Legal Opportunities

RecQuest is working on behalf of an established law firm in Shirley, Southampton, seeking a Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their residential property department.This is a permanent, office-based role for someone with solid conveyancing experience who takes pride in keeping files moving and fee earners organised.What you will be doing:Providing full secretarial support to residential conveyancing fee earnersPreparing contracts, transfers, mortgage documentation and completion statementsManaging post-completion tasks including SDLT submissions, Land Registry applications and requisitionsHandling day-to-day client queries and liaising with estate agents, lenders and other solicitorsMaintaining files to a high standard on the firm's case management systemWhat they are looking for:Previous experience as a legal secretary in a residential conveyancing teamA practical understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction to post-completionStrong IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft OfficeExcellent organisation and the ability to prioritise under pressure

RecQuest is working on behalf of a well-known Southampton law firm looking to recruit an experienced Criminal Fee Earner to strengthen their busy criminal defence team.This is a permanent, office-based role for a qualified or experienced practitioner who can handle their own caseload of criminal matters from the police station through to Crown Court.What you will be doing:Managing a varied caseload of criminal defence matters including motoring offences, assault, theft, drugs and fraudAttending police stations for client interviews and advising at the point of arrestPreparing cases for Magistrates' Court and Crown Court hearingsRepresenting clients at Magistrates' Court where appropriateBuilding and maintaining strong client relationships in a high-volume departmentWhat they are looking for:A minimum of 3 years' experience in criminal defence workPolice Station Accreditation (desirable) or willingness to obtain itStrong advocacy skills and confidence in courtThe ability to work under pressure and manage a demanding caseloadA genuine commitment to criminal defence and access to justice

RecQuest is working on behalf of a respected law firm in Petersfield seeking a Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their residential property team.This is a hands-on support role suited to someone who already understands how a conveyancing transaction works and is ready to take on real responsibility within a busy department.What you will be doing:Assisting fee earners with the day-to-day progression of residential property filesDrafting contracts, requisitions on title, and completion documentsCarrying out property searches and managing search resultsHandling client and third-party correspondence by phone and emailMaintaining accurate records on the case management system and ensuring compliance with SRA and CQS standardsWhat they are looking for:Previous experience working in a residential conveyancing team, ideally in a legal assistant or paralegal capacityA solid understanding of the conveyancing process from offer through to post-completionStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workloadConfident communication skills for regular client contact

RecQuest is working on behalf of a well-established law firm in Southampton seeking a Private Client Legal Secretary to support their wills, trusts and probate team.This is a permanent, office-based role for someone who enjoys the detail and client sensitivity that private client work demands.What you will be doing:Providing secretarial and administrative support to private client fee earnersPreparing wills, lasting powers of attorney, trust documents and probate applicationsManaging client correspondence and maintaining accurate file recordsLiaising with clients, courts, financial institutions and the Office of the Public GuardianAssisting with billing, time recording and general departmental administrationWhat they are looking for:Previous experience as a legal secretary within a private client or probate teamFamiliarity with wills, LPAs and estate administration proceduresStrong attention to detail and a client-focused approachConfidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office

RecQuest is working on behalf of an ambitious and growing law firm in Winchester seeking a Head of Private Client to lead and develop their private client offering.This is a senior appointment for an experienced solicitor or chartered legal executive who wants to shape a department, not just run files. The firm offers flexible and remote working.What you will be doing:Leading the private client department, setting strategy and driving growthManaging a personal caseload of complex wills, trusts, tax planning, estate administration and lasting powers of attorneySupervising and mentoring junior fee earners and support staffBuilding referral relationships and contributing to the firm's business developmentEnsuring the department meets compliance, quality and profitability standardsWhat they are looking for:A qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with at least 5 years' PQE in private client workSTEP membership or TEP qualification would be highly valuedProven experience of supervising others and managing a teamStrong technical ability across wills, trusts, tax and estate administrationA commercially aware approach with the confidence to develop client relationships

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Residential Property team in Bournemouth.This is an office-based role within a CQS-accredited department, supporting fee earners with the progression of residential conveyancing files. You will be a first point of contact for clients and play an important role in keeping transactions on track.What you will be doing:Responding to client queries as a first point of contact, ensuring a positive client experienceCreating correspondence, emails and letters to clients and third parties, including drafting contracts and transfersManaging document versions across contracts, leases, licences and mortgage deeds with accurate version control and tracked changesMaintaining electronic case files to a high standard on the case management systemEnsuring all files comply with SRA requirements, the Law Society Protocol and LEXCEL quality mark standardsWhat they are looking for:Previous experience working in a residential or commercial property legal teamA legal secretarial qualification, business or administrative qualification to NVQ Level 3, or equivalent experienceStrong organisational and communication skillsExcellent IT literacy, particularly MS Office and case management systemsStrong attention to detail, especially with document management and version controlBenefits include annual leave, occupational sick pay, pension, an EAP scheme, healthcare cash plan and the bike2work scheme.

RecQuest is working on behalf of a well-regarded law firm in Romsey seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to support their busy residential property team.This is a permanent, office-based position suited to someone with hands-on experience in a conveyancing department who understands the pace and precision the work demands.What you will be doing:Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners handling residential transactionsPreparing contracts, transfers, completion statements and Land Registry applicationsManaging post-completion work including SDLT submissions and AP1 applicationsLiaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other solicitorsMaintaining case files on the firm's case management system to a high standardWhat they are looking for:Previous experience as a legal secretary within a residential conveyancing teamStrong working knowledge of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completionConfident with case management systems and the Microsoft Office suiteExcellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines

RecQuest is working on behalf of an ambitious law firm looking to expand its Commercial Property team and seeking a dedicated Commercial Property Solicitor to join them in Worthing. They are searching for a motivated individual with 1+ years PQE, experienced in handling a range of commercial property matters, who can manage and grow an existing caseload. Key Responsibilities: Advising clients on the acquisition, disposal, and leasing of commercial properties, including drafting and negotiating contracts and leases. Handling property development matters, including option agreements, planning, and infrastructure agreements. Assisting with the sale and purchase of freehold and leasehold properties for commercial use. Managing transactions involving the financing of commercial properties. Advising on landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals and disputes. Conducting due diligence, including title investigations and searches. What They Offer: Competitive salary range: £45,000 – £55,000 Full-time, permanent role Monday to Friday, flexibility/hybrid to be discussed What We’re Looking For: Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 1 years PQE) with experience in Commercial Property matters. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to independently manage a busy caseload. Excellent client relationship and negotiation skills. A proactive, business-oriented mindset for marketing and building new client relationships. Previous experience using case management systems. If you’re seeking a fresh challenge within a growing firm that values its people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to find out more

Personal injury has become a more demanding practice area to work in. Reforms, fixed costs and tighter margins have pushed some firms to treat it as a volume exercise. The firms that have stayed committed to doing it properly tend to stand out, and they tend to be the ones where a PI solicitor can actually develop their career rather than just process files.RecQuest is working with a Brighton firm whose PI practice has real depth. They are looking for a Personal Injury Solicitor at the 1 to 4 years PQE level who has built their experience within PI specifically. This is not a role for someone moving across from clinical negligence looking for a lateral shift.The roleA dedicated personal injury caseload with proper variety across the work typeA team that takes PI seriously as a standalone practice area, not as an overflow functionBrighton base, with genuine flexibility considered for candidates commuting from London or elsewhere in the South EastWhat the firm is looking forQualified Solicitor with 1 to 4 years PQE in personal injuryPI background specifically, not clinical negligenceConfident managing your own files with appropriate senior oversightHappy to commit to Brighton as a baseWhy this is worth a conversationIf you have invested your early career in personal injury and you want a firm that has done the same, this is the conversation to have. The work is focused, the team is experienced, and the location works for candidates across a wide stretch of the South East. For the right PI solicitor, this is a role that lets you do the work properly rather than at volume.Contact Ben Holtom at RecQuest for a confidential discussion.

Commercial property teams move quickly. Completions, deadlines, client calls, fee earner diaries, documents that need to be right first time. The people who hold those departments together are rarely the loudest voice in the room, but they are usually the reason things run smoothly.RecQuest is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join the commercial property team at a well-established Brighton firm. This is not an entry-level position. The team needs someone who understands the rhythm of a busy property department and can step in without a long run-up.The roleDay-to-day administrative and secretarial support across an active commercial property caseloadFile management, document preparation, correspondence and diary support for fee earnersWorking closely with solicitors on a varied range of commercial property mattersSalary of £27,000 to £28,000 depending on experienceWhat the firm is looking forProven experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary, ideally within a property environmentStrong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities without losing composureSomeone who can pick up an established workload and contribute quicklyBased locally to BrightonWhy this is worth a conversationGood commercial property support roles in Brighton do not come up constantly. This one offers a stable team, a firm with a genuine local reputation, and the kind of varied day-to-day work that keeps the role interesting. If you take pride in running things properly and want to do that within a commercial property environment that respects the support function, speak to us.Contact Ben Holtom at RecQuest for a confidential discussion.

Brighton is not a secondary market. For commercial property solicitors who want genuine deal exposure without the commute into London, it has become one of the more interesting places to build a career on the south coast. A strong local economy, an active development pipeline, and a commercial client base that punches above its size make it a market worth taking seriously.RecQuest is working with an established Brighton firm to find a Commercial Property Solicitor at the 1 to 4 years PQE level. This is a team that handles real commercial property work, not a mixed residential practice with a commercial label bolted on.The roleA varied commercial property caseload across acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences and landlord and tenant mattersGenuine technical exposure from early on, with senior support available when the work calls for itA collaborative team environment within a firm that has built a strong commercial reputation locallyRoom to develop client relationships alongside your technical skillsWhat the firm is looking forQualified Solicitor with 1 to 4 years PQE in commercial propertySolid grounding in core commercial property transactionsStrong written communication and client care skillsBased locally to Brighton, or committed to the locationWhy this is worth a conversationCommercial property roles at this level are not equal. Some give you a caseload and leave you to it. Some keep you doing due diligence while the interesting work goes elsewhere. This firm sits in a different category. The work is varied, the team is active, and the Brighton market gives you client exposure that would take longer to reach in a larger city firm.If you are a Commercial Property Solicitor looking to build your career in a firm that takes the practice area seriously, contact Ben Holtom at RecQuest for a confidential discussion.

A Legal 500 recognised law firm in Bournemouth is looking for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor to join its growing team. This is a genuinely senior hire with real scope to shape the department, not just fill a seat.You will manage a full and varied caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, new builds, and shared ownership. The work includes complex, high-value transactions that you will handle independently, so this needs to be second nature rather than a stretch.Beyond your own caseload, you will mentor junior fee earners and support staff, contribute to the development of the team, and play an active role in business development and client relationship building. You will work closely with the Head of Department, so there is genuine visibility and influence here for the right person.What you will need:Qualified Solicitor with strong residential conveyancing experience (ideally 10+ years PQE, though the right candidate at 7+ would be considered)A track record of managing your own caseload with minimal supervisionConfidence handling high-value and complex transactionsStrong client care skills and a proactive, commercially aware approachExperience mentoring or supervising junior colleagues (desirable)What is on offer:Hybrid and flexible working arrangements25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, plus your birthday offHealthcare Cash Plan with 24/7 GP, mental health support, and wellbeing servicesIncome protection and occupational sick pay from day oneContributory pension and annual pay reviewsA genuine leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking firmLegal 500 recognised practice with strong local reputationThis is being handled exclusively by RecQuest. For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, get in touch with Ben Holtom.

£50,000 - £70,000 | TEP / STEP Preferred | Hybrid FlexibilityRecQuest is partnering with a well-established South Coast law firm looking to strengthen its Private Client team with the addition of an experienced solicitor in Bournemouth.This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor who enjoys building long-term client relationships and wants exposure to high-quality advisory work, including succession planning and HNW matters.The firm has an excellent reputation locally and continues to see strong growth within Private Client, particularly around estate planning, trusts, and wealth transfer advice.The RoleYou’ll manage your own caseload across a broad range of private client matters, with the autonomy to build trusted relationships while working within a collaborative and supportive team environment.The role includes:Wills and estate planningProbate and estate administrationTrusts and succession planningLasting Powers of AttorneyHigh net worth advisory workTax and wealth preservation considerationsWhat We’re Looking ForQualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with Private Client experienceTEP or STEP qualification preferredStrong technical knowledge alongside a personable and pragmatic approachSomeone confident managing their own caseload independentlyExcellent client care and relationship management skillsWhy Consider This Opportunity?Strong salary package of £50,000 – £70,000 depending on experienceHigh-quality HNW and succession planning workEstablished and respected regional firmSupportive culture with long-term progression opportunitiesGrowing demand within Private Client across the South Coast marketPrivate Client continues to be one of the strongest and most stable practice areas across Hampshire and Dorset, with firms increasingly competing on flexibility, quality of work, and progression opportunities.For a confidential discussion about this role, or the wider Private Client market on the South Coast, contact RecQuest today.

Ives & Co Solicitors is looking for a Commercial Conveyancing Solicitor to join our growing Nottinghamshire team, with flexibility across Keyworth, Ruddington, Plumtree and Kimberley. This is a strong opportunity for a commercial property solicitor who wants quality work, a supportive team environment and the chance to help grow an ambitious regional firm. Ives & Co is a respected, modern high street firm with strong local relationships and a clear growth plan. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of commercial property matters while being part of a collaborative and approachable team. The role will involve managing a varied commercial property caseload, including commercial property transactions, business sales and purchases, commercial leases, landlord and tenant matters, refinancing and secured lending, and general commercial advice. We offer a competitive package starting from £50,000+, depending on experience and capability, plus 25 days’ holiday, private healthcare and hybrid working where appropriate.

Ives & Co Solicitors is looking for a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join our growing Kent team across our two Rainham offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a private client lawyer who wants to build their career in a respected, supportive and ambitious firm. Ives & Co has strong local relationships, a loyal client base and a genuinely people-focused culture. We are looking for someone who values client care, long-term relationships and practical, empathetic advice. The role will involve handling private client matters including wills, probate, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, trusts and inheritance tax planning. The successful candidate will be organised, client-focused and confident in building trusted relationships with clients and families. We offer a competitive package starting from £40,000+, depending on experience and capability, plus 25 days’ holiday, private healthcare and hybrid working where appropriate.

Ives & Co Solicitors is looking for Residential Conveyancing Solicitors or Licensed Conveyancers to join our growing teams across Nottinghamshire and Kent, including Keyworth, Ruddington, Plumtree, Kimberley and our two Rainham offices. This is a strong opportunity for conveyancers who want to join a respected, people-focused high street firm with a supportive culture, good-quality work and real career development. We are growing, but we are not a volume conveyancing factory. Our focus is on excellent client care, sensible caseload management, teamwork and long-term progression. The successful candidate will manage a residential conveyancing caseload with appropriate support, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, right to buy transactions, new build purchases, shared ownership matters, transfers of equity and remortgages. We offer a competitive package starting from £40,000+, depending on experience and capability, plus 25 days’ holiday, private healthcare and hybrid working where appropriate.

Burley Geach's Residential Property team was nominated for Property Law Team of the Year at the Surrey Law Society Legal Awards 2025. The firm is CQS accredited and has been doing property work across Hampshire and Surrey for over a hundred years. This is the team you would be joining. The role is based in the Liphook office, working alongside an experienced conveyancing fee earner. It is a non-fee-earning support position, but you will be close to the full lifecycle of residential property matters: file opening, compliance, client and third party liaison, drafting, completions, post-completion, Land Registry applications and requisitions. You will also prepare financial documentation, review ledgers, take client instructions and manage diary. This is not an admin-only role and it is not a volume conveyancing desk. Burley Geach's support staff sit within their departments, not in a central pool, so you are part of the property team, not separate from it. The matters are varied: freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new builds and lease extensions. The role would suit someone already working in residential conveyancing support who wants more substance and closer involvement in live matters. It could also suit an experienced legal secretary looking to move into a paralegal title. There is a real precedent for that here: one member of the team started as a secretary, developed through paralegal responsibilities over two decades, and is now training to qualify as a Licensed Conveyancer while managing residential property work under supervision. You will need previous experience in a residential conveyancing department, a solid understanding of the property transaction process, confidence with time-sensitive work, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients, agents and lenders. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is expected. Please express your interest in this role below, with LawBoard.

Conveyancing Paralegal Lee-on-the-Solent, in-person. £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience A support role in a CQS-accredited residential team, based at the firm's Lee office on the High Street. Wyeth & Paul is a boutique South Coast law firm with offices in Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent. Owner-run by its three Heads of Department. Lexcel, CQS, Lifetime Lawyers and STEP accredited within year one. You'd be joining the conveyancing team under Andrew Paul, Head of Conveyancing, working day-to-day as part of an experienced team. The work covers the full support span of a residential transaction: opening files, ID checks, search ordering, Land Registry filings, drafting standard correspondence, post-completion work, and helping fee-earners keep their files moving. In a smaller office you'd see more of the transaction than you would in a larger setting. This is for you if: - You have conveyancing experience as a paralegal or assistant, or strong administrative experience and a clear interest in property law - You're organised, careful with detail, and comfortable picking up the phone to clients, agents and lenders - You're looking for a place to develop, with a route towards more responsibility over time - You can commit to working from the Lee office full-time The honest part. This is a fully in-person role at the Lee-on-the-Solent office. It's a small team, so reliability and willingness to help across the workload matter as much as technical skill. Smaller offices teach faster. You see more of the transaction, more of the client, and more of the people running the file. If that suits, apply via the Wyeth & Paul page using your LawBoard profile.

Family Law Paralegal Gosport, in-person. £26,000 to £32,000 depending on experience A fantastic early-career role in a department the firm is actively rebuilding. The right person helps shape what family law looks like at Wyeth & Paul. Wyeth & Paul is a boutique South Coast law firm with offices in Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent. Owner-run by its three Heads of Department. Lexcel, CQS, Lifetime Lawyers and STEP accredited within year one. The role sits within the Crime and Civil Litigation department under Theresa Holden, with family law as the firm's stated growth area. This is rare: a paralegal joining at the point where there's actual room to build a practice rather than slot into someone else's. The work covers divorce and separation, financial matters, and child arrangements, with the scope to develop your remit over time as the department grows. You'd be supported by Theresa, with assistant cover from the wider litigation team. This is for you if: - You have meaningful family law experience as a paralegal, ideally with exposure to divorce, financial remedy and children matters - You want to take ownership of files appropriate to your level rather than process work - You're interested in being part of how a department gets built, not just staffed - You're settled on the South Coast and looking for somewhere to grow into The honest part. This is a fully in-person role at the Gosport office. The department is being built, which means real opportunity but also real expectation that you'll take initiative. Most paralegal roles ask you to sit inside an established department and learn its rhythm. This one asks you to help set the rhythm. The full picture of the firm and the role sits on the Wyeth & Paul page, and you can apply with your LawBoard profile.

Litigation Lawyer, 3+ PQE. Gosport, in-person £55,000 to £62,000 depending on experience A hybrid civil litigation role with contested wills and probate exposure, sitting alongside the Head of Crime and Civil Litigation. Wyeth & Paul is a boutique South Coast law firm with offices in Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent. Owner-run by its three Heads of Department that earned Lexcel, CQS, Lifetime Lawyers and STEP accredited within year one. You'd report to Theresa Holden, the firm's Head of Crime and Civil Litigation. The work is mixed and unusual for a firm this size. Civil litigation across small claims, landlord and tenant disputes, contractual disagreements, with regular touch-points into contested probate work alongside Roz Wyeth's department. Most firms ask you to pick a lane. Here you'd genuinely use both sides of your experience. This is for you if: - You have 3+ years PQE in civil litigation as a Solicitor or CILEX - You have working knowledge of contested wills or contentious probate (or want to develop it properly) - You're happy carrying your own caseload and being the person clients call back - You like variety more than you like specialisation The honest part. This is a fully in-person role at the Gosport office. Court attendance and client meetings are part of the work. This is a role most boutique firms can't offer because they don't have the contested probate work to support it. Wyeth & Paul does. You can apply to this role at Wyeth & Paul with your LawBoard profile.