Commercial / Agricultural Solicitor

Full time, Carlisle

This is an exciting opportunity to handle a challenging caseload within our busy Property Department.

• You’ll join an efficient, busy and friendly team and handle an exciting and varied caseload of matters.
• The position is a full-time position, however, we would consider part-time working for the right applicant.
• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years plus PQE, with a motivated and ambitious outlook and a solid grounding in property. 
• You will have a strong client focus and a commitment to providing high levels of service, building and developing client relationships.
• You will be a strong communicator, who is well-organised and has excellent attention to detail and planning skills.
• Salary is dependent upon your level of experience and background.

We would be very keen to hear from you as soon as possible. Please apply with a covering letter and your CV to el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk

Family Solicitor

Full-time, Carlisle

This Family Solicitor role offers an excellent opportunity to progress within the department/firm. If you’re enthusiastic about honing your skills and tackling fresh opportunities, this role could be an ideal match for you.

Bendles LLP is a high street firm with offices in Cumbria located within easy reach of the Lake District and Scotland. We are seeking a dynamic and committed Family Solicitor to join a close-knit team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven solicitor to take a leading role in the family department.

The Role

This opportunity is for a solicitor with expertise covering all aspects of Family Law, specifically divorce, financial and high net worth matters.  Being part of the Law Society Family Law Accreditation scheme would be an advantage as would being an accredited Specialist member of Resolution with specialism in complex financial remedies and pension.

You will be expected to:

• Manage your own caseload of a range of family matters including but not limited to Divorce, financial applications from start to finish, including drafting legal documents and attending court hearings
• Negotiating settlements and agreements for clients
• Building and maintaining positive professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• A good understanding of business development
• Work towards and meeting chargeable and billing targets
• Any prior experience with managing and mentoring a team would be advantageous.

Minimum Requirements

• Solicitor or CILEX qualified
• Demonstrated track record of meeting chargeable and billing targets
• Possess business acumen and a proactive approach to networking
• Resilient attitude with an openness to adapt to change

What’s on offer to you?

Salary of on offer for this role is dependent on experience with 28 days holidays + Bank Holidays.

• Onboarding and induction process
• Company pension scheme
• Engaging activities include staff refreshments, social events, and an opportunity to participate in charitable sponsorships
• Clear career pathway outlined
• Flexibility with working arrangements

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your cv to , el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk

Secretary

Full-time/Part-time, Carlisle

We currently have a vacancy for a temporary legal secretary to join the Carlisle office.

You will preferably have experience working in the legal sector and be able to provide comprehensive support whilst undertaking a busy and varied workload, including:

• File and diary management
• Audio typing
• Document production
• General office administration

Experience of working in a solicitors firm would be an advantage, however training will be provided.        

Salary dependent upon experience. Immediate start date. 

Please send enquiries to: EL@bendlessolicitors.co.uk