The Role: In-House Legal CounselLocation: Gloucester Salary: Up to £90,000 FTE (pro-rata for part-time) Sector: HospitalityWe are working with a dynamic and growing hospitality company to find them a qualified Legal Counsel to join their team.This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of legal matters where you can shape your role and make a real impact, supporting group expansion in the UK and internationally.This role offers flexibility, and we welcome applications from those who are interested in working 3 days per week.However, you will need to be in the office in Gloucester for work days.About the RoleYou will play a key role in client contract negotiations, provide legal guidance to the executive team and wider business, and ensure compliance with UK and international regulations. While you’ll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, you’ll also be supported by the executive team and external legal advisors as needed.Key Responsibilities
Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including client, vendor, and outsourcing agreements.Legal Compliance & Regulatory Guidance: Ensure compliance with UK and international laws, covering corporate governance, employment, and commercial regulations.Risk Management & Mitigation: Identify legal risks and advise stakeholders on strategies to reduce them.Data Privacy & Security: Oversee data protection compliance (including GDPR) and advise on best practices.Stakeholder Communication & Reporting: Deliver clear, practical legal advice to non-legal colleagues, ensuring business and legal alignment.Corporate & Commercial Matters: Support key transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.Training & Education: Develop and deliver legal training sessions to internal teams, fostering a culture of compliance.Manage External Legal Providers: Oversee relationships and billing with specialist legal advisors.Due Diligence: Lead the due diligence process for group transactions.Alignment: Align existing agreements with external advisors and develop engagement frameworks.Review and Protection: Conduct comprehensive reviews of all legal matters to ensure compliance and protection.
All about you:
Qualified Solicitor (UK) with strong post-qualified experience in commercial, corporate, or technology law.Minimum two years’ experience in private practice at a law firm.Proven experience managing legal risks on complex projects and large-scale programmes.Expertise in data protection and compliance, including GDPR and data security.Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, able to work autonomously and manage multiple projects.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts for non-legal colleagues.Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) experience is highly desirable.
If you are a proactive, business-savvy legal professional ready to take on a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Send your CV to sheila@corecruitment.comYou must be able to live and work without restriction in the UK.To view all our vacancies, go to, www.corecruitment.com....Read more...
My client is a top ranked, Legal 500 firm with offices spread across the South West of England. Due to expansion, they are currently seeking a Private Family Solicitor to join their team based in any of their offices in Wiltshire.
The role and duties:
- Take on an existing caseload of varied family work
- Networking
- Assist in business development
- Supporting more junior members of the team
The successful candidate will be/have:
- Ideally 3 years+ PQE
- Experience in dealing with; Divorce, Separation, Financial Settlements, Children matters, injunctions and pre/post-nuptial agreements
- Exceptional communication, both written and verbally
- Negotiation skills
- Eye for detail
- Good time management skills
- Organisation skills
This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back great benefits such as Hybrid working and a competitive salary. If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV to me at j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or alternatively you can call on 0203 7149 446.
Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new terms apply.
At Clayton Legal we passionately believe your talent matters, so we specialise in recruiting the best legal talent and connecting this to the right opportunities. Clayton Legal is recognised as the talent partner of choice with clients ranging from small legal practices to international and global law firms. Whether you're looking for total recruitment outsourcing or a single appointment, or an overview of the recruitment market our award recognised service can confidently meet your talent needs.....Read more...
My client is a multi-sector, leading law firm with offices spread across the North West. They are currently seeking an experienced Residential Solicitor with a minimum 3 yrs PQE to join their Conveyancing team in Bolton.
The role and duties:
- Independently running your own caseload
- Prioritising and delegating where appropriate
- Generating new opportunities as well as maintaining existing clients
- & more where required
About you:
As the successful candidate you will have great organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. You will also have the ability to work well within a team. It would be a bonus if you have experience of small business transactions as well as purchase/sale transactions and leases.
In return they offer back:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Attendance bonus
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + birthday holiday + accrual system after 2 years
- Cycle2work
- Social events
- Training and development opportunities
- & many more!
This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back benefits. If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV to Tracy at t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk or Alternatively you can call on 01619147357
Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career. Terms apply
At Clayton Legal we passionately believe your talent matters, so we specialise in recruiting the best legal talent and connecting this to the right opportunities.
Clayton Legal is recognised as the talent partner of choice with clients ranging from small legal practices to international and global law firms. Whether you're looking for total recruitment outsourcing or a single appointment, or an overview of the recruitment market our award recognised service can confidently meet your talent needs.....Read more...
Responsibilities include:
Upload of invoice data direct into client systems
Working within the Operations Team to ensure accounts meet the required monthly targetsManipulating data within Excel, to present the correct format for import to internal and client systems
Understanding all designated customer accounts, pricing and billing processes
Liaising with energy suppliers which include submitting meter reads, terminations, identifying suppliers and any other support related to their meters
Communicating via email and phone with customers and sending/ following up on quotes, updates, handling escalations & day-to-day queries as required
Management and updating of our databases
Liaison with the Operations team to ensure client objectives / SLAs are met
Training:Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Whilst in the workplace, apprentices will also receive any additional training support and guidance required from their dedicated tutor
Attending weekly classes to achieve the StandardLevel 3 Business Administration qualification
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate will be given the opportunity of full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Established in 2008, our utility management service has been specifically refined to meet the needs of the block management market.
As a specialist broker working solely with block management and property companies, BMU is one of the UK’s leading block utility management partners, providing effective outsourcing of the management of block communal energy supplies saving you time and your customers money.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Are you a senior Commercial Solicitor looking to step into a more strategic, client-facing role? A leading UK law firm is seeking a Commercial Partner to join its nationally recognised Commercial, IT & IP team in Birmingham.
About the Firm • A top-tier UK law firm with a strong reputation for complex commercial work • Forward-thinking and people-focused with a proven record of internal promotion • Recognised as one of the Best Companies to Work For 20 years running
Job Role This is a key senior appointment, working on high-value and strategically important commercial matters across both public and private sectors. You'll be given space to lead on client relationships, business development, and internal leadership initiatives, with full support for progression.
Key Responsibilities • Advising on high-value contracts, outsourcing, and strategic partnerships • Drafting and negotiating IT agreements, data protection and licensing arrangements • Supporting leadership on BD and firm-wide initiatives • Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers • Maintaining excellent client service and technical standards
Job Requirements • 8+ years’ PQE from a leading City or large regional firm • Strong grounding in commercial law • Confidence in client-facing, strategic work • Appetite for progression, leadership and developing others • Commercial, pragmatic and collaborative approach
What’s on Offer • Competitive salary & extensive benefits • Hybrid working & flexible hours • National platform & high-quality work • Defined career progression opportunities • Inclusive, award-winning culture
If you would be interested in knowing more about this Birmingham City Cente based Commercial Partner role, please contact Jenny Vickerstaff on 0161 831 6866 or email jenny.vickerstaff@saccomann.com....Read more...
Are you a proactive, highly organised professional with a passion for operational excellence and client success? The HR Dept South London are looking for a dedicated Business Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in overseeing our daily operations, managing customer relationships, coordinating HR functions, ensuring health & safety compliance, and driving business development. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make a genuine impact, we invite you to apply.Full Time - 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday (alternative hours will be considered for the right candidate)Benefits include a discretionary bonus scheme, contributory pension, 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) and training and development opportunities.As Business Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our internal processes run smoothly and that our clients consistently receive exceptional service. You'll act as the central hub for a wide range of business activities, fostering strong relationships and supporting our team's ongoing success.Key Responsibilities:
Onboard and support new customers, ensuring a smooth transition and setup process for each customer.Conduct regular visits and maintain ongoing communications with existing customers to identify opportunities for additional services and ensure high levels of satisfaction.Act as the central point of contact for all office operations, ensuring business continuity by managing office and phone coverage.Efficiently resolve day-to-day operational issues, maintaining a steady workflow and supporting overall business efficiency.Coordinate HR activities in collaboration with external advisors, manage HR documentation, and address employee relations issues as they arise.Provide hands-on support and guidance to staff, assisting with problem-solving and addressing daily challenges.Implement, monitor, and ensure compliance with health & safety policies and procedures across the organisation, responding to concerns proactively.Manage inbound business leads, conduct initial consultations with prospective clients, and tailor proposed solutions to their specific needs.
Key Skills and Experience:
Previous experience within a similar role (with sales knowledge/background) would be an advantage.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Proven problem-solving abilities and a solution-oriented approach.Outstanding organisational skills and a proactive attitude towards work.Collaborative team player with a flexible, positive outlook.Comfortable with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel (Excel proficiency advantageous but not essential).
A successful candidate will be able to work effectively in a multi-functional team. If you have the right skills we would like to hear from you.About our clientWe work with a wide range of businesses, providing practical, hands-on HR support — from drafting employment contracts and managing disciplinaries to guiding employers through every stage of their journey. Our services range from complete HR outsourcing to one-off projects, all designed to help businesses achieve their goals with confidence. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional solutions and want to make a real difference to local businesses, we’d love to hear from you.Due to large volume of applications we cannot always contact all applicants. If you do not hear from us within 10 days please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.....Read more...
