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A healthcare regulator is recruiting a Principal Advisory Lawyer to join their general counsel team. This is a brand-new role and will oversee a team of three direct reports. \n\n The Principal Advisory Lawyer will play a leadership role within the council and will provide strategic, risk-based legal advice across a wide range of complex and high profile regulatory, wider public and commercial law matters. \n\n To be considered you will be a qualified and practising Solicitor, or Barrister of ILEX qualified, with significant post qualification experience of advising on public and regulatory law issues, ideally within a statutory, regulatory or similar framework. Demonstrable experience of managing and developing other, including as a line manager is also highly desired for this role. \n\n This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to work for a value led organisation which prioritises staff wellbeing and development. You will receive a salary of £74,400-£87,883 depending on experience and will be expected to attend the office 2 days a week. \n\n \n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

\n\n \n\n Paralegal - Training Contract Confirmed \n\n At Ryder Reid Legal, we work closely with various law firms across the US, UK, and internationally, facilitating the staffing of Paralegal and e-discovery roles. \n\n As such, we are actively seeking Paralegals with Training Contracts confirmed for 2026/2027. Our projects often come in at very short notice, so we usually require immediate availability from candidates. \n\n Flexibility is crucial, as long hours may be required to meet stringent deadlines. Project durations vary, ranging from short-term engagements spanning a few weeks to more extensive commitments lasting months. \n\n Candidates must be available within 1 week/available immediately. \n\n Details and benefits: \n\n\n\t • Flexible assignments that fit your schedule\n\t, • Opportunities to work with top-tier law firms\n\t, • Holiday pay (accrued by the hour)\n\t, • Gain valuable experience and expand your professional network\n\t

We’re instructed on an in-house opportunity for a derivatives lawyer to join the treasury legal team of a large UK financial services company. This is the final hire into a newly formed team following a major restructure and offers growth and real ownership in the derivatives space as part of a broader role in a stable and growing business. \n\n \n\n The role will involve advising on derivatives as well as wider wholesale funding work. You will be working on ISDA and collateral documentation and customer-facing hedging. The role will include broader treasury work including covered bonds, EMTN / US MTN, RMBS and Repo. You will enjoy close, day-to-day interaction with the treasury and finance business teams. \n\n \n\n To be successful in this role you must be England & Wales or equivalent qualified from a top tier UK law firm. You should have a strong derivatives background, although securitisation or wholesale funding experience would also be of interest. Any in-house experience, such as from an investment bank legal team, would be beneficial and you should be commercially minded, confident and have good motivation for working in-house. \n\n \n\n You will be offered a high-quality, steady flow of work, hybrid working and a strong and supportive culture in a purpose-led organisation. \n\n \n\n Ref: 3500904 \n\n

We’re working exclusively with a high-growth, FCA-regulated financial services business looking to hire a senior regulatory lawyer into a pivotal role within their expanding legal team. \n\n This is a standout opportunity for an experienced FS regulatory specialist who wants real influence in a scaling, product-driven environment. \n\n The role: \n\n\n\t • Lead on complex UK FCA regulatory matters\n\t, • Advise on new product launches and strategic initiatives\n\t, • Partner closely with senior stakeholders across legal, compliance and product\n\t, • Significant PQE with deep UK financial services regulatory experience\n\t, • Background in retail banking, wealth management, platforms, deposit aggregation or similar\n\t

Directories-listed Private Client team in London seeks a Private Client (Wills Tax Trusts) lawyer 4 or more years’ PQE who can demonstrate a breadth of experience and a keen desire to develop their knowledge and practice. The successful candidate can expect to undertake a range of private client work in a supportive collegiate team that is widely recognised for its expertise in this area. The client base is varied but they exclusively act for high-net worth individuals and their families who are UK-based as well as advising international clients. Your skills and experience will enable you to perform a range of duties in the Private Client team which include: • Dealing with taxable estates • Drafting of Wills • Advise on inheritance tax • Drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney • Advise on trusts • Prepare Court of Protection applications in relation to Property and Financial Affairs • Managing Deputy Files. \n\n You will alos regularly work with other teams including Trusts & Estates Disputes, Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Property and Family.

Commercial law firm in London is seeking to recruit an Employment lawyer of 1 or more years’ PQE. This firm has an established and ambitious Employment practice with great opportunities for highly motivated team lawyers. The team works primarily in the financial services, partnership and technology sectors. Matters which the successful candidate can expect to be involved in, include: • assisting with day to day HR law advice to clients (predominantly in the financial services, professional services and tech/fintech sectors) • advising predominantly employers but also senior executives and partners on dismissals, disciplinary processes, grievances and other tricky workplace issues • supporting clients to manage investigations involving business critical issues and working with partners in the capacity as investigator • working as part of a team on complex, high value litigation • drafting and advising on employee contracts, handbooks, consultancy agreements and other employee related documentation • and developing an understanding of wider legal issues relating to employment, for example partnership, data protection and SMCR and SRA regulatory matters • advising on TUPE and other employee related matters associated with business restructures, sales and purchases. \n\n Applicants will currently specialise in Employment law.

Commercial law firm in London is looking to recruit a Pensions lawyer of 2 or more years’ PQE. The teams’ clients include pension fund trustees, financial institutions, blue chip companies, plc’s, multi-nationals and, more unusually, those responsible for managing local government pension funds. They advise in relation to ongoing pensions schemes and those entering their end game (typically buy-ins/outs for DB schemes and bulk transfer for DC schemes) and increasingly in relation to master trusts and other new pension arrangements. \n\n The successful candidate will be working with well-respected Partners and will be part of a friendly team that encourages skills development and growth both professionally and personally via exposure to a broad range of high-quality work and extensive opportunities for client contact. The work combines a rewarding mix of technical, financial and commercial skills, along with the opportunity to make a difference in members' lives. Team members are provided with a wide variety of training opportunities (internal and external) and fully supported in their professional development with active supervision and significant levels of client contact. We are looking for an enthusiastic lawyer looking to take the next step in their career in Pensions law. Ideally, you will be technically strong and have demonstrable Pensions experience, preferably including legal aspects of pensions investments and governance and/or buy-in/buy-outs. You will be driven and motivated, with a commitment to achieving client success and satisfaction.

Are you a skilled Derivatives Lawyer looking to move in-house to a bank where you can make a significant impact? Our client is seeking an experienced professional to join the Treasury Legal Team to focus on securities and derivatives. This role involves routine derivatives work, with a particular emphasis on hedging, standalone derivatives, and supporting the lending team in areas such as real estate finance and project finance. The position offers the chance to support the corporate bank and risk solutions with proprietary trading work and loan-linked hedging. \n \nThe ideal candidate will have experience in derivatives and securities lending but could also come from a general banking or securitisation background with an interest in derivatives. Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents is essential. UK experience is required, and unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available. The role is best suited to a junior candidate with an appreciation of a high volume of work from either a law firm or in-house. A proactive professional attitude is highly desirable. \n\n

Unique opportunity for an ambitious lawyer with a passion and interest in investment property work. A genuine role where you can advance your career. This full-service and highly rated law firm has a strong and fast growing Real Estate offering, including in development and occupier work. The firm has identified a strategic opportunity to appoint a property investment specialist to become the focal point to lead and help grow the firm's property investment offering to clients. These have, to date, typically been Family Offices with multiple office and retail investment portfolios. If you work in a well respected property team at a London based law firm and now looking to take on a role with more responsibility and land yourself a junior partnership, this role could be for you. This is a very collegiate and supportive firm where you will be valued. There is a lot to like here. Recent hires are testament to that.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at this commercial law firm in London which is seeking to recruit an Employee Incentives lawyer of 0 to 2 years’ PQE. The team advises businesses across all sectors, including entertainment, life-sciences, technology, fashion, energy and private equity. Clients include quoted businesses of all sizes, whether headquartered in the UK or abroad, including FTSE listed companies, global private and family-owned businesses, high growth entrepreneurial businesses, private equity backed companies and employee-owned businesses. They provide wide-ranging tax and legal advice support to companies, including: designing, drafting and implementing a full suite of statutory and bespoke equity incentives and cash-based bonus plans for employees, NEDs and consultants. They support employers in relation to de-risking and optimising remuneration arrangements and supporting evolution of reward planning as a business scales in size and as it expands globally. They also provide employer support through the hire to retire/fire lifecycle, including aligning award terms with applicable governance requirements and crafting on-boarding offers and termination packages. The team is also often instructed by individual executives, sometimes in high profile and contentious matters and they team will support and advise in relation to the equity incentives elements of the compensation arrangements, frequently adding value by helping to negotiate more favourable outcomes for our clients. \n\n The successful candidate will enjoy a high level of responsibility from the outset and carry and manage a diverse and busy caseload. Successful candidates will need to be able to inspire the trust and confidence of clients and senior colleagues, with a real focus on building long lasting relationships. Candidates will be creative legal thinkers who are able to approach matters both from a legal as well as a commercial perspective. Candidates should also possess a willingness to become involved in business development activities on behalf of the team, both internally and externally. a fantastic and varied career for themselves as part of our supportive and forward-thinking team. If you are already qualified, you will have had at least some Employee Incentives experience. If you are newly-qualified, you will have undertaken a seat in Employee Incentives and/or Corporate Tax.

An Employment Lawyer is required by a Global Law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Europe. Our client represent employers of all industries and sizes, from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies including Facebook, Coco-Cola, American Airlines and Boeing. They have a fantastic culture and ethos with realistic targets (1400 chargeable hours) \n\n \n\n They now wish to attract a Lawyer with 5 years + PQE to work closely with the Partners. The successful candidate can come from either a regional law firm looking for a move into London, an international lawyer who is relocating or a London Lawyer looking for a new challenge. \n\n \n\n This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved with multi-national business’s employing people in multiple jurisdictions, covering all aspects of contentious and non-contentious employment law including in particular: \n\n \n\n\n\t • Executive hiring and firing\n\t, • RIFs and restructuring\n\t, • acquisition, due diligence and harmonisation\n\t, • investigations and litigation\n\t, • union and industrial action issues\n

Well-regarded Tax team in London is looking to recruit a Corporate Tax lawyer of 2 or more years’ PQE. The team handles complex, often cross-border matters and advises on M&A, private equity structuring, IP and real estate transactions across sectors including technology, life sciences, and private capital. Clients include some of the most innovative and high-growth businesses in the UK and beyond. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of technically challenging and high-quality Corporate Tax matters, including M&A, private equity structuring and transactions, corporate and IP/IT structuring (including cross-border planning and inward investment to the UK), funds work, financing and refinancing transactions and domestic and international tax advisory work, real estate transactions and structuring (from both a direct and indirect tax perspective). \n\n You’ll be part of a team that is well integrated across the firm, regularly collaborating with colleagues in corporate, finance, IP, and real estate. The position would suit someone with a solid foundation in UK corporate tax who is looking to deepen their expertise and take on more responsibility in a supportive and intellectually engaging environment. You’ll have access to structured development opportunities, regular training, and the chance to contribute to business development and knowledge-sharing initiatives. The firm supports flexible working and offers a culture that values collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. You will be an England & Wales qualified Solicitor.

Principal Lawyer (Litigation) \n\n \n\n Our client, a vibrant, ambitious and diverse London borough has recently undergone significant transformation and modernisation. They are seeking a Principal Lawyer (Litigation) to support this growth and to lead their Litigation team and act as the Council’s foremost expert in civil and criminal litigation, housing law, regulatory matters, employment, governance and related areas. This is a full-time permanent role. 36 hours per week. \n\n This is a senior leadership role, critical to protecting the Council’s legal, financial and reputational position while ensuring robust, effective and forward‑thinking legal support to Members, senior officers and services across the organisation. \n\n \n\n About the role \n\n \n\n As Principal Lawyer (Litigation), you will lead a specialist team covering civil litigation, criminal litigation, employment and regulatory law. You will oversee high‑risk, high‑value and complex legal matters, provide authoritative strategic advice, and represent the Council at the highest levels. \n\n \n\n You will: \n\n\n\t • Serve as the Council’s lead expert across civil and criminal litigation, employment, regulatory, housing, governance and related fields\n\t, • Provide strategic legal advice to Members and senior officers on complex and sensitive matters\n\t, • Lead and manage the Council’s litigation caseload, including appeals, enforcement actions and major project work\n\t, • Provide advocacy before tribunals, public inquiries and courts (Magistrates’, Crown, County and High Courts)\n\t, • Lead negotiations, settlements, drafting of legal documentation and consent orders\n\t, • Oversee a specialist team of lawyers and legal assistants, providing leadership, supervision, training and development\n\t, • Develop and maintain policies, procedures, precedents and protocols to ensure best practice and compliance\n\t, • Produce reports for Cabinet, Committees and Scrutiny, and deliver training to Members and officers\n\t, • Monitor changes in law, case law and practice and communicate their impact to stakeholders\n\t, • Work with external Counsel, external firms, partner agencies and government bodies\n\t, • Play a key role in financial management of the service, including income generation and risk mitigation\n\t, • Contribute to corporate governance, strategic planning and organisational improvement\n\n\n \n\n This is a fast‑paced and influential role requiring leadership, confidence and deep specialist expertise. \n\n \n\n About you \n\n \n\n You will be an authoritative, skilled and collaborative legal leader with a strong track record in litigation and public sector practice. Previous management experience is required. \n\n \n\n You will have: \n\n\n\t • A qualification as Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX, authorised to conduct legal work. Minimum 5+ PQE. \n\t, • Extensive experience in civil and/or criminal litigation, housing and regulatory law\n\t, • Advocacy experience across courts and tribunals\n\t, • Strong knowledge of local government law, governance, decision‑making and probity\n\t, • Experience advising at senior strategic level within a public sector or similar organisation\n\t, • Proven ability to supervise, develop and lead a specialist legal team\n\t, • Exceptional analytical, drafting and problem‑solving skills\n\t, • Ability to manage complex, high‑risk matters requiring extensive research and judgement\n\t, • Strong partnership‑building and communication skills at Member, officer and inter‑agency levels\n\t, • A commitment to high professional standards, service improvement and equality, diversity and inclusion\n\n\n \n\n The council offers: \n\n\n\t • A high‑profile leadership role with strategic influence\n\t, • Varied, complex and intellectually stimulating caseloads\n\t, • Hybrid working arrangements (2 days per week in the office)\n\t, • Opportunities to shape policy, governance and service delivery\n\t, • Dedicated CPD, leadership development and training\n\t, • A collaborative and inclusive culture\n\n\n \n\n Apply now \n\n \n\n If you are an experienced legal leader ready to take on a senior strategic role with real impact on the borough’s future, we would be delighted to hear from you. \n\n Please send an updated CV to \n\n Working through LAW Absolute \n\n As the first recruitment agency to specialise only in placing interim lawyers, LAW Absolute has a long history in supporting lawyers who want to work flexibly and in control of their career. \n\n We are able to offer our contractors a range of challenging opportunities across private practice, corporates, financial services and within the not-for-profit sector. With over 20 years of placing contract lawyers in these markets, we have built excellent networks and many of the lawyers that we work with are contract lawyers that we have successfully placed on multiple assignments, allowing them to work with autonomy and build their career in the way they choose to. For our clients, we have worked closely with legal teams to help them plan and manage delivery of their services in a more efficient way in terms of resources, costs and timescales. \n\n To find out more about how LAW Absolute can assist you, or your team, through flexible working, please contact us or visit \n\n \n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Residential Lawyer to join a well-known UK firm in its highly regarded Residential practice. The team advises ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and companies looking to invest in high-end property in prime locations across the UK. \n\n They act for a large number of private banks, providing lending secured against residential property, including advising on structure as well as undertaking property due diligence. \n\n Experience required: \n\n\n\t • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales\n\t, • 4-5years’ PQE within a leading Residential practice.\n\t, • Residential experience, including dealing with sales and purchase transactions, mortgages on house, flats and off plan new builds;\n\t, • Ability to provide clear, practical advice\n\t, • Excellent communication skills\n\t, • Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree\n\t \n\n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

\n\n \n\n Temporary Litigation Paralegal \n\n \n\n Are you a skilled litigation paralegal, or a future trainee seeking temporary legal experience with top-tier UK and international law firms in London? \n\n \n\n At Ryder Reid Legal, we specialise in placing talented candidates into temporary and interim paralegal roles, ideal for those looking to build experience ahead of a training contract or SQE qualification. \n\n \n\n Why Register with Ryder Reid Legal? \n\n \n\n Exclusive Interim Roles: Access short-term opportunities not advertised elsewhere.Tailored Support: Receive personalised job alerts, CV guidance, interview prep, and market insights from our expert team.Flexible Experience: Gain exposure to high-quality legal work while keeping future plans on track.What We're Looking For \n\n \n\n Law degree or GDL equivalentAvailable immediately as projects start at very short noticePrevious paralegal experience is a plus, but not always essentialStrong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills \n\n \n\n If you're looking to gain valuable legal experience before starting your TC or next career step, apply below and we'll keep you updated with the latest interim paralegal opportunities. \n

Are you ready to take on your next career challenge? \n\n LAW Absolute is recruiting on an exclusive basis to a permanent Property Lawyer position with a local authority based in East London. \n\n This is an excellent opportunity for you to achieve a genuine work /life balance whilst doing challenging and interesting work. \n\n In your role as a Property Lawyer at the council, you will have the benefit of working within a team where there is excellent business admin and legal assistant support and collaboration. \n\n You will have the advantage of part of a small team of experienced lawyers who work collaboratively to share knowledge and information, in which everyone pulls together to help each other. \n\n You will be part of a dynamic working environment where diversity in all respects is genuinely valued and promoted, so that you are constantly learning and inspired by colleagues from various professional backgrounds and lived experiences. \n\n About the council \n\n The council is s an ambitious, collegiate, and forward-thinking council and one that has gone through a period of modernisation and transformation. This is the perfect time to join a council ready to make a real difference and are moving in the right direction by putting resources where they are needed. \n\n The council offices are located close to superb transport links, a plethora of shops and restaurants and nice offices. \n\n The team are collaborative, supportive, and friendly. You will benefit from working alongside experienced colleagues who are generous with sharing their knowledge. \n\n The council operate a hybrid working policy. Full- time staff work 2 days in the office and 3 days from home. \n\n The role offers a salary of £52,194- £55,323 per annum. \n\n If you are interested in working for an organisation that places huge value on equality and diversity, prides itself on delivering an excellent quality service, and you are looking for a chance to play a part in this interesting area of law and period of modernisation then this could be the right role for you. \n\n About the position \n\n The successful Property Lawyer will have a varied caseload to include but not limited to: \n\n • Joint ventures,\n\t, • Title reports/ title checks\n\n\n

Government Planning Lawyer Locum Contract - Full Time 6 months+ Rate - £31 per hour PAYE + £4 per hour holiday pay Annual equivalent of £61,200 London, Hybrid-Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Qualified (Solicitor or Barrister/Equivalent) Planning Lawyer to join a Central Government Organisation. My client is looking for a passionate individual who has extensive knowledge and experience of Planning Law. The role involves advising and supporting in exercising functions with a focus on Planning law, Environmental and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities of the Planning Lawyer: • As a Planning Lawyer, you will be responsible for planning policies, safety policies, integration and regeneration., • The work ranges from legal support on planning consent applications for large energy infrastructure projects and overhead powerlines to working with Government Departments on planning reforms., • The work is planning and environmentally focussed, encompassing the application of the current regime as well as supporting new developments in response to government commitments., • Advising on litigation involving the Government, working closely with GLD Litigation teams and external Counsel as required., • Conduct a wide variety of matters making decisions about case progression (liaising and seeking views from senior colleagues where necessary)., • Familiarity with electronic case management and ability to keep electronic files in good order with all correspondence and documents filed as necessary., • Ability to manage a high case load whilst maintaining a good working relationship with team colleagues. Required Skills and Experience: • 2 years+ experience in planning law., • Sound knowledge of and experience of advising on Planning and Environmental matters, • Commonwealth or UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister/Equivalent with at least 2 years post-qualified experience, • We are looking for creative, solutions-focussed lawyers with the following mix of skills and experience:, • Strong communication skills, • A proactive approach to managing risks and identifying solutions, • Strong interpersonal skills, • Capability to create and support an inclusive working environment., • Reliable legal judgment and appreciation of legal risk., • Sound analysis, using sound legal research to produce timely and fit for purpose advice. Benefits of working for the employer: • Annual equivalent of £61,200 - £65,000, • Hybrid working, • Flexible working arrangements, • Access to unique work within a Central Government Organisation, • Long contracts with opportunities to extend, • Client will wait up to 3 months' notice period This is a fantastic and unique opportunity for a Planning Lawyer to join a well-established Central Government Organisation, which prides itself in providing high-quality, pristine service to its clients. If you have a keen interest to learn more about this role and have relevant skills or experience for this Planning Lawyer role, please apply now, and contact Mark at Sellick Partnership. 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.

Modern and forward thinking, top 50 UK law firm with over 1000 people, including 125 Partners, wish to recruit a newly or recently qualified Corporate Lawyer . \n\n You will form part of a nationally recognised and highly regarded Corporate team which includes over 45 corporate fee earners, and 16 partners, more than a dozen of whom are recommended in the latest Legal 500 rankings. \n\n The work includes assisting the team to advise clients on acquisitions, mergers and disposals of companies and businesses, transactions for investors, and many international transactions. \n\n The Corporate team plays a leading role in several firm-wide sector specialisms including Energy and Infrastructure, Healthcare, Motor and Food and Beverage. \n\n This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join for the UK’ s leading regional law firms. \n\n

Contracts & Procurement Lawyer \n\n Are you an experienced Contracts & Procurement Lawyer looking for a role where your expertise will shape the future of a dynamic London borough? Our client is seeking a talented legal commercial contracts and procurement professional to join their high‑performing team on a permanent basis. This role is full- time for 36 hours per week. \n\n About the role \n\n As a Contracts & Procurement Lawyer, you will provide a comprehensive, professional legal service across all aspects of contracts and public procurement. You’ll be a key source of specialist advice for departments across the Council, supporting senior officers and elected members to deliver high‑quality, legally sound services for our residents. \n\n This is a varied and influential role where you will: \n\n\n\t • Handle a full caseload of contract and procurement matters independently\n\t, • Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts\n\t, • Advise on procurement strategy and compliance, including Standing Orders and governance\n\t, • Support committees, prepare reports, and brief senior stakeholders\n\t, • Keep the organisation updated on new legislation and case law\n\t, • Contribute to policy development, templates, precedents and training materials\n\t, • A qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX (or equivalent). Ideally 3+ PQE. \n\t, • Substantial experience in contracts and procurement, ideally within local government\n\t, • Strong knowledge of contract law, public procurement and local authority powers\n\t, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\t, • The ability to manage a busy caseload independently\n\t, • A collaborative mindset, with the ability to guide and support junior colleagues\n\t

Large commercial law firm in London seeks two contentious Construction lawyers – one of 1 to 4 and the other of 5 or more years’ PQE. The team advises a diverse client base across the construction and engineering sectors, including: • Developers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants and material manufacturers • Insurers, industry professionals, investors, banks and other financial institutions • Public authorities, higher education bodies and funding and letting entities • Energy providers. \n\n They are instructed on major development and infrastructure schemes, building remediation contracts, process plant and power generation projects, urban regeneration schemes and projects in the hotels and leisure, energy, transport, waste management, telecoms, water and utilities, process and power and rail sectors. They regularly act for clients in adjudication, Technology and Construction Court litigation, arbitration and mediation and other forms of ADR. They also provide a Project Counsel service to clients in connection with live projects. They’re currently looking for talented and commercially minded Associates and Senior Associates with a strong background in contentious Construction law to join their growing team. You’ll be involved in a broad mix of construction advisory and dispute work, including: • Claims relating to time, cost, and defects • Building safety claims • Adjudications, arbitrations, mediations and Technology and Construction Court litigation • Strategic dispute avoidance and resolution advice. \n\n This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-value instructions across a broad spectrum of construction and infrastructure projects for quality clients. Whilst the focus is on contentious work, our client is open to candidates with a mixed background who are keen to continue developing in both contentious and non-contentious areas.

A local authority based in London is seeking a Childcare Lawyer for an initial period of three months. \n\n The council is seeking a qualified and experienced locum Childcare Lawyer who can start as soon as possible. In light of the recent judgment in the Mazur case, the locum Childcare Lawyer must either be a solicitor or barrister or Filex with litigation accreditation admitted in England & Wales, who holds a current practising certificate. You must be admitted to practice in the UK to be considered. \n\n The successful Childcare Lawyer will undertake work including but not limited to: care proceedings, emergency protection orders, special guardianship, secure accommodation, deprivation of liberty and adoption. You will need to be able to attend the office for team meetings. Experience in this area is essential. \n\n The rate on offer is between £45-55 umbrella per hour DOE. \n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment. \n\n

A well-known US firm is looking to hire a Conflicts/Staff Lawyer for its London office to join the Conflicts New Business Department, led by the firm’s Deputy General Counsel. The UK team works closely with the US and other international offices, and this is a visible and internationally connected role from the outset. \n\n The Conflicts Lawyer works alongside other Conflicts Lawyers, the Conflicts/AML Analysts, and the Team Administrator to provide an exceptional conflicts clearance and new business intake service to Partners, Associates, and Secretaries across the firm’s global offices. This is an advisory and stakeholder-facing position rather than a purely administrative function. \n\n The Conflicts team is viewed as a business-enabling partner to the firm, balancing robust risk management with commercial pragmatism. The successful candidate will work directly with Partners and senior stakeholders across offices, providing clear, practical, and commercially grounded guidance. \n\n The ideal candidate should: \n\n\n\t • Qualified as a lawyer in England & Wales or another common law jurisdiction\n\t, • Strong working knowledge of professional conduct rules, including the SRA Code of Conduct and the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct\n\t, • Excellent drafting skills\n\t, • Strong legal analytical skills\n\t, • Commercial awareness, with the ability to balance risk and business needs\n\t, • Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure\n\n\n \n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Ryder Reid Legal have an exciting opportunity for 3 future trainees to join a top US law firm on a temporary basis. The team are seeking specific language skills: \n\n PortugueseSpanishSwedishGermanDutch \n\n Candidates must be fluent in one of these languages and ideally have a training contract confirmed as well as some previous disputes, arbitration or litigation experience in order to hit the ground the running. The successful paralegal will be required to utilise language skills to undertake translation tasks, document review, and client contact. \n\n \n\n This is a temporary position that will be commencing ASAP and will be required for around 2-3 months \n\n \n\n Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. \n\n \nRyder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. \n\n \n\n \n\n

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning lawyer to join a well-known global firm in its highly regarded Planning practice. The team provides advice on a wide variety of planning matters, with expertise covering judicial reviews, compulsory purchase, and infrastructure projects. It is also well regarded for its work on major regeneration schemes and infrastructure matters. \n\n The ideal candidate should: \n\n\n\t • Be an England & Wales-qualified lawyer, or be qualified in a common law jurisdiction.\n\t, • Have between 3-5 years’ experience in a leading Planning practice.\n\t, • Have the ability to provide clear, practical advice\n\t, • Have excellent communication skills\n\t, • Have a strong academic background, with a minimum 2:1 degree\n\t \n\n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Corporate Tax team in London with an interesting and unusual client base is looking to recruit a Corporate Tax lawyer of 1 or more years’ PQE. The team helps founders, entrepreneurs and owners of private capital around the world structure their business and personal affairs in a way that allows them to maximise returns and preserve, as far as possible, their wealth. They advise on all aspects of business and investment structuring, both domestically and internationally. Types of advice include the design and implementation of trading, investment and holding structures, as well as the modernisation of existing ones. They frequently act as general counsel, advising on all legal aspects of their day-to-day operations and deal flow. Clients include privately owned businesses operating across numerous business sectors such as brands, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, services, hotels and leisure, information technology, media and telecoms as well as financial institutions and public enterprises. They are looking for an ambitious Associate with experience of providing UK corporate tax advice with commercial acumen, preferably gained within a leading international law firm, who is looking to transition into a more client-facing and project leading role, working for founders and entrepreneurs as well as companies, with excellent prospects for career progression in a growing team. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in: • Providing UK tax advice for both domestic and international businesses • Cross-border investment and business structuring • Providing tax advice integrated with the commercial, legal and regulatory aspects of transactions • Drafting tax deeds and warranties, finance documents and advising on business taxation • Delivering high quality professional services with a focus on UK tax law. \n\n Any experience of advising on management incentive arrangements, and/or investor tax reliefs, such as the EMI scheme and EIS would be of interest, as would experience of Real Estate Tax and/or advising on tax aspects of investment funds.

A new opportunity has arisen in this highly acclaimed Commercial Technology practice at a leading UK law firm. The work will involve supporting a number of stellar partners in varied work which will include technology /outsourcing, supply agreements, commercial advisory data and AI. Applicants must have upwards of 2 years’ PQE in a successful Technology team. \n\n Key criteria include excellent drafting skills, strong experience of technology outsourcing contracts, client engagement capability and the capability to provide legal advice on matters such as advertising and marketing. The quality of work is excellent, and the clients include numerous household names in Tech and Retail. The successful candidate will thrive in a hugely collegiate practice and benefit form training and development from some the legal industry’s leading partners. The wider firm is widely recognised as having a super culture and extremely positive and happy work environment. \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

\n\n \n\n Ryder Reid Legal is seeking an experienced Temporary Paralegal to join their top law firm client's Litigation Team. \n\n \n\n \n\n The successful candidate will have previous Relativity experience to support two large document review projects as well as contentious Paralegal experience gained at a London law firm. The role will begin ASAP on a temporary basis, with the potential to transition into a three‑month contract. \n\n \n\n \n\n If you have the relevant experience and would like to hear more, please apply! \n\n \n\n \n\n Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. \n\n \n\n \nRyder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. \n\n \n\n

Well-regarded, large commercial law firm in the City is looking to recruit an Employee Incentives lawyer of 3 or more years’ PQE. The team has a strong reputation for the work it does in executive remuneration and incentives matters. They cover a broad range of matters in this area including establishing a wide range of cash-based and share-based incentive plans for listed and private companies in the UK and globally. They also advise on the share scheme/ incentive plan aspects of corporate transactions, including takeovers, IPOs, rights issues, demergers and schemes of arrangement, as well as advising on the remuneration aspects of executive recruitment and termination and advising financial institutions on the implementation and effect of the FSA's Remuneration Code. Ideally, the successful candidate will already specialise in Employee Incentives matters. However, our client will also consider Corporate Tax lawyers who undertake Employee Incentives matters as part of their overall mix of work and have a desire to fully focus on Incentives matters.

Paralegal - Private Client / Court of Protection \nLondon \n£28,000 - £38,000 \n\n Are you looking to build your legal career in a supportive and highly regarded law firm? \n\n We’re working with a modern, forward-thinking Legal 500 firm, recognised as a Top 200 UK law firm. Over the past 10 years, they’ve grown significantly to a turnover of £11 million and over 65 fee earners — with plans for a further 30% growth over the next five years. \n\n This is a great opportunity to join their respected Private Client team, supporting on Court of Protection matters. You’ll be part of a specialist, collaborative team, working on complex and meaningful cases involving clients who may be vulnerable or lack capacity. \n\n You’ll benefit from high-quality work, excellent systems, and strong leadership, all within a firm that genuinely invests in its people. \n\n In this role, you will: \n\n\n\t • Assist with applications to the Court of Protection\n\t, • Support the management of client affairs\n\t, • Draft legal documents, including Statutory Wills and Trusts\n\t, • Communicate with clients, families, and professionals\n\t, • Experience in Private Client or Court of Protection work\n\t, • Strong attention to detail and clear written communication\n\t, • A calm, professional approach when handling sensitive issues\n\t, • Good organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines\n\t

This New York based financial institution is looking to recruit a new lawyer into the London legal team to play a key role in supporting the business in the EU and UK. You will advise on sophisticated legal and regulatory matters, drive business outcomes, and help shape the future of financial markets. \n\n This role will suit a UK qualified lawyer with experience of working in-house in a bank or comparable financial institution, although this could be as a secondment from private practice. You will be keen to join a smaller more nimble organisation where you can really make an impact. With both financial services regulatory and commercial contracts experience you will be a strong communicator with well-developed drafting skills and an analytical approach. Prior exposure to securities law will benefit your application. \n\n This is a perfect role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage multiple priorities and is able to adapt to evolving legal and business challenges.

Large commercial law firm in London is seeking to recruit a a Real Estate Finance lawyer of 1 or more years’ PQE. The team acts on the lender side for major banks, debt funds, insurers and other financial institutions and borrower side for investors, developers, blue chip property companies and family offices on domestic and cross-border real estate finance transactions across all real estate asset classes. The successful candidate will be work closely with the Partners and other team members and will have the opportunity to undertake a variety of finance work including development finance, hotel finance, Islamic finance and mezzanine finance transactions in sectors such as hotels and leisure, PRS, student accommodation, logistics and offices. The firm has a strong reputation for providing Associates with a supportive but equally dynamic environment and so anyone taking up this role can expect to have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to growing the business. All of their Associates are encouraged to actively participate in business development opportunities. \n\n Applicants will have strong technical knowledge of the legal framework surrounding finance transactions generally as well as strong document drafting skills. Previous experience of working on Real Estate Finance transactions is a pre-requisite.

\n\n \n \n \nPlease note this is the same Campaign we have had ongoing - please do not reapply if you have already applied. In the instance you reapply, your application unfortunately will not be considered. If you have not had a response, please note this is still in process and you do not need to reapply. We appreciate your patience. \n \n \nHays Legal isexclusively partnering with the Government Legal Department on this major campaignto hire 20 commercial lawyers based in the Leeds or London office. Exciting opportunitiesexist for commercial contracts lawyers (minimum NQ to experienced) to joinGovernment Legal Department's Commercial Law Group. Whether you are newlyqualified to sub 3 years (joining as a Legal Officer) or more experienced andready to join as a Grade 7 lawyer (3 years PQE and above) Hays Legal would bekeen to hear from you. \n \nAbout the CommercialLaw Group (CLG): \nCLG was formed in June2014 and is a fast-evolving group of c lawyers. CLG's formation and growthreflects the increasing importance of commercial skills to government, as newprojects and programmes are increasingly delivered through commercial arrangements. \n \nGLD commercial work isunique: they work in small teams, often closely embedded in departments,combining their legal expertise on all aspects of the government's commercialrelationships with knowledge of public law and government. \n \nTheir work is often atthe forefront of major government initiatives and includes many of thegovernment's highest profile and most sensitive matters. The CLG teams advise arange of government departments including but not limited to: Cabinet Office,Crown Commercial Service, Department for Business and Trade, Department forEducation, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Department of Healthand Social Care, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Departmentfor Work and Pensions, Home Office, Ministry of Justice and Ministry ofDefence. \n \nTheir lawyers have ahigh level of responsibility and work on some of the most consistentlychallenging, interesting, varied, complex and high-profile commercial legalwork available. The issues that they advise on impact the lives of citizensacross the UK. They have been and continue to be at the forefront of supportinggovernment commercial efforts to meet the challenges faced over the lastdecade. They work alongside legal teams advising on policy decisions andimplementation and the CLG is high performing, friendly and welcoming, with a strongand established culture of collaboration and teamwork, excellent KM andspecialist training and support. D&I is at the core of how they manage ourpeople and teams. \n \nAreas of work include, but are not limited to, general commercial law, contract law, procurement law,grants, subsidy control and data protection. \n \nSalary & Benefits: \nGrade 7 Lawyers (3years + PQE) will start on a basic salary £61,200 inLondon, plus generous benefits \nLegal Officers (NQ -sub 3 years) will start on a basic salary of £51,541 \n\n\n\t • A generous pension contribution of 28%. Please refer to Home - Civil Service Pension Scheme for further details\n\t, • Holidays - 25 days per annum (rising to 30 days after 5 years' service) plus one privilege day for monarch's birthday plus 8 bank holidays, plus buy and sell annual leave (the ability to buy up to an additional 5 days)\n\t, • As part of our smarter working policies, GLD employees are (subject to the requirements of the role) expected to work at least 60% of their contracted hours each week from a GLD office.\n\t, • Possibility of in-year reward and recognition bonuses\n\t, • Pay advances\n\t, • Season Ticket and Bicycle Loan (Interest-free loans allowing you to spread the cost of an annual travel season ticket or a new bicycle).\n\t, • Sick Pay (Occupational Sick Pay)\n\n\n \nThis is a fantasticopportunity to join GLD and undertake cutting-edge work in a truly collegiateenvironment. \n \n \nInterested lawyersmust complete and return the "Essential Criteria" to Hays by midday on the 20th April 2026. \n\n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Are you an experienced lawyer with a passion for adult social care law and public service? \n\n Our client a local authority based in London is seeking an Adult Litigation Lawyer to join their dynamic Social Care Legal Team on a permanent basis. 36 hours per week. \n\n This is an exciting opportunity to take on rewarding and influential work at the heart of a diverse, forward‑thinking local authority. \n\n About the role \n\n As an Adult Litigation Lawyer, you will provide a comprehensive, high‑quality legal service across the full spectrum of adult social care law. You will act as a key source of expertise for social care departments, senior managers, and elected Members, ensuring legally robust decision‑making in a fast‑moving and sensitive area of law. \n\n In this role, you will: \n\n\n\t • Lead on Court of Protection matters, Mental Capacity Act issues, ordinary residence disputes and Care Act 2014 responsibilities\n\t, • Advise on judicial review, civil litigation and wider adult social care matters\n\t, • Conduct and manage complex adult social care cases from start to finish\n\t, • Undertake advocacy in courts and tribunals (where rights of audience apply)\n\t, • Prepare reports for Cabinet, Committees and working groups\n\t, • Provide timely advice on legislation, case law and emerging practice developments\n\t, • Contribute to the improvement of legal processes, precedents and templates\n\t, • Support and provide guidance to junior members of the team when required\n\t, • A qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX (or equivalent). Ideally 3+ PQE. \n\t, • Substantial experience handling a mixed caseload of adult social care matters\n\t, • Advocacy experience and confidence in managing your own cases\n\t, • Excellent knowledge of civil litigation and social care law\n\t, • Strong written and verbal communication skills\n\t, • The ability to analyse complex issues, assess risk, and provide pragmatic solutions\n\t, • A collaborative, adaptable approach and commitment to high‑quality client service\n\t, • Varied and meaningful caseloads\n\t, • Opportunities for advocacy and case leadership\n\t, • Professional development and training\n\t, • Flexible working options- you will be required to attend the office 2 days per week\n\t \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment. \n\n

Ryder Reid Legal is exploring potential upcoming opportunities that may require a team of fluent German speaking paralegals. We are interested in hearing from candidates who are fluent in German and who ideally have experience in disputes, arbitration, or litigation. Future assignments of this nature may involve the use of language skills for translation work, document review, and supporting complex matters for international law firms. These projects are typically temporary in nature and may arise at short notice, so we welcome interest from individuals who would be available to join similar assignments quickly and confidently. If this type of work aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to register your interest. Please note: as these opportunities are not live roles, we may not be able to respond to all expressions of interest. Thank you for taking the time to connect with us. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies. /company/ryder-reid-legal

Paralegal In-House \n\n London | Hybrid | Full time-5 days per week \n\n £55,000-£60,000 \n\n \n\n A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a highly regarded real assets investment manager in London. This is a broad, fast-paced in-house role offering real ownership, senior exposure, and the chance to help shape legal processes within a collaborative and entrepreneurial business. \n\n \n\n The legal team supports the organisation and the funds it manages across a wide range of commercial, governance and operational matters, working closely with external advisers and internal stakeholders. \n\n \n\n This role reports into Legal Counsel and works closely with senior stakeholders including the COO, company secretarial and compliance teams. \n\n \n\n The role: \n\n This is a hands-on position combining legal support, project coordination, and legal operations. Candidates with a real estate or fund management background would be of particular interest. \n\n \n\n Key responsibilities include: \n\n\n\t • Reviewing and negotiating supplier contracts and NDAs\n\t, • Supporting onboarding of new suppliers and tender processes\n\t, • Drafting and updating internal policies and maintaining legal documentation\n\t, • Maintaining and improving legal precedents and guidance notes\n\t, • Supporting board and committee papers and governance processes\n\t, • Managing legal workstreams and tracking project deliverables\n\t, • Liaising directly with external law firms and professional advisers\n\t, • Supporting legal spend tracking, budgeting, and reporting\n\t, • Helping implement new legal processes and tools\n\n\n \n\n \n\n The role offers significant exposure and responsibility early on, with the opportunity to take ownership of key processes and workstreams. \n\n \n\n About you \n\n This role would suit a proactive and organised paralegal who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment and taking ownership of their work. \n\n You will likely have: \n\n\n\t • Around 4+ years paralegal experience\n\t, • Experience reviewing commercial contracts and managing documentation\n\t, • Confidence drafting or updating internal policies and procedures\n\t, • Strong organisational and project coordination skills\n\t, • Experience liaising with senior stakeholders and external advisers\n\t, • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise effectively\n\t, • A proactive, solutions-focused approach\n\n\n \n\n \n\n Background is flexible and candidates from private practice or in-house are encouraged to apply. \n\n Working pattern and benefits \n\n\n\t • £55,000-£60,000 per annum salary\n\t, • Share awards twice per year\n\t, • Hybrid working in London\n\t, • 5 days per week (the client will consider part-time 0.8/ 0.9 considered)\n\t, • Fridays required as a working day if part time\n\t, • 25 days holiday with option to buy more\n\t, • Supportive and flexible working culture\n\n\n \n\n \n\n Why apply? \n\n This is an excellent opportunity to step into a broad in-house role offering real variety, responsibility, and exposure within a friendly and collaborative team. \n\n Early April start preferred, with flexibility for candidates able to start sooner. \n\n \n\n To register an interest, please send through your updated CV to \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment. \n\n

My London Law Firm Client located in central London, next to St Paul's Cathedral, is seeking to recruit an experienced PA/Assistant to support a Commercial & Residential Property Senior Consultant. His PA is retiring after 20 years, so he is seeking someone with over 15 years experience of working as a Property law PA. Hybrid working is possible after completion of 3 months probationary period. You will assist with the preparation of purchase packs for clients, purchase completions, sales packs, sales completions, replying to lender enquiries, calculating SDLT and preparation of SDLT forms and dealing with AML and file openings as well as submitting property searches for purchases etc. If you are seeking a new Property PA role in central London and are keen to hear more, please do get in touch.

\n\n \n\n Temporary Corporate Paralegal \n\n \n\n Are you a skilled corporate paralegal, or a future trainee seeking temporary legal experience with top-tier UK and international law firms in London? \n\n \n\n At Ryder Reid Legal, we specialise in placing talented candidates into temporary and interim paralegal roles, ideal for those looking to build experience ahead of a training contract or SQE qualification. \n\n \n\n Why Register with Ryder Reid Legal? \n\n \n\n Exclusive Interim Roles: Access short-term opportunities not advertised elsewhere.Tailored Support: Receive personalised job alerts, CV guidance, interview prep, and market insights from our expert team.Flexible Experience: Gain exposure to high-quality legal work while keeping future plans on track.What We're Looking For \n\n \n\n Law degree or GDL equivalentAvailable immediately as projects start at very short noticePrevious paralegal experience is a plus, but not always essentialStrong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills \n\n \n\n If you're looking to gain valuable legal experience before starting your TC or next career step, apply below and we'll keep you updated with the latest interim paralegal opportunities. \n\n \n\n

Conveyancing Paralegal 1 years + experience. Are you looking to join a reputable and growing law firm in the heart of Central London who can offer a supportive working environment? Position Overview for this Conveyancing Paralegal role: An experienced Conveyancing Paralegal with experience in residential conveyancing is sought for a highly regarded firm in London on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an office based role. The successful Conveyancing Paralegal will be able to handle a full caseload of residential property matters from initial instruction to post-completion. Duties will include: • Managing (not assisting) a caseload of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases from inception to completion., • Preparing and reviewing contracts, searches, and Land Registry documentation., • Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders, and other third parties., • Drafting legal documents and correspondence., • Handling post-completion work including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications., • Maintaining accurate case records and updating case management systems., • Assisting with the preparation of completion statements and invoices., • Supporting fee earners with general administrative tasks.Essential skills and experience for this Conveyancing Paralegal role:, • Experience working in residential conveyancing., • The ability to manage a busy caseload from initial instruction to post-completion, • Strong communication and client care skills., • Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability., • A proactive and professional approach to work.Requirements for this Conveyancing Paralegal:, • Minimum of 1 years’ experience in residential conveyancing, • Possesses outstanding verbal and written communication skills, • IT literacy will be a pre-requisite, • Works well under pressure to meet tight deadlines, • A team player who is equally comfortable working on their own initiative, • Is personable, pro-active and detail orientatedBenefits for this Conveyancing Paralegal role:, • Salary in excess of £27,000+, • Office based role, • Bonus structure, • Pension plan, • Training programsIf you're a Conveyancing Paralegal ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Victoria at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37272. IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Experienced Paralegal – Film & TV Production \n\n An award-winning US studio is looking for a bright, ambitious junior lawyer or experienced paralegal to join its growing legal team, supporting film and television production. \n\n \n\n This is a hands-on role working closely with senior stakeholders across a successful and expanding TV & film business spanning drama, documentaries and feature film. \n\n \n\n You’ll support internal partners and the legal team with drafting and amending TV production agreements, including talent agreements, location releases, crew deal memos, vendor contracts and licensing agreements. You’ll also assist the Studio with legal delivery and compliance, support its production finance facility (including organising chain of title and financing arrangements), and provide general legal and administrative support. \n\n \n\n This role is offered on a 12 month basis \n\n \n\n ASAP start Hybrid working Fantastic new offices 12-month contract \n\n

Directories-listed Employment team at this law firm in the City seeks an Employment lawyer of 5 or more years’ PQE. The team is recognised for its work with financial institutions, media organisations and multinational corporates on complex disputes, investigations and strategy advisory matters. They are known for their collaborative approach, technical excellence and ability to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused advise. Whether advising on sensitive litigation, cross-border employment issues or regulatory compliance, this team is trusted by clients to navigate the most challenging employment law matters. \n\n The successful candidate will provide pragmatic and commercial advice on a broad range of Employment matters including global projects, sensitive investigations, complex litigation, strategic advisory work and policy development. You will advise clients across all sectors but with an emphasis on the financial services and TMT sectors, collaborating with colleagues across the firm to provide joined up advice across practices and jurisdictions. You will also act as a key client contact, building and maintaining strong client relationships, as well as, participating in business development activity and contributing to team development and knowledge sharing.

Civil Litigation Lawyer \n\n Are you an experienced civil litigator ready to lead on complex, high‑profile work within a dynamic London borough? The council is seeking a skilled and confident Civil Litigation Lawyer (Litigation) to join their busy and respected in‑house Legal Services team. This is a permanent role, full- time for 36 hours per week. \n\n About the role \n\n As the Council’s Civil Litigation Lawyer, you will provide specialist civil litigation support, providing expert legal advice, advocacy, and case management across a diverse and complex caseload. You will play a key role in upholding good governance, minimising financial and reputational risk, and ensuring that the council meets its statutory duties. \n\n You will: \n\n\n\t • Manage the Council’s civil litigation work, including housing law, civil claims, appeals and inquiries\n\t, • Provide advocacy before tribunals, public inquiries and civil courts\n\t, • Handle the Council’s complex and sensitive cases, advising at all corporate levels\n\t, • Draft, negotiate and execute legal documentation\n\t, • Develop and review policies, procedures, precedents, protocols and case‑management tools\n\t, • Provide legal updates, policy advice and governance guidance to officers and elected Members\n\t, • Represent the Council at internal and external meetings, inter‑agency forums and with government partners\n\t, • Instruct, liaise with and brief Counsel and external solicitors\n\t, • A qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX, authorised to conduct legal work. Ideally 3+ PQE.\n\t, • Significant experience handling complex civil litigation matters\n\t, • Advocacy experience before courts or tribunals\n\t, • Experience advising in a local government or similarly regulated environment\n\t, • Strong understanding of governance, probity and public‑sector decision‑making\n\t, • Excellent analytical, drafting, communication and influencing skills\n\t, • A collaborative, flexible and proactive approach\n\t, • High‑quality, varied and strategic litigation work\n\t, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements- 2 days per week in the office\n\t, • Opportunities to influence corporate decision‑making\n\t, • A supportive and collaborative legal team environment\n\t \n\n At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. \n\n \n\n If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment. \n\n

Are you a thoughtful and dedicated legal professional with a passion for supporting major infrastructure projects? We are looking for a Senior Project Lawyer to join our inclusive team in London, providing guidance across our Rail, Industrials, Water, and Tunnelling portfolios. As the new Senior Law

Costs Lawyer / Solicitor / Associate - Norwich, Ipswich, Chelmsford, Cambridge, SevenoaksTerm Type: PermanentDepartment: Costs Team (Litigation Division).

The firm has a robust legal and regulatory risk team that supports the London HQ and the international offices and a vacancy for a lawyer has arisen in this team. We are seeking a qualified lawyer with at least 2 years’ experience, who has trained and/or worked in a leading law firm.

We are seeking a solicitor to join a busy employment team led by a leading employment partner.This role requires a strong background in employment law, with a particular focus on contentious matters, particularly involving discrimination and equality issues.Experience of advocacy is desirable, but n

Our customer, a UK-based law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Knowledge Lawyer or Commercial Lawyer. The role combines the traditional remit of a Knowledge Lawyer with a broader strategic focus on advancing AI-driven initiatives, developing client-facing solutions, and optimising service de

This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who wants to work on. If you’re a corporate lawyer looking for a London role with genuine international deal exposure and excellent career development, we’d love to speak with you confidentially.