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Private Client | Solicitor or Lawyer | Brighton | Hybrid How would you like to become part of a close-knit, values-driven legal team where quality of work and client care genuinely come first? An opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Lawyer to join an established team in Brighton, working on a varied and technically interesting private client caseload. This role offers the chance to further develop your expertise across wills, trusts, estate planning, LPAs and probate, while demonstrating your ability to handle complex client matters with clarity, empathy and professionalism. You’ll be trusted to manage your own matters, balancing technical rigour with a practical advisory approach. You’ll work alongside experienced lawyers, supporting high‑quality client outcomes and contributing to the ongoing success of the department. Key aspects of the role include: • Advising on wills, trusts, estate planning, LPAs and probate, • Running matters independently while collaborating with the team, • Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients and stakeholders For this Private Client Lawyer role, you will ideally have: • Solid post‑qualification experience in private client work, • Confidence managing your own caseload, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, • A pragmatic, client‑focused approach If you’re looking to progress your career in a role that combines technical challenge with real client impact, get in touch with Chloë or Hayley for more details. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Wills & Trusts | Lawyer or Solicitor | 5+ PQE | Brighton (Hybrid) A well-established and highly regarded private client team is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor with a strong interest in trusts to join them in their Brighton office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to specialise further in trust work for vulnerable and disabled beneficiaries within a supportive and values-led environment. The Opportunity You will be joining a specialist private client practice that offers bespoke estate and trust planning, acting for families with complex personal circumstances and significant assets. The team works closely with financial advisers on investment-led planning and long-term structures and is known for its passionate and collaborative approach to client care. A large proportion of the work involves advising families with vulnerable or disabled children, requiring both technical confidence and a sensitive, practical approach. The firm works closely with well-known charities and organisations, upholding a strong reputation in this space. The successful candidate will be able to step into an existing caseload and support the wider team while also running matters independently and advising clients from the outset. Key aspects of the role include: • Advising on the creation and administering of discretionary trusts and disabled person’s trusts, • Taking on and managing existing trusts, • Meeting with families to put tailored structures in place that meet individual needs, • Advising, where beneficiaries are in receipt of PIP or DLA, on disabled person’s trusts, • Liaising with financial advisers regarding investment and long-term planning, • Providing guidance to charities and third-sector organisations, • Participating in webinars and educational events for families, carers and charities, which generate referrals About you This role would suit an experienced Private Client lawyer with a proven vocational interest in trusts. Someone who is technically confident and motivated by meaningful, client-focused work. For this Wills & Trusts Lawyer job, you will ideally have: • Solid experience in private client and trust work, • A genuine interest in trusts for vulnerable or disabled beneficiaries, • The ability to run matters independently while contributing to a collaborative team, • Strong communication skills and a compassionate, pragmatic approach to clients, • An interest in developing long-term client and referrer relationships Contact Chloë or Hayley at Harvey John for more information about this Wills & Trusts Lawyer job in Brighton. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Commercial Property Paralegal Brighton Full-time | Office based Calling all Budding Property Paralegals and Future Trainees – This is a Special Opportunity at a Boutique Firm Very strong potential to become a future trainee of the practice. A small, high-quality commercially focused practice (think - construction, commercial property, tech and corporate) team with City-trained senior solicitors, with offices in London and Sussex. The practice deals with some interesting work, commercial property, a large proportion with London-based clients - not your run of the mill high street lease renewal on the local "chippy"! It’s a hands-on role in a close-knit team where you’ll be fully involved, build valuable experience for your future career. The pace is fast, the work is varied and interesting covering all manner of issues including commercial property, corporate matters, landlord and tenant, construction, planning and contentious elements too. You will find plenty challenge and build expertise on the job as you progress further with long term development overseen by 1st class experts in their field. Ideally You Are: • LPC completed or on the SQE pathway would be great, but good academics, initiative and genuine interest matter most, • Potential route to qualification for the right person who commits long term (not guaranteed, but genuine a possibility - it's their "ideal") For further details contact Gary at GM Legal Recruitment, or simply apply online today.

Senior Leasehold Enfranchisement Lawyer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Leasehold Enfranchisement Lawyer to join a forward-thinking firm that values expertise, autonomy and career development.

Senior Legal Assistant - Lease Extension & Freehold Enfranchisement Team • Annual Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 (DOE), • Location: Brighton Day-to-day of the role: • Assist with the day-to-day running of lease extension and enfranchisement matters., • Prepare and format documents specific to lease extension and freehold enfranchisement processes., • Conduct audio typing via digital dictation., • Utilize the Land Registry Portal to obtain title documents, file applications, and monitor progress., • Manage client onboarding and assist with collecting key information., • Assist with completions, arrange payments, and draft completion statements., • Manage emails, take client calls, and ensure smooth day-to-day support of fee earners., • Previous experience in a law firm, within property/conveyancing, real estate, or leasehold services., • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work methodically across multiple ongoing matters., • Excellent organisational skills, with confidence managing statutory timelines., • Clear and professional communication skills when liaising with clients and third parties., • A positive, “can do” attitude and the willingness to learn a specialist area of law., • Private medical cash plan., • Life insurance., • Company pension., • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay., • Standard working hours of 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday., • Social activities and sports teams. If you are a proactive and organised individual with a background in property law, looking to advance your career in a specialist area, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position or reach out to Mark Watts at reed, your local legal recruitment specialist.

Dawn Ellmore Employment are working with a leading law firm in Brighton who are seeking a Commercial Paralegal to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.For this role you will need at least 6 months’ experience working as a Paralegal within a commercial department.Additionally, you will n

Experienced Commercial Development Paralegal.Salary: £ (Depending On Experience).Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Legal 500 law firm, where we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services across the Commercial Property and Development sector.Our team is growing rapidly, and we are

Senior Legal Assistant (Conveyancing) Salary: £26k-£28k + great benefit package Location: Brighton Hours: Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to join a well-established and professional law firm in Brighton. This role offers the chance to support a busy legal team, providing essential administrative and legal support while working within a friendly and collaborative environment. This position would suit a highly organised individual with previous experience within a legal environment, ideally within conveyancing or property-related work, who enjoys working in a fast-paced role where attention to detail and client care are key. Responsibilities: • Providing administrative and secretarial support to fee earners within the department., • Audio typing and preparing legal documents using digital dictation., • Managing diaries, arranging meetings and supporting day-to-day departmental organisation., • Opening and maintaining client files and updating internal case management systems., • Supporting client onboarding processes, including AML and compliance checks., • Handling incoming calls, emails and correspondence professionally., • Using the Land Registry Portal to obtain documents and submit applications., • Assisting with completions, arranging payments and preparing invoices., • Managing post, scanning documentation and ensuring files are kept up to date., • Previous experience working within a law firm in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar role., • Experience within conveyancing or property law would be advantageous., • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail., • Confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively., • Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with clients.

Duties: * Drafting commercial contracts, leases, deeds. Dawn Ellmore Employment are working with a leading law firm in Sussex who are seeking a Commercial Paralegal to join their team on a full time, permanent basis. For this role you will need at least 6 months’ experience working as a Par

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers who have expertise in residential or commercial property in the private and/or public sectors with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Referral of larger and established clients, • Immediate access to our accreditations and lender panels, • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS If you have less than 4 years experience you may be able to join us as a fee earning consultant, contact us for more details.

Residential Property Lawyer - High-Quality Caseload | Career Progression | Supportive Firm.

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Our client is a respected public sector organisation with a strong commitment to safeguarding, supporting and empowering vulnerable children and families.Known for its collaborative culture and its dedication to delivering high-quality legal services, the organisation plays a crucial role in ensurin

A leading legal firm in Brighton is seeking a skilled development-focused solicitor with 4+ years PQE to join their Commercial Property team.

Wills and Trusts Lawyer (5yr+ PQE) – Renaissance Legal. Renaissance Legal is innovative and exciting to work for – you’ll be expected to match the energy and enthusiasm of the team as well as their genuine commitment to making a difference to the lives of their clients. For a full job descript

CILEX, Legal Exec, or Paralegal qualification/relevant experience) at least 3 years working experience and able to work autonomously. We welcome applications from paralegals with 3+ years of experience who either mid‑level, or are eager to grow in a mid‑level role and contribute to a collaborati

Court of Protection Lawyer (5yr+ PQE) – Renaissance Legal. Renaissance Legal is an innovative, purpose‑driven firm with a genuine commitment to improving clients’ lives. For a full job description, contact the Practice Manager, Laura Hull at: laurah@renaissancelegal.