The Firm

The Role

• Able to demonstrate experience in relevant or equivalent role.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience necessary to meet the requirements of the role.
• Can evidence they meet the essential technical and behavioural criteria for the role.
• Is passionate and enthusiastic about their area of specialism
• Experience of building effective relationships with key managers, staff and customers.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a team.
• Flexibility of working hours to meet business needs.
• Ability to make decisions and work under pressure.
• Maintains continued professional development and looks for opportunities to develop as an expert.
• Provides a clear and persuasive communication style which supports the delivery of Client Complaint Responses.
• Demonstrates excellent research skills and an attention to detail.

Preferable Skills

• Can demonstrate awareness of legal disciplines.
• Familiarity with legal case management systems.

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The Role

At Watson Ramsbottom, we’re proud to be a firm that upholds family values – we are human, and we’ve got your back. That means we work hard, support one another, and never forget the people behind the paperwork.

As a SOWAF Executive, you’ll play a vital role in protecting our clients, our firm, and the wider property market from financial crime. You’ll be part of a busy, friendly team that supports our conveyancing department in meeting its regulatory and legislative obligations around Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF) and Counter Proliferation Financing (CPF).

It’s a challenging and fast-paced role – you’ll speak directly with clients to verify where their money is coming from, often needing to guide them through what can feel like a sensitive or confusing process. Confidence, clarity and compassion are key – but so is knowing your team always has your back too.

We’ll train you, support you, and help you grow. Every day brings something new to learn – and you’ll never be doing it alone.

Your Responsibilities

• Verify the Source of Funds and Origin of Wealth for property transactions, following UK AML laws and internal policies
• Communicate with clients and third parties (e.g. friends and family members gifting money) to obtain required documents and explanations
• Record findings accurately and flag any concerns to fee earners
• Handle sensitive conversations with professionalism and tact
• Adapt quickly to different client circumstances and maintain high attention to detail under time pressure

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths & English (or Equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow a process
• An ability to analyse documents and other information, with close attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Confidence speaking on the phone, especially with difficult or hesitant clients
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines
• Ability to use rational persuasion to prompt clients and giftors to provide the relevant documents and evidence needed to support their stated origin of monies and wealth.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in a legal, compliance or customer service role
• Experience dealing with confidential information
• Familiarity with conveyancing processes
• Knowledge of AML legislation and regulatory requirements (especially LSAG AML Guidance for the Legal Sector 2023).

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:

The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

The Role

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The Firm

The Role

The Firm

The Role

• corporate transactional matters, including business sales (share and asset), acquisitions and restructures
• company matters, including shareholders agreements, company secretarial matters and EMIs;

Duties Include

• Giving estimates of costs to new clients and being responsible for managing costs throughout all matters
• To liaise with clients commercial agents, business sale brokers, other professionals and opposing solicitors by telephone, post, e-mail or in person, as necessary, at every stage of the transaction
• To be responsible for all file opening and AML procedures and to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in relation to the same
• To manage a range of corporate and commercial matters from initial instruction through to matter conclusion
• To ensure the confidentiality of all the firm's and clients' documentation
• To achieve agreed levels of time-recording (as appropriate)
• To undertake any other tasks as may be required from time to time

Experience & Background

We're looking for somebody with excellent knowledge of

• legal experience which has mostly been gained on non-contentious business transactions and issues
• business drivers affecting, and legal, regulatory and business risks of owner managed businesses.
• corporate transactional work; and
• general commercial law

You should also have

• An ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team while taking responsibility for their own work
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Pleasant and positive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients
• An ability to provide clear and pragmatic advice to, and deal confidently with, individuals at all levels.
• Ability to evaluate a situation in the face of time constraints and react appropriately
• Good time management, file organisation and personal organisation
• Ability to work effectively and flexibly in a team

Remuneration

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The Firm

We are a dynamic, award-winning, multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Responsibilities

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and hard-working private client legal secretary to work from our Clitheroe office.

The prime role of the legal secretary is to provide direct support to his/her principal to enable them to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include but will not be limited to the key responsibilities given below. The legal secretary is expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative.

• Prepare correspondence and documents through audio-typing and word processing.
• Administer filing which will include daily filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the office manual.
• Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch.
• Arrange for all copying to be done, in person if the office assistant is not available to undertake the task.
• Make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up to date diary for his/her principal.
• Provide support to other secretaries as required.
• Provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries when required to do so.
• Attend clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
• Undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Clitheroe: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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The Firm

We are a dynamic, award-winning, multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Responsibilities

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and hard-working private client legal secretary to work from our Darwen office.

The prime role of the legal secretary is to provide direct support to his/her principal to enable them to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include but will not be limited to the key responsibilities given below. The legal secretary is expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative.

• Prepare correspondence and documents through audio-typing and word processing.
• Administer filing which will include daily filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the office manual.
• Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch.
• Arrange for all copying to be done, in person if the office assistant is not available to undertake the task.
• Make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up to date diary for his/her principal.
• Provide support to other secretaries as required.
• Provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries when required to do so.
• Attend clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
• Undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Darwen, BB3 2RL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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The Firm

Watson Ramsbottom Solicitors are looking to recruit a hardworking and enthusiastic solicitor or legal executive within our nationally renowned domestic abuse, children and stalking department. Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness around domestic abuse, relevant legislation and have experience of conducting their own advocacy.

This is an opportunity to join an award winning department with excellent long term prospects for the right candidate. A full driving licence and car is essential as is an ability to deal with complex and sometimes distressing cases. We are looking to recruit a well-organised self-starter who is keen to make a difference and able to meet targets

You must remain up to date with any changes to legislation, stay compliant with best practices, maintain up to date time record of work done and billing, maintain CPD requirements in accordance with Law Society regulations.

Watson Ramsbottom is Lexcel accredited, and our family department is highly recommended in the Legal 500. A friendly and supportive working environment awaits, with regular team and departmental training and an open door policy.

You will possess sound technical skills and working experience in business or individual capacity; you will be able to prioritise your workload in order to meet deadlines; proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software, you should be self-motivated, energetic and business minded, you will have excellent communication and client care skills; you will be pro-active, personable and have exceptional attention to detail.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment.
• High level of confidentiality.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:

The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

Key Objectives

• To be the main point of contact for clients in the absence of his/her Head of Department.
• To build relationships with clients and internal and external contacts on behalf of the team.
• To attend clients/contacts in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the Firm’s standards for client care. Ensuring all telephone calls are returned as soon possible or at the latest, prior to close of business on each working day.
• To use initiative to prepare correspondence and legal documents using case management and to ensure a high quality of the documents, faxes and photocopies.
• To progress case management within the limit of their ability as requested by their supervisor.
• To open files and run a case load independently as part of a team.
• To prepare mail and enclosures for despatch.
• To maintain and update the filing systems.
• To answer the telephones promptly, taking messages and following up where necessary in a pro-active manner.
• To use initiative to progress files within the limits of his/her own ability.
• To provide high quality legal advice and support services to our clients in the Conveyancing process. To assist the firm in achieving its stated professional and commercial objectives.
• The role will involve assisting with file set up, searches, drafting contracts, enquiries, completion statements, redemption statements, SDLT applications, drafting land registry forms, liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers and other third parties, file closure and archiving
• To be able to run a busy case load across all areas of residential conveyancing including: freehold sales and purchase, leasehold sales and purchase, shared ownership, new builds, help to buy shared equity, right to buy, re-mortgage, transfers of equity and transfers of part perform all usual tasks relating to the conveyancing process i.e. taking instructions, preparing contracts, raising and dealing with enquiries, examining title, reporting to clients on search results and title, processing mortgage offers, attending to exchange and completion, preparing completion statements and attending to registration Contribute to the business development efforts of others.
• To assist HOD/Director in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the HOD/Director.
• To assist HOD/Director in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• A good level of education.
• Competent typing ability.
• Excellent IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Have an in depth understanding of the conveyancing process and technical title issues.

Desirable Skills

• A minimum of four years’ experience working within residential conveyancing.
• Be reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment.
• Have a high level of confidentiality.

Pay:

• £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer.
• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.
• To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis.
• To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management.
• To ensure that clients are dealt with effciently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer.
• To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary
• To use the correct practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements.
• To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients and contacts
• To maximise the firm’s potential to cross–sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities.
• To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.
• To comply with all Watson Ramsbottom policies and procedures
• To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times
• To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working in a busy environment

Desirable Skills

• Some experience of the conveyancing process.
• A good level of education.
• Competent typing ability.
• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic, award-winning, multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake daily banking functions, including performing bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
2. Administer and reconcile petty cash to ensure proper documentation and tracking of funds.
3. Process client and office accounting transactions, including accurate postings into accounting systems.
4. Prepare cheques and ensure all payments are processed promptly and accurately.
5. Process bank transfers and ensure timely and correct transfers for client and office accounts.
6. Administer the purchase ledger, ensuring accurate tracking and timely payments.
7. Assist with financial management reporting by providing accurate and timely information as needed.
8. Other ad-hoc financial duties as required to support the finance team.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a finance assistant or accounting role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (experience with [specific software, if applicable] is a plus).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to work.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of financial reporting and accounting reconciliations.
• Knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.

This Firm has an extremely busy conveyancing department and as such, candidates must be able to work well under pressure, have an extremely good eye for details and excellent numeracy skills.  In return we will provide a competitive salary (dependent upon experience), and a number of additional benefits

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The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer.
• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.
• To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis.
• To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management.
• To ensure that clients are dealt with effciently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer.
• To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary
• To use the correct practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements.
• To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients and contacts
• To maximise the firm’s potential to cross–sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities.
• To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.
• To comply with all Watson Ramsbottom policies and procedures
• To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times
• To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working in a busy environment

Desirable Skills

• Some experience of the conveyancing process.
• A good level of education.
• Competent typing ability.
• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

The Role -

The prime role of the legal secretary is to provide direct support to his/her principal to enable them to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include but will not be limited to the key responsibilities given below. The legal secretary is expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative.

Key Objectives

• Prepare correspondence and documents using audio typing and word processing software.
• Administer filing which will include daily filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the office manual.
• Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch.
• Arrange for all copying to be done, in person if the office assistant is not available to undertake the task.
• Make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up-to-date diary for their principal.
• Provide support to other secretaries as required.
• Provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries when required to do so.
• Attend clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
• Undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

The Role -

Watson Ramsbottom are seeking an ambitious and driven Private Client Solicitors/Legal Executives to join their expanding team across our multi-site practice throughout East Lancashire. We have a strong track record in developing young lawyers into the leaders of the future, specifically those who share our values: approachable, compassionate, knowledgeable, professional

Key Objectives

• Preparation of tax efficient wills
• Inheritance tax mitigation and asset protection advice
• Use of lifetime trusts, often in connection with care fee planning
• Administration of estates (very typically taxable estates)
• Administration of trusts
• Preparing and Registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Applications to the Court of Protection

Candidate Requirements:

We are looking for a Solicitor/Legal Executive of between 0-3 years PQE, but the level of experience identified is a guide only and does not preclude candidates with more PQE or looking to re-train from other areas of law from applying.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

The Role -

To provide cost effective legal and administrative support to the director and other senior fee earners in the team in the work of the department.

Key Objectives

• Undertake certain elements of fee earning work under supervision. In particular:
• file creation;
• generation of suitable client care correspondence;
• completion of client questionnaires;
• completion of online legal applications.
• The jobholder is not designated as a matter handler for file review purposes and does not therefore have their own file caseload.
• Deal wherever possible with routine client enquiries and communications.
• Manage the collation of matter start and matter completion data and prepare all claims for costs, referring major matters to costs clerk by agreement with director/fee-earner
• Deputise for fee-earner in their absence, passing urgent issues to another senior fee earner for guidance when necessary.
• Co-ordination of the key dates reminder system as outlined in the office manual

Candidate Requirements:

Basic knowledge of law and legal procedures (minimum LLB qualified)

Communication (Telephone, in writing and face to face)

Good organisation

Excellent time management

A professional, but approachable manner

Experience:

• Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer.
• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.
• To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis.
• To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management.
• To ensure that clients are dealt with effciently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer.
• To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary
• To use the correct practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements.
• To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients and contacts
• To maximise the firm’s potential to cross–sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities.
• To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.
• To comply with all Watson Ramsbottom policies and procedures
• To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times
• To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working in a busy environment

Desirable Skills

• Some experience of the conveyancing process.
• A good level of education.
• Competent typing ability.
• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to careers@watsonramsbottom.com or to:

The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

The Role -

To provide cost effective legal and administrative support to the director and other senior fee earners in the team in the work of the department.

Key Objectives

• Undertake certain elements of fee earning work under supervision. In particular:
• file creation;
• generation of suitable client care correspondence;
• completion of client questionnaires;
• completion of online legal applications.
• The jobholder is not designated as a matter handler for file review purposes and does not therefore have their own file caseload.
• Deal wherever possible with routine client enquiries and communications.
• Manage the collation of matter start and matter completion data and prepare all claims for costs, referring major matters to costs clerk by agreement with director/fee-earner
• Deputise for fee-earner in their absence, passing urgent issues to another senior fee earner for guidance when necessary.
• Co-ordination of the key dates reminder system as outlined in the office manual

Candidate Requirements:

Basic knowledge of law and legal procedures (minimum LLB qualified)

Communication (Telephone, in writing and face to face)

Good organisation

Excellent time management

A professional, but approachable manner

Experience:

• Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• Process incoming mail, send and receive faxes, photocopying and scanning documents into the appropriate client’s matter in the Company’s case management system using the client reference number.
• Where no client reference is available, undertake necessary checks to identify client.
• Acceptance and preparation for dispatch of recorded/special delivery items/post.
•  Preparation of external mail for delivery to Post Office.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of stationary orders.
• Assist with reception duties, dealing with incoming client calls or clients who arrive on site in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Undertake all other clerical and administrative duties as may reasonably be required from time to time.
• Manage the petty cash system in the office
• Liase with external contractors for the removal of confidential waste
•  Archiving old matters in our own in-house and external storage company filing system. The retrieval of files from storage in-house and external filing system.
• Open and close client matters using the company’s case management system using client reference numbers.
• Note: there is a high degree of responsibility incumbent on staff to properly project the image and ethos of the firm at all times.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Communication - good telephone manner
• Previous experience in an administrative role
• Personable manner
• Organisational skills

Desirable Skills

• RSA 2
• Basic knowledge of legal procedures
• Audio typing to 90wpm
• Word processing training and/or experience
• Computer literacy

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer.
• To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.
• To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis.
• To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management.
• To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer.
• To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary
• To use the correct practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements.
• To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients and contacts
• To maximise the firm’s potential to cross–sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities.
• To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.
• To comply with all Watson Ramsbottom policies and procedures
• To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times
• To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working in a busy environment

Desirable Skills

• Some experience of the conveyancing process.
• A good level of education.
• Competent typing ability.
• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.

This is a full time role based at our Watson Ramsbottom office in Chorley.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• Manage a diary system to ensure registrations are completed ahead of the Land Registry deadline.
• Preparation and submission of registrations (Form AP1) to the Land Registry.
• Prepare and submit Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) forms to HMRC.
• Dispatch office copy entries together with title deeds to clients, lender clients and any third parties requiring copies.
• Prepare and send letter to lenders to provide updates on registrations.
• Diarise all requisition deadlines received and to respond to the same within the time frames provided by the Land Registry.
• Contribute as a team member in the continual review of efficiencies within the department.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working in a busy environment

Desirable Skills

• Some experience of the conveyancing process.
• A good level of education.
• Competent typing ability.
• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

The Role

The Firm

Watson Ramsbottom Solicitors are looking to recruit a hardworking and enthusiastic solicitor or legal executive within our nationally renowned domestic abuse, children and stalking department. Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness around domestic abuse, relevant legislation and have experience of conducting their own advocacy.

This is an opportunity to join an award winning department with excellent long term prospects for the right candidate. A full driving licence and car is essential as is an ability to deal with complex and sometimes distressing cases. We are looking to recruit a well-organised self-starter who is keen to make a difference and able to meet targets

You must remain up to date with any changes to legislation, stay compliant with best practices, maintain up to date time record of work done and billing, maintain CPD requirements in accordance with Law Society regulations.

Watson Ramsbottom is Lexcel accredited, and our family department is highly recommended in the Legal 500. A friendly and supportive working environment awaits, with regular team and departmental training and an open door policy.

You will possess sound technical skills and working experience in business or individual capacity; you will be able to prioritise your workload in order to meet deadlines; proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software, you should be self-motivated, energetic and business minded, you will have excellent communication and client care skills; you will be pro-active, personable and have exceptional attention to detail.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment.
• High level of confidentiality.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:

The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

The Role

This role is working as part of a team that focusses on the onboarding process for new customers. Your role will involve preparing documentation for new clients and projects, researching new clients, and collating information, liaising with internal teams to obtain information and documentation from clients, inputting information onto the in-house systems and ensuring that all information is uploaded and processed accurately.

Who Are You?

An enthusiastic people person to contribute to the business growth. You are comfortable to present our services over the telephone as well as handling queries about the conveyancing process and our systems. You have excellent spoken and written communication skills, be very organised and able to continually re-prioritise workloads and be able to work under pressure in keeping with our high level of customer service.

What You Will Do

• To assist clients and our referral partners in the production of quotations
• You will be comfortable in responding to client support requests via telephone and email.
• To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently.
• To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients.
• To manage your own time and productivity
• To comply Watson Ramsbottom policy and procedures
• To ensure that clients and referral partners always receive the best possible service.
• You will maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude to all customers.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Firm

We are a dynamic multi-office practice which provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across the North West and UK.

Recognising that employees are our greatest asset, we invest in training and development programmes and provide a working environment, which is both supportive and challenging. Blending traditional values of personal and

cost-effective advice with a modern and fresh approach we have achieved numerous accreditations and awards. Enjoying continual success and growth we are highly regarded within the legal market.

Key Objectives

• Process incoming mail, send and receive e-mails, photocopying and scanning documents into the appropriate client’s matter in the Company’s case management system using the client reference number.
• Where no client reference is available, undertake necessary checks to identify client.
• Archiving – Preparing files/boxes for dispatch to external storage company, which includes inputting details onto IT system, or for storage on site. Submit requests for retrieval of files from storage.
• Acceptance and preparation for dispatch of recorded/special delivery items/post.
• Preparation of external mail for delivery to Post Office.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of stationary orders.
• Undertake file opening procedures for the conveyaning department for new client files.
• Cover for the receptionist when she is absence on annual leave or due to sickness
• Undertake all other clerical and administrative duties as may reasonably be required from time to time.

Person Specification

Essential Skills

• Reliable and diligent, with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive approach to working in a busy environment
• Communication - good telephone manner
• Previous experience in an administrative role

Desirable Skills

• RSA 2
• Basic knowledge of legal procedures
• Audio typing to 90wpm
• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications especially Word.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to chris.mullaney@watsonramsbottom.com or to:
The HR Manager, Watson Ramsbottom Limited, 25-29 Victoria Street, Blackburn BB1 6DN

The Role

This role is working as part of a team that focusses on the onboarding process for new customers. Your role will involve preparing documentation for new clients and projects, researching new clients, and collating information, liaising with internal teams to obtain information and documentation from clients, inputting information onto the in-house systems and ensuring that all information is uploaded and processed accurately.
*This role will be predominately based at our Darwen office*

Our Goal

To help the business grow by offering fantastic customer service both to clients and referral partners.

Who are you?

An enthusiastic people person to contribute to the business growth. You are comfortable to present our services over the telephone as well as handling queries about the conveyancing process and our systems. You have excellent spoken and written communication skills, be very organised and able to continually re-prioritise workloads and be able to work under pressure in keeping with our high level of customer service.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Good IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS programmes
• Problem solving skills.
• Time management skills
• Knowledge of the conveyancing process desirable but not essential
• Ability to manage workload and carry out tasks independently.

What you will do

• To assist clients and our referral partners in the production of quotations
• You will be comfortable in responding to client support requests via telephone and email.
• To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently.
• To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients.
• To manage your own time and productivity
• To comply Watson Ramsbottom policy and procedures
• To ensure that clients and referral partners always receive the best possible service.
• You will maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude to all customers.

 Our Promise to you

Full training and support will be provided from the very outset with continual guidance from the NB manager

Completed applications by CV and cover letter should be forwarded to Alissa Robinson on Alissa.Robinson@watsonramsbottom.com

Closing date for applications: 15/01/2024