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SJP Law Solicitors in Hull and East Yorkshire

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At SJP Law we provide our clients with the right guidance and advice so that they achieve the best outcome. Our aim is to forge lasting relationships, and we’ve been successfully supporting clients for over 160 years.

We are not looking for short term appointments – we want high-quality personnel who will stay with us for many years, becoming an integral part of the team and embracing the firm’s values in the process.

Company Commercial Solicitor - York (Monks Cross)

Post Title:      Company Commercial Solicitor - York (Monks Cross)

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who is driven and keen to develop a long-term career within a successful, growing law firm.

Working for SJP:

SJP Law is a well-established legal practice with offices in Hull and York. We have an enviable reputation for high quality legal work, specialising in corporate and commercial, commercial property, private client, and clinical negligence / personal injury.

Our ‘one firm’ culture enables all employees to feel part of a welcoming and inclusive environment. We believe in collaboration and teamwork, both with our clients and with each other. We give our employees autonomy in their roles, coupled with support to develop and to achieve individual career aspirations.  

The role:

This role would suit someone looking for an opportunity to take the next step in their career, with exposure to a wide range of corporate and commercial matters.

No two days are the same, you will be working with a wide range of clients including companies, partnerships, charities, healthcare, and agricultural clients.  Matters include succession planning, asset and business sales, M&As, re-organisations, partnerships, shareholder agreements and investments.

What we will do for you:

Alongside training to develop your technical skills, you can expect to take on good quality client relationships and be supported to develop your own network. 

We value our team members, and we work hard to create a culture and environment that people flourish in.  In return for your expertise and dedication, we will provide you with the support required to help you succeed as a trusted adviser to clients and professional contacts alike.

Our history of investing in people and our proven track record when it comes to training will give you the opportunity to enjoy a successful career and progression at SJP Law.

The candidate:

  • 2+ PQE
  • Be keen to develop a broad transactional skill set
  • Professional and commercially minded 
  • Excellent IT, client care and communication skills

The offer:

In exchange for your hard work and commitment, we offer:

  • A competitive remuneration package and additional benefits (including private health insurance, group life cover and critical illness)
  • A supportive & friendly working environment
  • Hybrid working
  • Excellent training and a structured approach to personal development through our career progression framework.   

How to apply:

To apply please submit a full CV to Mrs Kirsty White, Human Resources Manager - kcu@sjplaw.co.uk  

Clinical Negligence Solicitor (York)

Post Title:      Clinical Negligence Solicitor (York)

The firm:

SJP Law is a well-established legal practice with offices in Hull and York. We have an enviable reputation for high quality clinical negligence and personal injury work and are proud to be ranked in the Legal 500 directory for these areas. We also specialise in commercial, corporate, property, private client areas.

SJP Law’s ‘one firm’ culture enables all employees to feel part of a welcoming and inclusive environment. We believe in collaboration and teamwork, both with our clients and with each other. We give our employees autonomy in their roles, coupled with support to develop and achieve their individual career aspirations.  

The role:

We have an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our specialist Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury team in York. Our team focus on complex, high value serious injury and medical negligence claims together with providing help and support to individuals suffering life-changing injuries.

The role involves the day-to-day handling of a broad range of complex clinical negligence and personal injury files from inception to settlement and would suit a technically sound individual with approx. 4 - 6 years PQE. Clinical negligence experience is preferred, but applications from an experienced Personal Injury solicitor looking to retrain will also be considered.

In addition to the requisite technical skills, you will strive for excellence in client care and possess strong interpersonal skills with a willingness to develop junior staff. The ability to develop professional networks, both internally and externally, would be an advantage.  

We offer hybrid working and days in the office would be at our York office (Monks Cross). Occasional travel to the Hull office will be required for meetings.  

Our Values:

Collaboration

  • We work together, communicate effectively, and share our expertise, internally and externally.
  • We make work an enjoyable experience for the people we work with.

Quality

  • We put our clients at the centre of everything we do.
  • We are helpful and go the extra mile for our clients and colleagues.

Respect

  • We respect each other and value everyone’s contribution.
  • We all play our part and strive to be the best we can be. 
  • We are an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Trust

  • We act with integrity and professionalism in all that we do.
  • We take ownership, correct our mistakes, and learn from them.
  • We support a culture of openness and trust.

Innovation

  • We embrace change.
  • We provide opportunities to learn and grow. 

The offer:

In exchange for your hard work and commitment, we offer:

  • A competitive remuneration package, team rewards and a range of additional benefits (including parking, private medical insurance, group life cover, critical illness and cycle to work scheme)
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Excellent training and opportunities to progress through our Career Framework
  • Pathways into ownership
  • An enjoyable work experience and social events

How to apply:

To apply please submit a full CV and a cover letter to Ms Kirsty White, Human Resources Manager, SJP Law, 5 Parliament Street, Hull HU1 2AZ.  Alternatively, you can send these via email: careers@sjplaw.co.uk 

For an informal chat about the role, or working at SJP, please contact Kirsty White on 01482 316702.

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