1,001 Lawyer jobs in the United Kingdom

Contract Lawyer - London - c£80,000 + Benefits

Are you looking to join a business entering an exciting phase of international growth — one that offers variety, opportunity, and visibility?

Do you want to be developed, challenged, and heard — working alongside a high-calibre senior leadership team who value commercial insight as much as legal precision?

If so this could be a perfect opportunity for you!

Our client is a global provider of high-quality services to a prestigious client base. As part of their ongoing expansion, they are looking to appoint a Contract Lawyer to play a key role within their legal team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a UK-qualified solicitor with 2-3 years’ post-qualification experience . You’ll be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, advising on contractual risks and obligations, and ensuring compliance with legal and internal policies.

Working closely with teams across the business, you’ll deliver practical, commercially focused legal advice and contribute to the development of internal processes as the company scales.

Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, along with the confidence to manage a varied workload independently.

Experience in a fast-paced in-house environment or commercial private practice is highly desirable.

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We do our best to reply to EVERY application!

We have been candidates too and we work hard to treat you in the same way that we would want to be treated. Therefore, we try not to rely on a generic advert disclaimer as this is something that is important for us and the businesses we partner with.

Given the high volume of responses we receive from the combination of job boards, social media and other sources and despite our best efforts, many of our responses will be via email as we simply can’t call every application - We know that may not quite what you want to hear but we hope you’ll understand and that you like our approach.

We work with great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes us, and our clients stronger, more creative and ultimately better at what we all do.

Short-listed candidates will obviously be contacted for this specific role and, regardless of the outcome of this process, feel free to utilise the 'job seeker resources’ on our website.

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Construction Lawyer to join the legal team at a major international infrastructure company.

Location : Primarily London-based, with regular presence at their main site and offices.

Hybrid Working : 4 days in office (3 at main site / 1 Head Office)

You'll support high-profile infrastructure projects, with a focus on contract management and legal risk mitigation. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Advising on complex construction and NEC contracts
• Supporting procurement and supply chain negotiations
• Managing and resolving disputes
• Providing proactive, hands-on legal support to project teams
• Collaborating closely with both UK and international colleagues

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales or other common law jurisdiction)
• Construction/projects experience (NEC preferred)
• Strong communication, commercial awareness & a proactive mindset
• Flexible and collaborative team player

If you're looking to make a real impact on critical UK infrastructure while working within a supportive and international legal team - we’d love to hear from you!

Real Estate Disputes – Junior to Mid-Level Associate – London

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented junior to mid-level lawyer to join a market-leading real estate disputes team in London. This group advises a stellar roster of investors, developers, landlords, tenants, financiers, and major corporates across the full spectrum of contentious property matters, from big-ticket litigation to complex portfolio management issues.

The work is high-profile, varied, and intellectually challenging. The team regularly acts on development-related disputes such as contested site assembly, rights of light, easements, and possession issues, as well as landlord and tenant matters including lease renewals, rent reviews, dilapidations, and service charge disputes. They also have a strong track record in urgent injunction work, CPO and compensation claims, insolvency disputes, and professional negligence claims.

You will work closely with leading practitioners on matters often involving substantial commercial assets and significant cross-border elements. The role offers early responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to build a strong advocacy skill set — with Higher Rights qualification training provided in-house.

Requirements:

• 1–2.5 years’ PQE in real estate disputes (more or less considered)
• England & Wales qualified, or recent disputes experience in this jurisdiction
• Strong technical ability, commercial awareness, and excellent drafting skills

This is an outstanding chance to join a top-tier team, handle high-value work for first-class clients, and develop your career in a supportive, collaborative environment.

To find out more about this role and others we are handling, please get in touch in complete confidence. Either send your CV to or call David on +447860774391 for a confidential discussion.

Real Estate Disputes – Junior to Mid-Level Associate – London

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented junior to mid-level lawyer to join a market-leading real estate disputes team in London. This group advises a stellar roster of investors, developers, landlords, tenants, financiers, and major corporates across the full spectrum of contentious property matters, from big-ticket litigation to complex portfolio management issues.

The work is high-profile, varied, and intellectually challenging. The team regularly acts on development-related disputes such as contested site assembly, rights of light, easements, and possession issues, as well as landlord and tenant matters including lease renewals, rent reviews, dilapidations, and service charge disputes. They also have a strong track record in urgent injunction work, CPO and compensation claims, insolvency disputes, and professional negligence claims.

You will work closely with leading practitioners on matters often involving substantial commercial assets and significant cross-border elements. The role offers early responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to build a strong advocacy skill set — with Higher Rights qualification training provided in-house.

Requirements:

• 1–2.5 years’ PQE in real estate disputes (more or less considered)
• England & Wales qualified, or recent disputes experience in this jurisdiction
• Strong technical ability, commercial awareness, and excellent drafting skills

This is an outstanding chance to join a top-tier team, handle high-value work for first-class clients, and develop your career in a supportive, collaborative environment.

To find out more about this role and others we are handling, please get in touch in complete confidence. Either send your CV to or call David on +447860774391 for a confidential discussion.

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Construction Lawyer to join the legal team at a major international infrastructure company.

Location : Primarily London-based, with regular presence at their main site and offices.

Hybrid Working : 4 days in office (3 at main site / 1 Head Office)

You'll support high-profile infrastructure projects, with a focus on contract management and legal risk mitigation. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Advising on complex construction and NEC contracts
• Supporting procurement and supply chain negotiations
• Managing and resolving disputes
• Providing proactive, hands-on legal support to project teams
• Collaborating closely with both UK and international colleagues

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales or other common law jurisdiction)
• Construction/projects experience (NEC preferred)
• Strong communication, commercial awareness & a proactive mindset
• Flexible and collaborative team player

If you're looking to make a real impact on critical UK infrastructure while working within a supportive and international legal team - we’d love to hear from you!

Location: Hybrid - West Malling

Salary/package: £42,000 - £6,000 per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 37 hours per week

Join the Community Care legal team at Invicta Law – a people-focused, purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference in local communities. This is a rewarding opportunity for a qualified lawyer to work on impactful adult social care cases, especially in the Court of Protection.

Who we are

Invicta Law is a specialist legal services provider and proud member of Commercial Services Group , which is one of the largest trading organisations of its kind in the UK. We provide expert legal advice to the public and third sector, with a mission to deliver high-quality, cost-effective legal services that support and protect the communities we serve. Within our experienced and supportive Community Care Group, we focus on safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable adults through dedicated legal expertise.

Why this role matters

This role plays a crucial part in supporting local authorities to comply with their adult social care legal duties. You will lead and manage legal proceedings in the Court of Protection and provide expert advice on critical areas of adult social care law. Your work will directly contribute to the protection of vulnerable individuals and the delivery of high-quality public services.

What you’ll be doing

• Act in Court of Protection proceedings, particularly relating to welfare and deprivation of liberty.
• Draft applications, file evidence and prepare for hearings on behalf of local authority clients.
• Provide legal advice on adult social care law, particularly mental capacity, and potentially safeguarding, mental health, and community care.
• Manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision while maintaining high professional standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships based on trust and reliability.
• Time-record accurately and manage workload efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Ensure all legal work complies with SRA standards and ethics.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (including NQs).
• Solid experience in adult social care law, including mental capacity and Court of Protection work.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills across written and verbal formats.
• Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Confident in file management and legal research.
• Commercially aware and customer-focused approach.
• Advocacy experience desirable but not essential
• Resilient, motivated, and adaptable team player.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary of £42,000 6,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and a discretionary extra day at Christmas
• Life assurance cover (4x salary)
• Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer contribution
• Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme
• Tailored learning and development support with real opportunities to progress

Why CSG?

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £8 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions.

We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies.

CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over 7 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.

Lawyer

Trusts and Estates

Shropshire

Full time, permanent opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic and personable team member to join Talbots as a Trusts and Estates Lawyer. To be successful, you will be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive and have had at least 1 year of post-qualified experience.

As a Trusts and Estates Lawyer, you will be expected to undertake a full range of wills, trusts and estates work on behalf of private clients whilst being involved with business development activities.

Who Are Talbots Law?

Talbots Law is proud to be an Employee-Owned Company and a member of the EOA. We were the first Employee-Owned Law Firm in the West Midlands.

Talbots is a Values led Company with a shared vision of “Working every day to be the best” for our people, our clients, and for our communities.

We are passionate about people being the best that they can be. We do this by providing a comprehensive package of high-quality Company benefits and rewards.

The Company is committed to the Real Living Wage Foundation and we also hold the Disability Confident accreditation.

• Competitive salaries with annual review.
• Annual tax-free* profit-share.
• 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards.
• Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees).
• Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Perkbox employee rewards & benefits platform.
• Medicash Health Cash Plan.
• Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision.
• Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees).
• Salary Sacrifice schemes.
• Established Company progression framework.
• Career progression plans (including financial / mentoring support towards professional qualifications where desired).
• Flexible and hybrid working available for experienced/qualified lawyer roles.
• Social events programme with larger event invitations extended to partners & families.
• Company gifts for celebrations and special life events.
• Commitment to charitable initiatives (currently main corporate sponsor of Acorns Children’s Hospice).
• Additional benefits include Aviva private health cover & Company parking provision for Associates, Senior Associates & Directors.

What the job includes:

• To grow and manage a varied caseload advising clients on a full range of associated matters across the Trusts and Estates portfolio.
• Drafting and reviewing documents and advising on a range of matters to include wills, powers of attorney, estate administration, Deeds of Variation and trust related work.
• Support colleagues within the department, liaising with existing and new clients, working efficiently, effectively and professionally.

What you need:

• To be either a Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant working experience within a Trusts & Estates Department;
• Passionate about providing outstanding client care and service.
• Accurate and articulate in written and spoken communication with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent administrative, planning, organisation and time management as well as being proficient in a variety of IT software, including all MS Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills.

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today by sending your CV to

Conveyancing Executive

Private Residential Property

Staffordshire

Full Time, permanent opportunity

We are looking for a progressive individual to join Talbots as a Conveyancing Executive. To be successful, you will have at least 1 years post qualified experience or equivalent in Residential Property.

As a Conveyancing Executive will be expected to offer an excellent service to clients and provide accurate legal guidance on a broad range of matters, as well as assist with the future development of the department.

Who Are Talbots Law?

Talbots Law is proud to be an Employee-Owned Company and a member of the EOA. We were the first Employee-Owned Law Firm in the West Midlands.

Talbots is a Values led Company with a shared vision of “Working every day to be the best” for our people, our clients, and for our communities.

We are passionate about people being the best that they can be. We do this by providing a comprehensive package of high-quality Company benefits and rewards.

The Company is committed to the Real Living Wage Foundation and we also hold the Disability Confident accreditation.

• Competitive salaries with annual review.
• Annual tax-free* profit-share.
• 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards.
• Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees).
• Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay and Parental Leave.
• EV Car Leasing Scheme.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Perkbox employee rewards & benefits platform.
• Medicash Health Cash Plan.
• Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision.
• Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees) and Financial Support Loans.
• Salary Sacrifice schemes.
• Established Company progression framework.
• Career progression plans (including financial / mentoring support towards professional qualifications where desired).
• Flexible and hybrid working available for experienced/qualified (lawyer) roles.
• Social events programme with larger event invitations extended to partners & families.
• Company gifts for celebrations and special life events.
• Commitment to charitable initiatives (currently main corporate sponsor of Acorns Children’s Hospice).
• Additional benefits include Aviva private health cover & Company parking provision for Associates, Senior Associates & Directors.

What the job involves;

• Managing a full caseload with a focus on wider Residential Conveyancing transactions, from instruction through to post-completion.
• Maintaining and developing strong client relationships with a wide range of clients and introducers, including technical legal enquiries.
• Being actively involved in the development of the department, including the training and supervising of Administrators, Paralegals and Trainee Solicitors.

What you need:

• To have a minimum 1 years qualified experience or equivalent as Conveyancer in Residential Property.
• Possess varied knowledge of Residential Conveyancing law and practice.
• Be detail-driven with excellent communication skills and an organised team-player.

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today by sending your CV to