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Role: Immigration Paralegal (IAAS Level 1 or 2 Accredited) - Nationwide opportunity Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Immigration Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and acros... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Senior Private Client Solicitor Location: Luton, Bedfordshire Salary: Competitive + Partnership Prospects + Excellent Benefits Contract: Permanent, Full Time Benefits • Competitive salary, dependent upon experience and billing history., • Genuine Partnership prospects for the right individual., • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays., • Staff introduction bonus., • Auto-enrolment salary sacrifice pension scheme., • Enha... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Conveyancing Paralegal Location: LutonRecruiter: SJC PartnersCompetitive salary + benefits (DOE) SJC Partners are working with a well-established and growing law firm who are looking to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join their busy residential property team in Luton. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated conveyancing professional to progress their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. The Role: As a Conveyancing Paralegal, you will assist/manage caseloads of residential property matters from instruction through to completion, providing high-quality support to clients and fee earners.Key responsibilities include: • Managing a caseload of residential conveyancing files (freehold & leasehold), • Handling sales, purchases, re-mortgages and transfers of equity, • Drafting and reviewing legal documents and contracts, • Carrying out title checks, searches and enquiries, • Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors, • Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and AML requirements, • Maintaining accurate case management system records About You: To be considered for this Conveyancing Paralegal role, you will ideally have:, • Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal or Conveyancing Assistant, • A solid understanding of the residential co...

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE. Role Title: Principal / Senior / Legal Advisors (UK-based candidates only) Role Nature: Volunteer Location: Home-based The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. We are looking to recruit highly motivated and enthusiastic Legal Advisor VOLUNTEERS to join our Director-General’s Office (Legal Advisory Section). The ideal candidate is driven and experienced, and looking to make a difference in international climate change governance. The successful candidate will provide expert and strategic legal advice to the Director-General, Chief of Staff, Company Secretary, and all BCI divisions, concerning the legal obligations and operations of BCI and assist in the minimization of any legal risk exposure, including employment law, contract law, privacy law, and competition law, etc. Responsibilities: • Managing the Legal Advisory Section and supervising legal advisors;, • Providing advice on legal matters;, • Evaluating and weighing multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action;, • Supporting the formulation or review of internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors;, • Drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing documents;, • Formulating formalities regarding settlements of disputes;, • Monitoring the implementation of the legal clauses;, • Advise members on legal issues and risks, including corporate and charity governance, fundraising, marketing, competition, data protection, trademarks, copyright, defamation, and litigation matters, etc. Core competencies • Strong analytical and research skills including critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills;, • Effective interpersonal and communication skills;, • Ability to work well within a team and individually;, • Seeking a complementary range of specialisms (charity, commercial, corporate, contract, employment, litigation, and others). Skills & Abilities • Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;, • Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work;, • Excellent problem-solving skills;, • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude is an indispensable skills required for this role, • Excellent problem-solving skills;, • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude are indispensable skills required for this role General & Specialist Knowledge • Excellent use of Microsoft Office 365 suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) is essential to perform in this role; and, • Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, • Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work;, • Some knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred. Education & Training • (Legal Assistant) Minimum requirement: Bachelor's Degree / Postgraduate Degree in Law (e.g. LLB or GDL);, • (Legal Advisor) Minimum requirement: Qualified solicitor/barrister in the UK with some post-qualification experience in either private practice or in-house (ideally, some in-house experience is highly preferable), • (Senior Legal Advisor) Minimum requirement: Qualified solicitor/barrister in the UK with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in either private practice or in-house (at least some in-house experience is highly preferable), • (Principal Legal Advisor) Minimum requirement: Qualified solicitor/barrister in the UK with a minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in either private practice or in-house (at least some in-house experience is highly preferable) Relevant Experience • Proven general counsel experience in a not-for-profit environment;, • Overall broad legal knowledge (corporate law, contract law, employment law, or litigations, etc.);, • In-depth understanding of how legal issues affect organizations;, • Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives;, • Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders; and, • Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward blockchain-related projects using your own initiative. Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network. Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include: • You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,, • Your mind will be mentally stimulated, hence providing you with a sense of purpose;, • You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies; and, • Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection. Selection Process As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment. Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions) Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions) Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role) Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

Summary Midnight Foundation (“Midnight”) is seeking a skilled Corporate Paralegal. The candidate will support an in-house legal team and will be responsible for various administrative activities. Candidates must be highly self-motivated, organised, process-oriented and have strong follow up skills. This position requires someone with a strong background in assisting with corporate governance, corporate transactions, and legal operations. You will work across practice areas within the Legal Team and other support functions to enable the efficient and effective delivery of legal services to our business and partners. You will develop strong relationships with internal constituents and stakeholders including Finance, Business Development, Technology, and Operations. Responsibilities • Draft, review and amend contracts as appropriate (e.g. non disclosure agreements and event contracts) and other legal documents under the supervision of the Legal Team, • Organise and manage the Legal Team’s templates and help develop and manage playbooks, • Draft corporate documents and support overseeing corporate housekeeping for Midnight’s entities, including assisting with corporate formations, maintenance and management, • Ensure necessary corporate filings are completed accurately and on time, • Maintain contract files and records within Midnight’s contract and document management systems, liaising as appropriate with other internal stakeholders and third parties, • Manage KYC and KYB processes and update the Legal Team’s task management systems., • Assist with due diligence, including reviewing corporate records, contracts, summarising findings, and preparing reports for the Legal team and coordinating with external parties and members of other teams to gather necessary information and ensure alignment and compliance with plans, • Track deadlines and key milestones for various projects, and proactively provide timely updates to relevant parties, • Conduct legal research, • Provide litigation support, • Assist in taking meeting minutes, • Provide regular and proactive status updates to internal stakeholders on contracts, projects, and other legal matters, • Assist with other requests or requirements to meet the business needs Education / Experience • Bachelor’s degree, • 2-3+ years of paralegal or legal secretary experience strongly preferred, including in an in-house or law firm environment, • Highly organised and process-oriented, • Self-motivated and eager to own and execute projects, • Proficient in business applications such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office, DocuSign, Notion, ClickUp, document management systems, contract management systems, and legal enterprise software desired but not all essential, • Experience developing and implementing forms, processes, and policies, • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including proactive communications and responsiveness, • Discretion in dealing with highly sensitive information, • Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage multiple deadlines while working with limited supervision, • Work well under pressure, • Able to work independently while also being a team player and able to work collaboratively, • Comfortable working with colleagues in various time zones around the world, • Support and handle a variety of ad hoc projects as they arise Benefits Location Midnight is a fully distributed organisation, and therefore, this is a remote position. Due to team distribution, we are only looking for someone in the United Kingdom or Europe for this role. All Colleagues • Flexible schedule, • Laptop reimbursement, • New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc.), • Learning & Development Opportunities, • Competitive PTO and Sick Leave plan At Midnight, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Role: Immigration Paralegal/Caseworker - IAAS Level 1 or 2 accredited Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Immigration Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Immigration Department Background: Our client’s Immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The department offers a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. In addition, our client’s Immigration dep...

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Our client is seeking a Family Paralegal / Caseworker to join their growing Family Law team in Luton, Bedfordshire. This role will support solicitors across a varied caseload of both privately funded and publicly funded family matters, providing hands-on experience within a busy and supportive legal environment. The successful candidate will assist with a wide range of family law matters while developing their legal knowledge and client management skills. Key Responsibilities: Support solicitors with privately funded and Legal Aid family law matters Assist with the preparation and management of client files from instruction through to conclusion Draft correspondence, legal documents, witness statements, and court forms Prepare hearing bundles and supporting documentation Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, experts, and third parties via telephone, email, and in person Provide professional and empathetic support to clients during sensitive matters Take detailed instructions and maintain accurate attendance notes Assist on matters including divorce, children matters, domestic abuse proceedings, injunctions, financial remedy matters, and public family proceedings Support Legal Aid applications and CCMS proc...

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 offices nationwide.We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnin

Senior Private Client Solicitor Location: Luton, Bedfordshire Salary: Competitive + Partnership Prospects + Excellent Benefits Contract: Permanent, Full Time Benefits • Competitive salary, dependent upon experience and billing history., • Genuine Partnership prospects for the right individual., • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays., • Staff introduction bonus., • Auto-enrolment salary sacrifice pension scheme., • Enhanced sick pay., • Health Cash Plan., • Death in Service cover., • Cycle to Work scheme., • Free eye tests., • Paid flu vaccinations., • Discounted legal services across all departments., • Excellent CPD and ongoing professional development., • Regular Partner contact and mentoring., • Modern office facilities in the heart of Luton., • Long-term career progression within a Legal 500 recognised firm. About This Firm This is an opportunity to join one of the region's leading Legal 500 recognised law firms. For generations, the firm has built an exceptional reputation for providing trusted legal advice to individuals, families and businesses across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and beyond. Whilst the quality of work rivals many larger firms, the culture remains genuinely supportive, collaborative and people-...

Our client is seeking a Family Paralegal / Caseworker to join their growing Family Law team in Luton, Bedfordshire. This role will support solicitors across a varied caseload of both privately funded and publicly funded family matters, providing hands-on experience within a busy and supportive legal environment. The successful candidate will assist with a wide range of family law matters while developing their legal knowledge and client management skills. Key Responsibilities: • Support solicitors with privately funded and Legal Aid family law matters, • Assist with the preparation and management of client files from instruction through to conclusion, • Draft correspondence, legal documents, witness statements, and court forms, • Prepare hearing bundles and supporting documentation, • Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, experts, and third parties via telephone, email, and in person, • Provide professional and empathetic support to clients during sensitive matters, • Take detailed instructions and maintain accurate attendance notes, • Assist on matters including divorce, children matters, domestic abuse proceedings, injunctions, financial remedy matters, and public family proceedings, • Support Legal Aid applications and CCMS procedures where applicable, • Undertake legal research and assist fee earners with case preparation, • O...