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We’re the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters.

From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. 

We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. 

We’ve won prestigious industry awards, such as ‘Law Firm of the Year’ at the Legal Business Awards 2022, ‘Legal Team of the Year’ at the Estates Gazette Awards 2022 and have been recognised for being the most active law firm advising on corporate transactions across the UK (Experian, 2022).

Our innovative approach is also embodied in our non-legal solutions for clients, which complement our technical legal expertise. 

We also believe in supporting the communities in which we operate, and are firmly on our ESG journey, with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validating near-term science-based emissions reduction targets, and launching our grant-making body ‘The Shoosmiths Foundation’.

Shoosmiths

The law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and for our ability to focus on what matters.

You must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, legal knowledge, research abilities, and proficiency in legal software. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.

You will assist lawyers by conducting legal research, preparing documents, organizing case files, and managing schedules to support client needs and ongoing cases effectively.

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     <p>Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.</p> 
     <p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p> 
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     <p>Shoosmiths has one of the most active and dynamic corporate teams nationwide and has in the last five successive years been recognised in the top five law firms for volume of UK deals undertaken.</p> 
     <p>We advise public and private companies, management teams, investors and debt providers through the business life cycle, from start-up and first round finance through M&amp;A, management transactions, development funding, restructuring, capital reductions, private equity funding and exits.</p>
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     We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits. 
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Paralegal - Shoosmiths

Paralegal

Real Estate & Property

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<p>Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.</p><p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p><p>To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package</p><p>The team</p><p>Our Real Estate group is one of the largest real estate teams in the UK, advising an impressive range of clients including commercial and residential developers, investors, major corporate occupiers and banks/funders. Offering exceptional market knowledge the team holds an outstanding reputation with clients and the market generally. “Clients are full of admiration for this team, noting it combines outstanding technical expertise with a “very” responsive service” (Chambers).</p><p>The role</p><p>Our busy Leeds team seeks an additional commercial real estate senior associate. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic individual to deal with a varied and high-quality caseload which will include development matters (both residential and commercial), acquisitions and disposals and landlord and tenant matters. You will be supporting the wider growth agenda for the practice, and the role will provide every opportunity to develop your career to the next level and beyond.</p><p>You'll be working with people who thrive on being pro-active, bringing energy and ideas to make a real difference to clients. You'll be expected to make things happen and take initiative from day one. If you join us, we'll give you the support to build your career and boost your skills.</p><p>As a people centric firm, we invest heavily in developing our people by providing the structure, a supportive work culture in an innovative and flexible environment.</p><p>Equal opportunities </p><p>Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.</p><p>This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.</p>

Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits PackageThe teamOur Real Estate group is one of the largest real estate teams in the UK, advising an impressive range of clients including commercial and residential developers, investors, major corporate occupiers and banks/funders. Offering exceptional market knowledge the team holds an outstanding reputation with clients and the market generally. “Clients are full of admiration for this team, noting it combines outstanding technical expertise with a “very” responsive service” (Chambers).The roleOur busy Leeds team seeks an additional commercial real estate senior associate. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic individual to deal with a varied and high-quality caseload which will include development matters (both residential and commercial), acquisitions and disposals and landlord and tenant matters. You will be supporting the wider growth agenda for the practice, and the role will provide every opportunity to develop your career to the next level and beyond.You'll be working with people who thrive on being pro-active, bringing energy and ideas to make a real difference to clients. You'll be expected to make things happen and take initiative from day one. If you join us, we'll give you the support to build your career and boost your skills.As a people centric firm, we invest heavily in developing our people by providing the structure, a supportive work culture in an innovative and flexible environment.Equal opportunities Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.

Senior Associate - Shoosmiths

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     <p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p> 
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Senior Associate

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<p>Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.</p><p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p><p><strong>The team</strong></p><p>Our Real Estate group is one of the largest real estate teams in the UK, advising an impressive range of clients including commercial and residential developers, investors, major corporate occupiers and banks/funders. Offering exceptional market knowledge the team holds an outstanding reputation with clients and the market generally. “Clients are full of admiration for this team, noting it combines outstanding technical expertise with a “very” responsive service” (Chambers).</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><ul><li>Managing a number of client files, running own transactional files on Landlord and Tenant related matters, straightforward acquisitions, disposals and estate management work</li><li>Managing a high volume of matters for key clients, sometimes with short deadlines</li><li>Recording time and working towards billing targets</li><li>Communicating effectively and confidently with clients and external solicitors (both written and verbal) to provide advice, negotiate transactions and deal with queries in relation to both post-completion work and own matters</li><li>Assisting on large portfolio transactions, preparing title packs, disclosure bundles and setting up and uploading information into data rooms</li><li>Completing property reports and schedules</li><li>Assisting with various other tasks as required</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Previous and recent experience as a real estate paralegal or similar experience gained within another transactional practice area would be beneficial</li><li>Law Degree, LPC or ILEX</li><li>Excellent client care (both internal and external) and communication skills, with a friendly and solutions driven approach</li><li>Self-confidence, initiative and the ability to grasp things quickly and easily</li><li>Enthusiasm and drive with a positive, can-do attitude</li><li>Proficient in IT</li><li>High levels of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail, with a methodical and organised approach</li><li>Flexibility in adapting to change, new practices</li><li>Remaining calm under pressure</li><li>Excellent presentation skills</li><li>Ability to prioritise and complete work effectively to ensure all deadlines are met</li><li>Ability to integrate and work within a team as well as taking responsibility for your own matters</li></ul><p><strong>Equal opportunities</strong></p><p>Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to&nbsp;diversity, inclusion&nbsp;and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.</p><p>This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.</p>

Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.The teamOur Real Estate group is one of the largest real estate teams in the UK, advising an impressive range of clients including commercial and residential developers, investors, major corporate occupiers and banks/funders. Offering exceptional market knowledge the team holds an outstanding reputation with clients and the market generally. “Clients are full of admiration for this team, noting it combines outstanding technical expertise with a “very” responsive service” (Chambers).The roleManaging a number of client files, running own transactional files on Landlord and Tenant related matters, straightforward acquisitions, disposals and estate management workManaging a high volume of matters for key clients, sometimes with short deadlinesRecording time and working towards billing targetsCommunicating effectively and confidently with clients and external solicitors (both written and verbal) to provide advice, negotiate transactions and deal with queries in relation to both post-completion work and own mattersAssisting on large portfolio transactions, preparing title packs, disclosure bundles and setting up and uploading information into data roomsCompleting property reports and schedulesAssisting with various other tasks as requiredSkills and qualificationsPrevious and recent experience as a real estate paralegal or similar experience gained within another transactional practice area would be beneficialLaw Degree, LPC or ILEXExcellent client care (both internal and external) and communication skills, with a friendly and solutions driven approachSelf-confidence, initiative and the ability to grasp things quickly and easilyEnthusiasm and drive with a positive, can-do attitudeProficient in ITHigh levels of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail, with a methodical and organised approachFlexibility in adapting to change, new practicesRemaining calm under pressureExcellent presentation skillsAbility to prioritise and complete work effectively to ensure all deadlines are metAbility to integrate and work within a team as well as taking responsibility for your own mattersEqual opportunitiesOur approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.

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     <p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p> 
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Paralegal - Real Estate

You should have banking and finance experience, liaise with borrowers, lenders, investors, review conditions precedent, and draft security documents, seeking to advance your career.

You will collaborate with partners on high-value leveraged finance, corporate lending, and venture debt transactions, with potential involvement in real estate finance and asset-based lending.

Banking & Finance

<p>Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.</p><p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p><p><strong>The team</strong></p><p>Our national banking and finance team advises clients on a range of financing transactions across a wide variety of sectors, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. We work for a wide variety of clients including borrowers, lenders, debt funds and investors meaning we have a practical understanding of the needs of all parties on financing transactions. Our expertise extends to corporate lending, leverage finance, venture debt, asset finance and real estate finance (both investment and development), both on a bilateral and a syndicated basis. We work closely with some of the UK's major banks, alternative lenders and financial institutions and have approved panel status with many of them.</p><p>The Leeds banking and finance team is fast growing, innovative and a fun and collegiate team. The successful candidate will join a supportive and non-hierarchal team and will be encouraged to take part in local and national business development.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>We have a fantastic opportunity for an associate to join our team. You will be able to work closely with the local partners as well as the wider national team on their matters and will be heavily involved in some high value transactions. The role will focus on leveraged finance, corporate lending and venture debt with the opportunity to work on real estate finance and asset based lending if the candidate requests.</p><p>The successful candidate will have spent the early part of their career in a banking and finance discipline. You will have experience liaising with borrowers, lenders and investors on the full transaction lifecycle and be confident reviewing conditions precedent and drafting security documents. We are looking for someone with strong general banking experience, who is looking to take the next step in their career and join our market-leading team.</p><p>Working closely with the local and national banking team, we would expect you to be able to support and assist others in the team on a range of work, including leverage finance, corporate lending and venture debt.</p><p><strong>Equal opportunities </strong></p><p>Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.</p><p>This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.</p>

Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.The teamOur national banking and finance team advises clients on a range of financing transactions across a wide variety of sectors, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. We work for a wide variety of clients including borrowers, lenders, debt funds and investors meaning we have a practical understanding of the needs of all parties on financing transactions. Our expertise extends to corporate lending, leverage finance, venture debt, asset finance and real estate finance (both investment and development), both on a bilateral and a syndicated basis. We work closely with some of the UK's major banks, alternative lenders and financial institutions and have approved panel status with many of them.The Leeds banking and finance team is fast growing, innovative and a fun and collegiate team. The successful candidate will join a supportive and non-hierarchal team and will be encouraged to take part in local and national business development.The roleWe have a fantastic opportunity for an associate to join our team. You will be able to work closely with the local partners as well as the wider national team on their matters and will be heavily involved in some high value transactions. The role will focus on leveraged finance, corporate lending and venture debt with the opportunity to work on real estate finance and asset based lending if the candidate requests.The successful candidate will have spent the early part of their career in a banking and finance discipline. You will have experience liaising with borrowers, lenders and investors on the full transaction lifecycle and be confident reviewing conditions precedent and drafting security documents. We are looking for someone with strong general banking experience, who is looking to take the next step in their career and join our market-leading team.Working closely with the local and national banking team, we would expect you to be able to support and assist others in the team on a range of work, including leverage finance, corporate lending and venture debt.Equal opportunities Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.

Associate - Shoosmiths

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     <p>Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.</p> 
     <p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p> 
     <p>To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package</p>
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     <p>Our national banking and finance team advises clients on a range of financing transactions across a wide variety of sectors, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. We work for a wide variety of clients including borrowers, lenders, debt funds and investors meaning we have a practical understanding of the needs of all parties on financing transactions. Our expertise extends to corporate lending, leverage finance, venture debt, asset finance and real estate finance (both investment and development), both on a bilateral and a syndicated basis. We work closely with some of the UK's major banks, alternative lenders and financial institutions and have approved panel status with many of them.</p> 
     <p>The Leeds banking and finance team is fast growing, innovative and a fun and collegiate team. The successful candidate will join a supportive and non-hierarchal team and will be encouraged to take part in local and national business development.</p>
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     <p>We have a fantastic opportunity for an associate to join our team. You will be able to work closely with the local partners as well as the wider national team on their matters and will be heavily involved in some high value transactions. The role will focus on leveraged finance, corporate lending and venture debt with the opportunity to work on real estate finance and asset based lending if the candidate requests. </p>
     <p>The successful candidate will have spent the early part of their career in a banking and finance discipline. You will have experience liaising with borrowers, lenders and investors on the full transaction lifecycle and be confident reviewing conditions precedent and drafting security documents. We are looking for someone with strong general banking experience, who is looking to take the next step in their career and join our market-leading team. </p>
     <p>Working closely with the local and national banking team, we would expect you to be able to support and assist others in the team on a range of work, including leverage finance, corporate lending and venture debt.</p>
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     <p>This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.</p>
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Associate

You need a strong knowledge of the conveyancing process, with a focus on selling recovered properties. Experience in related fields like professional negligence or real estate litigation is beneficial.

You will collaborate with the team to handle conveyancing cases, develop skills, contribute to ambitious plans, and engage in transparent discussions about career advancement and responsibilities.

Belfast

<ul><li>Our&nbsp;Belfast&nbsp;Dispute Resolution team is looking to grow, and we are excited about adding further talent to our existing team.&nbsp;We specialise in all forms of civil and commercial litigation.&nbsp;We work on a&nbsp;hybrid&nbsp;basis. We are pleased that our state-of-the-art&nbsp;office&nbsp;provides space for a collaborative working culture and a fantastic environment to enable a mix of&nbsp;office&nbsp;and home working, as required by our caseload.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>We currently act for an impressive number of large national and multi-national corporations, High Street banks, financial institutions, and FTSE 250 clients. We provide our clients a with a wide range of advisory and litigation services covering all aspects of commercial litigation.</li></ul>

Our Belfast Dispute Resolution team is looking to grow, and we are excited about adding further talent to our existing team. We specialise in all forms of civil and commercial litigation. We work on a hybrid basis. We are pleased that our state-of-the-art office provides space for a collaborative working culture and a fantastic environment to enable a mix of office and home working, as required by our caseload.   We currently act for an impressive number of large national and multi-national corporations, High Street banks, financial institutions, and FTSE 250 clients. We provide our clients a with a wide range of advisory and litigation services covering all aspects of commercial litigation.

Conveyancer (Dispute Resolution Team) - Shoosmiths

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     <p>Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.</p> 
     <p>We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.</p> 
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     <p>Our Belfast Dispute Resolution team is looking to grow, and we are excited about adding further talent to our existing team. We specialise in all forms of civil and commercial litigation. We work on a hybrid basis. We are pleased that our state-of-the-art office provides space for a collaborative working culture and a fantastic environment to enable a mix of office and home working, as required by our caseload.</p> 
     <p>We currently act for an impressive number of large national and multi-national corporations, High Street banks, financial institutions, and FTSE 250 clients. We provide our clients a with a wide range of advisory and litigation services covering all aspects of commercial litigation.</p>
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     <p>We have an exciting and unique opportunity for an Associate with experience in conveyancing of 1 to 2 years PQE to join our Dispute Resolution team in Belfast.</p> 
     <p>You will be part of a dynamic local team with ambitious plans to develop - with the support of a large UK-wide infrastructure behind you. We are passionate about the work we do and will encourage you to develop your own skills alongside our experienced partners and legal team. We pride ourselves on working collaboratively in relation to our caseload and across our different office locations as required. We welcome transparent conversations about your career goals and are ready and willing to reward your effort and contribution with increased responsibility and promotion as a key member of this team.</p> 
     <p><b>What do we need from you?</b> You will need a detailed working knowledge of conveyancing process. The role will primarily relate to the sale of recovered properties on behalf of lenders/ financial institutions. Experience in the sale of recovered properties is not essential but would be helpful. The role will also offer a varied caseload with a particular focus on professional negligence, title rectification, financial services, real estate litigation and there will be opportunities to work with our impressive commercial real estate team. Working at Shoosmiths you will have opportunity for significant levels of client contact and to build meaningful and rewarding relationships as a result.</p> 
     <p>We hope you’ll share our commitment to putting the client at the centre of everything we do and work with us to deliver an excellent service in a friendly, supportive environment. We place a lot of belief in culture and community, and genuinely think we have something different to offer you at Shoosmiths. This is reflected in everything we say and do from our use of technology to enable agile working, to the team spirit and culture.</p> 
     <p>We are a values-driven business – our values are at the core of the firm, and we evaluate how we behave in accordance with these values through a competency framework. This role is considered to be at competency Level 2 in our internal framework, depending on experience.</p> 
     <p><i>Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. These checks will include employment references covering the last 5 years, proof of ID, proof of address covering the last 5 years, Personnel Vetting credit search (which will only highlight insolvency or County Court Judgments - should any adverse data show on the Personnel Vetting search then any offer of employment made will be withdrawn).</i></p> 
     <p><i>A DBS check (previously known as a Criminal Records check) and check of social media will also be carried out.</i></p>
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     <p>This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.</p>
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