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Job Title: Civil Litigation Solicitor\nLocation: Birmingham\nPosition: Full-time\nReports to: Head of Department\n\nOverview\n\nAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a driven and commercially astute Civil Litigation Solicitor to join a growing and dynamic legal practice. This role offers exposure to a broad range of disputes and the autonomy to manage your own caseload while contributing to the continued success of a high-performing litigation team.\n\nYou will act for a diverse client base across a wide spectrum of civil disputes, making this an ideal position for a solicitor seeking variety, responsibility, and long-term career progression.\n\nKey Objectives\n\n * Deliver high-quality fee-earning work and contribute to departmental profitability\n\n * Provide strategic, commercially focused advice to clients\n\n * Support the ongoing growth and success of the litigation function\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters from inception to resolution\n\n * Handle disputes including:\n\n * Commercial and contractual disputes\n\n * Landlord and tenant (commercial and residential) matters\n\n * Building and construction disputes\n\n * Debt recovery matters\n\n * General civil litigation, including a small proportion of personal injury cases\n\n * Take client instructions and advise on funding options\n\n * Conduct pre-action work in line with protocols\n\n * Draft and prepare legal documentation, including:\n\n * Pleadings and statements of case\n\n * Witness statements\n\n * Schedules of loss\n\n * Court applications and supporting documents\n\n * Issue and progress court proceedings in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules\n\n * Liaise with clients, counsel, experts, and third parties\n\n * Manage client relationships and provide regular updates on case progress\n\n * Maintain accurate case management records and time recording\n\nDesirable Experience\n\n * Advocacy experience\n\n * Exposure to contentious probate matters\n\nSkills & Experience\n\n * Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 2+ years’ PQE in Civil Litigation\n\n * Strong technical knowledge of litigation procedures and the Civil Procedure Rules\n\n * Proven ability to manage a caseload independently\n\n * Experience handling a broad range of disputes\n\n * Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills\n\n * Strong client management and communication abilities\n\n * Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems\n\nPerson Specification\n\nCommercial Awareness\n\nUnderstands financial performance, billing, and cost recovery\n\nManages WIP, cash flow, and risk effectively\n\nIdentifies opportunities for business development and service improvement\n\nClient Focus\n\nBuilds strong, professional client relationships\n\nDelivers responsive, high-quality legal services\n\nMaintains strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times\n\nPersonal Effectiveness\n\nHighly organised with strong time management skills\n\nAble to prioritise workload and meet deadlines under pressure\n\nWorks independently while contributing positively to the team\n\nCommunication & Leadership\n\nCommunicates clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing\n\nExercises sound judgement and decision-making\n\nCapable of supervising or supporting junior team members where appropriate\n\nDevelopment & Growth\n\nCommitted to continuous professional development\n\nProactively seeks opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge\n\nContributes to a collaborative and high-performance culture\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\nCompetitive Salary\n\nPerformance-related incentives\n\nClear progression opportunities\n\nOngoing training and professional development\n\nSupportive and forward-thinking working environment\n\nWe endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time; however, if you have not received a response within 10 days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion or that the position has been filled

Criminal Law Trainee Paralegal Birmingham Business Park | Full-Time | Office-Based Company Description Vienna Kang Advocates Ltd is a prominent niche UK law firm specialising in Criminal Defence and Road Traffic Law. The firm is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (UIN: 613068). Vienna Kang Advocates is dedicated to offering expert legal services and maintaining professional standards. The team comprises skilled professionals with a wide range of legal expertise, committed to delivering exceptional legal representation. As a modern and dynamic firm, we embrace the latest technology and cutting-edge practices in our strive for excellence. We pride ourselves on thorough and robust defence case preparation, working hard to formulate novel points to enable us to articulate powerful and compelling submissions on behalf of those whom we represent. We are frequently instructed to represent and defend in extremely serious cases, involving some of the most notorious crimes prosecuted in recent times and quite often cases attracting national notoriety. Role Description Opportunities have arisen to join Vienna Kang Advocates in a developing and training role to support the continued growth and operational excellence of the company. This is an entry-level position. These opportunities are a strategic feature of the continued development and expansion of the specialist criminal defence team. The Trainee Paralegal shall be responsible for assisting with the preparation of legal documents, conducting legal research, reviewing documents, and supporting communication with clients and colleagues. The role also includes attending Court sessions, managing case files, and providing general administrative support. This position shall suit an individual looking for a stable, long-term role where their expertise is relied upon and where they can further develop within a specialist and regulated sector. There are ample opportunities for development and progression for a driven individual. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Criminal Law Trainee Paralegal at Vienna Kang Advocates, located on Birmingham Business Park in Birmingham. Requirements The nature of criminal defence requires considerable mental dexterity. It regularly involves working unsociable hours: evening and weekends to balance competing demands. Accordingly, this role requires an individual who is entirely committed and dedicated to criminal defence, takes pride in their work and is passionate about what they do and the results that they achieve. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in Criminal Law and, in particular criminal defence. Key Responsibilities • Perusal, consideration and analysis of evidence, • Preparation and drafting legal documents, • Conducting legal research, • Accompany clients and Counsel in conference, • Attending Court, • Attending clients in conference within prisons, • Administrative support Candidate Profile • A highly organised, detail-driven, and disciplined approach, • Strong interest in Criminal Law, • Professional, reliable, and capable of working with discretion, • Committed and dedicated to career development Additional Experience (Advantageous, but not essential) • Experience within a legal or regulated environment, • Police Station Accreditation Qualifications • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills, • Ability to meet deadlines and handle sensitive client data responsibly, • Knowledge of legal profession processes is a plus, • Possess knowledge and understanding of Law, • Experience in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review, • Strong Communication and Research skills, • Excellent organisational and time-management skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Previous experience in a legal setting is advantageous, • Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field preferred Full training will be provided where required. The Offer • £25,000 gross salary per annum, • A structured and professional working environment, • The opportunity to develop specialist expertise in criminal defence, • 33 days including public holidays, • Birthday Day Off in addition to annual leave, • Pension scheme Apply in Confidence If you are interested in developing and forging a career in career law where you shall be able to excel, be recognised and relied upon, then we invite you to apply with a comprehensive covering letter and CV to Chloe Turner by email: or through LinkedIn. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Vienna Kang Advocates Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitable candidates.

What if you could earn more than a full-time General Counsel — without the internal politics, fixed salary ceiling, or executive treadmill? We’re helping experienced in-house lawyers in Birmingham explore the fractional General Counsel business model. By starting this career path with us, you gain the best of both worlds: The credibility and infrastructure of a network of likeminded lawyers — combined with the freedom to build your own high-value portfolio practice on your own terms. This is what we call self-employment with a safety net — autonomy with structure, income with scalability. What You’ll Receive • 100% of revenue paid directly to you, • Flexible contract structure — choose your portfolio of clients, • Remote-first with optional office access, • A proven process to scale from 1 retained client to 5+ over time Business Development Support from The SELL Life You receive: • Personalised strategy to position yourself as a retained strategic advisor, • Frameworks for packaging fractional GC services into predictable monthly retainers, • Access to a curated referral network of lawyers, • Vendor discounts and member benefits that rival national firms, • Courses, templates, and playbooks for scaling a portfolio practice, • Live sessions designed to solve business development bottlenecks Who is This Is For? Senior lawyers with in-house experience who: • Are already acting as a strategic business partner, • Want higher income potential than fixed executive salary, • Prefer influence over internal hierarchy, • Are commercially minded and confident advising founders or boards, • Value autonomy but don’t want to build everything from scratch The Result Most experienced counsel transitioning to fractional models: • Replace or exceed their corporate salary, • Work across diverse, growth-focused businesses, • Build equity-like upside through long-term client relationships, • Create a practice that belongs entirely to them This is not a traditional role. It’s an opportunity to build something of your own — with the backing of an international network of entrepreneurial lawyers. Next Step Apply confidentially.

The SELL Life in Birmingham offers an innovative opportunity for experienced in-house lawyers to transition into fractional General Counsel roles.

KPMG Careers seeks a Senior Manager - Commercial Lawyer for their Office of General Counsel in Birmingham. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, and KPMG promotes an inclusive work environment.

You will work with both PwC UK’s in-house legal team (our Office of General Counsel, or “OGC”) and our well-established Privacy Team.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead and negotiate EPC contracts for large-scale infrastructure and energy-related projectsAdvise on major equipment procurement and vendor agreementsStructure

Office of General Counsel (Commercial) | KPMG UK | Permanent | Location: any KPMG UK office (preference for Manchester). About KPMG and the OGC Commercial team. KPMG is a leading professional services firm, supporting organisations across the UK and worldwide with audit, tax and advisory services.