10 Solicitor jobs in Leicestershire

Role: Children Law Solicitor - NQ to 3+ PQE

Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Children Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon.

Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our clients accomplishmen.

Job Title: Planning Solicitor - Leading National Law Firm
Location: Nottingham | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Firm:
Our client is a well-established national law firm with an excellent reputation for delivering trusted, commercially astute advice across a wide range of sectors. With offices strategically located across the Midlands and .

• Support the Legal Services Team by providing pragmatic and commercial legal advice and representation to the Council.
li>Primarily work on commercial contracts and procurement contracts.
• Act as lead commercial lawyer on the Council’s corporate projects, offering commercially aware legal project management, identifying key areas of legal work, and advising on timescales.
< i>Provide governance advice on appropriate decision-making processes and engage and coordinate external legal advisors as required.
• Support a team of legal advisors and provide advice on matters as appropriate.
• Produce and/or review reports for meetings of the Corporate Leadership Team and meetings of the council/committees, and brief relevant Chairman / Portfolio Holder.
• Maintain the high quality of legal advice provided to clients by maximizing the use of the case management system, maintaining Lexcel accreditation, and upholding the legal service’s performance standards.
< i>Help build pride, passion, and reputation for NWLDC.
• Deliver excellent customer service and see the service through the eyes of the customer, making suggestions for improvement where appropriate.
• Carry out duties efficiently and effectively, ensuring high standards of health and safety practice are maintained in accordance with council policy.
• Promote the Council's Equality and Diversity Policy to ensure service provision and employment practices are non-discriminatory.
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks appropriate to the grading of the post as required by the Head of Legal and Commercial Services.
• Give presentations to a variety of audiences as required.
• Ensure financial and corporate governance controls are implemented while seeking areas for ongoing improvement.
• Work effectively with elected members as appropriate.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments and changes to law and practice and provide pragmatic, commercial legal advice.
• Ensure continued achievement of Lexcel accreditation and performance management.
• Achieve annual revenue targets and contribute to the continuous improvement of Legal Services by maximizing the use of the case management system, achieving Lexcel, developing the Business Plan, and generating income.
• Build and maintain successful internal and external partnerships and relationships, communicating effectively both inside and outside the Council.

• Effective knowledge and understanding of commercial contracts and procurement contracts.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of legal services within local government.

Role: Housing Solicitor

A Legal 500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Law Solicitor for highly sought permanent position.

Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client.

LITIGATION SOLICITOR NQ+ AN OPPORTUNITY TO SPECIALISE - A very rare opportunity to specialise in Commercial Litigation at a leading multi-office firm. -

LITIGATION SOLICITOR NQ+ NOTINGHAM

Commercial / Civil Litigation Solicitor - (NQ +) -

A very rare opportunity to develop a specialism in Litigation matters at a leading multi-office firm.

Applications for this role will be treated in the utmost confidence.

There is some flexibility on experience levels here and we would encourage applications from Lawyers from recently qualified upwards a with good quality grounding, including some specific Commercial / Civil Litigation experience. This role would suit an ambitious candidate who is looking to take that next major career step to a position with potential.

The firm is modern-thinking and flexible, with a strong reputation regionally, the client base is impressive and the team is growing and very supportive and modern-thinking.

If you think that you have the necessary experience, and this opportunity could be of interest to you, then Claudia would be very keen to hear from you as soon as possible in absolute confidence on 01275 463 111.

Legal Vacancies/Law Jobs, Reference : CC 60644 ; (Commercial Litigation Solicitor NQ+):Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency. In addition to this role, we have many other excellent and specialist positions. Please note our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we would be happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills needed to perform the role.

Private Client / Wills and Probate Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive 

Hinckley with home-working 2 days per week

Salary Negotiable, commensurate with PQE

About the Firm

Established for over 200 years, this highly successful, modern, forward-thinking law firm have a close-knit network of offices within Warwickshire and Leicestershire and are expanding their teams, due to consistent and steady business growth, particularly in the field of Private Client/ Wills and Probate.

The firm’s culture is one of openness, flexibility, understanding and adaptability, in a friendly and collaborative working environment where everyone achieves a great work/life balance.  They are fully committed to supporting training and development of all staff, not only with financial support and mentoring, but with fully paid exam and study leave too. You’ll receive guidance and mentoring every step of the way throughout your career with this fabulous employer, to ensure you reach your personal and professional objectives.

About the Role

This is a full-time permanent role, working Monday to Friday. Home working will be accommodated 2 days per week.

What You’ll be Doing

• Taking instructions from clients, providing them with expert legal support and advice  
• Managing a varied private client caseload including
  • wills, trusts and probate
  • estate administration
  • LPA's
  • Court of Protection matters
• Attending clients in person, by telephone and email, keeping them fully updated. 

Who we're looking for:

Suitable candidates are likely to have:

• Fully qualified status (solicitor or CLE)
• Experience of running a private client caseload with minimal supervision
• Sound knowledge of private client work including wills, trusts, LPA,s probate, estate administration and IHT
• Excellent client care skills

What's on offer:

Benefits include:

• Support with training and development plus exam and study leave
• Fabulous opportunities to progress your career
• 23 days’ annual leave, rising to 28 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period
• Company sick pay scheme, which increases with length of service
• Life Assurance and Smart Health
• Health Cash Plan
• Private Healthcare after 2 years’ service
• Discounted legal services
• Company events
• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Free On-site parking
• Hybrid working with 2 days per week homeworking

Note : A competitive salary is offered, which will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The above information is correct to the best of our knowledge

For more information,  please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment

About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment

Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands.

We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent.

About Your Consultant

Tracey is the Owner and Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service – the way she believes recruitment should be! 

Tracey’s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it’s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey’s experience and expertise.

Know anyone who might be interested ? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details.

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor (2 – 5 PQE) to join their Employment  Team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to further their career, build strong client relationships and help to grow the team.

Some of your duties will include:

• Advising clients in relation to their employment law matters, including Claimants on settlement agreements;
li>Defending Tribunal claims on behalf of clients and being involved in all stages of the Tribunal process, including preparing Grounds of Resistance, disclosure, drafting witness statements, advising on merits and attending Tribunal hearings on behalf of clients;
• Drafting documents for clients, including contracts of employment and reviewing and advising on policies and procedures;
• Keeping up to date with employment law developments and preparing updates and training clients in relation to those developments;
• Advising and assisting clients in relation to their employment law matters, ensuring a high level of client service is maintained at all times and that the client’s aims are met (subject to professional and regulatory requirements)
< i>Managing the client relationship
• Undertaking business development activities
• Complying with all legislative and regulatory requirements
• Updating and consulting with Senior Associates and Partners

Requirements:

• Ability to deal with straightforward transactions, including unfamiliar tasks which present a range of problems
• Uses own judgement but may need supervision at differing levels of transaction
• Identifies the legal principles relevant to the area of practice and applies them appropriately
• Uses experience to check the information provided
• Goes the extra mile and produces good quality work

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application.  If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

• Probate and estate administration
• Drafting Wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Tax planning and Trusts

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, OR an experienced Fee Earner with at least 3 years’ experience in private client work
• Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of private client matters
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• A proactive approach to business development and marketing initiatives

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear career progression prospects
• Full-time secretarial support
• Over 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme and life cover
• Free on-site car parking

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The Role and the Team

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Regulatory Senior Legal Counsel to join our team and combine expertise in regulatory compliance and legal advisory. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the business's adherence to financial regulations while providing strategic legal guidance across operations, and deploying expert contract drafting and negotiation skills for financial regulatory contracts.

What You’ll Do

Legal Advisory:

• Provide expert legal advice on financial regulatory matters, commercial agreements, governance and compliance controls
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policies, and other legal documentation
• Anticipate and mitigate legal risks associated with complex financial arrangements and operations

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, including FCA requirements and other industry standards
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise on necessary adjustments to policies, practices, and documentation
• Lead efforts to develop and implement compliance frameworks and risk management strategies

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with FS&I, Partnerships, Compliance & Risk Management, Finance and other internal teams to align legal and regulatory strategies with business goals, enable business strategic initiatives and drive sustainable growth
• Represent the company in dealings with external regulators and maintain strong relationships with relevant authorities

Leadership:

• Advise management and stakeholders on legal and regulatory issues impacting business strategy and operations
• Support the development and mentoring of junior legal and compliance staff

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with significant post-qualification experience

• Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations and industry practices, including FCA requirements
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance and legal advisory roles within the tech or financial sectors
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

We’d also love if you bring any of the below

• Experience working in-house within the tech sector or advising tech companies in private practice
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and their intersection with financial regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Our Culture

Our mission is simple – make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It’s what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service.

We don’t just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve.

We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers – either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team, we aim to be flexible, but we aren’t able to offer fully remote working.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• 35 hour working week
• Free parking and EV charging onsite at HQ
• 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days
• A company bonus scheme
• Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts
• Generous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditions
• Group auto-enrolment pension plan
• Enhanced parental leave and absence leave
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders
• Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches
• Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. Monthly Light’s Up and The Shine awards
• Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks)
• Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes)
• Strong learning and development culture

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