Commercial and Civil Litigation Lawyer
We are seeking a Lawyer to join our Litigation Team.
Our Litigation Team advises a broad range of business and individual clients on a variety of commercial and civil disputes. This role offers exposure to high-quality and varied litigation work, providing the opportunity to work closely with clients to achieve practical and commercially focused solutions. You will manage your own caseload while working alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
- 1-5 years' post-qualification experience
- Experience of managing a varied commercial and/or civil litigation caseload
- Strong commercial awareness and a client-focused approach
- Excellent legal research, drafting and analytical skills
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines
- A proactive, flexible and collaborative approach to working with colleagues and clients
Commercial Property Lawyer
We are seeking an additional Lawyer to join our highly regarded Commercial Property Team.
Recognised by The Legal 500 as one of the leading Commercial Property departments in the West Midlands, our team advises a diverse range of clients on a broad spectrum of commercial property matters. This role offers exposure to high-quality work, including acquisitions and disposals, property development, landlord and tenant matters, secured lending transactions, agricultural and rural land matters, pension fund transactions, and a variety of specialist property agreements.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
- Strong commercial awareness and technical ability
- Excellent client care and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with an appropriate level of supervision
- A proactive and collaborative approach to working with colleagues and clients
Corporate and Commercial Lawyer
We are seeking an additional Lawyer to join our Corporate and Commercial Team.
The team advises a diverse range of clients, including start-ups, owner-managed businesses, established companies, local authorities, charities and high-net-worth individuals. The role offers exposure to a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including company and business sales and acquisitions, corporate restructures, shareholder and partnership agreements, business start-ups, commercial agreements and general corporate advisory work.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
- Approximately 2-4 years' broad Corporate and Commercial experience
- Strong commercial awareness and technical ability
- Excellent client care and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision
- A proactive and team-focused approach
Private Client Lawyer
We are seeking an additional Lawyer to join our highly regarded Private Client Team.
Recognised as one of the leading Private Client teams in Staffordshire and the West Midlands, our team advises individuals and families on a wide range of private client matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-quality and varied matters, including wills, trusts, probate and estate administration, inheritance tax planning, lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection matters and the resolution of disputes relating to wills and estates.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
- Broad experience of estate planning, probate and estate administration
- Strong technical ability and attention to detail
- Excellent client care and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with an appropriate level of supervision
- A proactive and compassionate approach when supporting clients through often sensitive and complex matters
Residential Property Lawyer
We are seeking a Lawyer to join our established and highly regarded Residential Property Team.
The team prides itself on delivering an exceptional level of client service and advises individuals on a wide range of residential property matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied caseload, including property sales and purchases, transfers of equity, mortgage and re-mortgage transactions, purchases of freehold interests, gifts of property, declarations of trust and lease extensions.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
- At least 2-4 years' Residential Property experience, although more experienced candidates are also encouraged to apply
- Strong technical ability and commercial awareness
- Excellent client care and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision
- A proactive and collaborative approach to client service
- Strong organisational and communication skills
Additional Information and Benefits
We welcome applications from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time opportunities.
We are looking for individuals who are professional, proactive and committed to delivering an excellent service to clients. Successful candidates will be team players with strong interpersonal skills, a flexible and supportive approach, and the ability to build positive working relationships with both clients and colleagues.
In return, we offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including:
- Company pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunities for career development and progression
For a confidential discussion about any of our vacancies, please contact Kiren Shergill, HR Manager, on 01827 317054.
To apply, please send your CV and covering email to kshergill@pickerings-solicitors.com.
