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Location: Birmingham Role: Principal Lawyer - Housing Litigation Hours: Permanent (36 hours - part time considered) Salary: £54,495 - £64,811 If you are an experienced housing litigation specialist ready for your next challenge, I am keen to have a conversation! I am working exclusively with one of the largest in-house legal services team in the UK to recruit a new permanent member of their management team. As a Principal Lawyer - Housing Litigation you will have day to day management of a team of 9 individuals. You will guide and develop your team and be responsible for all new recruits. Applicants must be committed to the development, training and mentoring of colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for seasoned housing litigation specialists keen to further develop their management skills. You will also have conduct of some of the larger, high-profile cases, making this the perfect all-round post! The current vacancy for a Principal Lawyer - Housing Litigation will see you responsible for future recruitment into the team, meaning this role offers a genuine opportunity to shape and develop your own team. The colleagues you will work with are friendly and supportive, with a strong team ethic. This role can be worked on a hybrid basis and there is a team office day once a week, so applicants must be based in the Birmingham area. Courts are also centrally based in Birmingham, making this role suitable for those based in and around the Birmingham area. As the new Principal Lawyer - Housing Litigation you will be tasked with managing a team of lawyers and legal assistants dedicated to pre litigated housing conditions cases, which will be predominantly ASB and pre-litigated disrepair cases. Applicants must have a track record of working on housing conditions cases and any associated hearings. Applicants from a range of legal backgrounds will be considered. Applicants must have considerable experience in people management, housing law (specifically in relation to housing conditions and disrepair work) and conduct of advocacy in related hearings. A local government background would be ideal, but candidates from private practice and central government organisations will be considered. Daily duties will include: • Managing complex and politically sensitive caseloads, representing the Council, and leading a team of fee earners. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership and legal expertise., • Working with the Head of Law to develop highly effective working relationships with clients. To deliver a client focussed service with an excellent standard of client care., • Supervising and managing the work of the team to ensure that the team provides professional guidance and expertise. Ensuring work is allocated appropriately within the team., • Preparing reports for, and attending Committees, Sub-Committees and Executive Committee as required., • Deputising for the Head of Law where required. This post advises on public law and regulatory issues in connection with a range of powers exercised by the local authority. As such, it is key that the post holder is able to not simply follow the letter of the law but understands the need to work within the constraints that come from working in local government. You will be a qualified Solicitor/Barrister/FILEX with a current Practising Certificate. In return for your experience, commitment, and motivation, you will enjoy working in a modern environment, with a competitive salary and benefits package. The benefits offered are excellent and include: • Legal assistant support, • Fantastic training and development opportunities, • Excellent Pension Scheme, above average % employer contribution, • Flexible and hybrid working, • Incredible annual leave, increasing with length of service, • Salary sacrifice scheme for extra annual leave, cycle to work, car leases and childcare vouchers, • Discounts on supermarkets, bus and coach travel, utilities companies, eating out, leisure attractions and gym memberships, • Access to long and short term financial planning advice, • Continuous development opportunities, • Family friendly policies including; excellent maternity, paternity and adoption entitlements For more information on this opportunity, please contact Kate Jasper in our Manchester office or apply today! Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

? Shape the Future of Complex Injury Law at Keoghs We’re looking for an ambitious and inspiring Senior Associate / Lead Lawyer to join our Complex Injury team in Birmingham. This is a standout opportunity to step into a leadership role where you will lead, develop and grow a high-performing team, while handling a stimulating caseload of high-value claims. At Keoghs, you’ll be empowered to build your reputation, strengthen client relationships, and play a key role in developing both the team and our wider business. What You’ll Be Doing As Lead Lawyer, you’ll combine technical excellence with people leadership and client development, making a real impact across the firm. Your key responsibilities will include: • Leading, motivating and developing a team of complex injury lawyers (2 direct reports initially, with scope to grow), • Managing a caseload of complex injury claims, primarily RTA with some EL/PL exposure, • Handling large loss cases (250thousand – 1M+), supported by a Technical Director, • Advising clients on indemnity, liability, quantum and claims strategy, • Building and strengthening relationships with key insurance clients and senior claims handlers, • Developing your profile and supporting business development and client growth, • Delivering training internally and to clients, • Attending court hearings, trials and settlement conferences, • Driving team performance through objective setting, regular reviews, and development plans, • Supporting recruitment and team expansion as the function grows, • Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm processesWhat we're looking for ?? Technical Expertise: • Qualified Solicitor with strong Defendant RTA experience, • Proven track record handling high-value complex injury claims, • Experience managing cases 250thousand – 1M+, • Confident in advocacy ?? Leadership Capability: • Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop a team, • Strong communicator, able to deliver feedback and support performance effectively, • Passionate about people development, wellbeing and engagement, • Skilled at delegation and workload management ?? Core Skills: • Confident, proactive and driven, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills, • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, • Commercially aware with business development acumen, • Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines ?? Why Join Keoghs? This is more than just a legal role – it’s a chance to shape a team, build client relationships and develop your leadership career in a firm that values innovation and collaboration. You’ll be joining a business that is committed to your growth, success and long-term career development. ? Ready to Lead? If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in a high-performing, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you. Job Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Private Medical Insurance ( Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining., • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection ( Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets *after successfully completing probation

Real Estate Litigation Partner / Senior Solicitor - Birmingham - Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits A highly regarded, mid-tier Legal 500 firm with a strong national brand is seeking to appoint a Real Estate Litigation Partner / Senior Solicitor to join its expanding Birmingham office as part of a clear and ambitious growth strategy; with continued investment, excellent financial performance and an established platform, this is a standout opportunity to take on a visible leadership role and help shape a growing real estate disputes practice in the Midlands, working alongside an experienced and well-connected senior team on complex, high-value matters while closely partnering with a successful transactional real estate team acting for owner-managed businesses, major developers, property management companies, retailers and public sector bodies; the firm is known not only for the exceptional quality of its work but also for its strong commitment to social mobility, employee experience and genuine work-life balance, offering true Partner autonomy within a modern, collaborative environment; remuneration is highly competitive with salaries positioned strongly in the market and a bonus structure that aligns with - and often exceeds - above-average market offerings, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and a clear, transparent pathway to equity, making this a compelling opportunity for a senior lawyer looking to build and develop their own practice within a firm with strong momentum and long-term growth plans. The Role: • Lead and develop a growing Real Estate Litigation offering in Birmingham, taking a key role in the firm's wider national growth strategy, • Advise on a broad range of complex and high-value real estate disputes, delivering exceptional quality work to a diverse client base, • Work closely in partnership with a high-performing transactional real estate team, supporting clients including owner-managed businesses, major developers, property management companies, retailers and public sector bodies, • Build, maintain and expand strong client relationships, while identifying and converting new business opportunities to grow your own practice, • Provide strategic leadership and mentoring to junior lawyers, contributing to the continued development of a collaborative and high-performing team, • Play an active role in shaping the direction of the real estate disputes practice in the Midlands, with genuine autonomy at Partner level, • Contribute to the firm's inclusive culture, reflecting its strong commitment to social mobility, employee experience and sustainable work-life balance, • Manage financial performance in line with a highly competitive remuneration structure, including strong salaries, an above-market bonus scheme and a clear pathway to equity The Candidate: • An experienced Real Estate Litigation Solicitor operating at Partner level, or a Legal Director / Senior Associate ready to step up, • Strong technical expertise across a broad range of real estate disputes, including landlord and tenant, development disputes, and property-related insolvency issues, • A proven or developing client following, with the ability to generate work and build a sustainable pipeline within the property sector, • Commercially minded, with the ambition to play a leading role in growing a real estate litigation practice in the Midlands, • Experience gained within a reputable regional, national, or international firm, with exposure to high-quality real estate disputes work, • Strong understanding of the commercial property market and the needs of clients such as developers, investors, landlords, tenants, and public sector bodies, • Ambitious and motivated, with a clear interest in progression towards Equity Partnership, • A collaborative approach, with the ability to build strong internal relationships, particularly with transactional real estate colleagues The Benefits & How to Apply: • Competitive and negotiable salary, with a highly attractive bonus structure aligned to, and often exceeding, market standards, • Comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, a competitive pension scheme, and life assurance, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, supporting a genuine commitment to work-life balance, • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave and enhanced sick pay, • Clear and transparent pathway to Equity Partnership, with real scope for progression, • Collaborative, forward-thinking and inclusive firm culture, with a strong emphasis on employee experience and social mobility, • Opportunity to join a firm in a sustained period of growth and investment, offering excellent long-term career prospects Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone Contact: Rhys Spencer, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07506 994 088 Email: rhys.spencer@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

Family / Childcare Solicitor, 5+ Years PQE, Birmingham, £60,000+ (DOE), Full-time opportunity to join a busy team who have an existing caseload in place ready for you to step into straight away. - JOB REF:2810 THE ROLE :• This is a key role within a growing practice, offering high-quality work, genuine responsibility and the support of a collaborative and well-resourced team .• You will advise and represent clients across the full spectrum of family childcare matters, delivering expert guidance in complex and sensitive cases while contributing to the continued growth and profile of the team .• You will be responsible for a varied childcare caseload to include child arrangements orders and contact disputes, parental responsibility matters, adoption proceedings, emergency applications and protection orders and public law childcare proceeding s• Advising and representing clients at court and tribunals, conducting advocacy where appropriat e• You will also be involved in business development activities and relationship buildin g SKILLS REQUIRE D:• This role is ideal for a proactive, enthusiastic and experienced childcare lawyer with a strong reputation for client care and technical excellenc e.• Applications are sought from Childcare Solicitors or Legal Executives with a minimum of 5 Years P QE• Significant experience in complex family childcare matte rs• Advocacy experience and confidence in court representati on• You will have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and work well within a team environmen t. ON OFF ER:• Competitive sal ary• Flexible working opti ons• Private healthc are• Genuine career progress ion HOW TO AP PLY:Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discuss ion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a g uide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we op erate.

My client is recruiting for experienced Private Client Solicitors, Legal Executives or Paralegals to join their team on a fully remote basis.\nMy clients award-winning firm stands apart from other practices; they are incredibly entrepreneurial, creative and offer great flexibility to their staff. They have a family friendly feel throughout the practice, they invest heavily in their staff and due to continued growth; they can offer strong prospects.\nThey have acquired several businesses over recent years which have enabled them to become one of the UKs largest probate providers. Due to this unparalleled growth, they are able to provide a fast-track route for fee-earners to become Salaried Directors within three years, just by hitting your target in 3 non consecutive years.\nTheir approach to business and their clients has put them ahead of competitors. They have core values that define who they are, how they operate and the services they offer. Their success is down to their people and the strong relationship they have built with their clients.\nThe team\nDue to expansion they are recruiting for an experienced and highly skilled Private Client Lawyer to join the department.\nEveryone works in a cohesive environment but with the autonomy to run and develop their caseload and build client relationships. Many lawyers within the team are STEP members but everyone shares their expertise, knowledge and experience to support one another.\nThe role\nYou will take on an already existing case load of varied Private Client work which will consist of Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates, LPA’s, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts.\nThere is plenty of opportunity to grow and develop the work and you will be encouraged and given the independence to build relationships with other departments and external referrers.\nYou will also be given the option to be actively involved with supporting and mentoring junior members of the department.\nSalary and Benefits\n• Fully remote working\n• Bonus scheme\n• Opportunity for quarterly and annual salary increases through our employee incentive scheme\n• Company pension scheme\n• Death in service benefit\n• Exclusive employee discounts\n• SMART health program\n• Significant career progression opportunities, including STEP certification and potential advancement to Director level\nShould you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.\nPlease Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful

To help advance our vision of modern money movement, Marqeta is looking for a Senior Counsel, EU/UK Product & Regulatory who is enthusiastic about payments technology and its potential for positive impact in peoples’ lives. You will help drive high-profile cross-functional initiatives across the business involving a variety of complex legal and regulatory issues relating to managing risk for financial and payments products in the EU/UK and internationally. You will also provide legal advice and support for our international expansion efforts. This requires strong business acumen and the ability to both work independently and with large multi-stakeholder teams. We are looking for someone with sharp analytical and communication skills, who is diligent, organized, engaged, proactive, collaborative, and who has demonstrated excellent legal and business judgment and strategic thinking. You will report to the Assistant General Counsel overseeing international product and regulatory. We work_. This role can be performed remotely within the UK. We’d love for you to join us! The Impact You'll Have This Senior Counsel position will be a critical legal role located in the UK. You will have a broad range of responsibilities and work in close partnership with cross-functional and geographically diverse teams supporting the development and delivery of Marqeta’s payment products and services. As we advance our vision of modern money movement, we seek a subject matter expert, regulatory lawyer who’ll be deeply engaged to help us scale globally. Who You Are • Serve as the lead attorney for strategic, complex and cross-border arrangements with Marqeta’s customers and partners within UK/Europe, • Provide timely, concise and business-focused legal advice on payments law impacting Marqeta’s relationships in UK/Europe and other regions, • Partner with legal and business stakeholders to help automate, scale and continuously improve standard form agreements and legal processes, • Have deep and practical knowledge and expertise in international laws, rules and regulations related to prepaid and debit products in various jurisdictions, focusing on the UK and the EEA, • Provide legal advice on payment laws, financial services regulations, data privacy, consumer protection, and enforcement actions for existing products and new features in covered jurisdictions, • Assess legal risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and provide legal advice to cross-functional stakeholders (product, engineering, risk, go-to-market, etc.) in connection with maintaining the integrity of the financial platform, • Collaborate with and manage outside legal counsel, • Be a team player and self-starter with drive and initiative, • Have high integrity and great judgment while working across the organisation Key Skills and Competencies • 5-10 years’ experience practising either in-house or at a reputable law firm, with at least 3 years working in or advising companies in the payments, fintech or financial services space, • A proven high-calibre, solution-oriented and proactive attorney with experience in the payments space, including experience with prepaid, debit and credit card products in the UK and EEA, • Understanding of laws and regulations pertaining to financial services and technology (including Payment Services Directives; Anti-Money Laundering Directives; GDPR; Interchange Fee Regulations and EBA Guidelines), • A solid business focus with practical risk awareness and the ability to balance legal risk mitigation against key business objectives and risks, • Experience drafting and negotiating contracts for payments companies or financial institutions, • Familiarity with rules for card networks and other payment clearing systems, • Understanding of payments technology (e.g. APIs, tokenization, digital wallets, crypto), • A keen sense of ownership and the ability to independently drive complex projects to completion on tight timelines in a fast-moving, high-performing environment, • Sound judgment and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively, • Amenable and ready to support colleagues and projects across multiple time zones, • Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work on teams and independently; ability to drive accountability and influence outcomes, • The ability to challenge and be challenged both internally and with clients in a constructive and respectful way, • Advanced problem solving skills, i.e., the ability to quickly digest a problem, evaluate various options/solutions and empower yourself and others to deliver, • Team player with a positive attitude and commitment to excellence, • LLB degree and member in good standing of a the local bar (or equivalent in your jurisdiction) Hiring Manager • Sean Yang Recruiter For This Role • Louise Devlin Compensation and Benefits • Premium Private Medical and Dental coverage, • Generous time off program with additional “Floating Holiday days”, • Retirement savings program with company contribution, • Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program, • Monthly stipend to support our remote work model, • Annual development stipend to support our people growth and development, • Family-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave, • Wellbeing programs i.e. Modern Health, HealthKick and much more…

Job Description Family Partner | West Midlands | Leadership Opportunity - An established and forward-thinking law firm is seeking an experienced Family Partner to join its team in the West Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Family Lawyer looking to take on a genuine leadership role within a growing and ambitious practice. /n /nThe firm is keen to speak with experienced Family Law Partners or Head of Departments who are passionate not only about delivering exceptional client service, but also about leading and developing people, contributing strategically and helping shape the future direction of the business. /n /nThe Role /nThis is a senior appointment with a strong leadership and strategic focus. Alongside managing your own high-quality caseload and achieving financial targets, you will play a visible and influential role within the wider practice. /nKey responsibilities will include: /n• Managing a privately funded Family caseload /n• Leading, mentoring and developing colleagues within the team /n• Supporting a positive, collaborative and high-performing culture /n• Attending and contributing to partnership and strategic planning meetings /n• Assisting with business development, networking and marketing initiatives /n• Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel and internal regulatory procedures /n• Helping drive the continued growth and long-term success of the firm /n /nThe Candidate /nThe successful candidate will demonstrate: /n• Significant experience within Family law at Partner level or Senior Associate level ready for Partnership /n• A strong and well-established referral network /n• Proven leadership and people management experience /n• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills /n• A commercial and strategic mindset /n• The ability to manage a substantial caseload while supporting wider team performance /n• A collaborative and proactive approach to leadership and business development /n /nThe Firm /nThis well-regarded practice offers a supportive and progressive working environment where senior lawyers are encouraged to contribute ideas and play an active role in shaping the future of the business. The firm prides itself on its collaborative culture, strong client relationships and long-term vision for growth. /n /n/n /nApplications will be treated in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be submitted without your express permission. /n /nAs part of the candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not heard from us within this timeframe, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. /n /nAt eNL, we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristics.

Full time • Hybrid (2 days in office/3 from home), • 37 hours pw, • 40ph - 55ph