career development and progression opportunities\n\n * Opportunity to grow within a well-established Private Client team\n\nIf you are a Private Client Solicitor looking for your next step in Manchester, apply today to find out more.\n\nWe endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled

Temporary Personal Assistant\nHelp a busy executive-level team member stay organised by managing a complex diary, travel, and board meetings in a fast-paced environment. You'll provide day-to-day executive support and keep key meetings, communications, and documents running smoothly.\n\nRole details\nFull time on-site role, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:30, all year round.\n\nThe role\nAs the Personal Assistant (Temporary), you'll provide administrative and logistical support by helping coordinate schedules and key activities. The role exists to keep back-office operations running efficiently and to ensure meetings, travel, and documents are well prepared and delivered on time. You'll also support board and external stakeholder activity, acting as a central point of contact for the office.\n\nWhat you'll be doing\n* Managing complex, frequently changing diaries across internal meetings, external engagements, and board responsibilities\n* Coordinating board meetings, including scheduling, logistics, agenda collation, and preparation of meeting materials\n* Organising UK and international travel, including transport, accommodation, visas, and detailed itineraries\n* Supporting events, conferences, and networking engagements, including briefing pack preparation and on-the-day coordination\n* Preparing presentations, agendas, briefing documents, and research packs ahead of meetings and events\n* Acting as a key point of contact for the office and external contacts, including meeting and greeting visitors\n\nWhat we're looking for\n* PA experience desired, but not essential\n* High level of professionalism, discretion, collaboration, and common sense\n* Strong organisational skills, able to manage changing priorities and multiple demands\n* Confident using common software and systems, including email, PDFs, and spreadsheets\n* Clear, accurate written communication skills for drafting correspondence and documents\n* Comfortable building relationships with stakeholders at all levels\n* Highly motivated, with a proactive approach and enjoyment of working in a dynamic environment\n\nBenefits\n* Cycle to work scheme\n* Pension\n* Annual bonus\n* Continued opportunities and training for professional development\n\nIf this Personal Assistant role matches your skills and experience, please submit your application.\n\nSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

SENIOR FAÇADE CONSULTANT, Manchester: Our client is a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing high-class services in surveying, engineering, project management and fire safety throughout England and Wales. Providing fire engineering, building surveying, cost consultancy and project management services across multiple sectors, they are one of the leading firms dealing with high-risk buildings in residential, mixed-use, education and student accommodation.\n \n Their ethos has created a culture where the team can grow both personally and professionally, with contributions and achievements being recognised and rewarded. With a flexible, approachable yet professional style promotes effective communication. It encourages creativity and innovation throughout all projects and instructions, supporting the excellent, long-standing relationships we have built with clients. Taking pride with in-depth knowledge across all services, the technical expertise and the application of critical thinking to everything. Aligned with an approach to business improvement and development, the opportunities for personal growth, training and skills development are plentiful.\n \n Senior Façade Consultant Requirement \n \n We are seeking a talented and professional Senior Façade Consultant to join the highly skilled façade and engineering team, providing investigation, due diligence, oversight, and construction oversight services. A significant proportion of the work in this sector involves the Fire Risk Assessment of External Walls (FRAEWs). \n \n The role will include taking the lead on façade and related fire safety instructions, with a focus on the fire safety performance of building façades and an emphasis on undertaking and leading Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEWs) in accordance with PAS 9980. It follows that the successful candidate will need to evidence a strong track record of delivering FRAEWs and a deep understanding of PAS 9980. This is a critical element of the role.\n\nThe role will also involve working closely with the project management and cost management teams, and becoming an integral part of the project teams, delivering and overseeing full-scale façade / cladding replacement/remediation contracts.\n\n Leading the PAS 9980 FRAEW process from site investigation through to final report delivery, including engagement with clients, project teams, and fire engineers (where required) and being able to demonstrate practical understanding of façade fire behaviour, materials performance, and remedial design principles through strong façade & fire knowledge.\n \n Applying the PAS 9980 and drafting and publishing FRAEW reports. A key requirement of the successful candidate will be to produce high-quality reports in line with PAS 9980. Carrying out intrusive investigations of existing buildings, including the coordination of opening up, material sampling, collating data, and testing of façade and cladding systems. Determining the nature, configuration and material composition of external wall systems, including the identification of the presence of insulation products, their combustibility ratings and the identification and determination of the provision of fire breaks, cavity barriers, fire stops etc.\n \n Advising on matters pertaining to compliance and risk(s) associated with the external wall system(s) and evidencing a deep understanding of fire performance of façade materials and systems, including the behaviour of insulation, cladding panels and barrier systems under fire exposure. The successful candidate will be expected to have a familiarity with BS 8414 testing, BR 135 classification, and their interface with PAS 9980 assessments.\n \nTechnical input and assisting team members for the preparation of Building Safety Regulator (BSR) Gateway applications. Inspection/monitoring of cladding remediation and other construction works to ensure compliance with contract conditions, best practices, relevant legislation, design drawings, design intent and specifications. To include the undertaking of technical and quality assurance audits, tender reviews, RFIs, due diligence reviews, etc and the preparation of concise, accurate and high-quality project monitoring reports and other documentation as deemed appropriate.\n \n Provide technical input and work as an integral member alongside the rest of the project teams. Lead on the resolution of technical enquiries as they arise, assist with design reviews and project implementation. Where required, produce routine letters, reports and other documents to a high quality.\n \n The successful candidate will operate out of the Manchester office with an expectation of travel to sites and buildings across the region and to a broader geographic extent across England and Wales.\n \n The Successful Candidate\n \n5 years of relevant industry experience in consultancy and/or an engineering firm.\n\nDetailed knowledge and technical appreciation of a range of façade types, including fire safety measures, and the ability to demonstrate a broad knowledge of good building design. Demonstrates a broad knowledge-base in building design and awareness of the design responsibilities of others.\n \nExperienced in reviewing design, engineering and construction documentation and providing specialist input and resolving technical problems. Ability to undertake contractor technical audits, tender reviews, RFIs, due diligence reviews etc. Experienced in the assessment, design, and remediation of façade systems in high-risk buildings (18m or 7 storeys and above), with an overt focus on fire safety and compliance.\n \n Proven experience working on high-risk buildings, including BSR Gateway applications and compliance processes and a demonstrable understanding of the Golden Thread requirements and maintaining and managing building safety information for high-risk buildings.\n \n Strong knowledge of PAS 9980 and relevant statute, including Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, and in particular as they relate to fire safety-related matters and construction good practice.\n\n Full driving licence.\n\nHighly competitive package on offer

PSR Solutions are working with an established client within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Senior Planner to Join their Pre-Construction team on a permanent basis. This role with be based in their office in Manchester and projects across the North West.\n\nSenior Planner Roles and Responsibilities\n\nEnsure that planning standards at both organisation and project level are exceeded across all projects and planning & control procedures are adhered to\nAssist with the tender, pre-construction, and delivery of a range of opportunities and live projects by collaboratively developing and maintaining robust, detailed project plans\nEnsure project plans capture the full project scope, resources are considered and loaded as required, and contractual & programme-specific requirements are met\nCollaboratively develop and establish optimal construction methodologies, logic sequences & work outputs by drafting programmes for review and preparing logistics diagrams\nProactively identify opportunities and risks in the plan\nMonitor the critical path and key milestones, advising the delivery team on any potential changes and leading challenge and mitigation actions\nThoroughly develop programmes to demonstrate the impact of change in compliance with the contractual and project-specific requirements\nVisit sites and attend progress meetings\nMonitor progress and update short-term plans, progress reports and construction programmes\nDevelop 4D animations of the project plan to aid in the digital rehearsal of the project construction\nManage all project reporting requirements, including but not limited to monthly programme submission, weekly lookahead submission, weekly dashboard and volumetric analysis\nManage and coordinate all impact demonstration and analysis programmes in line with the NEC contract requirements\nReview, interrogate and integrate subcontract programmes into the project programmeSenior Planner Requirements\n\nAdvanced (Primavera) P6 experience and knowledge of NEC\nPrevious experience of leading collaborative planning processes, you'll have the ability to interrogate/take information from drawings to implement an efficient planning service for the business\nHave the ability to communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences whilst working in pressurised situations under tight deadlines will be crucial\nAdapt as required to meet project objectives, you will be innovative and supportive of other members of the team to enhance the reputation of the planning team across the business\nValid driving licenceSenior Planner Benefits\n\nSalary - Up to £75,000 DOE\nBased in Manchester, North West\nCompany Car or Car Allowance\n25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days\nCompany pension\nLife Assurance\nPrivate MedicalIf you are interested in this Senior Planner role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions

Temporary Legal Secretary\nSupport solicitors with accurate document production, diary management and client contact in a busy legal environment. You'll be central to keeping cases moving, from preparing court documents to managing communications and day-to-day administration.\n\nThe role\nAs the Temporary Legal Secretary, you'll provide hands-on secretarial and administrative support to solicitors across document production, diary management and client liaison. The role exists to ensure legal documents are prepared accurately and on time, and that lawyers' workloads and client communications are well organised. You'll also assist with case preparation and basic legal research as required.\n\nWhat you'll be doing\n* Drafting, editing and transcribing legal documents, correspondence, court forms and witness statements from dictation or notes\n* Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, arranging meetings and organising court dates - occasional need to manage travel and event bookings\n* Acting as a key point of contact for clients and external parties, handling enquiries and ongoing communication\n* Filing, scanning, photocopying and maintaining accurate records and files\n* Supporting billing, invoices and expense management where needed\n* Assisting with case preparation, basic legal research and attending meetings or court with solicitors\n\nWhat we're looking for\n* Legal secretary experience desired, but not essential\n* Strong typing skills and proven ability to draft and produce documents quickly and accurately\n* Confident use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF formatting/editing\n* Experience with document management and completing manuscript amendments\n* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to detail\n* Ability to prioritise, multitask and remain calm under pressure and tight deadlines\n* Discreet, professional approach with a commitment to confidentiality and compliance\n\nBenefits\n* Annual leave\n* Company pension\n* Cycle to work scheme\n* Hybrid working arrangement\n\nIf this Temporary Legal Secretary role matches your skills and experience, please apply with your CV.\n\nSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Senior / Associate Party Wall Consultant (Future Regional Lead) \n\nManchester\n£50,000 – £60,000 (DOE Senior) | Up to £70,000 (DOE Associate level) + benefits\nProperty Consultancy / Surveying\n\n We are recruiting on behalf of a leading multi-disciplinary property consultancy seeking an experienced Senior or Associate Party Wall Consultant to support the growth of their Manchester team.\n\n This is a unique leadership-track opportunity offering the chance to work on high-profile development schemes while helping to shape and expand the regional Party Wall service.\n\n The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, delivering high-quality technical advice while gradually taking on increased responsibility for regional growth, client development and team leadership.\n\n The Role \nYou will advise developers, asset managers, institutions and private clients on matters relating to the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and wider neighbourly matters.\n\n Responsibilities will include:\n • Acting as Building Owner’s, Adjoining Owner’s and Agreed Surveyor\n • Preparing and serving statutory notices\n • Drafting and negotiating Party Wall Awards\n • Advising on rights of access and boundary matters\n • Managing multiple instructions across a varied client base\n • Supporting senior directors on complex development schemes\n • Building and maintaining strong client relationships\n • Supporting proposals, budgeting and commercial performance\n • Contributing to marketing and business development initiatives\n • Mentoring junior team members where appropriate\n\n Leadership & Growth This role offers a clear pathway toward leading the Manchester Party Wall service line, including:\n • Developing regional growth strategy\n • Building client and referral networks\n • Identifying cross-selling opportunities\n • Supporting recruitment and team development\n • Contributing to regional revenue performance\n About You We are looking for a confident and commercially aware consultant who combines strong technical knowledge with leadership potential.\n\n Essential:\n • Proven experience working under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996\n • Experience drafting and negotiating Party Wall Awards\n • Strong client management and negotiation skills\n • Ability to manage workload independently\n • Experience advising on neighbourly matters (access licences, consultancy reports etc.)\n\n Desirable:\n • MRICS qualified (or working toward with strong experience)\n • Existing network within the Manchester / North West property market\n • Experience supporting business development initiatives\n • Ambition to progress into a regional leadership role\n\n Why Apply? \n• Work on complex and high-profile development projects\n • Direct mentorship from senior leadership\n • Clear leadership pathway within the Manchester market\n • Excellent career development opportunities\n • Competitive salary and benefits package\n\n Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity

Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, one of the fastest growing HR Consultancy businesses globally. As a leading technology provider, they are transforming the world of work in terms of HR and health and safety helping businesses manage their day-to-day, removing administration burden and growing their bottom line.\n\nWe are looking for a HR / CIPD / Employment Law professional to join the team providing clients with documentation advice. You will be holding phone and teams calls with business owners, offering advice and assistance around any HR documentation such as employment contract, letters, policy and employee guidance. You may need to create policy and documents ensuring they are legally compliant and provide protection for both employer and employee. This role offers amazing exposure to HR issues whilst being very varied and fast paced, so organisation and attention to detail are a must! If you a HR Admin, or looking for your first real step into HR and you want a role that gives great progression and continued learning, please apply today and we'll be in touch!\n\nJob Purpose\n\nThe main priority of the role is to create, update, maintain and review employment documentation for our clients.\n\nJob Overview\n\nThis role is a busy and fast paced position within Employment Consultancy Services and the successful candidate will have a good understanding of Employment Legislation, specifically relating to policy wording and requirements, will be focused on attention to detail and have great customer focus.\n\nDay-to-Day Responsibilities\n\n* To create client documentation based on the needs of the client and the suitability of relevant policies and procedures.\n\n* To read through clients' existing documentation checking for terms that breach Employment Law and typographical/grammatical errors and correcting these.\n\n* Liaise with clients over the phone, drafting any new documents, and deal with queries as appropriate.\n\n* To provide a client focused and personalised approach, building relationships and enhancing the client experience at all times. Ensure applying the "super duper" service on every interaction.\n\n* To focus on continuous engagement of clients with the documentation that has been provided, ensuring these documents have been accepted and issued to staff and the client understands the importance of this when managing employee relations.\n\n* To guide clients through their online client portal.\n\n* Liaise with the Digital Field Consultants and deal with queries as appropriate.\n\n* Manage own workload working from the task list.\n\n* Ensure deadlines and any KPI/SLA/targets are met.\n\n* Ensure work in line with any quality criteria/instruction in place.\n\n* To ensure you are fully updated on products and additional services in order to drive referrals and engagement with other services which aids retention.\n\n* To record work via computerised systems, using the log process, work log on the Advice, SharePoint and Successflow systems.\n\n* Check client details using the computerised database.\n\n* Attend team meetings, as and when required, including mornings/evenings and weekend conferences/development/training days.\n\n* Maintain a clear desk and tidy work environment.\n\n* To undertake E-learning sessions as and when required.\n\n* Assist with training for new starters.\n\nWhat you Bring to the Team\n\n* Knowledge of employment law.\n\n* Excellent written English.\n\n* Excellent word processing skills.\n\n* Attention to detail.\n\n* Ability to prioritise your workload, work under pressure in conjunction with deadlines.\n\n* Possess excellent and professional communication skills especially over the phone.\n\n* Good organisational skills.\n\n* Ability to present information accurately.\n\n* Ability to deal with people on all levels.\n\nBenefits \n\n25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays.\nDay off on your birthday.\nFree On-Site Gym\nPerkbox discounts.\nHolidays increase after 2 and 5 years' service.\nPension Plan and Life Insurance.\nAccess to Employee Assistance Programme.\nAnnual Profit share bonus \n\nINDMANJ\n\n51114LFR1\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Senior Development Finance Analyst\n\nManchester\n\n6-month Contract - Hybrid \n\n£39.23 per hour Umbrella\n\nARM are delighted to be working with our client to help them recruit a Senior Development Finance Analyst on a 6 month contract.\n\nThe Role:\n\nFirst point of contact for finance related matters, for both private sale and affordable housing property development \nBuild and maintain relationships between the Development and Finance Directorates, and work as a collegiate member of the development finance team \nLead on providing timely and accurate management reporting information for his/her scheme portfolio \nAct as the principal finance representative at monthly scheme progress meetings \nLead on responding to management accounting queries from regional stakeholders \nPro-actively supports the regional Head of Development Finance in reviewing commercial investment appraisals for proposed acquisitions, conducting financial due diligence, advising the Development team on deal structures, and drafting investment papers \nProvide ad hoc scheme investment analysis as required, including financial modelling \n\nRequirements: \n\nQualified Accountant or equivalent \nStrong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent knowledge of MS Excel \nProven experience in property development finance, ideally with prior experience of investment appraisal financial modelling for mixed tenure schemes \nThorough understanding of the UK residential real estate market. Experience of the strategic land market would be advantages. \nStrong track record of delivering timely and accurate management reporting \nA good understanding of technical and commercial risks associated to property development\nDisclaimer:\n\nThis vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our award-wining, multinational HR & Employment Law services client in their search for a Litigation Executive, specialising in Employment Law. In this role you will be dealing with case preperation before Employment tribunal, working on behalf of Business owners to assess tribunal matters, create court bundles,witness statements etc. You must be educated to LPC / BPTC and have Litigation experience - handling full litigation process for your own caseload. Employment law knowledge is desirable due to the nature of the business. In return you will gain fantastic knowledge of Employment law across all industries, and amazing progression opportunies. This role will also support SQE as it will count towards Legal work experience. \n\nJob Purpose\n\nTo assist our broad spectrum of clients with Employment Tribunal matters, from advising on merits of the case, drafting responses to exchanging witness statements as well as conducting telephone preliminary hearings.\n\nJob Purpose\n\nTo assist our clients with Early Conciliation and Tribunal matters by assuming conduct, from advising \non merits of a case, drafting responses to exchanging witness statements as well as completing telephone \npreliminary hearings.\n\nJob Overview\n\nWe are looking for a bright, confident, legally-qualified individual, preferably with employment law \nexperience, to work in a dynamic team and cover all aspects of case preparation.\nThe ideal candidate will relish assuming responsibility for a caseload in a fast-paced but supportive team \nenvironment. The focus is on great client service, along with a firm commercial approach, and we are \nlooking for someone with excellent communication skills to provide that.\n\nDay-to-Day Responsibilities\n\n* Reviewing Tribunal and Early Conciliation matters including complex open track matters\n* Drafting of responses, witness statements and relevant applications\n* Dealing with all aspects of document disclosure and creation of bundles\n* Liaising with Tribunals, Claimants' representatives and clients\n* Discussing merits of a case and achieving commercially favourable settlements\n* Working alongside and supporting corporate clients as a dedicated Litigation Executive\n* Conducting preliminary hearings by telephone\n\nWhat you Bring to the Team\n\n* Law degree (or GDL) plus good experience and/or a professional qualification (LPC/BPTC)\n* A real commitment to helping our clients through a difficult time\n* A positive approach to a busy workload and team work\n* A genuine passion for employment law and attention to detail\n\nBenefits\n\n25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays\nDay off on your birthday\nCash plan for you (and your children, if any)\nHolidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service\nContractual sick pay\nPrivate medical insurance after 5 years' service\nPension Plan and Life Insurance\nPension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service\nHoliday season bonus after 3 years' service\nProfit share scheme\nSeason ticket loan scheme\nCycle to work scheme\nAccess to Employee Assistance Programme\nFree On-site Gym\nCompany incentives, access to discount schemes\n INDMANJ\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Our client, a prominent company in the water sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planner to join their team on a permanent basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of major infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient, robust, and accurate planning to meet and exceed project and customer expectations.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nEnsure organisational and project-level planning standards are exceeded across all projects and adhere to planning & control procedures\nAssist with the tender, pre-construction, and delivery of opportunities and live projects by developing and maintaining detailed project plans\nEnsure project plans capture the full project scope, considering resources and meeting contractual & programme-specific requirements\nDevelop and establish optimal construction methodologies and logic sequences by drafting programmes and preparing logistics diagrams\nProactively identify opportunities and risks in the plan\nMonitor the critical path and key milestones, advising the delivery team on potential changes\nDevelop programmes to demonstrate the impact of change in compliance with contractual and project-specific requirements\nVisit sites, attend progress meetings, and update short-term plans, progress reports, and construction programmes\nManage all project reporting requirements, including monthly programme submission, weekly lookaheads, and volumetric analysis\nReview, interrogate, and integrate subcontract programmes into the project programme\n\nJob Requirements:\n\nAdvanced P6 experience and knowledge of NEC\nExperience in leading collaborative planning processes and ability to interrogate and draw information from drawings\nProven ability to communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences under pressurised situations\nAbility to meet tight deadlines and project objectives while supporting team members\nOn site experience and understanding how a project works from inception to completion\nDegree in Civil Engineering / Construction or equivalent\n\nBenefits:\n\nCompetitive salary\nCompany pension\nLife assurance\nPrivate medical insurance\n25 days of annual leave plus 8 public holidays and loyalty days\n8 hours of volunteering leave\nEmployee Assistance Programme\nFlexible benefits via salary sacrifice\nCompany car / car allowance\nIf you have advanced planning skills, particularly with P6 and NEC, and are looking for a challenging role within the water sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and contribute to successful project delivery across a range of major infrastructure projects

LITIGATION SOLICITOR\n(DEBT RECOVERY AND CONSUMER CLAIMS – INSTITUTIONAL CLIENTS)\nOur client is part of a group of companies, providing credit management and dispute resolution services to UK and international businesses. They are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. The wider Group operates to established governance, data protection and information security standards, including ISO-accredited frameworks.\nRole overview\nThey are expanding their litigation offering and opening new offices in Manchester M2, just 15 minutes’ walk from Manchester Piccadilly/Manchester Oxford Road stations.\nThe firm seeks a Litigation Solicitor (NQ–6 PQE) to manage and develop a caseload of debt recovery and consumer claims for regulated institutional clients. The solicitor will manage their own caseload and supervise the work of two paralegals. The role involves close day-to-day contact with Directors and Heads of Department and offers a clear progression path as the team and offices grow.\nKey responsibilities\n * Managing a caseload of defended and undefended debt recovery and consumer claims from pre-action through to enforcement.\n * Acting for regulated institutional clients, understanding their regulatory, reputational and commercial priorities, and tailoring strategy accordingly.\n * Drafting pre-action correspondence, letters of claim, claim forms, particulars of claim, defences, replies, applications (including set-aside and relief from sanctions where relevant), witness statements and consent orders.\n * Conducting or overseeing compliance with relevant pre-action protocols, negotiation and settlement (including structured repayment arrangements) and ADR where appropriate.\n * Handling small claims and fast track matters (and selected multi-track cases where appropriate), including directions, disclosure, witness evidence and trial preparation.\n * Supervising and quality-controlling the work of two paralegals, including task allocation, training on CPR basics, drafting standards and time-recording discipline, and undertaking regular file reviews.\n * Ensuring accurate and timely time-recording and effective use of case management systems, contributing to MI and reporting for institutional clients.\n * Working closely with Directors and Heads of Department on refinement of processes, precedents and workflows for institutional portfolios, and contributing to operational improvements.\n * Ensuring strict compliance with SRA Principles, AML and data protection requirements in a high-volume, data-rich practice.\n * Contributing to client care and business development, including attending client review meetings, assisting with tenders and panel reviews, and supporting new initiatives as the firm grows.\n * Where appropriate, instructing and liaising with counsel on more complex or high-value matters (including test cases), preparing clear instructions and bundles.\nEssential criteria\n * Qualified solicitor in England and Wales (NQ–6 years PQE). High-calibre final seat experience in litigation or debt recovery will be considered for NQs.\n * Strong working knowledge of the CPR across small claims and fast track, with an appreciation of multi-track procedure, including experience of or exposure to strike out, default and summary judgment, relief from sanctions and enforcement.\n * Demonstrable focus on procedural compliance, including reliable diary management, adherence to court orders and directions, and risk management around limitation and sanctions.\n * Experience managing a litigation caseload (trainee experience acceptable for recently qualified individuals) with responsibility for progressing matters proactively under supervision.\n * Experience of, or clear aptitude for, supervising and developing junior team members or support staff, including structured feedback and quality control.\n * Experience or a clear desire to act for institutional or repeat-player clients, and an understanding of the need for consistency, reporting and MI.\n * Strong drafting skills (correspondence, pleadings, applications and witness statements) and clear written communication.\n * Commercially minded, able to advise on proportionality, settlement options and costs, with client care at the forefront of decision-making.\n * Comfortable working in-office for most of the week and in close proximity with Directors and Heads of Department for supervision and training.\n * High standards of professional ethics, confidentiality and regulatory compliance (SRA, AML, data protection).\nPre-qualification experience will be considered where relevant.\nDesirable criteria\n * Evidence of having run applications from drafting to advocacy (e.g. set-asides, relief from sanctions, summary judgment) in the County Court.\n * Experience with higher volume debt recovery litigation, including portfolio management and structured settlement negotiation for regulated clients.\n * Confidence with routine advocacy (e.g. small claims trials, directions hearings, set-aside and possession-related applications) and clarity about when to brief counsel.\n * Appetite to contribute to process and system improvements, including precedent development, standardisation of time entries, and enhancement of case management and reporting for institutional clients.\nRemuneration and progression\n * Competitive, market-aligned salary, dependent on experience.\n * Competitive performance-related bonus structure.\n * Clear career progression opportunities within a growing firm, with scope to develop into a senior, team lead or specialist institutional client role as the practice and new offices expand

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