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An established legal practice is recruiting a Conveyancing Assistant to support its property department. Ideally 6-12 months' experience in a conveyancing support role or legal environment.

You will undertake your own advocacy, representing clients in court and other legal proceedings and make independent decisions while managing your workload.

About the Job Private Client Solicitor - Up to £45,000 salary This top-tier Legal 500 law firm offers high-quality legal advice to high-net-worth individuals, family trusts and business owners. Due to the development and national expansion of the firm’s Private Client department, it is now seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and commercially focused Newly Qualified Solicitor to assist a Senior Solicitor within their highly reputable team. The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload of complex wills, taxable estates, including asset protection, inheritance tax planning and trust administration among other private client matters. The Candidate • Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor, • Ambitious individual with intention to progress with STEP or ACTAPS, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong commercial acumen, • Experience gained in a high street or regional firm The Benefits & How to Apply • Up to £45,000 depending on experience, • 26 days annual leave increasing with service, option to buy/sell, • Enhanced Pension, • Private healthcare, • Income protection scheme, • Enhanced sickness, maternity/paternity and adoption pay Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact: David Webb, Recruitment Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07376 047 791 Email:

FAMILY SOLICITOR, 5+ YEARS PQE, CHESTER, TO C£70,000 + HYBRID WORKING – Successful, Legal 500 firm offering great opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor to take on a key role in the team. JOB REF:2485 A well-established, full-service law firm with a strong regional reputation is expanding and seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to play a key role in developing its Chester presence. With deep roots in the North West and a client-focused, modern approach, the firm is known for professional integrity, high standards of service, and excellent results across private client work. This is a rare opportunity to shape and grow a Family Law offering within a respected, forward-thinking practice. The Role You will be instrumental in developing the Family Law department in Chester, working alongside a highly regarded regional team. The role suits someone who combines strong technical ability, a commercial approach and a genuine commitment to outstanding client care. Key Responsibilities • Managing a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedies, children matters and cohabitation disputes, • Playing a strategic role in the growth of the Chester office, • Building strong, trusted client relationships, • Supporting and mentoring junior team members, • Contributing to business development and networking activity About You • Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE in private family law, • Strong technical expertise across all areas of family work, • Excellent communication and client-handling skills, • Empathetic, proactive and commercially minded, • Strong connections across the Cheshire market, • Experience supervising or mentoring others is advantageous The Package • Competitive salary, bonus scheme and benefits, • Genuine opportunity to be part of a growing department 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 guide. 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 operate.

Job Title: HR Operations Specialist – Workday Location: Chester, UK – 2-3 days onsite Salary: negotiable depending on experience Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Are you detail‑driven, process‑minded, and confident working with HR data? I’m currently supporting a global leader in the life sciences sector that is looking to bring an HR Data Specialist into their EMEA HR Capability Centre. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys HR operations, Workday, and ensuring data accuracy across multiple markets. You’ll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation where HR excellence, employee experience, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. The Role As the HR Data Specialist, you’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate employee data within Workday, with a strong focus on time, absence, and leave-of-absence processes. You’ll support employees across EMEA by managing transactions, ensuring compliance, troubleshooting issues, and partnering with HR Advisors, Rewards Specialists, and managers. This role would suit someone who is highly organised, comfortable with data, and enjoys working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities • Managing and maintaining all time off, time tracking, and leave of absence transactions in Workday, including approvals and backdated changes., • Ensuring employee records meet legal, regulatory, and payroll deadlines., • Acting as a point of contact for employees going on leave, helping support a smooth transition and relaying information to managers when appropriate., • Following up with managers for return‑to‑work actions across multiple EMEA countries., • Running Workday reports and updating data to resolve discrepancies., • Identifying process or system issues and escalating as needed., • Providing feedback to Rewards Specialists on potential enhancements to leave and time policies., • Issuing pre‑approved employment letters when needed., • Handling employee medical information with complete confidentiality., • Suggesting process improvements and updating documentation and process maps., • Supporting ad‑hoc projects and contributing to ongoing operational excellence., • Sharing market insights that help keep internal HR knowledge platforms up to date. Skills/Experience • Experience in time and absence processes within HR operations., • Strong communication skills with a professional, customer‑focused approach., • Comfortable working in a fast‑moving, changing environment., • High attention to detail and accuracy., • Strong MS Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables., • Quick learner with the ability to pick up new systems and processes., • Workday experience (or other HRIS/HCM systems)., • A strong team player with collaborative working style., • Language skills: English is essential. Fluency in German, Spanish, or French is highly desirable. We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Planet Pharma is an Employment Business providing Global Staffing services.

Role: Legal Counsel - Corporate / M&A Location: Cheshire (hybrid working) Employment Type: Interim for 12-14 months. We are pleased to be partnered with a leading environmental consultancy group to find an experienced corporate solicitor to join their in-house legal team as a Legal Counsel on an interim basis. Based in the North West, our client is a rapidly growing group who hold a prominent, worldwide position in sustainable solutions. They have an extensive network of enterprises, both in the UK and internationally, who collaborate within the group to provide environmental, engineering and technical services. Reporting into the General Counsel, you’ll play an important role in providing expert legal counsel, guidance, and support on various corporate projects, with a focus on M&A activity. The organisation has ambitions growth plans and, as such, are looking for an experienced and professional solicitor who can represent the business through a period of planned cover. You can expect to get involved in: • Offer expert legal advice and support to stakeholders, both internal and external, on corporate-related matters. This will include both UK and international work., • Oversee M&A processes to facilitate the company’s growth plans, often working collaboratively with the General Counsel and M&A team., • Conduct thorough legal due diligence and risk assessments to identify strategic expansion opportunities., • Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive forward successful outcomes. This will include instructing external counsel appropriately. The ideal candidate will have: • Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5 years PQE in corporate law, preferable gained within a reputable law firm and/ or in-house legal department., • In-depth knowledge of managing high-quality M&A work., • Ability to operate in a fast-paced commercial environment, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility., • Adept at developing commercial solutions to complex legal issues., • Excellent influencing, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, with an ability to adapt communication style to a variety of stakeholders across the Group. You’ll be joining a team of talented legal professionals, who work cohesively to support an innovative company within a purposeful and growing sector. The team are based in / around the North West, and aim to come together in the office a couple of times a week. If you would like to know more about this unique interim in-house opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at . LHH Recruitment Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. To note, the PQE indicated in this advertisement is intended as a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

Industrial Disease Lawyer / 3+ PQE / Cheshire / £45,000 DOE / An established legal practice is seeking an experienced Industrial Disease Lawyer to join its specialist team, offering a competitive package and excellent benefits – To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 2751. JOB TITLE:

Paralegal – Private Client. You will provide full paralegal support within the Private Client department, handling a varied and rewarding caseload. The role will involve regular client contact and responsibility for managing matters from opening through to completion.

A legal recruitment agency is looking for a Paralegal to join a Private Client team in Ellesmere Port. Candidates should have at least a year of paralegal experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and be comfortable using LEAP or similar systems.

Project Manager North West Permanent Competitive Car/Car allowance Flexible Benefits Summary Freedoms Networks team have a vacancy for an experienced Project Manager.The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.The main purpose of this role is to manage multiple projects from start to finish whilst delivering our clients goals for ED2.The role reports to the Operations Manager and will cover the planning and delivery of multiple Jointing and LV/HV Cable projects within our ongoing Substation Electrical and Secondary Asset Replacement frameworks with SP Energy Networks Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Develop and maintain excellent client relationships.Manage and deliver a number of ongoing projects Ensure that safety is at the forefront of everything we do Support and develop management teams to success Ensure Client satisfaction and contract KPIs are met/exceeded.SHEQ and Safety rule compliance- Zero Harm.People management, Retention and development Ensure that financial planning and Forecasting is accurate Develop growth plans based on ED2 Ensure that all teams are working inline with our core values What we’re looking for: Minimum of 5yrs Experience within the Electrical sector of the Utility Industry Minimum of 5yrs Experience in a management role Experience with primary substation projects for SPEN or other DNO’s ONC or equivalent Qualification in Electrical Engineering- Desirable DNO relationship management experience Extensive understanding of DNO requirements and specifications NEBOSH/SMSTS Level Safety accreditation Full Driving Licence First Aid & Manual Handling- Desirable DNO Authorisations – Desirable Benefits: Were always evolving our benefits to ensure were attracting and retaining great people.Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.Personal development programme Next Steps As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice.If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK.Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. xjlbheb You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.LI-RC1 Freedom LI-hybrid

Job Description Job Title: Conveyancing AssistantLocation: Ellesmere Port (Potential hybrid after a period of time)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceThe Role An established legal practice is recruiting a Conveyancing Assistant to support its property department. Why Join This is a great o

Residential Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal. Residential Conveyancing Assistant or Paralegal. If you are an experienced Conveyancing Assistant or Paralegal looking for a stable, office-based role with excellent benefits and progression potential, we would be pleased to hear from you.

A leading legal recruitment company is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal for their Ellesmere Port office.

Do you have at least 5 years of hands?on maintenance or installation experience, backed by a technical apprenticeship and strong mechanical/electrical competency? Are you experienced in maintaining or fault?finding on large?scale industrial plant — including refrigeration, electrical systems, or building management systems? The Opportunity re you looking for a role where your engineering expertise genuinely shapes the safety, efficiency, and performance of a major operational site? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well?established organisation undergoing ongoing development and investment across its office and depot facilities. You’ll play a key role in maintaining site infrastructure, overseeing large?scale industrial plant, and ensuring legal compliance across a broad range of mechanical, electrical, and building services functions. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast?paced environment, enjoys variety, and values the opportunity to work with modern systems, strong team support, and excellent onsite benefits. If you’re a proactive engineer with strong mechanical/electrical capabilities and an appetite to keep learning, this is a standout chance to grow your career in a highly supportive setting. Your duties and responsibilities will be: Maintain the office, depot, and associated facilities to the highest possible standards. Deliver both planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and building services. Monitor and maintain large industrial ammonia refrigeration plant to ensure optimum performance and uptime. Maintain documentation to support full legal compliance. Use the CMMS to ensure all scheduled maintenance tasks are completed. Carry out mandatory checks including: emergency lighting, legionella controls, refrigeration plant, dock levellers, access equipment/MHE, and more. Maintain and oversee building management systems, with particular focus on Trend. Manage stock levels to support safe and efficient operations. Install new plant, equipment, and associated systems. Continuously assess plant performance to maximise energy efficiency and operational reliability. Support internal moves, office furniture relocation, and configuration of meeting/training rooms (including AV equipment). Conduct planned and reactive plumbing and drainage work. Inspect and repair pallet racking. Undertake R&D for ongoing projects to support best practice. Perform electrical testing, troubleshooting, and fault finding. Support facilities management with contractual compliance and budget control. You will have the following qualifications & experience: A completed trade apprenticeship with a minimum of 5 years' industry experience (maintenance or installation). Strong mechanical and electrical skills, ideally electrically biased. Proven fault?finding ability. Understanding of relevant Health & Safety legislation including Legionella control, Electricity at Work, and general H&S best practice. Strong decision?making ability on preventative and remedial maintenance. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Logical thinker with strong problem?solving ability. Ability to work both independently and within a team. Comfortable working at height. GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science. ONC or C&G Mechanical/Electrical Engineering qualification. Full clean driving licence. It’s great if you also have the following C&G 2079 F-Gas certification. Understanding of BS EN 378:2008. BS 7671 (18th Edition) qualification. Initial & Periodic Electrical Inspection & Testing (2391) or equivalent. C&G 2377?77 (PAT Testing). Counterbalance FLT Licence. IPAF 3a/3b. PASMA certification. The setting for the role You’ll be based at a large, multi?functional office and depot location that operates at a fast pace and relies heavily on well?maintained plant and infrastructure. The environment is friendly, collaborative, and results?driven, with access to excellent onsite facilities including free parking, subsidised dining options, gym discounts, strong employee benefits, and opportunities for ongoing technical training and career development. Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well established legal services firm with the recruitment of an experienced Legal Cashier. This role would suit a confident xwzovoh Legal Cashier who enjoys working in a busy, professional environment and is c.

Key responsibilities include: • Providing clear, practical, and commercial legal advice to clients • Managing a substantial and varied caseload efficiently and cost-effectively, with supervision appropriate to experience • Drafting complex legal documents with minimal supervision, usi

Work across both private paying and legal aid matters. With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings and recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023, 2024 and 2025. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff and offices nati

Requesting and drafting legal documents that include: contracts, completion statements, property searches and Land Registry applications.

The firm is a multi-office practice offering a full range of legal services to individuals and businesses locally and beyond.

Key Responsibilities Support the management of void properties, assisting with inspections, work orders, and progress tracking Provide administrative support on legal disrepair cases, including logging cases, maintaining records, and monitoring timescales Liaise with contractors, surveyors, legal

Law Staff has been instructed by this well known Essex Law Firm who are a well known Employer of Choice to search for a talented Litigation Lawyer.They offer in return flexible hybrid working, medical insurance plus more and a clear and structured career path to ensure as a Litigation Lawyer you rea

SKILLS REQUIRED: • Applications are sought from Residential Conveyancing Solicitors or Legal Executives with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE • You should be able to demonstrate the ability to manage a conveyancing transaction from start to finish, under supervision and a natural flair for

As the point of contact for the Firm as a Legal Practice Compliance Officer for all matters relating to Legal Practice (COLP), your insights will be invaluable in shaping the firm's strategic approach to Practice Management & Compliance. Enhance Your Career as a Legal Practice Compliance Officer

Residential Conveyancing Locum – Hertfordshire ASAP Start | Long-Term Opportunity | Hybrid / Fully Remote After Week One A well-established Hertfordshire-based firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Locum to support the department following a prolonged absence.The caseload h

Legal Secretary Exceptional Opportunity within a Leading Regional Law Practice. A long-established and highly regarded law firm near St Leonards and Hastings is seeking askilled Legal Secretaryto join its specialist team supporting a growing portfolio ofagricultural and rural clients. This is an exc

Our Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners-ranked private practice client is seeking a driven and experienced Private Client Head of Department to lead and further develop its expanding Wills and Probate team.

Provide commercial and corporate legal advice on complex matters.

The role is fully office based and will suit someone confident operating with minimal supervision in a legal accounts environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed legal accounts professional seeking a stable, long-term role within a supportive firm.

We are working with a market leading engineering and infrastructure group seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their in house legal function. This role supports a multi brand business operating across utilities, water and engineered solutions, providing practical commercial legal advice in a

Are you looking for your next Legal Assistant job in the Filey area? Would you like to work for a highly respected and forward-thinking law firm who have a strong presence in the Filey legal market? This is more than a just a Legal Assistant role, its a fantastic opportunity to work in a profession

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well established legal services firm with the recruitment of an experienced Legal Cashier. This role would suit a confident Legal Cashier who enjoys working in a busy, professional environment and is c.

We are working with a market leading engineering and infrastructure group seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their in house legal function. This role supports a multi brand business operating across utilities, water and engineered solutions, providing practical commercial legal advice in a

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well established legal services firm with the recruitment of an experienced Legal Cashier. This role would suit a confident xwzovoh Legal Cashier who enjoys working in a busy, professional environment and is c.

Job Description Industrial Disease Lawyer / 3+ PQE / Cheshire / £45,000 DOE / An established legal practice is seeking an experienced Industrial Disease Lawyer to join its specialist team, offering a competitive package and excellent benefits – To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 2

Our client are looking for a Junior Accounts Assistant / Legal Cashier to join their team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and proactiveSenior Legal Secretary / Executive Assistant to join a leading national professional services firm, supporting senior professionals within a fast-paced Corporate and Commercial team. You must have previous experience as an Execut

A leading legal practice in Greater London seeks an experienced administrative assistant to support fee earners. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, confidentiality, and have experience within a legal or professional services environment.

Private Equity Associate (4-6 PQE) : We are working with an top international law firm on a position within their highly regarded Private Equity team in the London office.This is a rare opportunity to join a practice consistently ranked as the market leader for high-end private equity transactions,

A leading legal firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Residential Property Solicitor or Fee Earner. The role involves managing your own caseload of residential property transactions, providing high-quality legal advice to clients. Responsibilities include advising on purchases and sales,

A legal services recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Residential Property Fee-earner to advance their conveyancing career with potential partnership. Responsibilities include managing residential transactions, providing legal advice, and drafting contracts.

A law firm in London seeks a Legal Administrator for their Real Estate department.

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Lawyer to join a high-performing team working on significant construction projects. Join this innovative team and push boundaries in the construction legal landscape.

A leading legal recruitment firm in the UK seeks an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor with 3+ PQE to join their dynamic litigation team in Bedfordshire.

A leading recruitment consultancy in London is seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join their Legal Division. You'll support law firms and in-house teams while developing strong networks in the legal market.

A leading legal recruitment consultancy is looking for a Legal Cashier to support their finance team. Ideal candidates will have multiple years’ experience in legal cashiering, strong knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules, and experience with legal accounting systems.

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well established legal services firm with the recruitment of an experienced Legal Cashier. Proven experience in a Legal Cashier role within a legal or professional services environment. This role would suit a confident Legal Cashier who enjoys working in a busy, prof

You must be a Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 3 years+ PQE in civil litigation, property litigation and/or commercial litigation (no upper limit on experience).

A law firm in London is looking for a Document Production Specialist to join their team.This permanent role involves creating and updating the firm's precedent base while ensuring adherence to house style.The successful candidate will also provide document-related support and develop training materi