South West and Wales Legal Jobs

PLANNING – 3 YEARS+ PQE - SOUTH WEST - REF: OL/JRW6010
Our client a major national legal practice and are currently recruiting for an experienced Solicitor to Planning team. The planning team deals with Environmental impact issues, Infrastructure and planning agreements and negotiations, compulsory purchase and high court proceedings amongst others. They need a solicitor with a minimum of three years experienced in planning experience ideally drawn from one of the leading city/regional players. You will need to have good development and marketing skills. The role will cover the Southern offices but you will also be involved in projects on a national basis. The firms Planning team is very highly regarded and this is a great opportunity to work with leaders in the field. The position comes with an attractive salary and great benefits package.

FINANCIAL SERVICES-DEVON - REF: OL/SHD2048
Our client has a growing reputation in the financial services sector and is keen to grow and develop this sector further by increasing the range of legal services available to insurers, mortgage lender and other product provider clients. To achieve this growth they are now looking for an individual with both the technical expertise and the ability to actively develop this practice area further. In particular, expertise in the field of commercial/regulatory advice, risk management and relationship management with the FSA. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the firms growth strategy. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

CLINICAL NEGLIGENCE LAWYER- DEVON - REF: OL/SHD2047
This is an opportunity to join one of the leading medical law teams in the South West providing specialist clinical negligence advice. The clinical negligence team offers advice in relation to a wide range of health-related claims from multi-million pound birth injury compensation claims through to much more modest claims, as well as representation at inquest and court of protection cases. In handling such cases, the team has a wealth of experience with members of both the Law Society and AvMA specialist clinical negligence panels They are currently looking to hire a clinical negligence specialist at or close to Associate level from a firm with a significant clinical neglicence team. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

SENIOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY LAWYER SOUTH WEST - REF: OL/SHD2046
This regional heavyweight is currently looking to hire a senior lawyer for their large multi-site commercial property team. The work will encompass a full range of commercial property matters and marketing initiatives. They are looking for an individual with good technnical expertise and strong business development skills. In return this firm is able to offer an opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

PLANNING AND ENERGY LAWYER BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2045
This role offers the opportunity to work in a market leading team and for a firm currently experiencing a period of growth. You will be working on major infrastructure projects, in particular energy with a focus on renewables and waste. The role offers top quality work and career prospects and will suit an individual with a minimum of 4 years pqe from a city or top regional firm. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

SENIOR FAMILY LAWYER CARDIFF - REF: OL/SHD2037
This growing firm with offices in South Wales offers a range of legal services including civil litigation, crime and family. Their family department has expertise across all family related matters and in particular they are currently looking to hire a senior family lawyer with childcare experience. The role will be dealing with childcare issues, and in particular those involving social services. You will need to be a family law panel member. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

COMMERCIAL LAWYER PLYMOUTH 5 YEARS+ - REF: OLSHD2043
This growing firm with offices in South Wales offers a range of legal services including civil litigation, crime and family. Their family department has expertise across all family related matters and in particular they are currently looking to hire a senior family lawyer with childcare experience. The role will be dealing with childcare issues, and in particular those involving social services. You will need to be a family law panel member. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

FINANCIAL SERVICES LITIGATOR BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2034
Joining a team of highly regarded litigators and regulatory lawyers for a top UK firm. Your client base will be some of the leading financial institutions and the work will be complex and of the highest quality. You will need a background in litigation and FS regulatory enforcement and you are likely to have a minimum of 2 years pqe. In return, you will be provided with support, training and development opportunities. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

COMMERCIAL LAWYERS BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2033
This is an opportunity to join one of the UKs top law firms. Joining the litigation practice, this role will be to drive forward their IP litigation work along with a team of highly skilled practitioners. The quality and complexity of the work means you are likely to be at least 2 years qualified, ideally with some IP experience. In return you will be joining a supportive and forward thinking organisation. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

SENIOR DATA PROTECTION LAWYER BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2032
A number of high profile wins for this top national firm has resulted in a need to hire an additional Data Protection lawyer. You will be joining an established and respected team advising on a range of data protection issues and information law, including freedon of information and confidentiality for FTSE 250 companies. You will need a track record in data protection work ideally from a city, or national pracitce, or in-house.

SENIOR EMPLOYMENT LAWYER - REF: OL/SHD2052
Our client is seeking to make a significant hire into their employment team. Joining a Legal 500 recognised company this role offers the opportunity to work on a full range or employer and employee matters and will include advocacy. In addition, business development will be a key part of this role and therefore excellent communication skills are an essential requirement for this position. They are looking for a solicitor with at least 5 years experience. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

EMPLOYMENT LAWYER BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2054
My client is a significant presence in the South West with mulitple offices plus a London base. Their top tier employment team is currently seeking a junior lawyer to work alongside a Partner in the Bristol office. You will be doing a mix and contentious and non-contentious work in addition to marketing and team development. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

SOCIAL HOUSING SOLICITOR SOMERSET - REF: OL/SHD2064
As part of the property litigation team you will be a key member providing Social Housing expertise. You will be working closely with Housing Associations and in particular dealing with tenants/leasehold problems etc. My client is a well regarded and established firm based in a beautiful part of the world offering the opportunity to combine good quality work with a great environment. You will either be a solicitor or legal executive or you may be working with a housing charity. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PARTNER/ASSOCIATE DEVON - REF: OL/SHD2068
This top regional firm in the South West is currently looking to hire a senior dispute resolution lawyer into their highly successful pracitce. You will be working closely with a "leader in their field" and have the opportunity to develop this already strong practice area. Strong technical expertise and team management skills will be needed for this senior role. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

LEGAL EXECUTIVE/LICENSED CONVEYANCER DEVON - REF: OL/SHD2072
One of the top firms in the South West is looking to hire a Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer to work within their New Homes team. Working closely with Developers and managing your own files this is a busy team orientated department. A background in plot sales and previous conveyancing experience is essential. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

NQ SOLICITOR PROJECTS - REF: OL/SHD2078
This leading law firm has one of the strongest PFI/PPP practices in the UK. They are looking to hire an NQ solicitor into the team. This is a superb opportunity for a newly qualified lawyer with Projects experience to work in such a highly regarded firm with a number of ranked lawyers. You will need to demonstrate a real passion and aptitude for this area of the law. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

MEDIA LAWYER DEVON - REF: OL/SHD2090
This is an opportunity to join one of the largest firms in the region and be part of an exciting sector. The media team has a strong reputation and you will have the opportunity to work with Chambers and Legal 500 ranked lawyers. The work is varied and complex. Many of their clients are national publishers and you will be advising them post production complaints, libel, privacy and confidentiality issues and all aspects of data protection, and freedom of information law. You will need a background in media and regulatory law and Civil Procedure rules. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2091
This highly regarded London firm recently opened a Bristol office and is currently looking to hire a Professional Indemnity Lawyer with knowledge of the Accountancy market. The firm has particular expertise in the Professional Indemnity market and this is a superb opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding team. They are looking for a high calibre lawyer with c3-5 years experience. You will need to be technically able and have contacts within the insurance market. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

PLANNING LAWYER BRISTOL - REF: OL/SHD2092
This is a fabulous opportunity for an experienced Planner from a top city or regional firm to join a nationally acclaimed planning practice. As part of their strategic growth they are looking to hire a talented individual to work on major infrastructure projects and a particular focus on renewables and waste. It is essential that you have worked on complex infrastructure projects with experience of public inquiries. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

TCM/IP LAWYER EXETER - REF: OL/SHD3008
This leading SW law firm has recently won some very large projects. As a result there is a need to hire into their TMC/IP team. The role includes advising clients on IT, communtications,e-commerce,IP and data protection matters. In addition there will be marketing and business development responsibillities. You will need strong academics and experience of working in TMC/IP pracrice areas. This position will initally be offered as a 12 month FTC. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

CLIINICAL NEGLIGENCE EXETER - REF: OL/SHD3013
One of the top firms in the South West is offering an opportunity to join their leading Clinical Negligence team. The position will be based in Exeter but will include the opportunity to meet clients at their London office. The team provides advice on a wide range of medical/clinical negligence for clients throughout the UK. The position will offer the opportunity to work on your own caseload in addition to assisting the more senior members of the team. A background in clinical neglignece litigation with c2/3 years experience, and strong academics is required for this role. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY EXETER - REF: OL/SHD3014
One of the leading firms in the South West is looking to hire an ambitious and enthusiastic lawyer into its Commercial Property team. The team has a wide range of clients ranging from developers, investors, lenders, public bodies and commercial businesses. The role will offer the opportunity to work on a variety of matters and be responsible for running their own caseload. You will have the opportuntiy for significant client contact and to be involved in marketing events. Ideally they are looking for a solicitor with c2-4 years pqe with a good academic background. In return the position will offer the opportunity to be part of a highly regarded team in the region. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

PROJECTS LAWYER EXETER - REF: OL/SHD4002
This leading law firm has offices in the South West and London. The firm has an impressive client base working with businesses both in the UK and abroad. They are currently looking to hire an experienced Project Lawyer from a corporate. property or corporate finance background to be part of the Projects team within the property group. The position will entail working for a range of high-profile public and private sector clients and there will be a mix of PFI and PPP work. They are looking for a mid-level lawyer, ideally with 2-4 years pqe with strong technical skills including drafting, detailed knowledge of PFT documents and a positive outlook. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

INSURANCE LITIGATION - REF: OL/SHD4003
Our client, a leading commercial law firm with multiple offices and a fantasitc reputation across all sectors of their business, is currently seeking to hire an experienced solicitor to join their dedicated claims recovery team. The work includes property damage such as fire, flood and impact and product liability and well as some negligence and third party dispute claims. They are looking to strenghten the team with the hire of a lawyer for their office in Plymouth. In addition to running your own caseload you will also be providing technical supervision for a team of paralegals. Some experience of property damage, subrogated claims and recoveries will be required and ideally some supervisory experience. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATE EXETER - REF: OL/SHD4004
This is an opportunity to join one of the leading Construction law teams in the South West (Chambers 2012). The firm is top 100 with a quality client base and a team of high calibre lawyers. The role encompasses both contentious and non-contentious work on behalf of developers, contractors, employers,consultants and funders. Ideally you will be c5 years pqe from a strong firm and have good litigation expertise. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION CARDIFF - REF: OL/SHD4005
Our client is an international law firm with a modern and innovative outlook. They are looking to hire 2 junior commercial litigators to join their highly regarded team. With a suberb worldwide client base they able to attract lawyers of the highest calibre. They are looking to hire recently qualified lawyers with a passion for litigation backed up by strong technical capabilities, a good academic record and an enthusiastic and motivated outlook. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

PRIVATE CLIENT LAWYER CHELTENHAM - REF: OL/SHD3005
An exceptional opportunity to join the expanding team of this top tier firm. The role will offer you exposure to the highest quality work and will provide the opportunity to work with lawyers of the highest calibre. As a result they are looking for someone with exceptional talent and potential from a city or strong regional firm with excellent academics. Ideally you will have between 2-4 years pqe. "Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role."

LEGAL EXECUTIVE/LICENSED CONVEYANCER - REF: OL/SHD3008
The busy commercial property department of this strong regional firm is looking to increase the team with the hire of a Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer. The role will involve working with the secured lending team, managing your own files and attending client meetings. The role requires an individual with excellent knowledge and practical experience of a wide range of commercial property work including due dilligence, leasehold transactions and assistance on aquisitions and disposals. Previous conveyancing experience is essential.

PLANNING ASSOCIATE CARDIFF - REF: OL/SHD3012
An exceptional opportunity to join a top 20 law firm. The planning department is highly regarded with a team of exceptional lawyers. Providing legal advise on town and country planning issues the role will involve advising on major projects, planning inforcement and advocacy at public inquiries. Ideally you will have c3 years pqe, a strong academic record and excellent communication skills. Compulsory purchase experience is desirable.