Paralegal – Property Law Department
Exciting Opportunity in a Growing Chester-Based Legal Practice
A flourishing legal practice, situated in the historic city of Chester, is currently seeking a talented and dedicated Paralegal to become an integral part of their well-established Property Law team. This position represents an exceptional opportunity for candidates with property industry experience who are looking to transition into a rewarding legal career.
As a Property Paralegal, you will work alongside our experienced solicitors handling a diverse range of property transactions whilst developing valuable legal skills. You'll support the team with conveyancing matters, lease agreements, and property transfers, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive professional environment.
Essential Qualities and Experience We're Seeking:
A minimum of 5 years' professional experience within the property sector (including estate agency, lettings, sales progression, property management or related fields)
Exceptional organisational abilities with a proactive approach to managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Communication skills with a genuine commitment to client-centred service
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work
A passion for professional development and enthusiasm for building a career in the legal field
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Proficiency with relevant technology and software platforms (training will be provided for legal-specific systems)
What They're Offering:
Comprehensive training programme tailored to your professional background and development needs
Ongoing mentorship and support from our team of experienced legal practitioners
A clear progression pathway into qualified legal practice, regardless of your previous legal experience
Competitive salary package with additional benefits (details available upon interview)
A positive, inclusive workplace culture that genuinely values work-life balance
Regular professional development opportunities and potential for advancement
A values-driven environment where ethical practice, client care, and integrity are paramount
This position has already generated significant interest from qualified candidates. To avoid disappointment, we strongly encourage interested applicants to submit their application promptly.
For further details about this excellent opportunity, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices recruitment, Biotech recruitment and Drug Discovery recruitment specialists at Newton Colmore Consulting, directly on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, you may submit your application online, after which a member of the Newton Colmore Consulting team will be in touch to discuss your candidacy in greater detail.....Read more...
You’ll be working outdoors in all weathers as part of our ranger teams, supporting our strategy to restore a healthy, beautiful and natural environment. Your role will be working to protect and improve the health and wildlife richness of our countryside, preserving all the benefits we get from it and helping our visitors to experience and get closer to conservation of our special outdoor places.
Your training will be delivered via a combination of mandatory week long college blocks and online learning, with all expenses and travel paid. There may also be opportunities to travel to other National Trust locations with some overnight stays to expand your learning and experience.
Location: Based at Gawthorpe Hall, also working on Holcombe Moor & Stubbins Estates.
Tasks: Woodland management & Creation, Estate Maintenance (countryside furniture, boundaries, footpaths, drainage), peatland restoration, ecological & hydrological monitoring, visitor engagement.
What makes it unique: You will be working with staff and volunteers on an exciting woodland creation scheme at Gawthorpe Hall as well as engaging with visitors and the local community in the walled garden. You will also be assisting with the ecological monitoring and the maintenance of our nationally renowned Holcombe Moor peatland restoration project together with partners, Natural England, University of Manchester, Environment Agency and Holcombe Commoners Association.Training:Working alongside your mentor on tasks specific to your apprenticeship, you’ll develop the skills & knowledge relevant to this apprenticeship standard. (Countryside worker level 2)
You’ll attend, and prepare for, regular review meetings with your training provider, and be accountable for your own progression. You’ll be required to complete mandatory e-learning, courses and training provided.Training Outcome:This role can lead to an assistant ranger or ranger role and potentially move to a Level 4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship after additional experience gained in role.
Employer Description:We protect and care for places so people and nature can thrive. We look after hundreds of houses and close to a million objects, along with vast areas of coastline, countryside and green spaces, for everyone’s benefit. With our staff, members, volunteers and supporters, we’re the biggest conservation charity in Europe. Everyone can get involved, everyone can make a difference.Working Hours :Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw to 26/02/27).Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
We will provide you with fantastic training covering all aspects of Estate Agency and Customer Service. You will also, benefit from a continuous regional marketing campaign that will assist in creating business opportunities as well as those opportunities created by you whilst building your business in your core area.
Being an Apprentice Sales & Lettings Negotiator you will be responsible for maintaining contact with applicants, arranging viewings and obtaining feedback, generating valuation opportunities, generating mortgage and conveyancing opportunities, communicating offers to both Vendors and Landlords
What to expect from working with Tiger Sales & Lettings as an Apprentice Sales & Lettings Negotiator?
You will benefit from Tiger Sales & Lettings investment in marketing, technology and infrastructure to help you deliver an exceptional customer experience from start to finish
You will support tenants and landlords, buyers and vendors throughout their entire journey with Tiger Sales & Lettings, ensuring they receive a first class customer experience
Who is the ideal candidate to become a Tiger Sales & Lettings Sales & Lettings Negotiator?
We are looking for candidate’s that are looking to have a strong customer service or Sales career with a strong desire to provide a first class customer experience
You should be self-motivated with a determination to be successful with a can-do attitude that will allow you to be successful
You should have the ability to learn your local property market
You should be passionate about providing a first class customer experience and enthusiastic about revolutionising your local property market
You should be a hard working confident individual with superb communication skills both verbal and written
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
In-house training
Training Outcome:
A possible permanent position within the organisation for the right candidate
Potential to progress onto a dispensing course
Employer Description:Tiger Sales & Lettings was established in 2008 in Blackpool by Managing Director, Craig Webster.
Since 2008 Tiger Sales & Lettings has grown to cover the whole of Lancashire and the North West, with a focus on delivering exceptional personal customer service with the assistance of technology to bring a cutting edge to an ever changing property market.
Our team have a wealth of experience dealing with all aspects of selling, letting and managing properties.
Tiger Sales & Lettings are members of Propertymark and have a team of qualified NAEA & ARLA professionals to help guide you through all aspects of buying, selling and renting your property.Working Hours :This role will involve assisting with lettings administration work, providing valuable support to our team and clients including every Saturday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
We have been working with apprentices since 2010 and our goal is to build your skill set and raise your confidence to a level where we can employ you at the end of the apprenticeship. Through this opportunity, we have found that every person who applies has a tremendous amount to offer and our duty is to make sure we can unlock that talent within yourself.
From the start of the role you will be part of the support team, helping our clients to use our software through telephone and email support. You will be shown how our CRM system works and how to raise support tickets. You will be taught how to connect remotely to our customers to view their PCs and you will be trained on how to solve all types of queries. Every support job is unique which makes the role fun and interesting meaning no two days are ever the same. You will get to experience working in a professional environment providing you invaluable skills for any role even beyond working with Focus.
Duties you will get to learn and could be involved in include:
Software support via telephone and email
Software and database installations
SQL queries and understanding of SQL Server
Crystal report writing
Problem solving
Software testing
Demos and webinars
Time ups and software customisations
Azure server management
As your progress through the apprenticeship, your role will evolve, and you will have the opportunity to expand into further areas of the business.Training:Delivery model:
Work-based training with your employer
Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week for 1 year)
Approximately four on-site assessment visits per year
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths
Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
Work based project and presentation
Portfolio based interview
Training Outcome:Potential for long term opportunities and new roles within the businessEmployer Description:Focus Micro Systems are an In House Software Development company who develop software for the property sector and have been dedicated in doing so for over 40 years. Our close knit, Oxford based team know our products inside out, having designed and developed them from the ground up.
We have developed property management software packages to support Letting Agents, Estate Agents and Business Transfer Agents. Whatever the property agencies require, we have the software package waiting for them.
Founded in 1981 we are proud of our position as market leaders in the property management software sector. We thoroughly develop and test our products and are entirely confident that our intuitive property software packages, support, training, and maintenance solutions will suit all the requirements of any property agency. Our expert professional and friendly team are able to provide the perfect solution for any property agent.
We build and update our software packages regularly to meet the ever-changing property market. We are always at the forefront of new technology and are able to adapt to the needs of those in the property sector.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
We have been working with apprentices since 2010 and our goal is to build your skill set and raise your confidence to a level where we can employ you at the end of the apprenticeship. Through this opportunity, we have found that every person who applies has a tremendous amount to offer, and our duty is to ensure that together we can prove this.
You will be part of a development team where you will be shown how to board out designs and solutions to customer requests. You will get involved in working with the team to take these solutions and implement them in code, test and deploy to our wide customer base. Every request is different, which makes the role fun and interesting, meaning no two days are ever the same. You will get exposure to a range of programming languages and environments. You will be involved in software updates from planning through to release, and you will also be involved in helping us to push forward our brand-new, up-and-coming web product. You will get experience working in a professional environment, providing you with invaluable skills for any role, even beyond working with Focus.
Duties you will get to learn and could be involved in but not limited to:
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Visual Basic Projects
Visual Studio Projects
C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery), .NET, .NET Core
SQL, MySQL Stored Procedures and understanding of Server Functionality
SAP Crystal Reports Template Writing
Active Reports
Application Programming Interfaces
Time ups
Web Hosting
Software testing
As you progress through the apprenticeship, your role will evolve, and you will have the opportunity to expand into further projects.Training:Delivery model:
Work-based training with your employer
Day release during term time (approximately 36 days per year)
Approximately four on-site assessment visits per year
Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths
Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
Work-based project and presentation
Portfolio-based interview
Training Outcome:Potential for long-term opportunities and new roles within the business.Employer Description:Focus Micro Systems are an in house software development company who develop software for the property sector and have been dedicated in doing so for over 40 years. Our close knit, Oxford based team know our products inside out, having designed and developed them from the ground up.
We have developed property management software packages to support Letting Agents, Estate Agents and Business Transfer Agents. Whatever the property agencies require, we have the software package waiting for them.
Founded in 1981 we are proud of our position as market leaders in the property management software sector. We thoroughly develop and test our products and are entirely confident that our intuitive property software packages, support, training, and maintenance solutions will suit all the requirements of any property agency. Our expert professional and friendly team are able to provide the perfect solution for any property agent.
We build and update our software packages regularly to meet the ever-changing property market. We are always at the forefront of new technology and are able to adapt to the needs of those in the property sector.Working Hours :Monday – Friday, between 9:00am – 5:00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Recruit4staff are proud to be representing their client, an established Financial Services Firm in their search for a Financial Planner to work in their leading facility in Dronfield.Job Role:
As a Financial Planner, you will be working on a self-employed basis whilst enjoying the support of a structured company framework ensuring compliance. You will be responsible for servicing and reviewing existing client portfolios, presenting a chosen proposition to clients, and onboarding new clients. Your day-to-day will also include managing existing portfolios covering retirement planning, investment planning, inheritance tax, estate planning, and mortgages.Job Details:
Pay: NegotiableHours of Work: Monday to Friday, Hybrid arrangementDuration: PermanentOvertime Rules: N/A
Essential Skills & Experience:
Be working as a Financial Planner building a client base of approximately £6 million in value
Desirable Skills & Experience:
Financial planningMortgagesLife insurancesLifestyle planningPensions
Desired Qualifications:
Chartered Financial Planning status
Desired Qualifications:
Diploma Level 4 in Financial Planning or similarChartered status or working towards Chartered status
Additional Information:
Structured and compliant company support for self-employed advisorsOpportunity to manage a substantial and diverse client portfolioFlexibility to work on a hybrid basis
Similar Job Titles:
Financial AdvisorCommutable From:
Sheffield, Chesterfield, Rotherham, WorksopFor further information about this and other Financial Planner positions, please apply now.This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff Limited, who are operating as a recruitment agency.....Read more...
Electrical Control Panel Wirer – Normanton £13.75 - £14.75 per hour (DOE) Full-Time | Early Finish Fridays! Normanton Industrial Estate, WF6 1QSJoin a market-leading name in control panel innovation!Our client is a long-established leader in the electrical control systems industry. With decades of expertise and a reputation for excellence, they design and build bespoke control panels for a diverse range of clients—from blue-chip giants to specialist SMEs.Due to continued growth, they're on the lookout for an experienced Control Panel Wirer to join their close-knit, high-performing production team.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Independently building and wiring low-voltage control panels
Reading and working from schematic wiring diagrams
Sizing, cutting and crimping cables to high standards
Spotting and resolving production issues
Keeping clear and accurate production records
⭐ What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
Experience wiring electrical control panels
Confident working from schematic diagrams
Strong cable prep and panel build skills
Good problem-solving on the shop floor
Detail-oriented and quality-focused
Desirable:
Experience with point-to-point testing
On-site modification and repair work
ECS or CSCS card (a plus, not essential)
The Ideal Candidate:
Takes pride in their work and attention to detail
Works well independently and hits deadlines
A proactive problem-solver
Has a team mindset with good communication
Working Hours:
Mon to Thurs: 06:30 – 15:30 (30-min lunch + 10-min break)
Friday: 07:00 – 12:00 (10-min break) That’s right—early finish every Friday!
Based at our client’s modern facility in Normanton (WF6 1QS), this is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, future-focused business.Ready to power up your career? Apply now and take the next step with a company that truly values skill, quality and craftsmanship.Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
About YouAre you an experienced and versatile Chartered Surveyor looking for a unique leadership opportunity where your work supports cleaner rivers, protects communities, and delivers long-term environmental change?Are you ready for a new challenge - one that combines commercial negotiation, public interest, and complex legacy land issues across England and Wales?Are you interested in joining a growing, innovative and enthusiastic team, where you will have the opportunity to deliver important projects and learn new skills?If so, read on...We’re looking for someone who can bring leadership, expertise, and vision to this role. If you tick the following boxes, we want to hear from you:Chartered Surveyor Expertise: You bring extensive post-qualification experience in land acquisition, property strategy, and complex site negotiations.Leadership Skills: You’re a strong leader, a collaborative team player, and an effective communicator.Programme Delivery Experience: You’ve successfully secured and managed land interests for infrastructure or environmental projects, working at pace and across multiple stakeholders.Stakeholder Management: Skilled at navigating complex stakeholder relationships in property matters.Organisational Excellence: You excel at managing high-volume, detailed caseloads, with superb oral and written communication skills. Financial and Commercial Acumen: You understand cost recovery, funding agreements, and value-for-money principles in public or commercial settings. About The RoleAs Principal Property Manager – Metal Mines, you’ll lead the land acquisition and estate management elements of the UK’s Metal Mines Programme - part of a multi-year commitment to halve river pollution caused by historic mining by 2038.Your role will be central to securing land for new mine water treatment schemes and diffuse pollution interventions, delivering projects in collaboration with Defra, the Environment Agency, and the Welsh Government.Key responsibilities include:Leading and directing all property activities supporting the Metal Mines Programme in England and Wales.Securing leaseholds, freeholds, licences, and other land rights to enable the delivery of vital remediation infrastructure.Managing risks and legacy liabilities arising from complex land ownership and historical mining activity.Working in partnership with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery aligned with funding and environmental targets.Promoting innovation in land strategy and driving forward our commitment to environmental improvement and community resilience.This role is your opportunity to help deliver the UK’s biggest river clean-up programme through skilled negotiation, strategic insight, and strong leadership.Ready to take the lead?Join us and be part of a once-in-a-generation programme that’s transforming landscapes, restoring rivers, and making a difference to the environment and communities we serve.We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office) Schedule:Application closing date:11th May 2025Sifting date:12th May 2025Interviews: w/c 19th May 2025(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware and we will look at alternative dates)Security:Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.Unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship for our roles.About Mining Remediation AuthorityOur benefits:
A cutting-edge pension scheme with an impressive employer contribution rate of approximately 28.97%.Experience our values-based recognition scheme that celebrates your contributions.Flexibility in working patterns, whether it's full-time, part-time, or compressed hours.Embrace flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.Enjoy a generous holiday allowance of 27.5 days annually, plus the flexibility to add 6 extra days to that, alongside 8 public holidays.Benefit from a comprehensive parental leave policy with 26 weeks of full pay (subject to eligibility).Get support to further your professional qualifications and payment for one annual professional subscription.Access a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.Unlock exclusive employee discountsEnsure your well-being with an annual health check and receive £15 monthly towards well-being activities.Enjoy the convenience of on-site free parking, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks at our Mansfield office.Working with us:We offer different ways to work flexibly, and the following types of flexibility are usually possible: job share, flexible hours, working from home for part of the week and compressed hours. Please feel free to talk about what flexibility means to you at your interview.With a genuine commitment to flexible working, we believe that work life balance is incredibly important.Who we are:Here at the Mining Remediation Authority, we really are a great team to work with. We’re united in our passion and commitment to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas.We carry out a wide variety of essential services from responding to coal mining hazards, to keeping everyone and everything safe from mine water pollution.We are excited about what our future holds. Our work is helping to develop a new sustainable source of renewable energy for the UK. By harnessing the energy from mine water heat, we hope to play a key role towards helping the UK to meet net-zero emissions by 2050.We truly are a supportive organisation where we all live and breathe our values. We are inclusive, trusted and progressive in everything that we do.Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: As part of our commitment to increasing the diversity of our workforce, we provide a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum selection criteria who are disabled or from a minority ethnic community.We want to recruit you based on your skills and experience, and not the colour of your skin, where you come from, or who you share your life with. What’s important is that you can carry out your role effectively. That’s why, when you submit your application to us, we remove all your personal data before the hiring manager reviews your details. If you are successful and you join us, you can be confident that this is because we trust that you will be successful and can make a difference. By continuing to improve our diversity, we continue to improve our knowledge and innovation and live our values of being trusted, inclusive and progressive. If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for, but you require an alternative application form or other reasonable adjustments to apply, let us know. You can get in touch by email at recruitment@coal.gov.uk or give us a call on 01623 637000....Read more...
