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Taxation Solicitor Consultant Partner | Fully Remote (UK) Kingsley Wood is an innovative legal consultancy at the forefront of changing how lawyers work today. Our platform offers true independence and autonomy, combined with the strength of a trusted community and a well-established infrastructure. We provide the tools, support, and framework our Consultant Partners need to thrive and build successful, sustainable practices, empowering experienced litigators to focus on delivering outstanding client outcomes while growing their own business. What we offer A genuine consultant partner model with autonomy and flexibility and competitive fees share structure • Full administrative, compliance, and operational support, • Access to a collaborative partner network, • Modern legal tech infrastructure, • The ability to build a sustainable, scalable litigation client following without traditional firm constraints, • Earn up to 85% of what you bill, the minimum being 75%, • Flexibility on hours and days you work, • PII cover The Role We are seeking a taxation solicitor with strong experience across a broad range of complex taxation law to work in the capacity of a Partner and participating in business development. If you are a taxation solicitor looking for the next step in your career, enjoying full control over your client relationships, fee arrangements, this opportunity is perfect for you. The Candidate You will be an experienced, commercially astute lawyer who: • 4 years’+ PQE in taxation law, • Demonstrates strong technical drafting and advocacy skills, • Is comfortable generating work through existing contacts and business development initiatives, • Is ambitious, entrepreneurial, and motivated to grow their own client following, • Thrives in a flexible, modern working environment Candidates with an existing client following or clear business plan will be particularly attractive.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative in-house legal team currently made up of Legal Counsels, a Senior Legal Counsel, and a Head of Legal. You will take full ownership of your matters, from pre-litigation stages to managing external counsel and will be responsible for all your own adm

Litigation Legal Secretary - Are you an experienced Legal Secretary within a Litigation department seeking a hybrid working arrangment?. Our client in North London with excellent transport links are currently recruiting for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary with a minimum of 2 years experien

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

Lawhive is a new kind of law firm - one designed around lawyers, not just clients. We’re building a future where lawyers can focus on what they do best: delivering excellent legal advice, without the noise of admin, inefficient tools, or unnecessary overhead. Our platform supports experienced lawyers with a steady stream of quality client work, purpose-built technology, and the flexibility to work fully remotely, in a hybrid setup, or from one of our hubs - whatever suits your life and practice best. We specialise in helping individuals and small businesses with legal issues that matter deeply to them. From property and tenancy to disputes and consumer rights. Behind the scenes, our AI supports routine admin and document work, helping you get back hours each week. We’re on a mission to make legal help more accessible and affordable, and we believe the best way to do that is by empowering great lawyers to do their best work. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking, fully remote legal team backed by top-tier investors including Google Ventures, Balderton, and TQ Ventures. We’ve just raised one of Europe’s largest Series A rounds in 2024 and are growing fast - with you at the centre of our next chapter. The Role Are you passionate about law and excited by the future of legal technology? We’re seeking an innovative CILEX qualified Legal Executive with Civil Litigation expertise to join our team. If you’re CILEX qualifieid with 3+ years of experience in Civil Disputes and eager to blend legal expertise with ground-breaking tech, this opportunity is perfect for you. Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of civil litigation matters, focusing on: Advising clients in civil disputes with another party (typically between neighbours) Drafting letters before action Drafting and filing money claim applications Instructing barristers/advocates on behalf of clients involved in litigated matters Advise clients on legal merits, potential outcomes, and next steps. CILEX qualification with 3+ years of experience with Civil Disputes/Litigation Excellent organisational skills to manage a high volume caseload Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and effectively Empathy and patience when dealing with questions Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Ability to work independently and in a team environment Highly motivated, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment Knowledge/Experience working with local councils or housing associations Knowledge/Experience working on commercial property matters Interest in AI and how it can be used to improve the legal system Prior experience working in a technology company or start up Benefits ✈️ 34 Holidays (25 days annual leave + your birthday off + bank hols in England) 💰 Equity (Share Options) 💰 Pension ⛳️ Regular team building activities and socials! 💷 20% off legal fees through Lawhive

Fee Earner – Housing Disrepair Location: Macclesfield Full Time and hybrid option available Salary: £DOE ACS have teamed up with a successful Macclesfield based firm, with the recruitment of a fee earner within their housing disrepair team! The successful candidate will ideally have the following knowledge and experience – • Ability to manage a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims, • Legal Knowledge of the Housing Conditions pre-action protocol, • Legal knowledge of the CPR and fast-track litigation process, • Review reports from Surveyors, • Carry out quantum assessments/reviews and formalising case plans, • Ability to run issued, fast track matters with minimal supervision., • To effectively act upon court directions and to prepare matters for trial, • Experience of using Proclaim case management system, • Experience of working in a fast paced, target driven environment, • Attention to detail, • Organisation and admin skills, • Communication skills: written and verbal, • Ability to work individually or part as a team Benefits:, • Competitive salary, • Home working negotiable, • 25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays (on a Full-Time basis), • Excellent career progression, • Excellent Bonus package

Top 100 National Law Firm A top 100 national law firm is seeking an experienced Marine lawyer (Senior Associate to Partner level) to join its highly regarded Marine team. This is a standout opportunity to work within a Tier 1 Legal 500 ranked practice recognised as a leading adviser to ports, harbours and marine developers across the UK. You’ll work closely with a nationally recognised team handling a broad and fascinating caseload, advising on: • Port and harbour regulatory matters, • Marine and coastal development, • Commercial and logistics issues, • Marine related litigation and disputes, • Environmental, planning and consenting matters, • Wider port sector operational and strategic issues The team acts for around 100 ports including some of the largest port groups in the UK and globally and the volume of work continues to grow rapidly. From day one, you’ll take on meaningful responsibility within a friendly, collaborative and well established team. • 7+ years’ PQE with strong experience advising on port, harbour or marine related matters., • Background may be in litigation, regulatory, commercial, development or a blend., • Confident managing complex matters and building long term client relationships., • Strong communicator with genuine enthusiasm for the ports and marine industry., • Comfortable with client contact, networking and business development., • Resilient, organised and able to manage competing deadlines., • Ambitious, self motivated and ready to take on significant responsibility with clear progression opportunities., • Join a Tier 1 Legal 500 ranked Marine team with a national reputation., • Work with major port groups and marine clients on high profile, industry shaping matters., • Excellent career progression opportunities up to Partner level., • Supportive, people focused culture., • Strong commitment to wellbeing, work life balance and flexible working., • Opportunities to get involved in responsible business initiatives, charity work and employee led inclusion groups., • A firm that invests in your development and gives you the tools and autonomy to shape your career. For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott. (t) 0117 917 1929 (m) 07435 943574 (e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline. #J-18808-Ljbffr