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Job Title: RTA Lawyer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary: Salary dependent on experience, Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Job Title: Employers' Liability Lawyer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary: A basic salary of up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartere... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Job Title: Occupiers' and Public Liability Lawyer - Retrain Considered Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary: £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headq... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Family Lawyer (1-3 PQE) - Manchester - Hybrid About the Firm We are a dynamic and forward-thinking legal practice dedicated to providing exceptional client service and expert legal advice. Known for our empathetic yet professional approach, our firm prides itself on fostering a supportive internal culture where talent is nurtured, and career progression is actively encouraged. We specialise in deliv... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Job Title: Property Lawyer (Conveyancing) Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role TSR Legal are pleased to be representing an established and fast-paced conveyancing firm who are seeking capable Property Lawyers to join their Manchester-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancer, whether qualified or non-qualified, who is confid... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Family Paralegal / 1+ PQE / Manchester / £30,000 (DOE) / This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Paralegal looking to further develop their skills and experience in family law. The role offers strong career development within a supportive and professional environment \n\n \n \nJOB TITLE: Family Paralegal \nPQE REQUIRED: 1+ \nLOCATION: Manchester \nSALARY: Up to £30,000 DOE \n \nTHE ROLE: \nThis role involves providing day-to-day support to Solicitors and Fee Earners across a broad range of private family law matters. The successful candidate will assist with cases involving divorce, financial remedy proceedings, private children matters and general family law applications. Responsibilities will include preparing and managing case files, drafting correspondence and court documents, liaising with clients, counsel, courts and other professionals and ensuring files are maintained in line with regulatory and procedural requirements. The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy within a busy department. \n \nTHE CANDIDATE: \nThe ideal candidate will have at least one year’s experience working as a Paralegal within a legal practice, with previous experience in a family or immigration department being strongly preferred. The successful candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, confident legal drafting ability and a professional, client focused approach. The ability to work effectively within a team, manage competing deadlines and deal with confidential matters discreetly is essential. A genuine interest in family law and a willingness to learn and develop within the area are key attributes for this role. \n \n \n\n \n \neNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. \n \nAt eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

A new opportunity for Conveyancing Paralegal with at least one years’ experience to join a leading firm in the heart of Manchester. The firm is a modern, corporate law firm with a great reputation who deal exclusively with high value residential property transactions in their property department. True hybrid working, full support and training. Help towards qualification. \n \nKey requirements of the role: \n \n\n\n\t • 1 year of experience at a well-regarded law firm, working in a property department.\n\t, • Ambition to progress to fee earner level.\n\t, • Genuine self-motivation and ability to work quickly in a hybrid capacity.\n\t, • Assisting on a caseload of sales, purchases, remortgages, transfer of equity and leasehold matters from instruction to completion.\n\n\n \nBenefits: \n\n\n\t • Great work quality.\n\t, • Competitive salary.\n\t, • Exceptional career progression opportunities.\n\t, • Ongoing training and development.\n\t, • Flexible working arrangements.\n\n\n \n\n

Large Loss Lawyer – Complex Injury ?? Bolton | ?? Full-time (35 hours) Join a leading complex injury team handling high-value, high-impact claims We have an opportunity for a Large Loss Lawyer to join our specialist Complex Injury team, working on challenging, high-value claims within coverage as well as EL/PL/RTA and claims within the MIB (Motor Insurers’ Bureau) space. This role offers the chance to work on multi-track matters ranging from one hundred thousand to over a million, including catastrophic injury cases, while collaborating with experienced the Lead Lawyer and sophisticated insurer clients. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll play a key part in progressing complex injury claims from instruction through to resolution, taking responsibility for both your own caseload and supporting on larger matters. Your core responsibilities will include: • Managing a caseload of complex multi-track injury claims (typically one hundred thousand up to five hundred thousand), • Supporting the Lead Lawyer on catastrophic injury claims exceeding a million, • Advising insurer clients on liability, quantum, indemnity, and strategy, • Drafting pleadings, defences, and counter-schedules in complex cases, • Conducting forensic analysis of medical and liability evidence, • Preparing technical advice and reserve/valuation assessments using tools such as Ogden Tables, • Representing clients at mediations, joint settlement meetings (JSMs), and conferences, • Building strong relationships with clients, counsel, and experts, • Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues within the teamAbout You: We’re looking for a confident and commercially aware legal professional who thrives on complexity and delivers high-quality outcomes. You will have: • Qualification as a Solicitor, CILEX, or equivalent legal experience, • Proven experience handling high-value, multi-track personal injury claims., • Strong understanding of litigation practice, case law, and insurance principles, • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, • The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure, • Confident communication and client-facing skills ? Experience with the MIB, Uninsured/Untraced Drivers Agreements, or Article 75 is advantageous—but not essential. What you’ll get in return • Exposure to high-value, complex and catastrophic injury work, • Opportunities to develop your technical expertise and client relationships, • A collaborative environment where you’ll work closely with experienced lawyers, • Support to grow your career and build your own caseload and reputation Ready to take the next step? If you’re looking to advance your career in complex, high-value litigation within a supportive and ambitious team—we’d love to hear from you. ?? Apply now and be part of a team delivering exceptional results in complex injury law. Job Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Private Medical Insurance ( Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining., • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection ( Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets *after successfully completing probation

A fantastic opportunity for a PSL Lawyer in Manchester to step into a strategic, non-fee earning role. You'll support Corporate teams, drive knowledge initiatives, and influence best practice across the firm. Ideal for a 4+ PQE Corporate Solicitor seeking a broader impact. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-regarded, forward-thinking national law firm known for its collaborative culture and strong sector expertise. The firm is recognised for its commitment to innovation, professional development, and flexible working. With a reputation for investing in its people and promoting from within, it offers a supportive environment where lawyers can build long-term, fulfilling careers beyond traditional fee-earning paths. Description The PSL Lawyer will be: • Supporting Corporate teams with technical knowledge and legal updates, • Developing and maintaining precedents, templates, and know-how resources, • Delivering training sessions and contributing to internal learning programmes, • Monitoring legal developments and ensuring best practice is embedded, • Collaborating with partners and fee earners to improve efficiency and quality Profile The PSL Lawyer should be: • A solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE in Corporate law, • Technically strong with a keen interest in knowledge management, • An excellent communicator with strong drafting and presentation skills, • Commercially aware with the ability to engage across multiple teams, • Organised and proactive, with a collaborative approach Job Offer • Competitive salary around £65-75k dependent on experience level, • Hybrid working from Manchester, • Clear career progression within a respected national firm, • A supportive, collaborative culture with strong leadership, • Ongoing training and development opportunities This is more than just a role, it's a chance to step into a strategic position and shape the future of a high-performing Corporate team. If you're an experienced Corporate Lawyer wanting to change direction, or an experience PSL Lawyer interested in a new environment, apply now.

Due to an internal promotion, Keoghs are seeking a Complex Injury Paralegal to join our Complex Injury Team in Manchester. The role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in large loss, complex and catastrophic injury work including assisting on RTA, EL, PL non-delegated, high value, multi-track and catastrophic injury claims. In this role you will be required to undertake a variety of file handling tasks to support a small team within our Complex Injury Claims Team. Your work will be supervised and feedback given as you develop your skills in this area. The role would suit someone who already has experience working in a litigated, personal injury, defendant (or claimant) paralegal or support role and is looking to develop their skills and career in complex injury claims. Key Responsibilities You will work as part of a team, supporting those with responsibility for progressing each file from receipt of papers from the insurer client to resolution of the claim. The role will include: • Preparing basic court documents; filing and serving court documents; and diarising of court orders and hearing dates, • Liaising with experts and counsel regarding CVs, fees and availability for conferences, JSMs and hearings, • Liaising with insureds and witnesses regarding attendance at conferences, JSMs and hearings. Drafting of witness summons, • Liaising with courts regarding hearings, applications and consent orders, • Registering and updating CRU, notifying CRU of settlement, • Maintaining experts summary, interim payment records and offer history within case management system, • Arranging appointments for claimants to be seen by medical experts; chasing for reports; drafting medical records mandates; applying for records and police accident reports, • Review of medical records and drafting summaries of those reviews using the records review spreadsheet, • Review of photographic evidence and surveillance footage and preparing a precis of the evidence, • Redaction of documents to ensure legal privilege maintained and/or no GDPR breaches, • Fielding telephone calls and dealing with general queries received from parties involved in the claims including the insureds, insurers, experts and witnesses, • Arranging payments where required, • Conducting legal research, • Delivery of agreed performance targets and quality standardsSkills, Knowledge & Expertise, • Minimum education standard of 5 GCSEs grades 5 or above or A-C with established interest in law either through further education (e.g. LPC or ILEX) or experience within a legal environment, • Experience of and understanding of the litigation process, in a defendant file handling or assistant personal injury role, • Good telephone and communication skills with people at all levels inside and outside the business, • An ability to organise and prioritise tasks using initiative, • Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required, • An ability to maintain attention to detail when dealing with repetitive tasks, • Self-confidence, with good literacy and IT skills, • Good team worker with the flexibility to do what is required to get a result and ensure client service levels are met, • Ability to work effectively within the Keoghs shared values framework Ref No: DAV-4695 Job Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death In Service – after 1 years’ service, • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets *after successfully completing probation

Personal Injury Paralegal - RTA | Manchester | Up to £29,000 A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Personal Injury Paralegal to join the busy RTA team of a highly regarded national Legal 500 law firm in Manchester. This is an excellent chance to become part of a well established and supportive team handling a varied caseload of road traffic accident and personal injury matters, while gaining exposure to high quality work within a leading practice. The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience within a Personal Injury or RTA team, with a strong understanding of the RTA claims process. Experience using the RTA Portal and Proclaim Case Management System would be highly advantageous. The firm are keen to meet candidates from reputable law firms who can demonstrate strong academics, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to their work. The Role: • Assisting fee earners on a varied caseload of RTA and personal injury matters, • Managing claims through the RTA Portal, • Liaising with clients, insurers, medical agencies, and third parties, • Drafting correspondence and legal documentation, • Supporting the wider team with case progression and file managementAbout You:, • Previous experience within Personal Injury / RTA, • Familiarity with the RTA Portal, • Proclaim experience advantageous, • Excellent attention to detail and communication skillsWhat's on Offer:, • Salary up to £29,000 alongside the benefits package, • Opportunity to join a respected national Legal 500 firm, • Excellent long term progression prospects with ongoing training and support, • Hybrid working available following an initial office based settling period (2 days from home), • Private medical insurance, • Annual travel insurance, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Interest free season ticket loan If you're looking to take the next step in your Personal Injury career with a nationally recognised firm, we'd love to hear from you.

Title Property Damage Fee Earner Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid - 4 Days WFH) A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Property Damage Fee Earner to join its highly regarded litigation team in Bolton. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload of defended property damage claims for major insurer clients within a collaborative and fast paced environment. The Opportunity You will manage your own caseload of liability and quantum disputes involving property damage matters such as fires, escapes of water and oil, collision damage, boundary disputes, trespass and nuisance claims. The role offers exposure to complex insurance litigation while working alongside experienced lawyers within a nationally recognised team. About You You will be passionate and ambitious with demonstratable experience of managing a defendant litigated caseload within property damage or insurance disputes. Benefits • Flexible working hours and hybrid working, only 1 day in office required, • Excellent career progression opportunities, • Competitive salary and bonus potential, • Comprehensive benefits package If you are looking to develop your career within property damage and insurance litigation at a leading law firm, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. #INDMALN

A fantastic opportunity for a Conveyancing Fee Earner to join a modern firm in the heart of Manchester. The firm specialise in corporate law and the residential property department deals with a low volume of high value properties. This is a well-established team with industry leading residential property lawyers. \n \nRequirements: \nIt is not essential but would be a benefit if you are qualified as a Solicitor or Legal Executive. \nAt least 3+ years’ experience managing a property portfolio of cases from inception to completion \nExperience in all varieties and levels of title complexity is essential \nYou must be able to competently manage a full caseload of conveyancing matters. \nThe ability to communicate professionally and be a good ambassador of the firm. \n \nBenefits: \nOngoing training and development. \nHybrid working giving you flexibility and work life balance. \nSupportive environment in a firm which genuinely looks after its employees. \nGenuine and clearly outlined career progression. \n \n \n \n\n\n

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly respected Law Firm in Bolton as they look to recruit a Paralegal to join their successful Family Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable practice, offering a competitive salary and genuine scope for career development. The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a legal administrative position, with Family Law experience considered beneficial. You will possess excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, professional attitude towards your work. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, along with a full driving licence to support occasional travel to court hearings and external appointments. Key Responsibilities: • Organising meetings and managing diaries and appointments, • Preparing and collating court bundles, • Providing administrative support across the team, • Communicating with clients when required Opportunities like this are rare — contact us today for more information. Dawn Ellmore Employment aims to respond to all applicants, however due to the number of applications received this is regrettably not always possible. If you have not received a response within three working days, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Pre-Litigation / Litigation File Handler – Housing Disrepair Job Type Full-time | Permanent About Us My client is a client-focused law firm based in Manchester, specialising in Housing Disrepair, Landlord & Tenant, Family, and Litigation matters. We are committed to providing practical legal advice and delivering excellent client care throughout every stage of the claims process. The Role We are seeking a motivated and organised Pre-Litigation / Litigation File Handler to join our growing Housing Disrepair department. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of housing disrepair matters from inception through to settlement or litigation, ensuring claims are progressed efficiently and in line with procedural requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a Paralegal, Litigation Executive, or experienced File Handler looking to develop within a fast-paced and supportive legal environment. Key Responsibilities • Managing a caseload of pre-litigation and litigated housing disrepair files, • Reviewing liability and assessing evidence, • Drafting legal documents and correspondence, • Liaising with clients, housing associations, local authorities, experts, and third parties, • Negotiating settlements with defendants and representatives, • Ensuring compliance with court deadlines and Civil Procedure Rules, • Preparing witness statements and trial bundles where required, • Maintaining accurate case management records, • Providing excellent client care throughout the lifecycle of the claimRequirements, • Previous experience handling litigation or pre-litigation matters, • Experience within housing disrepair, personal injury, civil litigation, or landlord & tenant matters preferred, • Strong organisational and communication skills, • Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently, • Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules is advantageous, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems, • A proactive and team-oriented approachBenefits, • Competitive salary dependent on experience, • Career progression opportunities, • Supportive working environment, • Ongoing training and development, • Modern office location with excellent transport links

FMS Paralegal The company: We are a leading solicitor’s firm based in the North West, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to clients nationwide. With a team of experienced professionals, we specialise in handling no win no fee claims across various service areas, helping individuals and businesses retrieve compensation for financial mis-selling and consumer issues. We are looking for experienced paralegals to join our new team based in Manchester. Summary: We are seeking experienced Financial Mis-Selling Paralegals to join our new litigation team based in Manchester. The successful candidates will have at least 12-18 months of experience handling financial mis-selling matters — such as investment mis-selling, pension transfers, PPI, or other financial product claims. You will manage your own caseload, draft key legal documentation, liaise with clients and financial institutions, and ensure cases progress efficiently through the claims process. Key Responsibilities: • Manage a caseload of financial mis-selling claims from initial instruction to resolution., • Draft correspondence, witness statements, letters of claim, and court documents., • Liaise with clients, financial institutions, experts, and counsel., • Conduct due diligence, document reviews, and factual investigations., • Undertake legal research to support ongoing and potential claims., • Prepare court bundles and assist in pre-litigation and litigation stages., • Maintain accurate records and update the case management system., • Ensure compliance with internal policies, SRA regulations, and FCA-related standards where applicable. Skill Requirements: • Minimum 12 – 18 months experience in financial mis-selling, consumer litigation, or civil claims., • Strong understanding of financial mis-selling regulations and claims handling processes., • Excellent written communication, negotiation, and client-care skills., • Confident working independently on a high-volume caseload., • Experience using case management systems (e.g., Proclaim or similar)., • Meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Qualifications: • Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification preferred., • Completion of LPC / SQE (desirable but not essential if experience is extensive). Full time/ hybrid-working/ salary dependent on experience

Job DescriptionJoin a team that puts people firstWe’re looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to become part of our growing, supportive, and family-friendly team in our centrally located Manchester office.If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional client service and want to develop your career in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.Why join usWe believe people do their best work when they feel supported — professionally and personally. That’s why we offer: • Family-friendly working practices, designed to help you balance work and home life., • Hybrid working, giving you flexibility while staying connected with your team., • Centrally located offices with great transport links., • Career development opportunities, including support for further qualifications., • A supportive, close-knit team with mentoring from senior colleagues., • Flexible hours to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance., • Access to Group Life Assurance and a range of additional Connells Group benefits.What you’ll be doing, • Managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including sales, purchases, leasehold and freehold transactions., • Communicating with clients and third parties such as estate agents, mortgage brokers, and local authorities to ensure every transaction progresses smoothly., • Preparing key legal documents, including contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and Land Registry forms., • Conducting searches and due diligence, ensuring all pre-and post-completion requirements are handled accurately and on time., • Maintaining compliance, keeping files organised and meeting all regulatory standards., • Overseeing completion and post-completion, including exchange of contracts, handling funds, and Land Registry submissions.What you’ll bring, • At least 1 year of fee-earning experience in conveyancing or a similar property law role., • Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures., • Excellent communication skills and a confident, client-focused approach., • High attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy caseload., • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively., • A collaborative mindset — someone who thrives in a team but can also work independently.Conveyancing Direct Property Lawyers is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.S&C00541

An exciting opportunity for a Consumer Credit Lawyer to join a leading global bank in Manchester as a Vice President. You will play a key role advising on FCA-regulated consumer finance matters, supporting business-critical legal strategy. Client Details Our client is a globally recognised financial institution with a strong presence in the UK and international markets. Known for its forward-thinking approach, the organisation invests heavily in innovation, employee development, and inclusive culture. It offers a collaborative environment where legal professionals are empowered to influence business decisions and drive regulatory excellence. Description The Consumer Credit Lawyer will be: • Advising on FCA-regulated consumer credit and lending matters, • Supporting product development and regulatory compliance initiatives, • Partnering with business teams to manage legal risk, • Drafting and negotiating finance and consumer credit documentation, • Keeping abreast of regulatory changes and advising on impacts Profile The Consumer Credit Lawyer should be: • A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ PQE in finance or consumer credit, • Experienced in FCA-regulated consumer lending frameworks, • Commercially minded with strong stakeholder management skills, • Skilled in drafting and negotiating financial services documentation, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, in-house or financial services environment Job Offer This is a standout opportunity to join a prestigious global bank offering a highly competitive salary (£74,000-£105,000) and excellent benefits package. You'll benefit from strong career progression pathways, flexible working, and exposure to complex, high-value legal work within a supportive and inclusive culture. This role offers the chance to step into a senior, influential position where your expertise will directly shape business outcomes. If you're an experienced Banking & Finance Lawyer, apply now or contact Lucy Martin for more information.

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and the most dynamic in its sector. We now have an exciting opportunity for a talented insurance lawyer within the Property Risks & Coverage Team. This role will be based in one of our regional offices in Bolton, Birmingham or Bristol and will specialise in handling a range of high-value subrogated property recovery files, typically in excess of £100K. We can be agile on location. You will handle a case of load of Property Risks matter files which will deal with a wide range of perils (fires, floods, impacts, product liability) from a selection of the team’s well known insurers. In addition, this is a role which involves the line management of a mini team so someone with people leadership skills will succeed in this role. This is a technical and at times client-facing role for a well-rounded lawyer, so you will have a keen interest in building client relationships through the delivery of training and mentoring as well as in delivering first class legal solutions to complex problems.The team regularly delivers training seminars and workshops to various insurer clients and the ideal candidate will have an interest and proven track record in client development and show a willingness to assist in the preparation and delivery of seminars on technical legal issues. Key Responsibilities From a file handling perspective tasks on your own case load will include: • Initial review/report to include consideration of funding, • Investigating evidential matters, gathering evidence in order to establish cause of action, • Conducting investigations with third parties, • Instructing counsel and experts, • Legal research, • Drafting generally, • Attending conferences and trials with counsel, • Dealing with routine correspondence, • Liaising with lay and insurer clients, • Engaging in settlement negotiations including consideration of and the drafting of Part 36 offers, • Preparing pre-action and interim applications, • Driving the litigation process, • Assisting with ADR (including mediation), • Court appointments, • Conducting advocacy by telephone and in person, • Ensure compliance with the SRA From a people perspective, you will support the BUD in: • The management of a team of a mini team in terms of service delivery and personal professional development which will include technical supervision;, • In ensuring that all members of the mini team have appropriate objectives in place and are measured against them in accordance with Keoghs performance management processes;, • In the recruitment and retention of personnel into the wider PRC team in order to maintain profitability and the ideal operating model; feeding into the PRC talent pipeline;, • In the effective, fair and transparent application of Keoghs people processes and procedures;, • By communicating in a clear, concise and engaging way to promote morale & motivation and in the giving of feedback. From a sales/BD perspective you will support the sales pipeline in: • The day to day management of a nominated account(s);, • The preparation and delivery of client MI;, • The preparation and delivery of client training events Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Qualified solicitor or equivalent with relevant technical capability, • Minimum of 3 years Claimant property litigation experience, • Experience of running a case load, • A working knowledge and understanding of delivery of client KPIs Required Soft Skills: • An ability to prioritise workload, • Ability to pay attention to detail, • Ability to work with case management systems, • The personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handlers Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa), • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets, • after successfully completing probation

About the Company We’re working with a leading Legal 500 ranked national law firm with a strong reputation in claimant work. With a genuinely people focused culture and a commitment to high-quality, meaningful legal work, they are continuing to grow their specialist costs team. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Costs Draftsman / Costs Lawyer to join a busy and expanding national team based in Manchester. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your development actively encouraged. Responsibilities • Drafting and preparing Court of Protection Bills of Costs for assessment, • Providing clear, practical advice and taking instructions from clients throughout the process, • Supporting wider costs drafting requirements across the business, including inter partes Bills of Costs where required, • Offering technical guidance and support to fee earners, • Contributing to the development of junior team members through mentoring or training (where appropriate) This role offers exposure to a varied and evolving caseload within a highly regarded national costs function. Qualifications • Minimum 2 years’ experience in costs drafting (in-house or external supplier background) Required Skills • Strong understanding of legal processes and costs procedures, • Experience using IT systems and time recording tools, • Ability to manage a busy caseload and competing deadlines with strong attention to detail, • A proactive and adaptable approach to changing priorities, • Excellent communication skills with a confident, professional manner Preferred Skills • ACL qualification or equivalent legal qualification (e.g. CILEX), • Exposure to multiple legal departments or wider costs disciplines Pay range and compensation package • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with option to purchase additional leave), • Competitive, flexible pension scheme, • Two paid volunteering days per year, • Westfield Health membership with medical cashback and Aviva Digital GP access, • Strong focus on wellbeing and mental health support, • Flexible hybrid working through a “Flexible by Choice” approach (role dependent) Equal Opportunity Statement This is a chance to join a growing Legal 500 firm with a strong claimant focus, where collaboration, development, and quality of work genuinely matter. You’ll be part of a team that values expertise, encourages progression, and supports a healthy work-life balance.

To support a Complex Disease Lawyer to manage and progress claims in accordance with appropriate strategies to secure desired outcomes for clients at appropriate levels of profitability. The Assistant will be supporting a Complex Disease Lawyer on a variety of complex disease cases. Key Responsibilities • Reviewing documents and preparing reports., • Dealing with disclosure., • Reviewing evidence (including medical/personnel records)., • Conducting investigations with Insured/obtaining witness statements., • Instructing Counsel/Experts, • Research., • Drafting generally., • Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel., • Dealing with routine correspondence., • Court appointments., • Liaising with and taking instructions from Insurers and Insureds., • Ensure adherence to Court timetables, • To ensure compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct 2011., • Adhere to the Keoghs ValuesSkills, Knowledge & Expertise, • Technically proficient in dealing with a range of mixed disease cases., • Effective negotiator., • Ability to use own initiative., • Flexibility in relation to tasks undertaken., • Good listening and verbal communication skills., • Ability to maintain concentration and pay attention to detail., • Ability to self-organise and self-prioritise, • Ability to work under pressure and to target, • An enthusiastic and hardworking individual, • Good level of IT skills Our culture is focussed on making Davies sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our five values are at the heart of everything we do; Values:We are connectedWe are DynamicWe are InnovativeWe succeed together Job Benefits • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)- will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining., • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare - 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites

Role: Complex Injury Assistant Lawyer / SolicitorArea of expertise: EL / PL / RTASalary: Dependant upon experience / discussed at application stageLocation: North-West / BoltonWe are looking for a qualified solicitor with experience in complex injury litigation to join our Complex Injury Claims Team, working closely with a Partner, Rob Gray on a high-quality caseload of large loss and catastrophic injury matters. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in high value multi-track litigation, assisting on cases involving brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations, fatal accidents and other life-changing injuries across EL, PL and RTA claims. You will gain hands-on experience on challenging claims and play a key role in shaping litigation strategy while working directly with sophisticated insurer clients. The Partner also has a specialism in handling chronic pain cases and a provision for attention to details. Key Responsibilities Working as part of a collaborative team, you will support the Partner in progressing claims from instruction through to resolution. Your work will include: • Assisting with the management of a caseload of complex, high-value catastrophic injury claims, • Conducting detailed forensic analysis of extensive medical and quantum evidence, • Preparing chronologies and identifying key issues, anomalies and evidential gaps, • Analysing liability evidence and litigation risk, • Reviewing medical records and instructing appropriate medical experts, • Drafting clear, concise technical advice on indemnity, liability, quantum, causation and strategy, • Preparing pleadings, applications and witness statements, • Liaising with insurers, insured parties, witnesses and other stakeholders, • Instructing counsel and attending conferences, mediations and Joint Settlement Meetings, • Supporting attendance at court hearings, settlement discussions and trials, • Proactively identifying next steps to progress matters efficiently, • Supervising and delegating work to a Complex Injury Paralegal, supporting their development, • Maintaining accurate records on the case management system and ensuring SRA complianceSkills, Knowledge & Expertise We are looking for someone who combines technical ability with strong analytical thinking and attention to detail. You will have: • Qualification as a Solicitor, • Experience handling catastrophic or large loss injury claims, • Strong understanding of indemnity, liability and quantum, • Experience analysing complex medical and quantum evidence, • Knowledge of litigation procedure and relevant case law, • The ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of tasks, • Confidence in communicating with clients, counsel and colleagues, • A proactive approach and the ability to support and delegate work to a Paralegal #INDUKI Job Benefits We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including: • Hybrid working (minimum 1 day per week in office), • Private medical insurance, • Permanent health insurance, • Critical illness cover, • Health Care Cash Plan, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • rising to 26 days after 5 years, • rising to 27 days after 10 years, • option to buy/sell up to 3 days, • Employer pension contribution, • Death in service cover, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Tech Scheme, • Season Ticket Loan, • GymFlex membership

Your new company You'll be joining a well‑established, forward‑thinking organisation recognised for its strength in delivering high‑quality legal and business services across multiple sectors. The firm offers a collaborative, inclusive culture with a strong focus on professional development, innovation and long‑term career growth. Your new role You'll play a key role in advising clients on complex environmental and sustainability issues across major transactions, regulatory investigations and high‑impact projects. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you'll deliver strategic, commercially focused guidance while helping shape environmental risk, compliance and policy outcomes. What you'll need to succeed You'll bring a solid foundation in environmental law, typically gained over 3+ years' PQE, with experience spanning both contentious and non‑contentious matters. Your ability to manage investigations, advise confidently on complex regulatory issues and work collaboratively across teams will be key to succeeding in this role. What you'll get in return You'll enjoy the benefits of working within a progressive, sustainability‑focused practice that offers meaningful exposure to high‑value environmental work and clear opportunities to advance your career. You'll also benefit from a competitive salary and a flexible hybrid working arrangement. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 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

Family Paralegal / 1+ PQE / Manchester / £30,000 (DOE) / This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Paralegal looking to further develop their skills and experience in family law. The role offers strong career development within a supportive and professional environment – To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref:JOB TITLE: Family Paralegal PQE REQUIRED: 1+ LOCATION: Manchester SALARY: Up to £30,000 DOE THE ROLE:This role involves providing day-to-day support to Solicitors and Fee Earners across a broad range of private family law matters. The successful candidate will assist with cases involving divorce, financial remedy proceedings, private children matters and general family law applications. Responsibilities will include preparing and managing case files, drafting correspondence and court documents, liaising with clients, counsel, courts and other professionals and ensuring files are maintained in line with regulatory and procedural requirements. The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy within a busy department.THE CANDIDATE:The ideal candidate will have at least one year’s experience working as a Paralegal within a legal practice, with previous experience in a family or immigration department being strongly preferred. The successful candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, confident legal drafting ability and a professional, client focused approach. The ability to work effectively within a team, manage competing deadlines and deal with confidential matters discreetly is essential. A genuine interest in family law and a willingness to learn and develop within the area are key attributes for this role.HOW TO APPLY:Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on / or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Title: RTA Litigation Paralegal Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 Days WFH) An established national law firm is seeking an experienced Recoveries Litigation Fee Earner to join its busy and high performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fee earner to manage a high volume caseload of RTA recovery and uninsured losses recovery claims within a fast paced environment. The Opportunity You will take ownership of a caseload of litigated RTA recovery matters, working to maximise recoveries while delivering high quality client service. The role offers autonomy, consistent workflow and fantastic progression opportunities. Benefits \n • Flexible hybrid working pattern, • Brilliant progression opportunities, • Competitive salary, • Comprehensive benefits package\n About You \n • Experience managing a caseload of RTA and/or uninsured losses recovery claims., • Demonstrable ability of handling a litigated caseload., • Excellent negotiation and communication skills. \n If you are an experienced RTA Fee Earner looking to manage a litigated caseload and maximise your earning potential in a performance driven environment, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. #INDMADN

COMMERCIAL PROPERY PARALEGAL, GREATER MANCHESTER, TO C£30,000 + BENEFITS– Successful, Legal 500 firm is seeking a Paralegal to join its Commercial Property team. JOB REF:3903• Working closely with the Head of Department, this permanent role offers exposure to a broad range of commercial property transactions alongside varied legal administration responsibilities.• This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop their legal career within a supportive and collaborative environment.• The successful candidate will be a law graduate with around 12 months experience in commercial property law.• You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively under pressure and excellent organisational skills.• It is essential that you have a proactive, self-motivated attitude with commitment to delivering high levels of service. • You will be joining a friendly and supportive firm that offers genuine career progression opportunities • To apply contact Melanie Daly at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas – “a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients”. A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Department Background: The Legal 500 independent legal directory applauds our Family legal team has “superbly reliable”, “professional, personable, and very efficient”. The department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. Our family team includes solicitors who have achieved the Law Society’s Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring our clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. The Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions. Main Responsibilities of the Role • Report directly to Department Director, • Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs, • Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Family matters (LAA Funded and Private client work) as well as undertaking your own advocacy, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases, • Dealing with correspondence, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, • Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence, • Attending conferences and court, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly, • Ensuring compliance with file management. Key Skills Required • Demonstrate passion and legal experience in a broad range of Family Law, • A strong academic background with a Law degree, • Clear understanding and application of Family Laws, • Business acumen and the ability to market the Company, • Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people, • Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance, • Committed team player, self -motivated and professional, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills What we offer • Competitive salary, • A fantastic supportive team, • Excellent progression opportunities, • Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our company website to apply using our online process.

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have an exciting opportunity for a talented insurance lawyer within the Property Risks & Coverage Team. This role is based in our Bolton office but flexible working is encouraged for the right candidate. The Recoveries sub specialist team work across the national offices but primarily from Bolton and Bristol. The SCT/FT team work collaboratively across offices so geographic location is not a crucial factor for this role. The is a Claimant role and the successful candidate will handle a case of load of Household and Commercial Property recovery files which cover a cross section of perils from a selection of the team’s well known insurers up to a value of £25K typically. Key Responsibilities • Initial review/report – considering funding, prospects of successful recovery and triage of claim, • Reviewing evidence, • Conducting investigations and establishing causes of action, • Instructing counsel and experts, • Legal research, • Drafting generally including letter of claim, claim form and particulars to commence proceedings, • Attending conferences and trials with counsel, • Dealing with routine correspondence, • Liaising with lay and insurer clients, • Engaging in settlement negotiations including consideration and drafting of Part 36 offers, • Preparing pre-action and interim applications, • Preparing documents for trial, • Assisting with ADR (including mediation), • Court appointments, • Conducting advocacy by telephone and in person, • Ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Working Hours 35 hours per week Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton, Parklands Office Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Recruitment Criteria: • Previous experience in a Defendant or Claimant litigation firm, • An ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands, • Ability to pay attention to detail, • Ability to work with case management systems Required Soft Skills: • The personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handlers ValuesOur culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our five values are at the heart of everything we do; We are connectedWe are DynamicWe are InnovativeWe succeed together Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa), • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets, • after successfully completing probation

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have a number of exciting opportunities to join our Property Risks and Coverage Recoveries team. Flexible working is encouraged for the right candidates.Our cases require a collaborative approach and you will be part of a team which will typically handle property damage claims arising from fires, floods, product liability and other perils. This is not a file handling role. You will be part of a team and will be supporting more experienced lawyers who will be pursuing Household and Commercial recovery matters.The team acts on behalf of a number of the key insurer clients for the firm.The team has a particular focus Claimant recoveries and the work that the team does will involve advising a number of well-known insurers on issues of funding, prospects of success, evidential matters arising from fires, floors and other perils.This is an assisting role and you will not be required to handle a case load in your own right. You will be working on delegated tasks on files belonging to the wider team. Key accountabilities for role will include: Key Accountabilities Key accountabilities for the role will include: • Chasing documents, • Collating documents for lawyers needed to consider strategy, • Diarising Court orders and other critical dates, • Arranging conferences, • Arranging Counsel and other expert attendance, • Legal research & completing factual chronologies, • Ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Working Hours35 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Experience, Skills and Qualifications Essential Skills and Attributes: • Degree level education and/or Post graduate, • An ability to prioritise workload, • Ability to pay attention to detail, • Ability to work with case management systems, • The personal skills to deal with competing demands of your team of lawyers Desirable • Previous experience of working in a team which handles insurance claims, • Knowledge of the sorts of disputes dealt with by the PRC team ValuesOur culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our four values are at the heart of everything we do;We are connectedWe are DynamicWe are InnovativeWe succeed together Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death In Service – after 1 years’ service, • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets *after successfully completing probation

Your new company Our client is a well‑regarded private practice known for delivering tailored residential property services to long‑standing individuals, families, and trusts. They focus on bespoke, non‑volume work where each matter requires careful judgment and close collaboration across teams. Your new role The role involves managing a varied caseload of residential property matters from initial instruction through to post‑completion, with a strong emphasis on bespoke, non‑volume work. You will act as a key point of contact for clients and colleagues, providing clear, practical advice on transactions and wider property issues. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a 3+ PQE Solicitor or a Licenced Conveyancer with strong experience managing residential conveyancing files independently, including interpreting surveys and resolving a range of property issues. Clear communication, solid technical knowledge, and a proactive approach to progressing transactions and supporting clients will be essential. What you'll get in return The successful candidate will benefit from high‑quality, bespoke residential conveyancing work supported by an established and loyal client base. You will enjoy ongoing opportunities for progression and development, while working within a collaborative and supportive team environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 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 Family Law Legal Assistant or Paralegal looking for a new opportunity within a Legal 500 recognised firm? This role offers a generous holiday allowance, firm-funded eye tests, a monthly holiday bonus scheme where additional days off can be earned by achieving regional income targets, and ongoing training to support your professional development.The position is ideally suited to a Legal Assistant with a strong background in secretarial and administrative support. While experience in Legal Aid work is preferred, it is not essential, as full training will be provided.What will be expected of you as a Legal Assistant: • Responding to queries from clients, solicitors, and other relevant parties in a timely and professional manner, • Providing regular updates to clients and tracking the progress of matters, • Opening and closing case files on the case management system in accordance with the firm’s AML, quality assurance protocols, and SRA regulatory requirements, • Assisting in the supervised drafting of routine correspondence, legal forms, and documents, • Submitting and registering legal forms and documentation with HMCTS and the Legal Aid Agency, • Maintaining accurate contact lists and managing calendars on behalf of fee earners, • Monitoring key deadlines, managing appointments, and coordinating diaries, • Preparing and processing invoices, receipts, and payments in collaboration with the finance department, • Handling incoming client telephone calls during peak times, • Providing reception cover as required, • Preparing and handling banking and postal duties, • Performing general administrative tasks to support daily operations, • Undertaking other duties as necessary to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the officeBenefits:, • Generous holiday allowance, • Company pension scheme, • Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn extra days off by meeting performance targets), • Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests, • Extensive training and development opportunities, including support for professional qualification studyThis is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking to join a respected firm and make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and supportive dispute resolution team.If you're a Legal Assistant ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37254.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have a number exciting opportunities for a talented insurance lawyers to join the Property Risks & Coverage Team. These roles will be based in our Bolton or Bristol offices and will focus on the Recoveries specialism. Flexible working is encouraged for the right candidate. Our recoveries team work across the national offices primarily out of our Bolton and Bristol offices however location is not the determining factor for success in this role. This is a Claimant role and the successful candidate will handle a case of load of Household and Commercial Property recovery files which will deal with a wide range of perils (fires, floods, product liability) from a selection of the team’s well known insurers. Typically the value of these claims exceed £10,000 and we are looking for candidates who can handle claims valued between £10 and £100K and upwards of £100K. Experience in terms of claims valued over £100K will be a differential. This is a technical and at times client-facing role for a well-rounded lawyer, so you will have a keen interest in building client relationships through the delivery of training and mentoring as well as in delivering first class legal solutions to complex problems. The team regularly delivers training seminars and workshops to various insurer clients and the ideal candidate will have an interest in client development and show a willingness to assist in the preparation and delivery of seminars on technical legal issues. Key Responsibilities • Initial review/report to include consideration of funding, prospects of successful recovery and triage, • Investigating evidential matters, gathering evidence in order to establish cause of action, • Conducting investigations with third parties, • Instructing counsel and experts, • Legal research, • Drafting generally to include letter of claim, claim form and particulars for issue, • Attending conferences and trials with counsel, • Dealing with routine correspondence, • Liaising with lay and insurer clients, • Engaging in settlement negotiations including consideration of and the drafting of Part 36 offers, • Preparing pre-action and interim applications, • Driving the litigation process as Claimant to ultimate conclusion, • Assisting with ADR (including mediation), • Court appointments, • Conducting advocacy by telephone and in person, • To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Working Hours35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Office location for this role is Bristol Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Recruitment Criteria: • Qualified solicitor or equivalent with relevant technical capability, • 0 - 3 years Defendant’s property litigation experience, • Experience of running a case load, • A working knowledge and understanding of the Household and Commercial recoveries Required Soft Skills: • An ability to prioritise workload, • Ability to pay attention to detail, • Ability to work with case management systems, • The personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handler ValuesOur culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our four values are at the heart of everything we do.We are connected We are Dynamic We are Innovative We succeed together Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa), • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets, • after successfully completing probation

Title: Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 Days Working From Home Per Week) This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal to join an industry-leading firm nationally recognised for its expertise in personal injury matters. The firm has an excellent culture with a supportive and welcoming working environment with a focus on progression and development. The Opportunity You will manage your own caseload of Fast Tract RTA personal injury claims through the OIC Portal, working within a supportive and fast paced team environment. The role offers strong exposure to litigated personal injury work, excellent training and progression opportunities, and the chance to develop your expertise within a nationally recognised team. About You You will be enthusiastic and looking to progress with your career. You will have existing experience of running your own caseload of personal injury claims and working knowledge of the OIC portal. Benefits \n • Flexible hybrid working with 3 days working from home., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Excellent progression and development opportunities., • Supportive and collaborative working environment. \n Apply If you are a Personal Injury Paralegal looking to progress your career within a leading RTA Litigation Team, apply now or please get in touch for a confidential discussion. #INDMADN

\n\n Your new company \nYou will be joining a well-established and highly regarded local authority legal service, recognised for delivering high-quality legal advice across a broad range of public sector matters. Operating at the heart of decision-making, the team plays a vital role in supporting the safeguarding and wellbeing of children and families, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to achieve the best possible outcomes. \nThe service is collaborative, forward-thinking and committed to professional development, offering the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful cases within a supportive and well-resourced environment. \n \nYour new role \nAs a Senior Lawyer within the Children and Families team, you will manage a busy and varied caseload focused primarily on public children law, including section 31 care proceedings and Deprivation of Liberty matters. \nYou will be responsible for handling complex and sensitive cases from start to finish, providing high-quality legal advice and representation, including advocacy in contested hearings. You will work closely with clients to deliver clear, strategic and solution-focused guidance, often within politically sensitive environments. \nYou will be supported by a Legal Officer, who will assist with case preparation, drafting and evidence gathering, alongside a dedicated business support team handling bundling and administrative tasks. \nIn addition to your caseload, you may contribute to mentoring junior colleagues, delivering training to clients, and supporting wider service development. This is a role where your expertise, professionalism and ability to influence will have a direct impact on outcomes for vulnerable individuals. \nContract details: \n* Duration: Initial contract to end of October 2026 (with potential for extension) \n* Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week \n* Working pattern: Hybrid (c. 1 day per week in the office, flexibility considered) \n \nWhat you'll need to succeed \n\n\n\t • Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister (with litigation rights) or CILEX Lawyer (with advocacy certificate), with a current practising certificate\n\t, • Strong experience in public children law, including section 31 proceedings and related applications\n\t, • Proven advocacy skills, with confidence representing clients in contested hearings\n\t, • Excellent case management skills, with the ability to handle complex, high-volume workloads with minimal supervision\n\t, • Strong analytical and drafting skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical advice on complex legal issues\n\t, • Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders\n\t, • A proactive, solution-focused approach and the ability to work in a politically sensitive environment\n\n\n \nWhat you need to do now \nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, \n\n \n\n

Housing Litigation Paralegals | Nationwide opportunities A Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated 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. Housing Department Background: Our client’s Housing team, Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy", The Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. Our Client handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Their solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Report directly to Department Director, • Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs, • Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases, • Dealing with correspondence, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly, • Ensuring compliance with file management. Key Skills Required • Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of publically funded Housing Law, • A strong academic background with a Law degree, • Legal experience as a Housing Paralegal/Advisor, • Clear understanding and application of Housing Laws, • Business acumen and the ability to market the Company, • Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people, • Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance, • Committed team player, self -motivated and professional, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Are you an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant seeking an exciting opportunity with a Legal 500 firm? The Firm offer a range of benefits to include a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, bonus schemes and development opportunities. Our client is looking for a skilled and motivated Commercial Property Legal Assistant to collaborate with the Head of the Commercial Property department, providing support on a variety of transactions and legal administrative tasks. The Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills. What will be expected of you as a Commercial Property Legal Assistant ? • Managing tasks efficiently under time pressures and prioritising effectively, • Skilled in handling confidential matters with discretion, • Strong organisational abilities and a methodical approach to work, • Commitment to providing excellent service to both clients and colleaguesBenefits for this Commercial Property Legal Assistant role:, • Competitive salary, • 26 days holiday + BHs, • Target related bonuses, • Training and development opportunities, • Holiday bonus schemeFor more information on this Commercial Property Legal Assistant role please contact Mia Henderson quoting vacancy reference 37162.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

Personal Injury Lawyer, 2+ Years PQE, c£55,000 (DOE), Manchester. We are currently looking for a Lawyer to join this Employers’ Liability department. On offer is a generous commission structure, where all lawyers, get a percentage of every case they win. Generous salaries, productive working environment, inspiring peer group and a caring culture. There is so much more to tell you about this exciting career opportunity, so call me and we can discuss in further detail. Call or email . Job Ref:3945PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER/SOLICITOR:You will manage your own caseload of predominately pre and post issue fast track employers’ liability cases. Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements, negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary. Working in a target driven, fast paced environment. Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. You will have a proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload, a focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for clients. Ability to handle EL fast-track cases. Although predominately a non-portal caseload – the successful candidate should have experience of the portal. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system is advantageous.HOW TO APPLY:To apply contact Melanie Daly at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Role: Children Paralegal - Manchester A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Children 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. Family & Children Department Background: Our client’s Family & Children department is ranked and recognised by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. The family team includes practitioners who have achieved the Law Society’s Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring their clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. In addition, our client’s Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions. Main Duties and Responsibilities • Report directly to Department Director, • Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs, • Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Children / Child Care matters (LAA Funded and Private client work) as well as undertaking your own advocacy, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases, • Dealing with correspondence, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, • Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence, • Attending conferences and court, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly, • Ensuring compliance with file management Key Skills Required • Demonstrate passion and legal experience in a broad range of Children Law, • A strong academic background with a Law degree, • Clear understanding and application of Children Law, • Business acumen and the ability to market the Company, • Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people, • Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance., • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. About Gemini Recruitment and Equal opportunities: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. If this is sounds of interest, apply now for one of our agents to contact you. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Head of New Office / Senior Conveyancer / Residential Property Lawyer \n \nLocation: Central Manchester \n \nSalary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits \n \nJob Type: Full-time, Permanent (Hybrid Working Available) \n \nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Conveyancer / Residential Property Lawyer to play a pivotal role in the brand new Manchester office of a well-established national law firm. \n \nThis role is ideal for either: \n\n\n\t • An experienced Senior Conveyancer looking to step into a leadership position, or\n\t, • An ambitious Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer (2+ PQE) seeking a genuine “step-up” opportunity\n\n\n You will benefit from high-quality work from day one, full autonomy, and significant investment from the firm to build and grow your own team. \nA client following is not required, but those with one and/or prior management experience will be well-positioned to command a higher salary. \n \nKey Responsibilities: \n\n\n\t • Play a key role in developing and growing the Manchester conveyancing offering\n\t, • Collaborate with colleagues and support the wider property team\n\t, • Deliver a high-quality, client-focused service with regular communication\n\n\n \nRequirements: \n\n\n\t • Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential conveyancing\n\t, • Ability to manage a full caseload independently\n\t, • Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer (preferred, not essential)\n\n\n \nWhat’s on Offer: \n\n\n\t • Clear and genuine career progression, including leadership opportunities\n\t, • Hybrid working to support work-life balance\n\t, • Ongoing training and development from experienced property professionals\n\t, • Opportunity to build and lead a team within a growing office\n\t, • Competitive salary and benefits package, with scope for higher earnings based on experience and following\n\n\n \n \n

Legal Assistant Permanent Location – Media City - Onsite HF. People. Not just lawyers. We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law We know it’s you who makes the difference. Administrative Support, Legal Assistant, Paralegal Support, Litigation Administrator, Legal Support, no matter what your title is, it’s a great time to join HF Recoveries. Our success is breeding success. So, if you are ambitious and hardworking then you can be part of something exciting as we grow and develop together. Legal Assistant HF Recoveries are recruiting for Legal Assistants, to support our Litigation teams. We are looking for talented people, with great customer service skills to help our impressive list of Client Insurers and their Policyholders through the litigation process as we recover their outstanding outlay and uninsured losses. No day is the same in HF Recoveries, and our Legal Assistants are great team players who become brilliant at multi-tasking. As a Legal Assistant you will manage your own workload, handle inbound and outbound telephone calls, prepare legal documentation, and update legal cases for our Clients and Policyholders. If you are hardworking, well organised, enjoy working as part of a successful team, have a confident telephone manner and enjoy using your initiative, then we can help you build a long and rewarding legal career in Litigation with HF Recoveries. So many of our Legal Assistants have shown ambition and been promoted into senior Litigation handling roles and Team Leader positions. If you are interested, please read on. What's in it for you? Quite a lot really. We offer attractive salaries as well as hybrid and flexible working hours, once you have successfully passed your six months’ probation period. We want your career to flourish, and we will continually invest in you, offering you lots of training and support. We’re always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll have access to, as part of our team: • 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service, • Hybrid working after successfully completing your 6 months’ probation period, • Private healthcare provision, • Company pension scheme, • Enhanced parental leave, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Life insurance and income protection, • Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service, • Season ticket loans, • Flu vouchers, • Bonus scheme, • Perks at work scheme package, • Free Parking Next steps? If you are ready to apply, the button is below! Please submit your application along with a cover letter stating why we should offer you a position in the Recoveries department. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you. Please note this is a full-time position, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday based from our office at Media City, Salford Quays.

A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Construction Lawyer to join a leading housebuilding business in the North West. You'll play a key role delivering high-quality legal advice on non-contentious construction matters across major residential developments. This is a strategic, business-facing position with real influence. Client Details Our client is a FTSE-listed leader in the UK residential development sector, recognised for delivering high-quality homes and sustainable communities nationwide. Known for its strong financial performance and commitment to innovation, the business offers a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where legal teams work closely with commercial stakeholders. Employees benefit from a supportive environment, clear career pathways, and a focus on long-term development and wellbeing. Description The In-house Senior Construction Lawyer will be: • Advising on a wide range of non-contentious construction matters, • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and related documentation, • Supporting land, planning, and development teams on project delivery, • Managing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance, • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes Profile The Senior Construction Lawyer should be: • A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years' PQE in construction law, • Experienced in non-contentious construction matters and contracts, • Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills, • Confident working autonomously within a fast-paced environment, • Ideally experienced within in-house or real estate/development sectors Experience in Building and Construction would be great. Job Offer Salary up to £90k plus car allowance and benefits. Hybrid working from local office, Manchester or Warrington area.

Private Law Secretary / Legal Assistant – Family DepartmentLocation: BoltonHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch break)Salary: Competitive and negotiable depending on experienceAbout the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Law Secretary / Legal Assistant to join a busy and well-established Family Department based in Bolton. Working within a friendly and supportive team environment, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors, ensuring the smooth running of client matters and daily operations. Ongoing training, guidance and professional development will be provided.Key Responsibilities • Providing full secretarial support to a solicitor within the Family Department, • Audio typing and document preparation, • Arranging client appointments and meetings, • Managing diaries and scheduling commitments, • Handling telephone enquiries from clients and external agencies, • Maintaining and updating case management systems and databases, • Assisting with general administrative duties to support the departmentSkills & Experience Required, • Previous experience working in a private family law secretarial or legal assistant role, • Excellent typing and document production skills, • Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications, • Professional and confident telephone manner, • Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, • Friendly, professional and client-focused approachBenefits, • Competitive salary, • Pension scheme, • Attendance bonus, • Workplace nursery scheme, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Additional holiday entitlement through long-service accrual, • Birthday leave, • Life insurance (2x annual salary), • Long Service Awards, • Discounted rail travel scheme, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Quarterly staff wellbeing initiatives, • Employee referral bonus schemes, • Discounted legal services, • Monthly staff prize draw, • Charity and fundraising events, • Annual social events and Christmas celebrationsTraining & Development, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities, • Internal workshops and professional development sessions, • Compliance and legal sector webinars, • Supportive team environment with mentoring and guidanceIf you are an experienced legal secretary or legal assistant with a background in private family law and are looking to join a busy and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have an exciting opportunity for talented insurance lawyers to join our Property Risks and Coverage Team. This role is based in Bolton. Flexible working is encouraged for the right candidates.Our cases require a collaborative approach and you will be part of a team handling liability and quantum claims, handling cases in your own right. This caseload involves acting for most of the leading UK insurers on issues ranging from impact damage, fires, escapes of water, escapes of oil, collision damage as well as boundary disputes, trespass and nuisance claims. Key Responsibilities The role has a particular focus on defended liability claims and the work will involve advising a number of well-known insurers directly on issues of liability, quantum in respect of claims as noted above.Key accountabilities for the role will include:• Reviewing documents and preparing reports• Dealing with disclosure• Reviewing witness and expert evidence• Conducting investigations• Instructing counsel and experts• Legal research• Drafting court documents generally• Attending conferences and trials with counsel• Dealing with routine correspondence• Liaising with lay and insurer clients• Engaging in settlement negotiations, including consideration and drafting of Part 36 offers• Preparing pre-action and interim applications• Preparing documents and bundles for trial• Assisting with ADR (including mediation)• Court appointments• Conducting advocacy by telephone and in person• Ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & RegulationsWorking Hours35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Required/Essential • Previous litigation experience, • Knowledge and understanding of the types of disputes handled by the department, • An ability to prioritise workload, • Ability to pay attention to detail, • Ability to work with case management systems, • Ability to record time and consider profitability/economics of claims, • Ability to work with fast pace litigation using initiative, • Degree level Education and/or Post graduate (preferably Law) Desirable • Previous experience of dealing with property insurance claims, • Knowledge of property liability related issues, breach of contract, negligence, property, and subrogated claims. Required Soft Skills: • Critical thinking, • Time management, • Ability to prioritise Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our five values are at the heart of everything we do. Keoghs values:We are connectedWe are DynamicWe are InnovativeWe succeed together Benefits • Davies Incentive Plan, • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), • Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining., • Simply Health Care Cash Plan, • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing, • Death in Service, • Critical Illness Cover, • PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance), • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer, • Employee Resource Groups, • Employee Volunteering Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Tech Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loan*, • Gym Flex*, • Access to Online Discount Sites, • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership, • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide, • Discounts at local retail outlets, • after successfully completing probation

Family Legal Assistant / Secretary Location: [Insert Location] Salary: Attractive salary dependent on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:15pm (fully office based) An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Legal Assistant / Secretary to join a busy and supportive legal team. This role would suit someone with previous family law experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and providing high-quality administrative support. Key Responsibilities • Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors and third parties, • Providing regular client updates and monitoring matter progression, • Opening and closing files on the case management system in line with AML procedures, quality standards and SRA regulations, • Assisting with the drafting of basic correspondence, legal forms and documents under supervision, • Preparing and submitting documents to HMCTS and the Legal Aid Agency, • Maintaining contact lists, calendars and diaries for fee earners, • Monitoring deadlines, appointments and key dates, • Preparing and submitting bills, payments and receipts while liaising with the finance team, • Handling overflow telephone calls from clients, • Providing reception cover when required, • Preparing banking and post duties, • Carrying out general administrative support tasks, • Supporting the wider team to ensure the smooth running of the office Requirements • Previous experience working as a Family Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, • Strong understanding of the day-to-day operations within a legal office, • Excellent IT skills including Word, Excel and Outlook, • Experience using case management systems, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Excellent organisational and administrative abilities, • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure, • High attention to detail and accuracy Benefits • Immediate start available, • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Pension scheme, • Holiday bonus scheme, • Firm-funded eye tests

Risk Lawyer Hybrid Working Manchester, Bristol, Biringham or Scotland Full time or Part timeI’m currently working with a leading national law firm with a fast-growing Risk & Compliance team, looking to hire an experienced Risk Lawyer into a new position within their established legal risk function.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor with experience advising on regulatory and contractual risk matters within a law firm environment, who is looking to join a highly respected and collaborative team.The Role?• Advising on client engagement terms, outside counsel guidelines, panel appointments and commercial contracts• Supporting partnership governance matters including lateral hires and retirements• Advising on SRA Standards & Regulations and wider legal regulatory obligations• Assisting with supplier agreements, policy reviews and wider strategic risk projects• Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business on operational and regulatory mattersAbout you?• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE• Previous experience within a law firm Risk & Compliance function• Strong understanding of SRA regulations and legal risk management• Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentWhat's in it for you?• Hybrid and flexible working available• National firm with genuine career progression opportunities• Collaborative and forward-thinking culture• Strong benefits package• Opportunity to join a growing and highly visible compliance functionInterested?Know someone who could be great?Reach out, let's have a confidential conversation!

\n\n Your new company \n \nThis Manchester law firm has a strong track record for its motor defence work. \n \nYour new role \n \nThis motor defence solicitor role will see you join an established team that has a very strong presence in this sector. You will handle the full range of motor defence work including serious injury and fatality cases. Working alongside respected colleagues, you will enjoy an interesting caseload. \n \nWhat you'll need to succeed \n \nYou should be a motor defence or criminal lawyer with 5+ years' pqe. With very good client care skills, you should have a track record of providing a first class service. \n \nWhat you'll get in return \n \nThis is an excellent motor defence solicitor role where you will work with other experts in this field. The firm can provide a super platform for your career together with one of the strongest remuneration packages in the market. \n \nWhat you need to do now \n \nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, \n\n \n\n

Role: Family Paralegal - Manchester \n\n Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Family Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. \n\n 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. \n\n 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. \n\n Family & Children Department Background: \n\n Our client’s Family & Children department is ranked and recognised by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. The family team includes practitioners who have achieved the Law Society’s Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring their clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. \n\n In addition, our client’s Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions. \n\n Main Duties and Responsibilities \n\n\n\t • Report directly to Department Director\n\t, • Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs\n\t, • Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Family and Child Care matters (LAA Funded and Private client work) as well as undertaking your own advocacy\n\t, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases\n\t, • Dealing with correspondence\n\t, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency\n\t, • Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence\n\t, • Attending conferences and court\n\t, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures\n\t, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly\n\t, • Ensuring compliance with file management\n\n\n Key Skills Required \n\n\n\t • Demonstrate passion and legal experience in a broad range of Family & Children Law\n\t, • A strong academic background with a Law degree\n\t, • Clear understanding and application of Family & Children Law\n\t, • Business acumen and the ability to market the Company\n\t, • Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people\n\t, • Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance.\n\t, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills\n\n\n This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. \n\n On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. \n\n The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. \n\n About Gemini Recruitment: \n\n Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. \n\n By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

\n\n Your new company \n \nThis Manchester law firm has a strong brand and well regarded property litigation team. \n \nYour new role \n \nAs the team continues to win work, it is looking to hire a property litigation lawyer to join its nicely sized team. You can look forward to handling a broad range of property litigation work for a client base that has real depth to it. The quality of work is first rate and you will have the chance to build long-standing relationships with clients. \n \nWhat you'll need to succeed \n \nYou should be a property litigation lawyer with 1-6 years' pqe. With a commercial and client focused approach, you should be a well rounded team player. \n \nWhat you'll get in return \n \nThis is a super opportunity for a real estate litigation lawyer to join a firm that is noted for offering one of the best working environments around together with a good work/life balance. The firm can provide an excellent platform for the next stage of your career and offers good hybrid flexibility. The salary on offer is extremely competitive and is negotiable depending on your experience. \n \nWhat you need to do now \n \n \nIf this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \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