Opportunities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor/Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years PQE to join the team in our newly relocated Tiverton office. 

The successful candidate must be confident in the administration of estates, preparation of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and trust matters, the latter being subject to relevant experience with appropriate training being provided should this be required. 

You will need to be a confident team player, with a friendly and professional approach when dealing with clients. 

The successful candidate will need to have good IT skills and should be familiar with the Microsoft Office suite of applications.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and excellent client care are essential for this role. 

This is a full-time permanent position and is office-based and the salary is negotiable depending on experience. 

Send a current CV and covering letter to huw.jones@star-legal.co.uk 

Star Legal solicitors are seeking to recruit 2 solicitors and/or experienced case workers to join a strong reputable team within the West Midlands. 

1. A Mental Health Solicitor or case worker who is Panel Accredited.  Supervisor status is desirable but not essential

2. A Health and Welfare Court of Protection solicitor or case worker, with experience of Court of Protection cases and knowledge and experience of legal aid regulations.  Accredited Legal Representative/Mental Capacity Panel accreditation is desirable but not essential

   We seek someone who has a keen commitment to representation of vulnerable individuals, has excellent communications skills, is adaptable and has an enthusiasm to help grow and develop a thriving and fast paced department.  Experience of managing your own case load is required.  

   We have a strong team working ethos and you will receive support from a confident and knowledgeable administration team including secretarial, paralegal and billing support.

   Driving licence and access to a car is essential

   Salary is negotiable dependant upon qualification and experience
    

   Benefits include:

   Free Parking
   Bonus Scheme
   Opportunities for growth, training and development

    

   Contact susan.parker@star-legal.co.uk  with CV and covering letter 
    

We are looking for a full-time Residential Conveyancing Secretary to join the conveyancing team in our Clifton office. This role is perfect for someone who has gained some legal experience already and is looking for a new opportunity within the Bristol area.

You will need to have good IT skills and should be familiar with the Microsoft Office suite of applications. The ideal candidate will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate excellent client care. A professional telephone manner and attention to detail is essential. 

You will need to be organised, accurate, proactive, computer literate and able to meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure.

The key responsibilities for this role will include:

•    Generating new conveyancing quotations
•    Following AML and on-boarding procedures
•    Opening new files on our case management system
•    Producing Client Engagement letters and new client packs
•    Dealing with correspondence with clients, agents, lenders, landlords and solicitors
•    Ordering conveyancing searches
•    Using the Land Registry Portal
•    Answering telephones and updating clients, agents, lenders and solicitors
•    Post completion work for purchases
•    Covering reception (when required)

If this role is of interest please send a CV and covering letter to huw.jones@star-legal.co.uk 
 

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client CILEX or experienced paralegal to join a well-established private client department. This role reports to the Legal Director and Head of Private Client (Wills and Probate) in Abergavenny.

You will carry out day to day conduct of Private Client files and work as part of a team responsible for all aspects of work connected with Private Client including (but not limited to) Wills, Probate, LPA's, Trusts, Estates, Tax, Court of Protection.

Full or part-time hours of work considered (with ability for some hybrid). Market Rate Salary.

Please apply with CV to richard.vaughan@star-legal.co.uk