FAQs
What is the main focus of the Solicitor roles at M&S?
The main focus of the Solicitor roles at M&S is to provide specialist real estate legal advice, covering areas such as property acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals, and litigation.
How many Solicitors are M&S looking to hire for their in-house legal team?
M&S is looking to hire two Solicitors for their in-house legal team.
What are the key responsibilities of the Solicitor position?
Key responsibilities include carrying out title investigations, preparing and negotiating lease agreements, providing specialist legal advice, managing external legal resources, and working in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of work.
What qualifications are required for the Solicitor position?
Candidates should be a qualified Solicitor/Barrister with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) and a proven history in real estate, along with knowledge of property litigation, construction, planning, and environmental law.
What benefits does M&S offer to its employees?
M&S offers benefits including a colleague discount, competitive holiday entitlement, discretionary bonus schemes, a pension scheme, training and development programs, wellbeing support, and a charity volunteer day, among others.
How does M&S view workplace collaboration?
M&S believes that skills are developed through collaboration and that spending time together makes the team more creative and connected, which is why support teams are in the office three days a week.
Does M&S have any specific policies for family support?
Yes, M&S offers industry-leading parental, adoption, and neonatal policies, providing support and flexibility for families.
What type of environment will the Solicitors be working in?
The Solicitors will be working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with a high volume of work.
How does M&S approach diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
M&S is committed to building diverse and representative teams where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. They strive to be an inclusive organization and support each other to succeed together.
What kind of training opportunities does M&S provide?
M&S offers a tailored induction and a wide range of training programs to help develop the skills of its employees.