***NEW ROLE*** | Conveyancing Fee earner / Hybrid | Manchester |

I'm currently working with a highly regarded legal practice that is looking to appoint an experienced Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner to join its specialist property team on either a full-time or part-time basis.

This is a genuinely unique conveyancing opportunity offering high-quality, bespoke work rather than volume-driven transactional conveyancing. The team exclusively supports existing private clients, trusts, and Court of Protection matters, meaning every transaction is different and often more complex and interesting than standard residential conveyancing work. The firm also does not act for lenders or undertake "off the street" conveyancing, allowing fee earners to focus on delivering a more tailored and client-focused service.

The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload involving freehold and leasehold properties, including leasehold flats, as well as registered and unregistered land. Experience dealing with tenancies, repossession proceedings, and wider property-related matters such as boundary disputes and neighbour issues is essential. Any exposure to reviewing building survey reports and coordinating additional specialist reports would also be highly beneficial.

The role will involve managing transactions from instruction through to post-completion, including SDLT submissions and Land Registry registrations. You will also liaise closely with surveyors, estate agents, clients, and third-party solicitors, attend client meetings where required, and support the wider Court of Protection team with property-related matters.

This position would suit someone with at least three years' experience managing residential conveyancing matters as a fee earner, who is confident drafting their own correspondence and reports and can proactively manage files from start to finish with minimal supervision. Candidates will ideally hold a law degree, PGDL, ILEX qualification, or Council for Licensed Conveyancers qualification.

The firm offers a strong culture of internal progression and development, with genuine opportunities to move into other areas and progress your career long term. Hybrid working is also available following induction and training

Salary Circa £35k DOE and benefits include:

• 25 days holiday
• Parking
• Private Health following completion of a 3 month probationary period
• Subsidised gym membership
• Life insurance at 3 x salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus of a week's salary on firm hitting target
• Additional 1.5 day's holiday at Christmas (combination of Christmas shopping/closing office at Christmas Eve).
• Long service bonuses at 5,10 and 15 years service
• Hybrid working after probation / IT equipment and any furniture required to set up your home office.
• Long service bonuses at 5,10 and 15 years service
• Attendance Bonus Scheme

If you are interested in the above, please send an up to date CV to t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk or alternatively give Tracy Carlisle a call at Clayton Legal on 0161 9147 357

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Private Client Paralegal

Looking to build your career in Private Client with a firm that will genuinely invest in you?

A well-established law firm is looking to add a Private Client Paralegal to its team. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous Private Client experience who wants to develop their skills, take on more responsibility and build a long-term career.

The firm has been established for over 15 years and has built a strong client base through providing straightforward, practical legal advice. It has a down-to-earth approach and prides itself on building lasting relationships with its clients.

The role

You will work alongside experienced Private Client professionals, gaining hands-on experience across a range of matters including:

• Wills and Probate
• Estate Administration
• Supporting fee earners with day-to-day case management
• Liaising directly with clients
• Preparing and progressing legal documentation
• Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues

Why consider it?

This isn't just a role to keep you busy - it's an opportunity to develop and progress.

You'll receive hands-on support and mentoring from experienced professionals, with structured training and plenty of opportunity to broaden your Private Client knowledge. If you're keen to progress your career, there is a clear pathway to do so.

The team is professional without being stuffy, approachable without compromising on standards, and genuinely collaborative.

What are they looking for?

They're keen to hear from candidates with:

• Previous experience within a Private Client environment
• Good knowledge of Wills, Probate and/or Estate Administration
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A confident, professional approach to dealing with clients
• The ambition to develop and progress within Private Client

If you're ready for your next step in Private Client and want to join a firm that will support your development, please give Justine a call on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk

NQ Private Client Solicitor

Looking for your next step in Private Client? This could be a great opportunity to build on your wills and probate experience within a small, busy team where client care really matters.

A long-established law firm with offices across Southport and the Liverpool area is looking for a Trainee Solicitor or NQ Solicitor with at least one year's experience in wills and probate work.

You'll be working closely with clients and taking responsibility for a varied caseload across estate administration, drafting wills, LPA's and probate matters.  They are looking for someone with a genuine interest in Private Client, good knowledge of current wills and probate law and the confidence to deal with clients professionally and empathetically.

LEAP experience would be useful but isn't essential, and you'll have the opportunity to continue developing your Private Client expertise as your career progresses.

If you're a Trainee Solicitor approaching qualification or an NQ Solicitor looking for a role where you can get stuck into Private Client work and build your experience, I'd love to hear from you.  Please call Justine on 0161 914 7357 or send your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk

An opportunity to develop your career within an award-winning Conveyancing team

Are you an experienced Conveyancing Assistant looking for your next move? Would you like to join an ambitious and growing law firm where you can develop your skills, be part of a successful team and play an important role in delivering an excellent service to clients?

Our client is a highly regarded Leeds-based law firm with exciting plans for continued growth. Due to the ongoing success and expansion of its award-winning Residential Conveyancing department, they are looking to recruit an additional Conveyancing Assistant to support their busy and established team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice that places real emphasis on client care, teamwork and delivering a first-class conveyancing service.

The Role

Working closely with Conveyancers and other fee earners, you'll provide essential support throughout the residential conveyancing process, helping to ensure transactions progress smoothly and clients receive an excellent level of service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day administrative and case management support to fee earners.

• Assisting with the progression of residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion.

• Opening new files, obtaining client information and carrying out initial administration.

• Preparing correspondence and legal documentation.

• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors and other third parties to obtain updates and progress transactions.

• Requesting and chasing searches, mortgage offers and other relevant documentation.

• Maintaining accurate electronic files and updating the case management system.

• Monitoring key dates and deadlines, ensuring transactions continue to progress efficiently.

• Providing a professional, responsive and helpful service to clients and business contacts.

About You

You'll ideally have at least 12 months' previous experience working within a Residential Conveyancing department and be confident providing administrative support in a busy legal environment.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal.

• Comfortable dealing with clients and professional contacts.

• Proactive, enthusiastic and able to use their initiative.

• Accurate, thorough and confident handling legal documentation.

• A genuine team player who enjoys working in a busy and client-focused environment.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join an award-winning and successful Conveyancing department.

• A growing law firm with ambitious plans for the future.

• A supportive team environment where your contribution will be valued.

• Above average holidays.

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Free on-site parking if you drive.

• A competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Potential progression opportunities for someone keen to develop their legal career.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Conveyancing Assistant looking for a new challenge within a successful and expanding team, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a great opportunity to build on your existing experience, develop your conveyancing knowledge and become part of a firm with exciting ambitions for the future.

Get in touch to find out more!

Looking for a Care role where you can build your career, have genuine flexibility and be rewarded for your success?

An established and experienced Public Law Children / Care team in Manchester is looking for a Care Solicitor to join them.

You could be NQ or highly experienced - there's no PQE ceiling. Children Panel accreditation would be a bonus, but it's not essential, with support available for the right candidate to work towards Panel.

You will be joining a strong team of experienced specialists, with plenty of support around you, but also the opportunity to take ownership of your caseload, develop client relationships and play a real part in the continued growth of the department.

Why work here?

This is a firm that genuinely invests in its people. Teamwork is a big part of the culture, with colleagues working together for clients rather than simply focusing on billing figures. You will have access to specialist knowledge across a multi-office firm, ongoing training and genuine support for your development and wellbeing. It's a place for ambitious lawyers who want to keep learning, progress their careers and be part of a successful team.

What's on offer?

• Hybrid and genuinely flexible working
• Option to work your hours across 4 days
• 15% bonus when billing 2.5x salary
• 23 days' holiday, rising to 33 days with service
• Christmas closure without using annual leave
• Support towards Children Panel accreditation

The bonus scheme could be particularly attractive if you're ambitious and motivated by earning potential, with strong bonuses being paid across the business.

What are they looking for?

Someone with solid Public Law Children / Care experience who is confident advocating for clients and managing their own caseload.

You will ideally be:

Ambitious | Client-focused | A strong advocate | Commercially aware | Growth-minded

If you're looking for more than simply processing a caseload and want a role where you can progress, increase your earning potential and have genuine ownership of your career, I would be keen to speak with you.

Please get in touch with Justine for a confidential chat on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk

Senior Associate – Commercial Real Estate

Location: London
PQE: 5+ years
Working: Hybrid – up to 50% working from home

Are you an ambitious Commercial Real Estate Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join a growing and highly ambitious Commercial Real Estate team at a leading TOP 100 law firm in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who wants more than just fee-earning. The firm is looking for a proactive, driven individual who is keen to take ownership of matters, develop client relationships and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice.

The Role

You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a varied portfolio of high-quality commercial real estate matters, advising a range of investors, developers, landlords, occupiers and financial institutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on commercial property acquisitions, disposals and portfolio transactions.
• Handling landlord and tenant matters, including leasing and asset management.
• Supporting development and regeneration projects.
• Advising on property aspects of corporate and finance transactions.
• Managing transactions from start to finish.
• Building and developing strong client relationships.
• Getting involved in networking, business development and growing the firm's profile.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 5+ years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate.
• Strong technical experience gained within a recognised real estate practice.
• Commercially minded with excellent communication and client management skills.
• Confident managing your own matters and dealing directly with clients.
• Ambitious, proactive and keen to take on responsibility.
• Interested in business development, networking and developing your own client relationships.
• A genuine team player with the drive to help grow a successful practice.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing and entrepreneurial Commercial Real Estate team.
• High-quality work with an impressive client base.
• Close working relationships with partners and senior lawyers.
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression.
• Hybrid working policy allowing up to 50% working from home.
• Additional flexible working arrangements can be considered.
• An inclusive and supportive working environment.

Interested?

If you're a Commercial Real Estate Solicitor looking for a new challenge, greater responsibility and the opportunity to play a part in growing a successful team, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Costs Draftsperson

Location: Greater Manchester
Working Pattern: Hybrid – office and home working
Hours: 30–35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Costs Draftsperson!

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Wigan, who are looking to welcome an experienced Costs Draftsperson to their friendly and supportive Costs Team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive firm that genuinely values its employees, offering a positive working environment, hybrid flexibility and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The successful candidate will predominantly handle claimant (receiving party) costs work, playing an important role in managing a varied caseload and preparing detailed bills of costs.

The firm is open to considering candidates looking for either 30 or 35 hours per week, making this an excellent opportunity for someone seeking flexibility alongside an interesting and rewarding role.

The Role

You will be responsible for providing a comprehensive costs service, with a particular focus on claimant (receiving party) matters.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied costs caseload, predominantly involving claimant costs matters.
• Reviewing and analysing case files to identify and prepare costs claims.
• Drafting accurate and detailed bills of costs.
• Advising on costs-related matters and supporting the progression of files.
• Negotiating costs settlements and taking a commercial approach to case strategy.
• Working independently while collaborating with colleagues across the wider Costs Team.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all work is completed to a high standard.
• Communicating professionally with clients, fee earners and external stakeholders.

About You

We are keen to hear from candidates who have a solid background in legal costs and are confident managing their own workload.

Ideally, you will have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Costs Draftsperson and/or Costs Negotiator.
• Strong experience handling claimant (receiving party) costs matters.
• Proven experience drafting detailed bills of costs.
• Experience negotiating costs settlements.
• A good understanding of costs law and detailed assessment procedures.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence using case management and costs software such as Proclaim, Costs Master or similar.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Experience with complex or high-value costs disputes, detailed assessment hearings or defendant costs work would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

This firm genuinely recognises the importance of a positive working environment and supporting employees both professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Flexible working hours, with 30–35 hours per week considered.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
• Wellbeing support.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Retail discounts and cashback schemes.
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Will-writing service.
• Reward and recognition programmes.
• Internal referral incentives.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Regular social events.
• Free on-site parking.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join an established legal practice with a strong reputation, a supportive team culture and a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and development.

I'm Hiring! Personal Injury & Medical Negligence Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer / Paralegal

I'm currently recruiting on behalf of my client, who is looking for an experienced Personal Injury and/or Medical Negligence legal professional to join their team in either Scunthorpe or Hull.

I'm keen to hear from Solicitors, CILEX Lawyers and experienced Paralegals with a background in Personal Injury and/or Medical Negligence who may be considering their next career move.

My client is an established, progressive law firm with a history dating back to 1984, offering a supportive working environment and a strong commitment to excellent client care.

The role will involve managing a varied caseload of Personal Injury and Medical Negligence matters, with support from the Head of Department and secretarial assistance.

They are looking for someone who is motivated, organised, and confident in managing their own caseload, with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.

Ideally, candidates will have at least three years' relevant experience, although those with a strong and suitable background are also encouraged to get in touch.

This is a great opportunity to join an established firm, work alongside an experienced team and develop your career within Personal Injury and Medical Negligence.

Location: Scunthorpe or Hull

Positions: Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer / Paralegal

Interested, or know someone who might be a good fit?

Please get in touch with me directly for a confidential chat or further information.

Chris Orrell

c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk

0 161 914 7357

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Grade B Fee Earner - Serious Injury

Fully Remote | £40,000-£50,000 per annum

We are recruiting for an experienced Grade B Fee Earner to join a Serious Injury team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident litigator to manage a varied caseload of claimant serious injury claims while delivering outstanding client care and supporting colleagues.

The caseload will predominantly involve road traffic accident (RTA) claims valued between £50,000 and £150,000, including complex liability, causation, and quantum issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of serious injury claims from inception through to settlement.
• Deliver excellent client care and maintain regular communication.
• Investigate claims, analyse evidence, and prepare legal documents, including pleadings and schedules of loss.
• Liaise with medical experts, counsel, and other specialist professionals.
• Secure interim payments, arrange rehabilitation and maximise client settlements.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to technical case reviews.
• Support team performance and business development activities.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx with at least four years' post-qualification experience, or equivalent experience supporting Grade B charging rates.
• Proven experience handling serious injury claims and multi-track litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of court procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client care skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a target-driven environment.
• Confident using case management systems, Microsoft Word and Excel.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £40,000-£50,000 per annum.
• Fully remote working.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to clients following life-changing injuries.

Interested in Applying?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Chris using the details below.

Contact: Chris

Email: c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk

Telephone: 0161 914 7357

Clinical Negligence Fee Earner

Location: Liverpool

Working pattern: Hybrid / Flexible working

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Clinical Negligence Fee Earner to join our growing Liverpool team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or CILEX professional with experience in claimant Clinical Negligence work to take ownership of a varied caseload and play a key role in achieving positive outcomes for clients.

You'll manage your own caseload of Clinical Negligence matters, ranging in complexity and value, while working as part of a supportive and collaborative team. From initial instruction through to conclusion, you'll provide clear, practical legal advice and ensure clients receive an exceptional level of service throughout their case.

If you're passionate about Clinical Negligence, enjoy working directly with clients and are looking for a role where you can develop your career within a forward-thinking legal team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

As a Clinical Negligence Fee Earner, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of your own caseload, including:

• Managing a varied caseload of claimant Clinical Negligence matters from instruction through to conclusion.
• Providing clear, practical, and timely legal advice to clients, ensuring they understand their options and the progress of their case.
• Conducting legal research and preparing correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documentation to a high standard.
• Working closely with clients, Counsel, the Courts, medical experts and other third parties to progress matters effectively.
• Attending client meetings, conferences with Counsel and, where appropriate, court hearings.
• Proactively managing key deadlines, limitation dates, and case milestones.
• Identifying and managing potential risks to ensure cases progress efficiently and in accordance with relevant procedures and regulations.
• Maintaining accurate, well-organised and compliant case files and ensuring case management systems are kept fully up to date.
• Contributing to file audits, risk assessments, and quality assurance processes.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and supporting the development of others where appropriate.
• Taking on other reasonable duties as required by the Team Leader or management team.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent client care skills.

Ideally, you will have:

• Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX professional, with around 2-6 years' PQE in Clinical Negligence.
• Proven experience managing your own claimant Clinical Negligence caseload.
• Experience handling matters of varying complexity and value.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A confident, approachable, and genuinely client-focused manner.
• High levels of empathy, professionalism and discretion when dealing with clients and sensitive issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and quality standards.
• Good IT skills and experience using case management systems.
• A genuine passion for Clinical Negligence and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.

Why join us?

We believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where talented individuals can build successful, rewarding careers.

As well as a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Referral bonus
• Free Health Cash Plan
• Pension scheme
• Death in Service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid and home-working options
• Unlimited access to training and development courses through our Training Academy

Ready for your next move?

If you're an experienced Clinical Negligence professional looking for the opportunity to take ownership of a varied caseload, develop your career and make a real difference to clients, i'd love to hear from you.

Please send an updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk to apply or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further.