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Solicitor/Legal Executive

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Gateley

2d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Belfast

AI generated summary

  • You should be an experienced Legal Executive or Solicitor (3+ PQE) with strong technical skills, client relationship abilities, a commercial mindset, and a “can do” attitude.
  • You will manage a diverse conveyancing caseload, collaborate on complex transactions, build client relationships, and ensure organized, efficient document handling under pressure.

Requirements

  • experienced Legal Executive or a Solicitor (minimum 3 PQE)
  • strong technical skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload
  • genuine desire and proven ability to develop relationships with clients
  • strong commercial mind-set
  • passion for delivering excellence in everything they do
  • first class academic and excellent training record
  • enthusiasm
  • an eagerness to develop and grow the business
  • a strong team work ethic
  • “can do” attitude
  • drive, commitment and self-motivation
  • discretion and professionalism
  • strong interpersonal skills and confident manner with the ability to relate to people at all levels
  • ability to work effectively under pressure
  • organised with time and documents

Responsibilities

  • manage a full and varied conveyancing caseload
  • get in depth and varied experience, working alongside leaders within their field on complex property transactions
  • develop relationships with clients
  • deliver excellence in everything they do
  • work effectively under pressure
  • organised with time and documents

FAQs

What qualifications are necessary to apply for this role?

A minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) as a Solicitor or an experienced Legal Executive is required.

Where is this position based?

This role is available in our Nottingham and Belfast offices.

What type of work will the successful candidate be involved in?

The successful candidate will support the Residential Conveyancing unit with a mixed caseload, handling complex property transactions.

What skills and attributes are we looking for?

We seek individuals with strong technical skills, the ability to manage a varied caseload, excellent interpersonal skills, a strong commercial mindset, and a passion for delivering excellence.

What development opportunities does Gateley offer?

Gateley offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities through the Learn platform, as well as career progression opportunities, coaching, and feedback.

Are there any benefits associated with this position?

Yes, the role includes a competitive remuneration package, an opportunity for an annual bonus, a comprehensive rewards package, and various retail benefits through Perks At Work/Home.

How does Gateley approach diversity and inclusion?

Gateley values diversity and inclusion strongly, recruiting talented individuals from a diverse array of backgrounds and cultures, offering equal opportunities for all applicants.

What is the company culture like at Gateley?

Gateley promotes a forward-thinking and solution-oriented culture, emphasizing shared values such as ambition, teamwork, and trust.

Is flexible working available for this role?

Yes, Gateley encourages flexible working patterns to help employees achieve a good work/life balance.

What pre-employment checks does Gateley conduct?

Pre-employment screening checks may include eligibility to work, verification of professional and academic qualifications, criminal records check, financial stability assessment, and references from previous employers.

We are Gateley, a legal and professional services group.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our clients where they need to be. Since arriving as the new kids on the block all those years ago, we’ve earned our stripes in the legal industry, building a leading name and a revered reputation. It’s why we went Plc – the UK’s first commercial law firm to do so. It’s why we’re pushing the limits of what a legal and professional business can offer. Our diverse team is made up of experts in all areas of law and business. But it’s about more than just their expertise. It’s about being straight talking. We deliver all this advice in simple, clear, everyday language, so you spend less time decoding jargon and more time focusing on what's important to you.