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Lawyer - Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough Councils Location Eastbourne Borough and Lewes District Councils Description Salary:£46,498 - £59,145 depending on skills and experience. Hours:37 hours per week (part-time also considered) Location: Eastbourne Borough and Lewes District Councils Contract:Permanent Working Pattern:Hybrid DBS Check:No Closing Date:04/01/2026 at 12:00 Lawyer -Various legal posts - including Property Lawyer, Governance Lawyer, Regulatory/litigation lawyer As Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough Councils enter an exciting new phase of local government, we are looking to expand our team with at least three new opportunities for talented and qualified lawyers. We currently have vacancies for: Property Lawyer, Governance Lawyer, and Regulatory/Litigation Lawyer (and would welcome speculative applications for other posts if you have relevant experience). If you are a proactive, high-performing, and organised individual with a proven track record of delivering results, we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate must be qualified to practice as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales and should have relevant experience (please see Job pack for full details). These posts include the ability to work flexible hours, along with flexible working patterns and locations and to maintain a good work life balance. The legal team serves two major councils in the South East - our area is unique in its mix of environments and the work is varied and interesting. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team, backed by a dedicated practice manager and an efficient case management system, providing a fantastic environment for professional development and collaboration. There is a substantial benefits package included such as: <ul> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days after 5 years of service</li> <li>Learning and development training tailored to your role</li> <li>A wide variety of staff support networks, including access to a wellbeing network, staff discounts and more.</li> </ul> Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Our sponsors - click on their logos to go to their websites

Lawyer - Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough Councils

A local government legal team in Eastbourne is looking for qualified lawyers to fill three new positions including Property Lawyer, Governance Lawyer, and Regulatory/Litigation Lawyer. Candidates must be qualified to practice as Solicitors, Barristers, or Chartered Legal Executives in England and Wales, and have relevant experience. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a substantial benefits package including generous annual leave and tailored training opportunities. Apply online for consideration.

Lawyer: Property, Governance & Regulatory (Hybrid)

Team Manager (Solicitor) - Landlord &amp; Tenant Litigation Job Reference: FJ-wd3wxLegalUckfield, East SussexPermanent<ul><li>Job Title: Team Manager (Solicitor) - Landlord &amp; Tenant Litigation</li><li>Location: Uckfield, East Sussex</li><li>Salary: Competitive, dependent on qualifications and experience</li><li>Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (Office closes at 5:00pm)</li><li>Job Type: Permanent, full-time, office-based</li></ul>HRGO Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Solicitor to take on the role of Team Manager within a busy and well-established Landlord &amp; Tenant Litigation Department based in Uckfield.This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership position that blends legal expertise with day-to-day team management. The department supports a wide range of clients, including private landlords, managing agents, and insurers, on both routine and complex landlord and tenant matters. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Manage and supervise a team of 3-4 fee earners, overseeing workloads, tasking, and performance.</li><li>Conduct regular 1-to-1 meetings, manage annual leave, and support performance development.</li><li>Plan and review processes from claim inception to eviction, ensuring efficiency and compliance.</li><li>Maintain and improve departmental templates and procedures.</li><li>Monitor time recording and performance targets.</li><li>Liaise with clients, courts, other solicitors, managing agents, and defendants.</li><li>Handle client complaints and escalate/report when required.</li><li>Attend legal update sessions, both in-person and virtually.</li><li>Undertake a personal caseload, including defended and complex cases (fast-track, intermediate, and multi-track).</li><li>Draft legal documents and ensure compliance with court orders and deadlines.</li><li>Issue possession claims (online and paper), draft possession notices, and prepare instructions for advocates/counsel.</li><li>Keep case management systems and internal records accurate and up to date.</li></ul> Experience and Required Skills: <ul><li>Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE (CILEX-qualified candidates with relevant experience also considered).</li><li>Previous experience managing or supervising a legal team-or readiness to step into a leadership role.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of landlord and tenant law (or willingness to undergo in-house training).</li><li>Good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and court litigation process.</li><li>Excellent organisational and IT skills.</li><li>Self-motivated and capable of working independently.</li><li>Confident communicator, both within a team and in client-facing scenarios.</li><li>Able to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and maintain high attention to detail.</li><li>Committed to confidentiality and quality service.</li><li>Positive, adaptable, and solution-focused mindset.</li><li>Contract: Permanent, full-time</li><li>Holidays: 25 days + all bank holidays (pro-rata)</li><li>Salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience</li><li>Location: Office-based in Uckfield, East Sussex</li></ul>If your application is successful, a consultant from HRGO Recruitment will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Team Manager (Solicitor) - Landlord & Tenant Litigation

This role involves but is not limited to:<ul><li>Receiving instructions and providing legal advice to clients on purchase, sales, re-mortgage and transfer of equity matters.</li><li>ID requirements, source of funds, gift deposits and risk assessments.</li><li>Issuing contracts</li><li>Mortgage redemptions</li><li>Exchange of contracts</li><li>Ordering and reporting on searches</li><li>Checking and reporting of titles, including leases and raising associated enquiries.</li><li>Checking and reporting on mortgages and management packs.</li><li>Managing and developing relations with referrers</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Must have residential conveyancing experience which includes full responsibility for handling all aspects of their own case load.</li><li>Confident and professional in written and verbal communications</li><li>Able to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines</li><li>Able to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Must be enthusiastic and motivated</li><li>Legally Qualified</li></ul>Company Core Values:Aspire: To challenge convention, an entrepreneur with energy for change. To be the best that we can beIntegrate: Bring together people and systems into a cohesive forceInnovate: To creatively evolve our working practices, use our revenue and resources in a virtuous cycle of improving our people, systems and growthCommit: To delivering excellent client experience and working with integrity, investing in long term relationships, creating a strong market position and delivering sustained commercial advantage Apply NameEmailTelephoneUpload CVMaximum file size is 3.5Mb, accepted file types are PDF, DOCX and ZIP Equality and diversity monitoring form This organisation strives to operate a policy of equal opportunity and to not discriminate against any person because of sex, race, colour or national origin.To help us monitor this, will you please complete the sections below placing a tick in the relevant boxes. The information you provide will only be used for monitoring purposes. The information will be treated in the strictest of confidence and in no way forms any part of the selection process.AgeSexual orientationReligious BeliefsEthnic orientationThis form collects your personal data to create an application for a role this data is then stored for possible future roles, Your data will not be used for any other purpose or given to any other third parties. See our Privacy policy for more information on how we protect and manage your submitted data.

Solicitor - Residential Property

This top firm of Solicitors with offices in East Sussex are looking to recruit a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to be based in their Eastbourne office. The role will give you the opportunity to handle a high-quality caseload of diverse dispute matters, including sale of goods and services disputes, breach of contract, debt recovery, business ownership and partnership disputes, regulatory cases and some intellectual property work. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have 4 plus years PQE, and have a talent to help grow the team's existing reputation. In return the company offer an excellent salary and benefits, a dynamic, inclusive and supportive working environments, with a strong commitment to professional development and well-being. To apply please submit your CV to Jan Hanley at Staff Recruit or for more information please telephone Jan Hanley

COMMERICAL LITIGATION SOLICITOR

Legal Manager - Litigation Location: Uckfield, East Sussex Salary: 50,000+ DOE + benefits Hours: Monday to Friday Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays, Free parking onsiteAre you currently supervising a team and looking for your next step in your career? Or perhaps you are a manager seeking a friendly, local employer? If the answer is yes, then we'd love to hear from you.Lloyd Recruitment Services are working with a specialist law firm seeking an experienced solicitor to join as a Legal Manager for their Litigation department. You will lead a team of fee earners and paralegals, manage a varied caseload and ensure efficient department operations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage daily casework and team workloads</li><li>Lead and mentor staff, including performance reviews and leave management</li><li>Review and update departmental processes, templates, and time recording</li><li>Handle defended and complex landlord and tenant litigation cases</li><li>Draft legal documents and ensure compliance with court procedures</li><li>Liaise with clients, courts, and third parties</li><li>Manage client complaints and reporting processes</li><li>Attend legal updates and training</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Qualified Solicitor (2+ years PQE) or CILEx equivalent</li><li>Managerial experience or readiness to move into management</li><li>Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules</li><li>Understanding of landlord and tenant law (training provided if needed)</li><li>Excellent communication, drafting, and organisational skills</li><li>Confident IT user, familiar with legal systems</li><li>Proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor ready to take a leadership role within a specialist litigation team.Salary: 50,000+ DOE + benefitsExtra Information:<ul><li>Refer a friend and earn up to 500 (see website for details)</li><li>Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don't hear from us within 5 days, please assume you have not been successful</li><li>By applying, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services' Privacy and GDPR Policy (see website)</li></ul>Lloyd Recruitment Services acts as an employment agency for this vacancy and is an equal opportunity employer.

Legal Manager - Litigation

Our clients are looking for a Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to take on a diverse caseload, including both major projects and smaller matters spanning multiple sectors. This role will offer significant client interaction, providing excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be: <ul> <li>Technically proficient and commercially minded</li> <li>Passionate about business development</li> <li>A strong team player with a proactive and client-focused approach</li> <li>Capable of delivering creative and practical solutions for clients</li> <li>Equipped with strong academic credentials, communication, and organisational skills</li> </ul> We endeavour to reply to all applications, however, if you haven t heard from us within 7 days, you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements placed by Grafters Recruitment Consultants / Grafters Accountancy Personnel.

Commercial Lawyer

Legal Litigation Team Manager - NQ 6 months to 1 yearUckfield 50,000 per annumBenefits including: 25days holiday + BH, Xmas Close, Parking, Healthcash . Salary will be reviewed after probation.Office Hours - Onsite 9-5/5.30pmWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Manager to lead a busy Litigation Department. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee a team of 3-4 fee earners, managing workloads, processes, and performance while also handling complex and defended legal matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigator with strong leadership abilities to make a real impact in a growing practice, or a step up into a management role as a career move Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and supervise departmental workloads, task allocation, and performance.</li><li>Conduct one-to-one meetings, monitor performance, and manage annual leave.</li><li>Develop and update process plans for claims, mapping from inception to eviction.</li><li>Maintain and update departmental templates and procedures.</li><li>Ensure effective time recording and task target setting.</li><li>Liaise with clients, defendants, courts, solicitors, and managing agents.</li><li>Assess complaints and report to the client and Practice COLP.</li><li>Attend legal update conferences (in person or virtually).</li><li>Undertake fee-earning work, including defended and complex cases (fast track, intermediate track, multi-track).</li><li>Draft legal documents and ensure compliance with court directions and orders.</li><li>Issue possession claims (online and paper applications).</li><li>Prepare notices seeking possession, applications, and advocate/counsel instructions.</li><li>Maintain accurate case management and status records.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience Required<ul><li>NQ 6 months to 1 year, with litigation experience (CILEX lawyers with equivalent experience considered).</li><li>Proven management experience, or the readiness to step into a management role.</li><li>Good understanding of the Civil / Litigation processes.</li><li>Strong IT skills and proficiency with case management systems.</li><li>Highly organised, with excellent communication and leadership skills.</li></ul>Apply today online for this excellent opportunity to move your career forward.This role is being managed by Debbie Foster - Office Angels - Tunbridge Wells - (phone number removed)Or please send your CV in confidence to (url removed).Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Team Manager (Solicitor)

If you are an experienced Legal Assistant in Conveyancing, have the following skills and are looking for a new challenge we would like to hear from you. <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and third parties with efficiency and great customer service.</li> <li>Ability to prioritise and manage your own time</li> <li>Excellent problem solving and research skills</li> <li>Work well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.</li> <li>Well organised and pay attention to detail.</li> </ul> Duties <ul> <li>Assist in the preparation of legal documents for property transactions, including contracts and transfer deeds.</li> <li>Conduct property searches and obtain relevant information from local authorities and other agencies.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and files using the case management system, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and compliant with legal requirements.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with clients, estate agents, and other professionals to provide updates on the progress of transactions.</li> <li>Manage incoming correspondence, including emails and phone calls, responding promptly to queries.</li> <li>Assist in the completion of financial statements and ensure timely payments are processed.</li> <li>Support the team in administrative tasks as required to facilitate smooth operations within the department.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent salary and benefits package with 25 days annual leave entitlement, plus Bank Holidays;</li> <li>A day s holiday on your birthday!;</li> <li>Bonus scheme;</li> <li>Supportive and friendly team culture; and</li> <li>Opportunity to grow and develop in a busy and varied role.</li> </ul>

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