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Graduate Training

Graduate training

We are recruiting for Law or LPC Graduates to join an
amazing firm in Liverpool, working at junior level, to then be trained to a
very high standard.

You will be expected to assist with:-

Typing and medical records to begin with before
taking on additional tasks. FilingSI FR calls BundlingConferences

Salary for this role is between £14K – £16K depending the individual

March 12th, 2020|Industry News|

Family Solicitor

ACS are now recruiting a family solicitor, working in a busy office in Manchester!

Full Time – part-time considered

Salary on experience

Immediate Start

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Meet the quality and professional standards.Use the firm’s case management system in place, ensuring that diary
dates are observed.Keep up to date with Family Law, attend seminars and comply with the
firms training requirements.Using delegated powers where appropriate.AdvocacyBriefing Counsel where necessary.Use and comply with the online CCMS system.Composing letters for dictation including files notes/telephone notes
etc.

Knowledge/experience/skills required to fill the
position

Able to acquire knowledge of the firm’s structure, administration
system, ethics and procedures as set out in the firm’s manual and to put that
knowledge to practical use in the adoption of those procedures.Experience as a fee earner in Family Law.Experience in advising clients, attending court including advocacy.Knowledge and experience of working with the Legal Aid Agency.Display a courteous, helpful, telephone manner, being competent to
receive some telephone instructions from clients and to give case updates.

March 11th, 2020|Industry News|

Legal Cashier

ACS are
proud to announce we have a brilliant new opportunity to work as a Legal
Cashier, on a 9-12 month contract in a busy Liverpool office.

Benefits

25 days annual leaveBirthday privilege dayMaternity, paternity,
adoption, shared parental leave, special leaveAnnual travel season ticket
loanChristmas shutdownHoliday buy and sell and
carryover schemeDress for your dayTraining opportunitiesCharity volunteering daysSmart workingPrivate medical insurancePermanent health insuranceHealth cash planLife assurance

Requirements:

Ability to work under
pressure and to meet deadlinesAll round cashiering
knowledgeStrong SRA regulatory
knowledgeWork well as part of a teamAccuracy and attention to
detail

Key duties:

Dealing with general
enquiries to aid the Finance Operations section and general Finance
Department.Client Matter Transaction
processing including office and client cheque
requests/banking/Office/Client Direct Credit/Counsel and Expert Ledger
postings/Same Day and International payment processing, including accounts
maintenance.Client Matter Transaction
processing including [...]

March 4th, 2020|Industry News|

Solicitor- Clinical Negligence

ACS are
now recruiting a solicitor 0-5 years’ experience. You will be joining a large
team in a Clinical Negligence department, based in Liverpool.

A great
opportunity has arisen for a clinical negligence solicitor to join this leading
industry, and well-established law firm on a full time, permanent basis.

The ideal
candidate

• 0 – 5
years PQE
• Able to confidently hold a caseload of 50-70 matters (exclusively clinical
negligence)

• Ability
to work independently
• Excellent client care skills
• Strong advocacy abilities

• A
finesse for legal analysis


Previous experience within the clinical negligence department
• Opportunities to assist on higher value, multi-million pound claims whilst
gaining particular experience on brain and spinal injuries
• High professional standards, whilst being empathetic and understanding
• An ability to build strong interpersonal relationships with clients and
experts

• An
interest in developing the department and its reputation
• Social media knowledge (writing blogs for department website)

March 4th, 2020|Industry News|

Departmental Management Assistant (DMA) – Real Estate

Departmental Management Assistant (DMA) – Real Estate

ACS are now recruiting a Departmental Management Assistant in Real Estate.

Benefits:

25 days Annual Leave per annum increasing to 32 days through Loyalty Recognition Programme• Contributory Pension Scheme• Death in Service Benefit @ 4 x salary• Medicash – Level 4• Income Protection Insurance• Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay• Interest Free Travel Ticket / NCP Parking Loan• Firm Wide Employee Bonus Scheme• Buy and Release Annual Leave Scheme• Childcare Voucher Scheme• SMART Working practices• Colleague Recognition Scheme• Colleague Referral Scheme• Cycle to Work Scheme• Payroll Giving Scheme• Social Events• Staff Discounts

•Opportunity to undertake Level 3 in
Leadership and Management with the Institute of L&M is available to
the successful candidate.

This role is Regional therefore there is a requirement to work cross office between Liverpool, Manchester and Preston.

Key responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Manage the coordination of departmental meetings.

• Support with Marketing and Business Development activities.• People management of departmental PA resource.• Record department training activity, manage the training budget and assist with the coordination of training.• Produce billing reports.•
Supporting with WIP management, financials, aged debt, file retention
and closures, in addition to risk management responsibilities.• Organise team building social events.

Requirements:

• Experience of working [...]

March 2nd, 2020|Industry News|

NQ Solicitor

ACS are recruiting for a NQ Solicitor for a firm in Warrington.
February 6th, 2018|Industry News|

Litigator

We are currently recruiting for a Litigator for the Housing department of a law firm in Manchester.
December 8th, 2017|Industry News|

Clinical Negligence Lawyer

ACS are looking for a Clinical Negligence Lawyer on behalf of our client for their Liverpool based firm of solicitors.
October 24th, 2017|Industry News|

Defendant Legal Administrator

ACS are recruiting for a Defendant Legal Administrator on behalf of our client in Warrington.
May 25th, 2017|Industry News|

Super exam gets go ahead – in 2020

A single centrally set examination will form the gateway to the solicitors' profession under plans announced by the Solicitors Regulation Authority this morning.
April 25th, 2017|Industry News|

SRA to announce new trainee exam

The regulator is expected to announce that it is pressing ahead with the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.
April 24th, 2017|Industry News|

Private Client Senior Associate

ACS are currently recruiting for a Private Client Senior Associate for a Manchester firm.
April 24th, 2017|Industry News|

The importance of not lying on your CV

Many people don't know that a simple lie on your CV can have massive repercussions on your career.
April 13th, 2017|Helpful Tips, Industry News|

Cost Negotiator

We are currently recruiting for a Cost Negotiator to join the Portal Cost team of our clients Liverpool based firm.
October 25th, 2016|Industry News|

MOJ Portal Paralegal Assistant

Our client is currently looking for an MOJ Portal Paralegal Assistant to join their Cheshire based firm.
September 21st, 2016|Industry News, Job Vacancy 2016|