We are a rapidly expanding firm based in the North and West Yorkshire areas.
We are looking to recruit an experienced Wills, Trusts and Probate solicitor to take over an existing caseload but, primarily, to grow the department.
The successful candidate will likely be based either in our Stokesley or Leeds office and will have something in the region of 5-6 years PQE, be able to work
without supervision and will have had experience of the full range of private client cases. Experience of contentious probate matters would be a distinct advantage, given that the firm currently enjoys a steady stream of that work from private clients and insurers.

We are able to offer a competitive salary and flexible working conditions, including hybrid working.

So, if you are looking for a change, and want to work in a friendly firm with a great reputation and diverse client base, then why not apply?

• Benefits
•  Competitive salary
•  Up to 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
•  Working with an approachable team
•  Numerous bonus structures
• Additional pay
• Bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Many social functions

Salary Negotiable dependant on experience.

Job Type  – Full-time

Work Location Stokesley or Leeds, Hybrid is also available
Application deadline 31/10/2024

Due to a period of rapid expansion, an exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for a Criminal Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years qualification.
Joining the practice’s nationally recognised team, the successful candidate will work closely with the senior members of the department and run a busy case
load of criminal and professional discipline matters, predominantly on behalf of serving police officers.

Responsibilities:

•  Working on a varied case load
•  File management
•  Preparing client letters
•  Drafting statements
•  Instructing counsel and experts
•  Liaising with clients and Police Federation branches in person and over the telephone
•  Attending hearings with counsel
•  Local advocacy
•  Achieve set financial and chargeable targets

The Candidate:

•  Demonstrates excellent communication skills and is able to explain complex matters in clear, accessible language
•  Works well as part of a team as well as on their own initiative
•  Is highly organised, able to work well when under pressure to meet tight deadlines
•  Is personable, professional and client-focused
•  Recognises the needs of private paying clients

Applications are especially welcomed from Solicitors with Professional Discipline experience. This is desirable but not essential.
Our work is very diverse, offering a broad range of expert advice to organisations and professionals facing criminal allegations and disciplinary action. This is a unique opportunity to join our top-ranked team of defence lawyers providing a national service to professionals.

The firm is very open on experience and PQE levels, however it is essential that the successful Criminal Solicitor is police station accredited and has access to a
car, as there will be a need for regular travel.

So if you are looking for a change, and want to work in a friendly, down-to-earth firm with a great reputation and diverse client base, then why not apply?

Benefits:

•  Competitive salary
•  25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
•  Continued peer support
• Working with an approachable team
•  Numerous bonus structures
• Company Pension
• Social Functions

Salary:

Salary is negotiable dependant on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Additional pay: Bonus scheme
Work Location: In person

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join our growing business, based in our Stokesley Office.

Your Role:

The prime role of a legal secretary is to provide cost effective support to fee earners within the team and work of the department. To exercise high
standards of client care at all times in a professional and pleasant manner. To ensure confidentiality and security of all the firm’s and client documentation
and information. To maintain clear and precise communication with other personnel within the firm. To ensure good working relationships with external
institutions and organisations. To undertake any reasonable task as requested.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Typing documents, emails and file notes, etc for the fee earner’s
•  Setting up new appointments, answering telephone, speaking to clients, solicitors and other parties, and dealing with all visitors to the office.
• Attending staff meetings
•  Liaising with other members of the admin team and all staff within the firm
•  Digital dictation (BigHand)
•  Ensuring files are fully time recorded for billing
•  Assisting all fee earners and departments
•  Providing cover when necessary
• Initial point of contact, take new enquiry calls, book appointments, diary management.
•  Open and close files.
•  Scan in daily post and general filing and administration.
•  Drafting generic letters (Client Care Letters, initial letters to banks etc advising of deaths).
•  Collating report information and actioning the same with fee earners

Person specification – key skills/qualifications required:

• The ideal candidate will need previous experience of working within the legal sector
•  Excellent telephone manner, typing skills and use of digital dictation
•  Highly motivated
•  Highly organised
•  Able to prioritise workloads of different fee earners.
• Willingness to take on new tasks
•  Good organisational skills

Our offer:

•  Competitive salary
• 20 days holiday plus statutory, plus extra days for long service.
•  Pension

Equal Opportunity

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other consideration prohibited by law.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: To be confirmed depending on experience

Benefits:

• Company events
•  Company pension
•  On-site parking

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person