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Role: Senior Residential Conveyancer
Location: Runcorn, Sutton Weaver (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Up to £55,000
Were currently working with a well-established and growing law firm thats looking to bring a Senior Residential Conveyancer on board at their Runcorn office.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to join a supportive, forward-thinking team, with hybrid working available and excellent long-term prospects.
About the Role
This is a full-time, permanent position that will suit a qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer with at least 5 years of experience in residential conveyancing.
Youll be managing your own caseload across a wide range of property transactions including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, new builds, flats, and shared ownerships.
The office handles a varied and interesting workload with a broad client base, and theres plenty of opportunity for career development for someone driven and independent, yet happy to work as part of a wider team.
What Were Looking For
- A minimum of 5 years PQE in residential conveyancing
- A strong track record of managing caseloads independently
- Landlord and tenant law experience is an advantage
- Solid understanding of CQS and compliance protocols
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Able to maintain strong client and professional relationships
- Good IT skills including use of case management systems
- Detail-oriented with excellent document drafting and file management skills
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines
- Interest in marketing and business development initiatives
Whats on Offer
- Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience
- Bonus based on performance plus discretionary bonus
- 5 weeks annual leave (with the option to purchase more)
- Additional bonus day every 5th year of service
- Hybrid working available (in line with firm policy)
- Supportive team environment with remote supervision available
- Dress for your day dress code
If you're looking to join a dynamic and well-regarded property team where your experience and ideas will be valued, wed love to hear from you.
Send across your up to date CV across to r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk or call 0151 2301 208 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aston,England
Start: 21/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £55000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-21 17:41:23
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My client is one of the most recognised and successful law firms in the UK, with over 30 years experience and has seven offices across the UK.
They are now looking to expand further into their Liverpool office and are looking for a New Claims Team advisor.
As a Stage 1 Co-ordinator your role will be to prepare and submit Claim Notification Forms (CNFs and SCNFs) in a timely manner to ensure the team meets its targets.
As part of this role you will be required to liaise with file handlers, third party insurers and clients to obtain missing information.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- To prepare CNFs and sCNFs to ensure they are Portal ready and submit via the Portal.
- To make outbound calls to clients and third party insurers to proactively obtain further information.
- To take incoming calls from clients to assist with queries and obtain/update information required for the initial stages of the claim.
- To liaise with external companies and internal departments in a timely and professional manner in order to effectively process CNF and sCNFs.
- To raise DVLA requests.
- To perform Medco searches and send medical instructions.
- To highlight errors on files and any other anomalies.
- To be able to accurately move work between schedules.
- To ensure customers and the business are kept safe through compliance to all procedural and regulatory legislation as required by SRA.
- To take responsibility for your own actions ensuring you keep up to date with all communications, processes and procedures.
Experience & Knowledge
- To be able to develop and maintain the relevant skills required for a Stage 1 Co-ordinator role.
- An ability to answer simple legal queries relating to the MOJ process.
- An ability to answer simple legal queries relating to the OIC process.
- An understanding of VF Legal.
- Strong communication, IT and interpersonal skills.
- An ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- An ability to work effectively with people across a wide range of levels and responsibilities.
- Here at Carpenters group diversity and inclusion matters, it is integral to our culture and we welcome applications from everyone.
We celebrate difference and believe in equal opportunities for all.
Benefits
- 25 days' holiday per annum
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Hybrid working model (in relevant role)
- Matched Giving up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
- Medicash cash plan claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
- My Medicash App including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
- Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
- Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
- Pension scheme
- Funded driving theory test (in relevant role)
- Active network of Wellbeing Champions providing mental health support
- Training and development opportunities
- Funded social events to connect with your colleagues
- Dress for your day policy
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making an impact in the legal sector.
If you have the skills and enthusiasm to excel then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 21/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £23800 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-21 08:36:04
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Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor / Legal Executive Corby
My client is well-established and respected law firm and they are seeking a Senior Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its successful Dispute Resolution team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal professional to handle a diverse caseload while also supporting the growth and development of the wider team.
The Role:
You will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive, ideally with at least 5 years PQE, with experience across a broad range of contentious matters.
You will manage your own caseload and provide support and mentoring to junior colleagues, while upholding the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional client care.
Your caseload will include:
- Landlord & Tenant disputes
- Contentious Probate
- Contractual Disputes
- Employment Law and Employment Tribunal proceedings
- Settlement Agreements
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial Disputes between businesses
- Boundary Disputes
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a full caseload of Dispute Resolution matters
- Providing guidance and support to junior staff
- Contributing to the teams technical expertise and best practices
- Attending networking and marketing events to promote the firm
- Maintaining high standards of client service and communication
The Offer:
- Full-time, permanent position based in Corby
- Working hours: 8.45am 1.00pm / 1.45pm 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional holiday entitlement with length of service
- Company pension scheme (after qualifying period)
- Supportive and professional working environment with a strong focus on team collaboration and client care
About You:
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years PQE (preferred)
- Strong experience across a range of Dispute Resolution disciplines
- Confident managing complex cases independently
- Able to support and guide team members when needed
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive approach to networking and business development
If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and join a forward-thinking firm with a strong reputation for quality and service then Id love to hear from you.
Please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Corby,England
Start: 20/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-20 16:38:06
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Join One of the UK's Most Progressive Law Firms!
Are you a passionate Clinical Negligence Solicitor/Legal Executive?
My client is a progressive, employee-owned law firm and is committed to Righting Wrongs.
They fight for their clients, stand up for the vulnerable, and give a voice to those seeking justice.
For over 25 years, they have provided clear and honest legal advice in cases related to medical negligence, personal or criminal injury, civil liberties, travel, and inquests.
Join our award-winning firm, recognised as one of the UKs Best 250 Law Firms by The Times for five consecutive years.
They are dedicated to their clients, their people, and the community.
About you:
The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in Medical Negligence. You will work closely with clients, medical experts, counsel and colleagues, handling a varied caseload, providing expert legal advice and securing justice for our clients.
The Role:
- Conducting legal research, gathering evidence and instructing medical experts and counsel.
- Providing clear and compassionate advice to clients.
- Negotiating settlements and preparing cases for litigation if necessary.
- Representing clients at interlocutory hearings where appropriate.
Requirements:
- You will have experience of working on medical negligence claims.
Whilst we are ideally seeking a candidate with Claimant experience, we will also consider applications from individuals with experience in Defendant clinical negligence.
- Attend business development and networking events.
- Be IT literate, including knowledge of using case management software, ideally Proclaim.
- Demonstrate excellent client care.
- Have a sound understanding of the Pre Action-Protocol for Clinical Disputes and the CPR.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Supportive, approachable, and friendly working environment
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Range of benefits, including pension, health cash plan, discounted gym membership, and more
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Life insurance
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 20/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-20 09:48:07
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Job Opportunity: Litigation Executive EL/PL Team - Manchester
My Client is currently seeking a dedicated and proactive Litigation Executive to join their established EL/PL team and welcome applicants with varying levels of litigation experience, as they are committed to finding the right candidate.
This role is a fast-track, non-portal position offering the opportunity to work on a diverse caseload within the personal injury field.
Hybrid working options available, 3 days wfh and two in the office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of 100-125 pre and post-litigation EL/PL cases
- Ensure strict adherence to court deadlines and limitation dates
- Liaise and report regularly with insurers, keeping them updated on case progress
- Draft letters of instruction, witness statements, and negotiate settlements
- Review medical reports to assess case strength and progress
- Issue court proceedings where necessary, and manage diary effectively to stay on track
- Maintain consistent and proactive communication with clients, ensuring high levels of service
- Utilize in-house case management systems for efficient file handling
- Stay up-to-date with legal and regulatory changes to ensure compliance
- Conduct research using internal resources to support cases
- Experience with managing a high volume of cases effectively
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- A proactive approach to case management and client communication
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a dynamic team, where professional growth and development are strongly supported, with the added benefit of hybrid working.
If this role is of interest then please send your up to date CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or contact Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 20/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-20 09:37:04
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My client is looking for a Personal Injury specialist to manage their Occupiers and Public Liability portal team.
You will be an experienced team leader, with a passion for training and developing a team which provides an outstanding client service.
The role requires a confident, effective communicator with the ability to build and nurture relationships.
You will be required to take full ownership of your team, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and risk management.
As we are committed to continuous improvement, the expectation would be for the successful candidate to conduct frequent process reviews and implement relevant changes when required.
Responsibilities:
Supervising a team of 10-15 Portal Litigation Executives
Overseeing in excess of 1,500 claims.
Training and career development of the team.
Accessing claims, liability, and quantum
Provide technical help and support when required.
Overseeing the daily team activities, optimising resources, and ensuring quality service delivery
Allocate work effectively and monitor team productivity to meet targets and deadlines.
Conduct one-to-ones and performance reviews and ensure all team members have clear objectives.
Organise training, coaching, and mentoring to ensure team members are fully equipped to perform their roles.
Review and improve internal processes, ensuring effective cross-team communication.
Maintain good relationships with work providers and suppliers.
Dealing with client queries and complaints
Person Specification:
A qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive (CILEX) or qualified by experience.
Experience of managing a Claimant Personal Injury portal caseload, ideally Occupiers Liability and Public Liability claims from inception to conclusion.
Previous experience of supervising large teams of paralegals
Ensuring productivity and tasks are prioritised effectively.
Working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and good knowledge of the relevant Pre-Action Protocols
Experienced at dealing with client queries and complaints.
The ability to deal with clients and third parties in a professional and competent manner is essential.
Strong organisational, leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage team productivity and prioritise tasks effectively.
Acute attention to detail and experience in a process-driven environment
Strong administrative and analytical skills with the ability to handle sensitive information.
Sound letter writing and document drafting skills.
IT proficiency, ideally experience of working on a case management system.
Salary, Hours & Benefits:
A basic salary of £40,000-£50.000? with the opportunity to earn a team bonus?
Standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday.
3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.
23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays.
3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service
Extra days holiday for your birthday after 2 years service
Private medical insurance available after 2 years service
Death in Service
Excellent regular training including away days.
Strong development opportunities and regular supervision.
24/7 onsite Gym access
Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more
Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget.
Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity and Inclusion.
Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual (optional) flu jab.
If the above role is of any interest then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or to discuss the role further call Chris on 0161 914 7357. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 20/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-20 09:30:07
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Join One of the UK's Most Progressive Law Firms!
Are you a passionate Serious Injury Solicitor/Legal Executive working in Personal Injury.
My client is a progressive, employee-owned law firm and is committed to Righting Wrongs.
They fight for their clients, stand up for the vulnerable, and give a voice to those seeking justice.
For over 25 years, they have provided clear and honest legal advice in cases related to medical negligence, personal or criminal injury, civil liberties, travel, and inquests.
Join this award-winning firm, recognised as one of the UKs Best 250 Law Firms by The Times for five consecutive years.
They are dedicated to their clients, their people, and the community.
About you:
They are looking to recruit a Solicitor / Legal Executive with at least 2 years of personal injury experience to join their growing Serious Injury department in their prestigious Manchester office.
You will work as part of a well-established team on a variety of serious injury claims, assisting lawyers on cases involving road traffic accidents, employers liability claims, and public liability claims.
Key Responsibilities:
- Speaking with and advising clients
- Reviewing evidence and records
- Drafting letters of instruction, court documents, and Instructions to Counsel
- Attending conferences with Counsel and court hearings
Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years personal injury experience
- Experience with serious injury claims preferred but not essential
- Commitment to delivering excellent client care/service
- Ability to work sympathetically and effectively with a wide range of clients with differing needs
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to build rapport with colleagues and clients alike
- Proactive in driving your own career progression
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Supportive, approachable, and friendly working environment
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Range of benefits, including pension, health cash plan, discounted gym membership, and more
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Life insurance
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 20/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-20 09:29:04
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Job Title Military Disease - Paralegal
Location Manchester
Step into a team of dedicated legal professionals specializing in personal injury, housing disrepair, clinical negligence, and industrial disease, including military cases.
With exceptional client care and legal expertise at their core, they foster a collaborative environment where employees thrive and clients' needs are met with respect and professionalism.
Supported by strong departments like HR, Finance, and Marketing, they grow and innovate together.
They are committed to helping staff achieve their career goals through ongoing training and development.
Overall Purpose of the Role
The paralegal within the Disease / Military department will assist the solicitors with the handling of their cases and the general running of the department.
This will include a mixture of administrative and file handling tasks.
Job context
Managing a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
Providing solicitors with skilled and efficient assistance
Maintaining high levels of client care, In a sector in which clients have often been through traumatic and distressing events and suffering with severe injury
Balancing competing deadlines and prioritising tasks accordingly
Maintaining high company standards
Working towards KPIs and targets
Assisting other members of the team with legal or administrative tasks, in line with their instructions
Attending any of the offices within the region as required by the Solicitors as well as assisting other regions if required.
Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.
Job knowledge, Skills & Experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent client manner
Excellent analytical skills, including ability to accurately and efficiently extract key information from lengthy written records and reports
Good organisational and time management skills
Working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and Pre-Action Protocol for the Resolution of Clinical Disputes
Good IT skills, including knowledge of Word and Outlook (experience with Proclaim preferrable but not essential)
Attention to detail
Ability to work as part of a team and to maintain good relationships with colleagues and clients
The ability to work to short deadlines, under pressure and to financial targets.
Ability to build relationships with other professionals and third parties.
Professionalism and integrity always
Ability to work proactively and with a can do attitude.
Ability to work effectively on your own initiative or as part of a team.
Be PC literate having good knowledge of the Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook
Degree level education essential (LLB.
and LPC preferred)
Past experience of working in the civil litigation sector, preferrable but not essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making an impact in the legal sector.
If you have the skills and enthusiasm to excel then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 19/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £24000 - £26000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-19 16:35:05
