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Bond Pearce LLP Don't show me jobs from Bond Pearce LLP

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Bond Pearce LLP is a leading commercial law firm providing commercial, corporate, real estate and dispute resolution services. We have achieved the title of 'Best Legal Adviser' in the Legal Week Intelligence Client Satisfaction Report for the second year running, as well as being ranked in the top three of the 75 biggest business UK law firms. We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our successful Real Estate Team in Bristol, working on a part-time basis (17.5 hours a week, days negotiable). This department comprises of more than 100 lawyers and is praised by clients for their excellent knowledge of specialist legislation. We are looking for someone with previous legal secretarial experience, ideally gained within a commercial real estate environment. Your duties will include audio typing (using digital dictation), document creation and amendment, diary management, filing and other administrative duties. As a property secretary you will also complete various pre-completion searches, stamp duty applications and registration of properties. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful commercial law firm, who place huge importance in their people. People are at the very heart of what we do, and for our business to succeed we need the most talented and motivated teams in place. If you have the required experience (as detailed above), along with first-class IT and organisational skills, we would like to hear from you. You could be just a step away from a job where you really will be valued and supported every step of the way. secretary property real estate

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Bond Pearce LLP Don't show me jobs from Bond Pearce LLP

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£0 to £0 per year

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Contract

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Bond Pearce LLP is a leading commercial law firm providing commercial, corporate, real estate and dispute resolution services. We have achieved the title of 'Best Legal Adviser' in the Legal Week Intelligence Client Satisfaction Report for the second year running, as well as being ranked in the top three of the 75 biggest business UK law firms Our Casualty team has been acting for insurers in the defence of personal injury claims for 30 years, and is an established and well respected team in the insurance market. The team acts for an array of clients including multi-national insurers as well as other commercial entities. The team's expertise extends to employers' and public liability claims, motor claims, criminal and HSE prosecution work, occupational disease and fatal claims. The team has a particular expertise in defending high value catastrophic injury and large loss claims. This is an interesting area of law, and we now require a legal secretary to join the team in Bristol who is professional, client-focussed and driven to help gain the right result. You should have previous experience of working as a legal secretary, ideally within a commercial practice. First-class IT skills are also required (including digital dictation), along with the ability to work closely with other team members. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful commercial law firm, who place huge importance in their people. People are at the very heart of what we do, and for our business to succeed we need the most talented and motivated teams in place. legal secretary insurance typing

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Buro Happold Don't show me jobs from Buro Happold

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Bath Don't show me jobs in this location

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Commercial Executive/Senior Commercial Executive Salary: 35,000 negotiable depending on experience Buro Happold is an independent international practice of consulting engineers in the construction industry. Since 1976 we have grown in size and reach to serve public and private clients across a full range of sectors through an international network of 27 offices. We draw on the multi-disciplinary skills, knowledge and experience of our local experts to design and deliver award winning building, infrastructure and environmental projects that excel for clients, engage with communities and enrich the lives of users. The Commercial Executive is responsible for reviewing and offering advice on our appointments with clients, contracts, bids and other documentation within the construction industry, with an emphasis on the commercial aspects. There is potential to develop the role into dealing with property leases and general corporate matters. Under the direction of the Head of Commercial your key responsibilities will be to * Prepare contracts, agreements, deeds, orders, notices, statements and other documentation. * Undertake appointment and contract reviews and advise on pre and post-contract issues and claims (entitlements) within your areas of responsibility. * Work closely with the Head of Commercial and assist in all areas as reasonably directed by them. * Assist with administrative tasks such as keeping standard documents up to date, keeping records and statistics, progress monitoring of casework. * Be responsible for the commercial assistants (if any). * Endeavour to develop staff for whom you are responsible (if any) to their full potential. * Conduct regular performance development reviews for all direct reports. We are looking for a candidate who is legally qualified with post qualification experience, coupled with extensive experience of reviewing, negotiating and agreeing contractual terms. Or you may have degree in a Quantity Surveying or Engineering discipline with a second degree/qualification or interest in Law and be professionally qualified in a construction discipline (CEng, RICS, RIBA, and CIOB), with experience in contractual terms and dispute resolution related areas. We are open to hearing from candidates with either background. Although not essential, candidates with experience of other jurisdictions, in particular the Middle and Far East, would be particularly welcome. To apply please click Apply Online. commercial executive senior commercial executive lawyer solicitor

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Bond Pearce LLP Don't show me jobs from Bond Pearce LLP

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Our Catastrophic Injury and Liability Risks team has been acting for insurers in the defence of personal injury claims for 30 years, and is an established and well respected team in the insurance market. The team acts for an array of clients including multi-national insurers as well as other commercial entities. The team's expertise extends to employers' and public liability claims, motor claims, criminal and HSE prosecution work, occupational disease and fatal claims. The team has a particular expertise in defending high value catastrophic injury and large loss claims. The team is now looking to strengthen its offering through the recruitment of a Solicitor or a FILEX qualified Legal Executive. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career with a nationally recognised team of insurance specialists. The role will involve you undertaking a caseload of fast track employers' liability and public liability cases. You will also have the opportunity to support the senior members of the team in defending catastrophic injury claims. The role will also involve the opportunity for client exposure which in turn will allow you to develop some key client relationships. The team is continuing to build on its already strong profile in the market, and that will also allow you the opportunity to become involved with the team's business development activities. The successful candidate will have previous defendant personal injury insurance experience, a strong background in managing claims of a similar nature and using and understanding case management systems. A collaborative approach and a natural ability with people are key attributes for success in this role and you must also be capable of working independently. personal injury litigation insurance liability

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Bond Pearce LLP Don't show me jobs from Bond Pearce LLP

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Due to the continuing success of our nationally acclaimed planning practice we are looking to further develop our Bristol based team. Headed by three partners, the Chambers premier rated team has a wealth of experience across the spectrum of planning work from complex consenting work on infrastructure projects through unrivalled CPO expertise in regeneration and infrastructure to cutting edge environmental experience. Working with a calibre client base that includes high profile energy clients, public and quasi public authorities, the team are expert at providing complex and diverse advice. We are looking to recruit a talented individual who can work on major infrastructure projects particularly energy, and transport schemes with a current focus on renewables and waste. Work will include major consenting work with a heavy emphasis on marine and coastal work including development consent work under the new IPC regime. The ideal candidate will have planning experience gained in a city or large regional firm and will be able to demonstrate a track record in working on complex infrastructure projects. Whilst advocacy experience would be welcomed it is not essential. In return we can offer the right candidate a true opportunity to develop their career with an unrivalled national planning practice. planning infrastructure energy

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DAC Beachcroft LLP Don't show me jobs from DAC Beachcroft LLP

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£0 to £0 per year

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Solicitor 0-2 pqe Practice Area: Employment and Pensions Group Location: Bristol Job Reference : 2981 Overview of Practice Area / Department The Employment and Pensions Group at DAC Beachcroft LLP is one of the largest teams in the UK with over 110 fee earners and 17 Partners. The Bristol team currently consists of 3 partners, 4 associates, 11 solicitors and 3 paralegals. The team advises public, private and third sector employers on human resource issues from daily personnel matters, including disciplinary and grievance issues, to strategic management issues such as collective redundancy programmes, industrial action, transfers of employees both within and outside the UK. The Group handles approximately 2,000 Employment Tribunal claims per annum. Technical excellence, client service and delivering innovative solutions to our client's problems is of paramount importance and we are seeking a commercially minded lawyer who is keen to develop their career within a law firm which can provide excellent work from unrivalled spread of public sector clients and a growing commercial client base of national and international brands. Core Responsibilities You will be required to undertake a varied workload of employment matters advising employers in both the public and private sectors. You will also progress client matters with an appropriate level of supervision from more experienced fee-earners whilst maintaining an awareness of the appropriate limits of own competence/authority. From time to time you'll be required to take part in and initiate marketing / network activities in order to maintain and develop work from existing clients and potential clients. This includes presenting and assisting in client seminars. You'll also need to contribute to non fee-earning activity as appropriate e.g. knowledge sharing, training. As a member of a busy team you'll need to support the effective running of the team e.g. contributing to team meetings as well as providing support for colleagues where appropriate e.g. progressing matters in colleagues' absence. On an on-going basis it crucial that you are able to develop the team clients and your own contacts. Due to the nature of the role it is important to maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and exceeding Law Society CPD requirements. It is important that confidential information is handled in line with the firms data security protocols. Key Skills Ideally you will be a solicitor of typically 0-2 years plus qualification. Due to the nature of the role, you will have experience of advising commercial employers . You must possess experience of contentious and non contentious matters as well as handling tribunal claims. You will be self-motivated with an enthusiasm for employment law. It is important that you have a good academic record, together with experience in a well-recognised firm. You'll need to be an independent thinker with a focus on generating commercial solutions to problems on behalf of clients. Track record of business development is desirable. You must be willing and able to develop own advocacy. It goes without saying that you'll need to be a confident communicator with an ability to develop relationships, undertake client marketing and influence at all levels. From a team perspective you'll need to be an enthusiastic team player with a flexible approach. Application Details Beachcroft is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from every sector of the community. We also welcome direct applications. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please send your CV to us. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.

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DAC Beachcroft LLP Don't show me jobs from DAC Beachcroft LLP

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Solicitor 3-5pqe Practice Area: Employment and Pensions Group Location: Bristol Job Reference : 2980 Overview of Practice Area / Department The Employment and Pensions Group at DAC Beachcroft LLP is one of the largest teams in the UK with over 110 fee earners and 17 Partners. The Bristol team currently consists of 3 partners, 4 associates, 11 solicitors and 3 paralegals. The team advises public, private and third sector employers on human resource issues from daily personnel matters, including disciplinary and grievance issues, to strategic management issues such as collective redundancy programmes, industrial action, transfers of employees both within and outside the UK. The Group handles approximately 2,000 Employment Tribunal claims per annum. Technical excellence, client service and delivering innovative solutions to our client's problems is of paramount importance and we are seeking a commercially minded lawyer who is keen to develop their career within a law firm which can provide excellent work from unrivalled spread of public sector clients and a growing commercial client base of national and international brands. Core Responsibilities You will be required to undertake a varied workload of employment matters advising employers in both the public and private sectors. You will also progress client matters both contentious and no-contentious, ranging from the simple to the more complex, with an appropriate level of supervision from more experienced fee-earners whilst maintaining an awareness of the appropriate limits of own competence/authority. You will take an active role in supervising the work of and assisting in the development of more junior fee-earners. From time to time you'll be required to take part in and initiate marketing / network activities in order to maintain and develop work from existing clients and potential clients. This includes presenting and assisting in client seminars. You'll also need to contribute to non fee-earning activity as appropriate e.g. knowledge sharing, training. As a member of a busy team you'll need to support the effective running of the team e.g. contributing to team meetings as well as providing support for colleagues where appropriate e.g. progressing matters in colleagues' absence. On an on-going basis it crucial that you are able to develop the team clients and your own contacts. Due to the nature of the role it is important to maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and exceeding Law Society CPD requirements. It is important that confidential information is handled in line with the firms data security protocols. Key Skills Ideally you will be a solicitor of typically 3-5 years plus qualification. Due to the nature of the role, you will have experience of advising commercial employers . Experience in the health and public sector would be advantageous. You must possess experience of contentious and non contentious matters as well as handling tribunal claims. You will be self-motivated with an enthusiasm for employment law. It is important that you have a good academic record, together with experience in a well-recognised firm. You'll need to be an independent thinker with a focus on generating commercial solutions to problems on behalf of clients. Track record of business development is desirable. You must be willing and able to develop own advocacy. It goes without saying that you'll need to be a confident communicator with an ability to develop relationships, undertake client marketing and influence at all levels. From a team perspective you'll need to be an enthusiastic team player with a flexible approach. Application Details DAC Beachcroft is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from every sector of the community. We also welcome direct applications. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please send your CV to us. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.

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Intelligent Office Don't show me jobs from Intelligent Office

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From £20,000 to £21,000 per year

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Team Assistant Bristol Reference RAF 1188 We are currently recruiting for a Team Assistant , ideally with experience in commercial dispute resolution. You will join a team of assistants who collectively support individual legal departments. Key responsibilities of the role include: - Diary management - Meeting management - Co-ordinating photocopying and printing of enclosures for bundles and bibles - Event management e.g. arranging seminars - Customer relationship management i.e. dealing with customers over the phone and by email. You will be assisted by an internal support structure for the provision of typing and file management; services which are distinct from this support role. We are looking for candidates with digital dictation and manual amendment experience, exceptional communication skills, strong organisation skills and a relentless attention to detail. The successful candidate will be able to remain calm under pressure, use their initiative and be flexible and dependable. A positive and enthusiastic approach to daily tasks and a strong customer service focus are also essential. If you would like to find out more or apply for this role, then please click on the Apply Online button below and send us your current CV, quoting reference RAF 1188. legal secretary commercial dispute resolution intelligent office

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DAC Beachcroft LLP Don't show me jobs from DAC Beachcroft LLP

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£0 to £0 per year

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Overview of Practice Area/Background DAC Beachcroft is a leading international legal business with more than 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. We provide a full service claims, transactional, commercial, risk and advisory capability. We work with clients in a select range of industry sectors and are market leaders in health, insurance and real estate. We are agile, progressive and easy to engage with. Our flexible approach to resourcing enables us to apply the right mix of legal, commercial and process skills to deliver the right outcome at the right price, depending on our clients' individual needs. We pride ourselves on measuring our performance against our clients' expectations. Chambers UK, A Client's Guide to the Legal Profession 2012, recognised 121 of our partners and professionals as leading lawyers and we hold with 84 rankings in 34 separate practice areas, 20 of which are number one rankings. In 2009 we achieved certification under ISO9001, the quality assurance standard and in 2011 we were awarded ISO27001 certification for our information security procedures. We are the largest law firm in the country to obtain a silver Investors in People award. The firm is committed to supporting the communities in which we operate through charitable giving, pro bono work and via structured programmes including those operated by Business in the Community and The Prince's Trust. Healthcare and Clinical Risk is a core part of our business and the leading law firm in this field in the UK. Our teams are based in Bristol, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Winchester allowing us to offer truly national coverage to both public and private healthcare clients. The Bristol team serves both local NHS clients and national healthcare providers in the private sector covering all aspects of healthcare related advice and representation. Acting for the NHSLA, the MDU and private insurers, our highly rated clinical negligence team has a proven track record in defending high value obstetrics, paediatrics and neurosurgical claims. We would like to recruit an additional lawyer at around the level of 4-5 years PQE to join our team of 18 in Bristol. It is anticipated that the new lawyer would be supervised on a day-to-day basis by the Partners. Core Responsibilities Within this role you'll handle a challenging caseload of high value defendant clinical negligence work on behalf of the NHSLA and the MDU. This will include drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response, liaison with the NHSLA, Trusts and other health bodies, conducting face to face negotiations and mediation of claims as well as preparing counter schedules of damages in high value claims. You will also be expected to make an appropriate contribution to non fee-earning activity eg knowledge sharing, training, client seminars, and writing of articles. It is also important to comply with the required standards for internal procedures eg financial management of files, billing regimes etc as well as the specific requirements of individual clients, and handle confidential information in line with the firms data security protocols. Key Skills Ideally you'll have 4-5 years' PQE with a well-recognised firm, with considerable experience of handling complex clinical negligence claims, including those involving birth and other catastrophic injuries. Due to the nature of the role it is important to be a confident communicator with the ability to negotiate and influence at all levels. You will also be commercially minded and results driven, with the ability to see legal issues within the client's broader operating environment. On an on-going basis you'll need the ability to handle a complex and constantly changing workload and to work under pressure. You will also be detail conscious with a concern for quality. Application Details DAC Beachcroft is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from every sector of the community. We also welcome direct applications. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please send your CV to us. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence. healthcare clinical risk

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DAC Beachcroft LLP Don't show me jobs from DAC Beachcroft LLP

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£0 to £0 per year

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Bristol Don't show me jobs in this location

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Job Title: Paralegal Practice Area: Claims Solutions Location: Bristol Job Reference: 2945 Overview of Practice Area/Background DAC Beachcroft is a leading international legal business with more than 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. We provide a full service claims, transactional, commercial, risk and advisory capability. We work with clients in a select range of industry sectors and are market leaders in health, insurance and real estate. We are agile, progressive and easy to engage with. Our flexible approach to resourcing enables us to apply the right mix of legal, commercial and process skills to deliver the right outcome at the right price, depending on our clients' individual needs. We pride ourselves on measuring our performance against our clients' expectations. Chambers UK, A Client's Guide to the Legal Profession 2012, recognised 121 of our partners and professionals as leading lawyers and we hold with 84 rankings in 34 separate practice areas, 20 of which are number one rankings. In 2009 we achieved certification under ISO9001, the quality assurance standard and in 2011 we were awarded ISO27001 certification for our information security procedures. We are the largest law firm in the country to obtain a silver Investors in People award. The firm is committed to supporting the communities in which we operate through charitable giving, pro bono work and via structured programmes including those operated by Business in the Community and The Prince's Trust. The Claims Solutions team advises insurers and corporate clients in their defence of claims of all values, types and complexity. Core Responsibilities Working within this established team in Bristol, your main role will be to act as a first point of contact for designated clients in order to resolve general accounting and billing matters. You will also build relationships with client contacts at all levels (due to the nature of the work, contacts range from in house legal teams to production departments, human resources teams, line managers etc) Additionally, you will assist with the analysis of evidence and setting case strategies encompassing both technical and commercial considerations, obtaining and drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response, conducting (telephone) negotiation of claims, preparing detailed counter schedules, sound file management - to include consistent and accurate billing, management of WIP, file closures and updating Management Information. You'll be required to handle confidential information in line with the firms data security protocols. Key Skills You must have previous experience of dealing with Motor claims (pre-litigated or litigated). Experience of working in a target driven commercial environment would also be an advantage. You will have excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify market trends, to provide commercially rounded advice to clients and view things from a business perspective. You'll be a strong team player with an ability to adapt to rapid change and a collegiate approach to knowledge sharing and problem solving, particular in the case of multi-site clients will be vital to this role. Application Details DAC Beachcroft is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from every sector of the community. We also welcome direct applications. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please send your CV to us. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.