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Residential Conveyancing Solicitors (Licensed Conveyancers)

Excellent opportunities (2) within our small Residential Conveyancing Team: substantial experience of residential conveyancing and especially shared ownership work acting for individuals all over England & Wales needed. 

Main Responsibilities

• Conducting purchase, sale, staircasing, lease extension, remortgage transactions, often as to shared ownership properties in London and the South East.
• Strong familiarity with new build leasehold work looked for.

About us.

• We are a Legal 500 listed long-established firm of solicitors 
• Offices in Central Bristol
• We are not a legal factory - small, close team
• National reputation acting in shared ownership transactions (for buyers, not selling developers or housing associations)
• Substantial practice in straight freehold and leasehold purchases & sales.

About You

• Substantial previous experience handling residential conveyancing transactions
• Clear communication skills
• Meticulous accuracy
• Organised
• Reliable
• Maintaining quality and productivity
• Excellent IT Skills particularly with email
• Consistency in meeting high quality standards of output
• Being comfortable with taking responsibility.

Benefits

• Attractive salary but will depend on experience
• Auto-enrolment workplace pension scheme
• Friendly working environment
• Bristol City Centre offices near all transport hubs
• Full-time, permanent.
• Salary: £30,000-£60,000 per year.
• With monthly completions bonus

NQ Opportunities – March 2026 (and Early Interest for September 2026)

Our clients include many of the most prestigious US and UK law firms in London — spanning Elite US outfits alongside Magic Circle, Silver Circle and leading international firms. Each has a strong track record of hiring exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors into their London offices and is now actively meeting ambitious trainees ahead of their Spring 2026 intake.

While many firms have yet to begin internal retention processes, the lateral market is already in motion, with several teams also expressing early interest in candidates qualifying in September 2026.

This is a unique opportunity for trainees approaching qualification to secure a role at some of the world’s most respected legal institutions, offering high-profile, cross-border work and market-leading career development.

Practice Areas:

• Corporate / M&A
• Private Equity
• Banking & Finance (Leveraged Finance)
• Capital Markets
• Funds
• Litigation & Arbitration / Disputes
• Restructuring & Insolvency
• Competition

Candidate Profile:

• Trainee Solicitor at a leading City or international firm
• Qualifying in England & Wales in February or March 2026 (or early interest for September 2026).
• Strong academic background with quality training in at least one of the above practice areas.
• Commercially minded, motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Committed to building a career within a top-tier or elite platform.

We also offer advisory support on how best to position yourself to secure a qualified role, whether internally at your training firm or through a lateral move.

Rutherford is a leading legal search firm partnering with top-tier law firms, funds and financial institutions on both private practice and in-house mandates.

For a confidential conversation, please submit your CV to this vacancy or contact Rebecca at

Find more of our live roles here:

NQ Opportunities – March 2026 (and Early Interest for September 2026)

Our clients include many of the most prestigious US and UK law firms in London — spanning Elite US outfits alongside Magic Circle, Silver Circle and leading international firms. Each has a strong track record of hiring exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors into their London offices and is now actively meeting ambitious trainees ahead of their Spring 2026 intake.

While many firms have yet to begin internal retention processes, the lateral market is already in motion, with several teams also expressing early interest in candidates qualifying in September 2026.

This is a unique opportunity for trainees approaching qualification to secure a role at some of the world’s most respected legal institutions, offering high-profile, cross-border work and market-leading career development.

Practice Areas:

• Corporate / M&A
• Private Equity
• Banking & Finance (Leveraged Finance)
• Capital Markets
• Funds
• Litigation & Arbitration / Disputes
• Restructuring & Insolvency
• Competition

Candidate Profile:

• Trainee Solicitor at a leading City or international firm
• Qualifying in England & Wales in February or March 2026 (or early interest for September 2026).
• Strong academic background with quality training in at least one of the above practice areas.
• Commercially minded, motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Committed to building a career within a top-tier or elite platform.

We also offer advisory support on how best to position yourself to secure a qualified role, whether internally at your training firm or through a lateral move.

Rutherford is a leading legal search firm partnering with top-tier law firms, funds and financial institutions on both private practice and in-house mandates.

For a confidential conversation, please submit your CV to this vacancy or contact Rebecca at

Find more of our live roles here:

NQ Opportunities – March 2026 (and Early Interest for September 2026)

Our clients include many of the most prestigious US and UK law firms in London — spanning Elite US outfits alongside Magic Circle, Silver Circle and leading international firms. Each has a strong track record of hiring exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors into their London offices and is now actively meeting ambitious trainees ahead of their Spring 2026 intake.

While many firms have yet to begin internal retention processes, the lateral market is already in motion, with several teams also expressing early interest in candidates qualifying in September 2026.

This is a unique opportunity for trainees approaching qualification to secure a role at some of the world’s most respected legal institutions, offering high-profile, cross-border work and market-leading career development.

Practice Areas:

• Corporate / M&A
• Private Equity
• Banking & Finance (Leveraged Finance)
• Capital Markets
• Funds
• Litigation & Arbitration / Disputes
• Restructuring & Insolvency
• Competition

Candidate Profile:

• Trainee Solicitor at a leading City or international firm
• Qualifying in England & Wales in February or March 2026 (or early interest for September 2026).
• Strong academic background with quality training in at least one of the above practice areas.
• Commercially minded, motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Committed to building a career within a top-tier or elite platform.

We also offer advisory support on how best to position yourself to secure a qualified role, whether internally at your training firm or through a lateral move.

Rutherford is a leading legal search firm partnering with top-tier law firms, funds and financial institutions on both private practice and in-house mandates.

For a confidential conversation, please submit your CV to this vacancy or contact Rebecca at

Find more of our live roles here:

NQ Opportunities – March 2026 (and Early Interest for September 2026)

Our clients include many of the most prestigious US and UK law firms in London — spanning Elite US outfits alongside Magic Circle, Silver Circle and leading international firms. Each has a strong track record of hiring exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors into their London offices and is now actively meeting ambitious trainees ahead of their Spring 2026 intake.

While many firms have yet to begin internal retention processes, the lateral market is already in motion, with several teams also expressing early interest in candidates qualifying in September 2026.

This is a unique opportunity for trainees approaching qualification to secure a role at some of the world’s most respected legal institutions, offering high-profile, cross-border work and market-leading career development.

Practice Areas:

• Corporate / M&A
• Private Equity
• Banking & Finance (Leveraged Finance)
• Capital Markets
• Funds
• Litigation & Arbitration / Disputes
• Restructuring & Insolvency
• Competition

Candidate Profile:

• Trainee Solicitor at a leading City or international firm
• Qualifying in England & Wales in February or March 2026 (or early interest for September 2026).
• Strong academic background with quality training in at least one of the above practice areas.
• Commercially minded, motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Committed to building a career within a top-tier or elite platform.

We also offer advisory support on how best to position yourself to secure a qualified role, whether internally at your training firm or through a lateral move.

Rutherford is a leading legal search firm partnering with top-tier law firms, funds and financial institutions on both private practice and in-house mandates.

For a confidential conversation, please submit your CV to this vacancy or contact Rebecca at

Find more of our live roles here:

Role: Private Client Solicitor - Director – Wills and Probate

Our client, a leading national law firm respected for its excellence in client care are looking to recruit experienced Wills & Probate Solicitor/Head of Department/Director.

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’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.

Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. 

Wills & Probate Law Department background

Our client’s Wills & Probate Law department understands that drawing up a will or administering an estate can be an emotional experience, therefore, its specialist team ensures its clients’ families are secure and their wishes are carried out. 

The department offers a comprehensive and personal service to its clients including will drafting, inheritance tax planning advice, assistance with the administration of a will or advice on a contested will.   Our client’s specialist practitioners have considerable expertise in advising on international wills, wills involving extended families/ estranged family and contested wills/ probate litigation.

Our client’s probate experts also offer advice under the law of England and Wales in addition to Islamic wills and inheritance matters.

Main Responsibilities of the Role

• Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met


• Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs


• Responsible for all aspects of Wills & Probate work


• Supervising a team of solicitors/trainees & paralegals undertaking private client work


• Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities


• Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney cases including: Estate administration; Applying for and obtaining the grant of probate; Setting up trusts; Advising on inheritance tax; court of protection matter; Contesting a will; Settling any tax liabilities and affairs


• Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases


• Dealing with correspondence


• Maintaining accurate time costing procedures


• Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly


• Ensuring compliance with file management

Key Skills Required

• 5 Years+ PQE


• Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying


• Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges


• Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators


• Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities.


• Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business


• Excellent analytical and organizational skills


• Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment


• Working knowledge of Wills and Probate work and have the ability to service privately funded cases


• Have extensive experience in dealing with Wills & Probate related work


• Experience in own advocacy is an advantage


• Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills


• STEP qualification preferable but not essential

About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities:

Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.

The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve.

The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws.   Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.

By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at Website.

Role:  Immigration Solicitor - IAAS Level 2 Accredited

A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Immigration Solicitor with IAAS Accrditation, for highly sought permanent positon with ability to manage and supervise  Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers.

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’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.

Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. 

Immigration Department Background: 

Our client’s has one of the largest legal aid immigration law practices in the UK and are ranked and recommended as a top-tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. The Legal 500 legal directory applauds the services they provide nationwide. The immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals.

The immigration team offers a wide range of services to foreign nationals and families seeking to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist immigration lawyers nationwide, the department brings exceptional expertise to all immigration matters. Many of its lawyers are trained barristers who handle complex appeals in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.

The team is particularly recognised for its extensive experience in asylum (international protection) claims and for challenging human rights violations involving unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, the firm remains committed to providing support regardless of individual circumstances.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Report directly to Department Director


• Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members


• Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities


• Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department


• Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work


• Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency,


• Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence


• Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl. drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations)


• Attending conferences and court


• You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company

Key Skills Required

• Registered with the Law Society Immigration Accreditation Level 2


• Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying


• Strong management skills


• Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues


• Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business


• Working knowledge of the publically funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases


• Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters


• Experience in own advocacy is an advantage


• Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills

This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required.

On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy.

The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve.

About Gemini Recruitment:

Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.

By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Our clients include a selection of the most prestigious US and UK law firms, spanning Elite US outfits alongside Magic Circle and Silver Circle leaders. Each has a strong track record of hiring exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors into their London offices and is now seeking ambitious NQs to join their Spring 2026 intake across a range of practice areas.

This is a unique opportunity for trainees approaching qualification to secure a position at some of the world’s most respected legal institutions.

Available Practice Areas

• Corporate – Advising on complex M&A, joint ventures, and public/private transactions for multinational corporates and financial institutions.
• Tax – Working on cross-border structuring, transactional support, and advisory mandates across corporate, funds, and finance matters.
• Finance / Banking (Leveraged Finance) – Acting for sponsors, lenders, and borrowers on market-leading leveraged and acquisition finance transactions.
• Private Equity – Supporting leading global sponsors across the full investment cycle, from buyouts to exits.
• Litigation & Arbitration – Representing corporates, funds, and financial institutions in high-value disputes, investigations, and arbitration.
• Energy & Infrastructure – Advising on renewables, traditional energy, and large-scale infrastructure projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Funds – Working with sponsor clients on private equity, credit, infrastructure, and hybrid fund formation, as well as investor mandates.

Candidate Profile

• Trainee Solicitor at a leading City or international firm, qualifying in February or March 2026 .
• Strong academic background with solid training experience in at least one of the above practice areas.
• Highly motivated, commercially minded, and able to operate in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Commitment to developing a career within an elite or top-tier platform.

Why Apply?

• Exposure to high-profile, cross-border mandates at the cutting edge of the market.
• The opportunity to work alongside leading partners and specialists recognised in their fields.
• Competitive remuneration packages at both Elite US and Magic/Silver Circle levels.
• Structured training, support, and clear progression paths for ambitious associates.

This is an excellent chance to secure a role at qualification with firms that consistently rank at the very top of the market, offering NQs unparalleled experience and career development.

Rutherford is a leading legal recruiter that also works closely with tier one sponsors, buyside firms and investment banks for in-house roles. Please get in contact if you would like to be alerted to the most exciting Counsel opportunities.

To find more of our jobs please visit our website:

Job Reference: NWC3391

Keywords

NQ, Newly Qualified Solicitor, 2026 intake, corporate, tax, finance, leveraged finance, private equity, litigation, arbitration, energy, funds, Magic Circle, Silver Circle, US law firms, London

Our clients include a selection of the most prestigious US and UK law firms, spanning Elite US outfits alongside Magic Circle and Silver Circle leaders. Each has a strong track record of hiring exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors into their London offices and is now seeking ambitious NQs to join their Spring 2026 intake across a range of practice areas.

This is a unique opportunity for trainees approaching qualification to secure a position at some of the world’s most respected legal institutions.

Available Practice Areas

• Corporate – Advising on complex M&A, joint ventures, and public/private transactions for multinational corporates and financial institutions.
• Tax – Working on cross-border structuring, transactional support, and advisory mandates across corporate, funds, and finance matters.
• Finance / Banking (Leveraged Finance) – Acting for sponsors, lenders, and borrowers on market-leading leveraged and acquisition finance transactions.
• Private Equity – Supporting leading global sponsors across the full investment cycle, from buyouts to exits.
• Litigation & Arbitration – Representing corporates, funds, and financial institutions in high-value disputes, investigations, and arbitration.
• Energy & Infrastructure – Advising on renewables, traditional energy, and large-scale infrastructure projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Funds – Working with sponsor clients on private equity, credit, infrastructure, and hybrid fund formation, as well as investor mandates.

Candidate Profile

• Trainee Solicitor at a leading City or international firm, qualifying in February or March 2026 .
• Strong academic background with solid training experience in at least one of the above practice areas.
• Highly motivated, commercially minded, and able to operate in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Commitment to developing a career within an elite or top-tier platform.

Why Apply?

• Exposure to high-profile, cross-border mandates at the cutting edge of the market.
• The opportunity to work alongside leading partners and specialists recognised in their fields.
• Competitive remuneration packages at both Elite US and Magic/Silver Circle levels.
• Structured training, support, and clear progression paths for ambitious associates.

This is an excellent chance to secure a role at qualification with firms that consistently rank at the very top of the market, offering NQs unparalleled experience and career development.

Rutherford is a leading legal recruiter that also works closely with tier one sponsors, buyside firms and investment banks for in-house roles. Please get in contact if you would like to be alerted to the most exciting Counsel opportunities.

To find more of our jobs please visit our website:

Job Reference: NWC3391

Keywords

NQ, Newly Qualified Solicitor, 2026 intake, corporate, tax, finance, leveraged finance, private equity, litigation, arbitration, energy, funds, Magic Circle, Silver Circle, US law firms, London