Pardoes Solicitors

Dispute Resolution/Civil Litigation fee earner

Dispute Resolution/Civil Litigation fee earner - Yeovil Office

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Solicitor / Legal Executive or Paralegal (with 2-4 years experience) to join an established, busy and expanding team has arisen in the Yeovil Office of our Legal 500 Firm. The successful applicant will have experience in a busy civil litigation/dispute resolution environment and a day to day understanding and practice in:

• Property Litigation (boundary disputes, adverse possession, nuisance etc.)

• Residential & Commercial Landlord & Tenant

• Contentious probate

• General Civil Litigation (contracts, partnerships, commercial disputes etc.)

You will also have a proven ability to work under your own initiative and continue to develop the business through wider networking and relationship building with new and existing clients.

You will need to demonstrate excellent communication, networking and client facing skills alongside an enviable experience of dealing with both day to day and complex cases. You should also exhibit your involvement and drive in marketing and promotional events, seminars and contribution to newsletters and social media activity.

In addition you will be self-supportive, undertaking the majority of your own administration with some support provided locally or remotely as appropriate. Target driven with a desire to succeed, it goes without saying client and commercial awareness is essential whilst consistently delivering a first class service.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work alone as required to get the job done but most of the time will be working closely with the 2 senior solicitors in the team and who are recommended by the Legal 500.

The successful applicant will also be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving licence and consider travel to other offices as part of their role. We are looking for a quick start so please apply if you wish to join an expanding and successful team by submitting your CV and covering letter to HR@pardoes.co.uk

Closing date for Applications – 31 October 2021

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Family Law Fee Earner

Family Fee Earner – Bridgwater Office

We are currently seeking a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our growing Family Law Department on a permanent basis.

THE ROLE:

Based in our Bridgwater office you will be required to deal with all aspects of privately funded family work under the supervision of a partner including divorce, financial settlement, TOLATA (not litigation), cohabitation agreements, pre and post nuptials and children-related matters, You will also be required to attend and represent clients at court and attend clients at our other offices when necessary.

Working within an experienced and supportive team there are genuine opportunities for career development and progression for the right person.

ABOUT YOU:

This is a busy role requiring a proactive individual who will demonstrate a positive approach to work whilst maintaining resilience and focus under pressure. As a team player you will have strong communication and organisational skills. You will possess a solid level of legal knowledge to enable you to advise clients with confidence and authority. Together with strong advocacy and client facing skills you will be able to demonstrate an exceptional level of personal service.

ABOUT US:

Pardoes is a dynamic and forward-thinking South West law firm. We pride ourselves on delivering expert legal advice with empathy and care helping people in our community protect their interests now and in the future.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter to HR.

Please note the role requires successful applicants to be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving licence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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Criminal Defence Fee Earner

Taunton / Bridgwater / Yeovil – Permanent – Full Time

Salary - £Competitive

We are currently seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive to work within our Criminal Department on a permanent full time basis including some out of hours work

THE ROLE:

Our criminal defence team is one of the largest in the local area representing and defending clients in a broad range of criminal matters.

You will be required to manage a busy and existing caseload of private client and legal aid files and also attend clients at magistrate courts and police stations in the Yeovil, Taunton and Bridgwater area. Therefore it is essential that you are eligible to join the Court and Police Station Duty Rota Scheme. The role can be based out of either our Taunton / Bridgwater / Yeovil offices.

Working within a supportive team there are genuine opportunities for career development and progression for the right person.

ABOUT YOU:

This is a busy role requiring a proactive individual who will demonstrate a positive approach to work whilst maintaining a resilience and focus under pressure. Your expert legal knowledge, experience and insight will enable you to advise with confidence and authority. Together with robust advocacy and client facing skills you will be able to demonstrate an exceptional level of personal service.

ABOUT US:

If you are interested in the role and would like to discuss it further please contact Cindy Scobie on cindy.scobie@pardoes.co.uk.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter to HR@pardoes.co.uk

Please note the role requires successful applicants to be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving licence.

Closing date for Applications – 31 October 2021

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Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner

Experienced Fee Earner - Residential Conveyancing Department (Yeovil Office)

We are seeking an experienced fully qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our Residential Conveyancing department at our Yeovil Office.

The Residential Conveyancing department of this modern thinking Legal 500 firm has seen unprecedented growth. We have a regional presence and the reputation of being a great place to work.

You should have excellent communication, networking and client facing skills alongside a track-record of dealing with both day to day and complex cases.

The Role:

You should be self supportive, undertaking some of your own administration but support can be provided as appropriate. It goes without saying client awareness is essential whilst consistently delivering a first class service.

On occasion, the role may require travel to provide cover to our other offices in Taunton and Bridgwater. Hours of work are between Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy residential fee earning role with an ability to work alone as required to get the job done.

The successful applicant will also be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving licence.

We are looking for a quick start so please apply if you wish to join an expanding and successful team by submitting your CV and covering letter to HR@pardoes.co.uk

Closing date for Applications – 31 October 2021

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Admin/Paralegal Private Client Department

Administrator/Paralegal Private Client Department - Bridgwater Office

We are seeking an experienced Administrator/Paralegal to fulfil a role in the Private Client department in our Bridgwater Office

Consideration will be given to applicants who can demonstrate appropriate experience in a legal environment with the real prospect to establish an excellent future career in a growing Somerset law firm with a regional presence and the reputation of being a great place to work.

You should have excellent communication, administration and client facing skills alongside enviable experience of dealing with complex matters. Previous experience of (or a keen interest in) Private Client within a professional or legal setting is desirable.

The Role:

You will be working in our Bridgwater office in our Private Client team. You will be a self starter and support the team with all administrative duties required.

Additionally, you will:

Possess excellent organisational and time management skills.
Be able to demonstrate that you are proactive and self motivated
Have a polite, helpful and professional approach with clients and colleagues alike.
Be able to communicate and act in a professional manner.
Be able to work under pressure and able to meet deadlines.
Have the ability to type fast and accurately.

The role may require travel to provide cover to our other offices in Yeovil and Taunton. Hours of work are between Monday and Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy administrative role with an ability to work alone as required to get the job done.

If possible, the successful applicant will also be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving licence.

We are looking for a quick start so please apply if you wish to join an expanding and successful team by submitting your CV and covering letter to HR@pardoes.co.uk

NO Agencies Please

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Admin Support/Paralegal Family Department

We are seeking an experienced Legal Administrator to fulfil a role in the Family department in our Bridgwater Office

Applicants who have the skills to meet this challenging role have a real prospect to establish an excellent future career in a growing Somerset law firm with a regional presence and the reputation of being a great place to work.

The Family department of this modern thinking Legal 500 firm is growing rapidly, so there will be exciting opportunities in the future for the right candidate with rapid development and career progression.

You should have excellent communication, administration and client facing skills alongside enviable experience of dealing with complex matters.

The Role:

You will be working in our Bridgwater office in our Family team. You will be a self starter and support the team with all administrative duties required.

Additionally, you will:

Possess excellent organisational and time management skills.

Be able to demonstrate that you are proactive and self motivated

Have a polite, helpful and professional approach with clients and colleagues alike.

Be able to communicate and act in a professional manner.

Be able to work under pressure and able to meet deadlines.

Have the ability to type fast and accurately.

The role may occasionally require travel to provide cover to our other offices in Yeovil and Taunton. Hours of work are between Monday and Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy legal administrative role with an ability to work alone as required to get the job done.

If possible, the successful applicant will also be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving licence.

We are looking for a quick start so please apply if you wish to join an expanding and successful team by submitting your CV and covering letter to HR@pardoes.co.uk

NO Agencies Please

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Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant – Yeovil Office

The role of Marketing Assistant:

The marketing role at Pardoes is evolving. We are exploring new ways to promote the specialist knowledge, community focus, creative and empathetic approach that differentiates Pardoes from local competitors. You will provide ideas, input and support for the marketing strategy moving forwards with specific responsibilities as follows:

• Event management, organisation and hosting during the event

• Co-ordinating The Pardoes Free Legal Helpline

• Overseeing promotion of Legal Helpline – using social, marketing collateral and radio

• Running all social media platforms

• Updating and managing website on an ongoing basis through the back office

• Monitoring of website, social media & Google analytics

• Handling all enquiries and maintaining a database

• General graphic design such as ads, flyers, posters etc

• Running employee of the month scheme

• Booking networking events for team members and overseeing follow up procedures

• Deal with the marketing budget

Hours of work are Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm with additional hours for evening/early morning and some weekend networking events.

What you need:

The role will suit a self-motivated individual with drive, ambition and a creative bent with an interest in the legal sector. You should have excellent communication and people skills and be confident to be the first point of contact for the firm’s marketing matters.

You will be predominantly based in our Yeovil Office but will often need to travel to other offices in Bridgwater and Taunton. Ideally you will hold a valid driving licence and be a vehicle owner..

Pardoes is a collaborative team of thinkers with a ‘can-do’ attitude. The role will grow with you, enabling you to learn and develop your skills in a friendly environment with an exciting future.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to HR@pardoes.co.uk

Closing date for Applications – 13 November 2021

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

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