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Experienced Solicitor- Agricultural Property

We
are now proudly recruiting for an experienced Agricultural Property Solicitor
to deal with a wide range of agricultural property matters in the Estates Team
in Northampton and Leicester.

The
chosen candidate will be working within an experienced and highly thought-of
team, including fellows of the Agricultural Law Association and other
experienced fee earners, in which you will closely correspond with for support.

March 19th, 2020|Industry News|

Commercial Property Solicitor

ACS are proud to announce we are now
looking for a newly qualified solicitor to join a Commercial Property team in
Leicester. The candidate should not be intimidated about working directly for one
partner and two other solicitors in the team.

The
ideal candidate should have a sound basis and understanding of land law and is
expected to have completed the property elective during their LPC. In addition,
ideally two seats in property during their training contract and this should be
in a commercial property not a residential environment.

The
candidate will be expected to undertake initial title and contractual
documentation reviews, general correspondence and telephone attendances with
both counterpart solicitors and the clients, reporting directly to the partner
when undertaking amendments to contractual documentation, preparing reports to
the client, such necessary land registry and HMRC documentation.

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor- Credit Hire

ACS are
now recruiting for a solicitor to join an existing hire recoveries team,
dealing exclusively with the recovery of credit hire and credit repair on
behalf of insurer clients. This is based in Warrington and the chosen candidate
will benefit from

22 days per year annual leaveHours – 37.5 per weekSalary dependant on experienceFlu
Jab vouchersFree
Bus pass for Warrington Centre ParkComputing
schemeCycle
to work schemeLife
AssuranceFree
eye testsFresh
fruitFree
milk, tea and coffeeDiscounted
gym membershipLots
of fund raising events and staff functions, including the annual summer party

Candidate
Expectations

The
ability to take a pro-active approach to recovery, through litigation if
necessaryShould
have sound working knowledge of the CPR, case law, legislation, and law
relating to credit hire.A
proven track record within a fast-paced, target-driven environment, underpinned
with extensive commercial and financial acumen.Continuous
focus on the reduction of our aged debtInvestigation
of causes of non-payment delays and providing an effective resolutionNegotiating
with insurers for outlays including credit hire and repair, vehicle storage,
and all other losses

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor- Construction

ACS are now looking for the perfect candidate to join a busy
construction team in Cambridge.

This role would suit a newly qualified solicitor, or 3 years
PQE of similar role. Previous construction experience is desirable yet not
essential. SOME property/litigation experience necessary.

Their construction team provides specialist, in-depth
expertise for clients across the full spectrum of the construction industry;
including the likes of developers, occupiers, contractors, investors, bank
consultants and insurers.

We also correspond closely with our commercial property team
of lawyers who operate across office, and are recognised for their heavyweight
knowledge of property contracts and development projects. This is supported by
specialists elsewhere in the firm who advise on matters such as planning,
health and safety regulation, tax and finance.

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor- Family

ACS are now
recruiting an experienced family solicitor to join a great firm in Milton
Keynes. The candidate will join an ever-growing team in a top-tier legal 500
firm. Candidates should have experience in dealing with high net worth
matrimonial cases and the role will also include:

Undertaking
business developmentGenerating
new leads and developing case load in the areaExpanding
the family team offeringWorking
cohesively with sister-offices.

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Senior Associate

ACS are now recruiting for a Senior Associate to fill a spot in a brilliant firm in Manchester!

The candidate will have incredible benefits including:

25 days annual leaveChristmas shutdownDress for your day policyTraining opportunitiesBirthday privilege dayHoliday buy and sell and carryover schemePrivate medical insurancePermanent health insuranceMaternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, special leaveCharity volunteering daysSmart workingHealth cash planLife assuranceAnnual travel season ticket loan

Key responsibilities

Commercial agreementsSpecialist intellectual property adviceInfringement opinions and litigation supportIntellectual property audit reviewsIntellectual property due diligence and general corporate supportIntellectual property commercialisation strategiesIntellectual
property contracts including licensing, sponsorship agreements,
merchandising agreements, royalty agreements, and assignments

Expectations

Law degree (or equivalent)Good level of general commercial awareness and attention to detailTime management skills showing ability to prioritise tasksExcellent legal and commercial research skillsDemonstrates
understanding and recognition of associated issues relating to
legislation of: Consumer, Data Protection Compliance, Unfair Terms and
IP Application in practical situations.Ability to work as part of a team and independently.Solid
experience of advising public sector clients in relation to all aspects
of the application of relevant public procurement legislation (and
advising private and third sector clients in relation to possible
challenges)Driven to create workable solutions for the commercial issues in the best interest of [...]

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor

ACS are now recruiting a Solicitor to work in a busy office in Liverpool City Centre. The firm specialise in data breach claims and must have knowledge of litigation experience.

The successful candidate will be working within single and
group claims and provide excellent customer service as they prioritise people
over profit.

Salary DOE

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Paralegal

ACS are now recruiting a Paralegal to work in a busy office
in Liverpool City Centre. The firm specialise in data breach claims and must
have knowledge of litigation experience.

The successful candidate will be working within single and
group claims and provide excellent customer service as they prioritise people
over profit.

Salary DOE

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Associate- Commercial

Associate

ACS are now recruiting an Associate to work within the Commercial Department of a leading law firm based in Liverpool.

Benefits

25 days annual leaveBirthday privilege dayChristmas shutdownHoliday buy and sell and carryover schemeCharity volunteering daysSmart workingPrivate medical insurancePermanent health insuranceHealth cash planMaternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, special leaveLife assuranceAnnual travel season ticket loanDress for your dayTraining opportunities

Essential:

Ability to work as part of a team and independentlyAbility to prioritise tasks and work under pressureExperience of providing the full range of intellectual property advisory services in private legal practiceAdherence to guidelines and proceduresExperience of drafting and negotiating IP and commercial contracts and documentationAn understanding of clients’ needs and expectationsExcellence in service quality (service delivery and quality of services provided), through technical and service excellenceExcellent organisational and time management skillsAttention to detail and ability to get a grip of the wider commercial issuesExcellent legal and commercial research skillsAbility to play a proactive part in business development activity

Key responsibilities

intellectual property audit reviewscommercial agreementsSpecialist intellectual property adviceintellectual property due diligence and general corporate supportintellectual property commercialisation strategiesintellectual
property contracts including licensing, sponsorship agreements,
merchandising agreements, royalty agreements, and assignmentsinfringement opinions and litigation support

March 18th, 2020|Industry News|

Legal Advisor- Litigation

ACS are proud to announce we are now recruiting for a well-established firm in West Sussex.

Benefits

Flexible Working Medicash (after 1 month)Pension Scheme‘Death in Service’ benefit

Responsibilities

To deal
with cases of denial of liability and causation arguments with minimal
supervisionTo
progress your caseload in a manner to ensure that clients receive appropriate,
professional, timely and pertinent legal advice, with regular contact, whilst
managing their expectationsResponsible
for a high volume caseload of Fast Track Personal Injury RTA  claims, making use of the firm’s Case
Management Systems and using the agreed internal procedures and practicesTo be
able to assess liability and quantum to include reviewing medical reports,
researching and obtaining relevant case law, drafting schedules of special
damages and assessing suitable awards for compensationTo
identify early those cases where proceedings would be tactically beneficial to
litigate and to do so expeditiouslyTake a
practical but commercial approach to settlements, advising clients on
litigation and cost risksTo
achieve and exceed various targets set, without compromising the firm’s
integrityLiaise
appropriately and timely with sources, medical agencies, experts, third party
insurers and other relevant parties to ensure that cases are pro-actively
progressedPerform
to a high level in a target orientated environmentUndertake
any other tasks as deemed relevant [...]

March 17th, 2020|Industry News|

Legal Advisor- Portal

ACS are now recruiting for a brilliant firm in West Sussex. Looking for a legal advisor to join their busy office down south!

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform to a high level in a target-orientated
environmentResponsible for a high volume caseload of Fast
Track Personal Injury RTA Portal claims, following the MOJ process, making
use of the firm’s Case Management Systems and using the agreed internal
procedures and practicesDeliver a strong quality claims handling with
a key focus on client outcomes to generate fee income and to contribute to
the general success of the business.To progress your caseload in a manner to
ensure that clients receive appropriate, professional, timely and
pertinent legal advice, with regular contact, whilst managing their
expectationsAchieve and exceed various targets set in
relation to profit costs for example, profit costs, settlements and
issuing, without compromising the firm’s integrityEarly identify cases where proceedings [...]

March 17th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor/Legal Executive

Solicitor/Legal Executive-Family

ACS are now recruiting for a firm based in Southport and Liverpool,
working mainly with legal aid cases, yet also childcare matters and cases of
care.

Flexible with regards to choosing your working hours, full
and part-time will be considered.

Candidates must be well organised and show good
interpersonal skills.

Salary/locum rate will be based off experience.

March 17th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor- RTA

Solicitor- RTA

ACS are now recruiting a solicitor to work in a busy office based in Glasgow! This is a new opening position for the firm and due to the current circumstances, all interviews will be held via skype.

Benefits

Flexible working Earlier finishes on a FridayPension schemeMedicash (after 1 month service)‘Death in Service’ benefit

Requirements

Capable of drafting and running litigated
cases mainly PI but also non-PI RTA cases at Sheriff Court levelKnowledge and experience of RTA Scottish
Protocol PI casesKnowledge and experience of non –PI RTA cases
pre-litigation

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform to a target orientated environment at a high standardBe responsible for a high volume caseload of personal Injury RTA Pursuer
claims, making use of the firm’s Case Management Systems and using the agreed
internal procedures and practicesTake a practical yet commercial approach to settlements and advising
clients as to litigation/cost risksProgress caseload in a manner ensuring clients receive suitable,
professional, timely and appropriate legal advice, with regular contact, whilst
delivering their expectationsTo early identify those cases where proceedings would be tactically
beneficial to litigate and to do so expeditiouslyTo achieve and exceed various targets set in relation to, for example,
profit costs, settlements and issuing, without compromising the firm’s
integrityTo [...]

March 17th, 2020|Industry News|

Case Handler

ACS are proud to announce we are now recruiting for a case
handler within a dept department, at a busy Liverpool office.

Case handlers’ help clients who have debt troubles ascertain
liability, whilst also establishing the creditors’ legal right to enforce the
debts against the client by challenging them under the consumer credit act 1974.
This has the aim of getting the client debt free by utilising your knowledge of
the law.

Case handlers would be expected to collect and confirm all
information relating to the clients personal details and their creditors. They
will liaise with creditors, submit legal requests and collect all the information
needed in relation to debts.

Other tasks will include uploading all information received
and producing reports on the back of the documents received, compiling letters
of claim and also other various responses to creditors during the process.

The process is fully automated with timescales and alerts
for tasks which will prompt next steps throughout the case. The case handler
will be expected to fully manage their files within the timescales and keep
files updated, record all post received and note all interactions with clients
and creditors, as well as all outcomes.

Salary starts at £16k+

March 12th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor- Clinical Negligence

ACS are now recruiting a Solicitor based in Liverpool, specialising in a highly-thought of, Clinical Negligence department, supervised by partners.

Benefits

Flexible
working hoursFree
car parkingFree
training coursesFree gym
membershipLots
more!

Requirements

Candidates should
be keen, dynamic and have good experience working within a Clinical Negligence
department. You must have a minimum of 1 year PQE upwards.

Firm expectations

Their aim is to
provide as much of a stress-fee service as possible. We provide excellent
client care, of which customer service is a vital part of everyday standards.
The contribution from employees is of most value, and the firm is committed to
providing staff with extensive support in order to progress in your career,
whilst at the same time becoming an integral part of the team. Whenever there
are opportunities, the firm will always first aim to promote internally.

Salary includes 30-40k
for a permanent, full-time role.

March 12th, 2020|Industry News|