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As the Head of Conveyancing Department at Ackroyd Legal, you will play a pivotal leadership role within the firm. You will oversee an entire department, shape its strategic direction, manage complex property transactions, and ensure the delivery of exceptional legal services in compliance with property law and regulations. Key Responsibilities Departmental Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to the conveyancing department, setting strategic goals, and ensuring alignment with the firm’s objectives. Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of legal professionals and support staff. Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and client-centricity within the department. Complex Conveyancing Transactions: Manage a diverse and complex portfolio of high-value residential and commercial property transactions. Review, draft, and approve critical legal documents, contracts, and agreements to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Provide expert legal advice on property law, real estate development, and investment strategies. Client Relations: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and real estate agencies. Act as a trusted advisor, offering strategic counsel and addressing clients’ complex legal needs. Team Development and Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior solicitors, paralegals, and support staff, nurturing their professional growth and development. Oversee workload distribution, set performance expectations, and conduct regular performance evaluations. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure that all conveyancing transactions strictly adhere to legal requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. Conduct rigorous due diligence, including title searches, land registry checks, and environmental assessments. Expertly resolve complex legal issues and discrepancies in a timely manner. Business Development and Growth: Identify and capitalize on opportunities for business expansion, including strengthening existing client relationships and cultivating new ones. Collaborate with marketing and business development teams to promote Ackroyd Legal’s conveyancing services. Financial Management: Oversee the financial aspects of conveyancing transactions, including billing, fee negotiations, and trust account management. Ensure cost efficiency and profitability while maintaining the highest quality of service. Regulatory Compliance and Industry Expertise: Stay abreast of changes in property law, conveyancing regulations, and industry trends. Provide guidance to the department and clients on legal and regulatory matters. Qualifications: a) Qualified solicitor with significant experience and expertise in conveyancing and property law. b) Membership in the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) or equivalent regulatory body. c) Demonstrated leadership and team management skills. d) Strong business acumen and client relationship-building abilities. e) Outstanding communication and negotiation skills. f) Profound knowledge of property law, real estate transactions, and relevant legal software. g) Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. h) Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality. i) Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. **Salary: **subject to experience Job Category: Conveyancing Job Type: Full Time Job Location: City of London
The Pachamama family's gem, Zephyr Restaurant, is located in the heart of Notting Hill. We are proudly delivering an exceptional guest experience in our Greek-inspired venue. As an experienced Waiter / Waitress, we're confident in your ability to deliver standout service in our dynamic environment. For the Waiter / Waitress role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience. • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate. • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees - save money on your food bill! • Generous staff discount at all group’s restaurants. • Complimentary dinner for two at one of our venues for your Birthday! • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork. • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month. • Emergency advance payments available in exceptional circumstances. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.
The Pachamama family's gem, Zephyr Restaurant, is located in the heart of Notting Hill. We are proudly delivering an exceptional guest experience in our Greek-inspired venue. For the runner role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience. • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate. • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees - save money on your food bill! • Generous staff discount at all group’s restaurants. • Complimentary dinner for two at one of our venues for your Birthday! • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork. • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month. • Emergency advance payments available in exceptional circumstances. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.
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Pachamama Restaurant is proudly delivering an exceptional gastronomic guest experience as a valued part of the Pachamama Group. As an experienced Bartender, we're confident in your ability to deliver standout service in our dynamic environment. For the Bartender role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience. • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate. • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees - save money on your food bill! • Generous staff discount at all group’s restaurants. • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge. • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork. • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month. • Emergency advance payments available in exceptional circumstances. • Complimentary dinner at one of our venues for your Birthday! Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.
Pachamama Restaurant is proudly delivering an exceptional gastronomic guest experience as a valued part of the Pachamama Group. As an experienced Chef de Partie, we're confident in your ability to deliver standout service in our dynamic environment. For the Chef de Partie role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience. • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate. • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees - save money on your food bill! • Generous staff discount at all group’s restaurants. • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge. • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork. • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month. • Emergency advance payments available in exceptional circumstances. • Complimentary dinner at one of our venues for your Birthday! Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.
Housing Disrepair Fee Earner We are delighted to be working with a well-established law firm that have a leading reputation in the field of Housing Disrepair and Personal Injury work. Our client is looking to expand their sizeable Housing Disrepair department at their Pontefract office and is keen to hear from Paralegals, non-qualified fee earners and Chartered Legal executives with upwards of two years Housing Disrepair fee earning experience. You will be largely dealing with Disrepaired house cases on behalf of the claimant, with a mix of pre- litigated and litigated cases. An Housing Disrepair fee earner is required due to growth • Pre and Post Litigation experience is essential • Prioritise a caseload • Work with minimal supervision • Have a proven billing record • Experience of handling your own caseload is essential • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills • Good drafting skills • Strong negotiating skills All levels of qualification are welcomed provided you have upwards of two years strong Industrial Disease experience. This is not an opportunity to miss out on.
We are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. We are currently recruiting for a talented Paralegal to join our first class, specialist Disease department, in Blackburn. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about the work they do, the service they provide and getting the best results for their clients. The Paralegal will support fee earner(s) in their handling of client matters, ensuring a pro-active and high level of client care and compliance with the National Practice Standards. If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities to include: File Management Under supervision manage client matters according to NPS and ensure a high level of client care. Provide legal and administrative support to fee earner(s) on their client matters. Finance Ensure financial aspects of matters including time recording, billing and debtor management are managed to enable achievement of personal fee budget and support fee earners in the achievement of theirs. About You: Knowledge and understanding of basic legal concepts learnt from legal education such as undergraduate law, LLM, LPC, GDL or ILEX study; or equivalent work experience; or successful completion of the Paralegal Apprenticeship scheme. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite and relevant practice and business IT systems, particularly Mattersphere and Aderant. Excellent typing skills (minimum wpm 35) Relevant work experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to think logically and analytically. Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders. Commercially aware and highly motivated. Proactive; Good attention to detail; Excellent time management and organisational skills We are offering a salary of £21,000 - £24,000 Dependant Upon Experience
Currently Hiring a Full Time Law Cost Draftsman Fully remote working The Costs Team provides a service to our fee earners who deal with recovery of costs in Housing Disrepair claims, their primary aim is dealing with the preparation of bills of costs, negotiation and advocacy within the detailed assessment of costs proceedings. Your Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and you may also be required to prepare Part 8 and enforcement proceedings Ideally you’ll have minimum one year experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services. What We're Looking For Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs Basic knowledge of legal procedures Experience in one or more legal departments Be able to work in a fast paced environment A flexible approach enabling you to respond to rapid changes in working schedules and priorities Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business We’re proud of our values, and we’re looking for people who share them: To be approachable and caring To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives To be efficient in the provision of our services To work with integrity. Salary £22,000 - £35,000 depending on experience.
Our client has been providing trusted legal services since 1958, lending a helping hand to homeowners, families, and businesses throughout Halton, Merseyside, and Cheshire through all life’s up and downs. Our team of specialist solicitors provide expert support as you make some of life’s biggest decisions, and offer professional, fair, and understanding representation from our client no matter the circumstances. Family Law solicitor / fee earner required to work in busy family law practice. Main Duties / experience in: Divorce. Financial matters. Private and public law children's cases. Domestic abuse cases. Experience with CCMS/Legal Aid. About you: Experience in attending hearings in court. Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team. Good personable manner with members of the public. Experience in submitting LAA and private client bills. DBS checks will be required as we work with vulnerable people. Experience: 3 years + Benefits: • Company events • On-site parking Schedule: • Monday to Friday Experience: • Family Law: 3 years (required)
Industrial Disease Fee Earner We are delighted to be working with a well-established law firm that have a leading reputation in the field of Industrial Disease and Personal Injury work. Our client is looking to expand their sizeable Industrial Disease department at their Pontefract office and is keen to hear from Paralegals, non-qualified fee earners and Chartered Legal executives with upwards of two years Industrial Disease fee earning experience. You will be largely dealing with Noise Induced Hearing Loss cases on behalf of the claimant, with a mix of pre- litigated and litigated cases. You will also be dealing with some other Industrial Disease matters from time to time. An Industrial Disease fee earner is required due to growth • Pre and Post Litigation experience is essential • Prioritise a caseload • Work with minimal supervision • Have a proven billing record • Experience of handling your own caseload is essential • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills • Good drafting skills • Strong negotiating skills All levels of qualification are welcomed provided you have upwards of two years strong Industrial Disease experience. This is not an opportunity to miss out on.
Our client is a dedicated law firm based in Bolton. They have an outstanding team of Solicitors who are renowned for their expertise in all legal areas including Personal Injury, Data Breach, Medical Negligence and Immagration and financial mis-selling. They also deal with very high quality Clinical and Medical Negligence personal injury cases and have grown steadily over the past few years. As a result of their success they are now looking for a Solicitor/Fee Earner with experience of working in a fast paced, cost driven environment. Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of litigated and pre-litigated Clinical Negligence files, both straightforward and complex Conduct relevant investigations in order to repudiate and/or conclude the claim. Timely and accurate maintenance of all case management, billing and management information systems Correspondence and telephone calls Reviewing files Being part of the support for junior staff Personal Specification: Qualified Solicitor or high level experience in Fee Earning. 2+ years PQE in managing a medical/clinical negligence caseload Confident in litigating matters from start to Finish. Excellent customer care skills. Hard working and able to work from own initiative with minimal supervision. Keen Commercial awareness.
Role and Responsibilities We are an ever-growing law firm with our head office in Blackburn. We have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our Private Client (Wills and Probate) department. The role covers all areas of Private Client, to include Will drafting and advice, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration, both Probate and Intestacy to include Inheritance taxable estates. Essential: 2-4 years established experience in Private Client Ability to manage own case load with minimal supervision in accordance with firm procedures and processes Ability to conduct meetings with clients in a professional manner Ability to assess legal issues, advise and draft documents accordingly Ability to work independently and undertake file admin independently Ability to conduct legal research Ability to assist Head of Department with department growth to include development of long term client relationships and assisting and attending business development activities Desirable: Experience in Trust Administration to include the set up of trust, taxation on trusts and HMRC’s Trust Registration scheme Experience in advising on high net worth matters to include tax mitigation Home visits to see clients may be required so ideally someone who drives and has access to their own vehicle Day to day duties: Attending upon clients to take instructions relating to Private Client matters and advising according to the circumstances Setting up case files Running case files from start to completion Drafting documents to include detailed attendance notes, letters to clients, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorneys, Inheritance Tax paperwork, etc, and ensuring the files comply with the law in this area and the firm procedures. Executing documents with clients Billing files Some networking will be included in the role, as and when required. Key skills and abilities Competent use of Microsoft office and Excel Competent use of a Case Management System, preferably Proclaim Confident telephone manner Able to use initiative and work as a team member To assist and work appropriately and considerately with other fee earners and support staff To attend and participate in any meetings of the department or the firm when required Competence & Development Maintain knowledge and skills in relevant practice area(s) keeping up to date with relevant legislation and case law Ensure continuing competence through identifying and addressing any learning needs To participate in and engage with supervision in respect of your work Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of IT systems with a proactive approach to the introduction of new systems Compliance Act in accordance with the proper professional standards and regulations of the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and all other relevant bodies To follow all policies and procedures contained within the Office Manual To identify and report any risks to the COLP, COFA or Money Laundering Reporting Officer where necessary
We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a legal firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer a hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression. The company has a strong desire to build the practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property and at least some experience in all two areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work part time However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs.
We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a law firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression, which includes a route to partnership. The company has a strong desire to build the law practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property; or (3) immigration - and at least some experience in all three areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus, private health and dental insurance, subsidised gym membership. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work 40 hours a week. However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs. Part-time work and career breaks are sometimes possible, but you'll need to keep up to date with changes to the law. Hybrid work - spending some time working from home and some in the office - could also be possible.
Provide support and oversight to the accounting team Ensure all accounting documentation is correctly stored and highly visible Analyze transaction records to comply with financial policies and procedures Receive and verify billing and requisitions on any and all goods and services Contact clients to capture timely payments Maintain the authenticity and integrity of companys accounting affairs Responsibilities Oversee all outstanding supplier, customer, and third-party vendor obligations Process, send, and store all bank deposits and invoices Prepare and submit tax documentation to the proper legal institutions Remind clients to make timely payments Identify and address discrepancies in all documentation Update all databases and spreadsheets related to accounting
We're looking for friendly & outgoing Waiter/Waitress to join the Front-of-House team. Experience would be an advantage but isn't essential as training will be given. Most important is that you have a positive attitude, are willing to learn some new skills & will turn up on time & ready to work. Salary: £13 per hour Benefits at Boundary: - 30% off total bill when dining at Boundary - Free food when on duty - Cycle to work scheme - Company events - Flexible hours and shift patterns - Training and personal development plans Over 18's only due to legal reasons.
Pachamama Restaurant is proudly delivering an exceptional gastronomic guest experience as a valued part of the Pachamama Group. As an experienced Waiter / Waitress, we're confident in your ability to deliver standout service in our dynamic environment. For the Waiter / Waitress role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience. • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate. • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees - save money on your food bill! • Generous staff discount at all group’s restaurants. • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge. • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork. • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month. • Emergency advance payments available in exceptional circumstances. • Complimentary dinner at one of our venues for your Birthday! Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.