Float Secretary

Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 + Benefits

Location: Tonbridge Area

Varied Role Supporting Multiple Legal Teams

Are you an experienced legal secretary looking for a dynamic, varied role where no two days are the same? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and well-established law firm, providing flexible support across multiple departments within a supportive and professional environment.

Our client offers a collaborative workplace where adaptability, accuracy, and teamwork are highly valued. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety and wants to broaden their exposure across different areas of law.

The Role: Flexible Legal Secretarial Support

As a Float Secretary, you will provide essential administrative and secretarial support across multiple teams within the firm.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and maintaining client and matter files
• Assisting with legal compliance and file management procedures
• Proofreading legal correspondence and documents for accuracy
• Providing secretarial support to fee earners and legal teams as required
• Supporting multiple departments across the firm on a rotational basis
• Ensuring consistent high-quality document production and formatting
• Adapting quickly to different team workflows and priorities

Team & Working Environment

You will join a well-established and highly regarded law firm with a strong reputation for professionalism and client service.

The environment is:

• Supportive and team-oriented
• Structured yet flexible in approach
• Focused on quality and attention to detail
• Collaborative across all departments

This role offers excellent exposure to different practice areas within a stable and respected firm.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Previous experience as a legal secretary or legal support professional
• Strong audio typing and document production skills
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading ability
• Ability to manage multiple tasks across different teams
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, document management systems)
• Professional and adaptable approach

Desirable:

• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary legal environment
• Familiarity with legal terminology and processes across different practice areas

Personal attributes:

• Highly organised and reliable
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Strong communicator and team player
• Calm under pressure with a proactive mindset

Salary & Benefits

• £26,000 – £32,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to gain exposure across multiple legal departments
• Stable role within a respected and established firm
• Professional development within a structured legal environment
• Collaborative and team-focused culture

Location & Working Arrangements

• Tonbridge area office
• Full-time, office-based role
• Monday to Friday working pattern

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential discussion.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

General Office Clerk

Salary: £23,000 – £26,000 + Benefits

Location: Tonbridge Area

Stable Role within a Professional Legal Environment

Are you looking for a hands-on, varied office support role within a respected and well-established law firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and professional team where you will play a key part in the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

Our client offers a supportive working environment where reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail are genuinely valued. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, varied work and being an essential part of a busy office setting.

The Role: Varied Office Support Responsibilities

As a General Office Clerk, you will support the wider business with essential administrative and operational tasks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing daily incoming and outgoing post
• Scanning, filing, and processing confidential documents
• Maintaining and archiving physical and digital files
• Ordering and restocking office supplies and stationery
• Setting up meeting rooms for internal and client meetings
• Moving furniture and assisting with office room arrangements
• Handling and lifting boxes and archived materials (manual handling required)
• Providing general support to ensure smooth office operations

Team & Working Environment

You will join a well-established and supportive office team within a respected professional services environment.

The culture is:

• Friendly and approachable
• Team-focused and supportive
• Structured and well-organised
• Built on reliability and collaboration

This is a role where you will be valued as a key part of the wider operational team.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Comfortable with manual handling and physical tasks (lifting boxes, moving materials)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage routine tasks efficiently
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Basic IT skills (email, scanning, document handling systems)

Desirable:

• Previous experience in an office, facilities, or administrative support role
• Familiarity with document management or filing systems

Personal attributes:

• Practical and hands-on approach
• Positive and team-oriented attitude
• Trustworthy when handling confidential materials
• Willingness to support wherever needed

Salary & Benefits

• £23,000 – £26,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Paid parking
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Stable, long-term employment within a respected firm
• Opportunity to gain experience in a professional office setting
• Structured and organised workplace

Location & Working Arrangements

• Tonbridge area office
• Full-time, office-based role
• Monday to Friday working pattern

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential discussion.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Corporate Solicitor

Salary: £75,000 – £95,000 + Excellent Benefits

Location: Tonbridge Area

High-Value M&A & Strategic Corporate Work with Clear Progression

Are you a Corporate Solicitor looking to step into a role where you will work on high-profile, complex transactions while playing a key part in a dynamic, award-winning team? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly respected Corporate practice advising a diverse client base on sophisticated, strategically significant matters.

Our client is known for its strong reputation in the South East corporate market, acting for entrepreneurs, SMEs, large corporates, and high-net-worth individuals on complex and often high-value transactions across multiple sectors.

The Role: High-Value, High-Impact Corporate Work

As a Corporate Solicitor, you will manage a varied and engaging caseload, working across a broad range of transactional and advisory matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on M&A transactions (buy-side and sell-side)
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements and corporate structures
• Working on private equity, investment, and management buyouts
• Advising on EMI share schemes and management incentive plans
• Supporting clients with restructuring and insolvency-related matters
• Structuring Family Investment Companies for tax and succession planning
• Acting for clients across sectors including:
  • Healthcare
  • IT and technology
  • Security
  • Property
  • Retail and leisure
• Managing your own caseload with client-facing responsibility from day one
• Supporting and driving business development initiatives

Recent transactional highlights include:

• £12m veterinary practice sale
• Acquisition of a trampoline park by a leading leisure group
• Structuring of national veterinary partnership programmes
• Complex equity and incentive scheme design for tech and healthcare clients

Team & Environment

You will join an award-winning Corporate team with a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused, practical advice.

The team is:

• Commercially driven and transactionally active across multiple sectors
• Highly collaborative, with strong partner-level support
• Focused on client relationships and long-term advisory work
• Committed to professional development and internal progression

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in Corporate / Company Commercial Law
• Strong experience in M&A and general corporate transactions
• Excellent technical ability in:
  • Shareholder agreements
  • Corporate structuring
  • Investment transactions
  • Corporate governance
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage a busy transactional workload independently
• Commercial mindset with a client-focused approach

Desirable:

• Experience with private equity or management incentive schemes
• Exposure to sector-specific advisory work (healthcare, tech, etc.)
• Interest in business development and networking

Career Progression

• Clear pathway to Senior Associate and Partner level
• Exposure to high-value, complex transactional work from day one
• Strong emphasis on client relationship development and sector specialism
• Ongoing mentorship and technical development support

Salary & Benefits

• £75,000 – £95,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous holiday allowance
• Structured training and career development programme
• Strong, supportive and collaborative team culture

Location & Working Arrangements

• Tonbridge area office
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Full-time role with strong work-life balance culture

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further information and a confidential discussion.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Commercial Property Solicitor 

Location: Tonbridge Area

Salary: £48,000–£60,000 + Career Progression

Shape Your Future with a Leading Tonbridge Law Firm

Are you a talented Commercial Property Solicitor ready to advance your career?

Our client, a respected and growing law firm in Tonbridge, offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload, work with diverse clients, and develop your expertise within a supportive, collaborative team environment.

The Role: Key Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant work, secured lending, and development projects

• Provide clear, commercially-focused legal advice to developers, investors, and businesses

• Support senior colleagues on complex transactions and projects

• Actively participate in business development and client relationship management

• Ensure compliance with relevant property law and regulations

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor with 2–5 years’ PQE in commercial property law (UK practice)

• Strong technical knowledge of commercial property transactions

• Proactive, client-focused approach with excellent communication and organisational skills

• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

• Experience with secured lending and development work

• Interest in business development and mentoring junior staff

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive salary: £48,000–£60,000 (DOE)

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Clear career progression opportunities

• Friendly and professional working environment

• Central Tonbridge office with excellent transport links

Career Progression

• Structured pathways to senior roles for ambitious performers

• Regular reviews and tailored development plans

Location & Working Arrangements

• Based in Tonbridge (modern, well-equipped office)

• Supportive, collaborative firm culture

Ready to Make Your Move?

If you are a Commercial Property Solicitor seeking your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV or confidential enquiry to David Hawthorne-Finch at:

Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and upholding the highest standards of client and candidate confidentiality.

Employment Solicitor

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 + Bonus

Location: Woking (Hybrid)

High-Quality Advisory & Tribunal Work with Clear Progression

Are you an Employment Solicitor looking for a role where you can build genuine expertise across both contentious and advisory work, while developing your career within a highly regarded and supportive team? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected Employment practice advising a diverse client base on complex and commercially significant matters.

Our client is known for delivering City-quality employment advice outside of London, combining technical excellence with a pragmatic, people-focused approach. You will gain exposure to high-quality work, strong client relationships, and structured progression within a collaborative environment.

The Role: Broad, High-Quality Employment Law Work

As an Employment Solicitor, you will manage a varied caseload spanning both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on Employment Tribunal claims, including discrimination, unfair dismissal, and whistleblowing
• Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements, contracts, and policies
• Providing HR advisory support to employer clients across multiple sectors
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex restructures, TUPE, and restrictive covenant matters
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to seminars, workshops, and client training sessions
• Supporting wider business development and networking initiatives

Team & Environment

You will join a highly respected Surrey-based Employment team working closely with colleagues across the wider business services group.

The team advises:

• SMEs and growing businesses
• Large corporates seeking City-level expertise
• Senior executives and individuals

The culture is collaborative, commercially focused, and human-first, with a strong emphasis on delivering practical, tailored solutions for clients.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
• 2–5 years’ PQE in Employment Law
• Experience across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Employment Tribunal procedure
  • Employment contracts and policies
  • HR advisory work
  • Settlement agreements
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently

Desirable:

• Experience advising both employers and senior individuals
• Exposure to TUPE, restructures, or restrictive covenants
• Interest in business development and client-facing activity

Personal attributes:

• Strong commercial awareness
• Proactive and collaborative mindset
• Confident communicator with strong client-care skills
• Genuine alignment with a people-first approach to legal practice

Career Progression

• Clear pathway from Solicitor to Associate and Senior Associate level
• Exposure to high-quality, complex employment work from day one
• Opportunity to develop client-facing and business development skills
• Strong internal support for technical and career development

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000 – £75,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working model (flexible office/home split)
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Structured training, development, and mentoring programme
• Regular client-facing seminar and workshop opportunities
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing

Location & Working Arrangements

• Woking area office
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements
• Full-time role with openness to alternative working patterns

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential conversation.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Private Wealth Solicitor

Salary: £45,000 – £65,000 + Bonus

Location: Lymington

HNW Client Work & Genuine Career Development

Are you a Private Client Solicitor looking to build your career within a highly respected, Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked Private Wealth team? This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth individuals on meaningful, complex matters while benefiting from strong mentorship, high-quality work, and clear progression opportunities.

Our client is known for delivering a personalised, empathetic, and technically excellent service to HNW individuals and families, with a strong reputation across the South Coast for trusted, long-term client relationships.

The Role: High-Quality Private Wealth Advisory Work

As a Private Wealth Solicitor, you will manage a varied caseload and develop your expertise across the full spectrum of private client matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload of Wills, trusts, and estate planning matters
• Advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
• Handling estate administration, including complex and taxable estates
• Supporting clients with Inheritance Tax (IHT) and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) planning
• Advising on the creation, administration, and winding up of trusts
• Building strong, long-term client relationships with HNW individuals (£2m–£20m assets)
• Supporting junior colleagues including trainees and paralegals
• Contributing to marketing and business development activity

Team & Environment

You will join a highly regarded Lymington-based Private Wealth team, part of a wider Legal 500 and Chambers-recognised practice.

The team offers:

• A supportive, collaborative environment with strong mentorship
• Access to high-quality HNW private client work from day one
• A culture built on trust, empathy, and technical excellence
• Strong support from experienced partners and legal support teams
• Opportunities to work with multi-generational family clients

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)
• 1–4 years’ PQE in Private Client / Private Wealth law
• Experience managing your own private client caseload
• Strong technical knowledge of:
  • Wills and estate planning
  • Trusts and estate administration
  • IHT and CGT planning
  • LPAs
• Excellent communication and client care skills, particularly with sensitive matters
• Ability to manage workload independently and efficiently

Desirable:

• Experience working with HNW clients or complex estates
• Interest in business development and networking
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members

Personal attributes:

• Empathetic and client-focused approach
• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Collaborative and proactive mindset
• Genuine passion for private client work

Career Progression

• Clear pathway to Senior Associate level and beyond
• Regular exposure to high-value and complex HNW matters
• Structured mentoring and professional development support
• Opportunity to build a strong personal and professional client profile

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000 – £65,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Structured training and development programme
• Flexible working options, including part-time consideration
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing

Location & Working Arrangements

• Lymington-based role
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Full-time or part-time options available

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential conversation.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Residential Property Associate

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 + Bonus

Location: Lymington Area 

High-Net-Worth & Complex Property Work

Are you a Residential Property Solicitor looking to step into a high-quality, client-focused role in a beautiful coastal location, working on complex and high-value transactions? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected Residential Property team handling premium HNW matters with strong long-term career progression.

Our client is recognised for delivering a discreet, efficient, and highly personalised service to a loyal client base, including multi-generational families and high-net-worth individuals across the UK.

The Role: High-Value Residential Property Transactions

As a Residential Property Associate, you will manage a varied and high-quality caseload, working closely with experienced lawyers on complex transactions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload of high-value residential property transactions
• Advising on freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Handling complex and high-net-worth property matters
• Managing transactions involving:
  • Short and critical timeframes
  • Listed buildings and heritage properties
  • Large land acquisitions
  • Complex financial arrangements
• Maintaining and developing long-term client relationships
• Supporting the wider team’s business development activity
• Contributing to the growth and reputation of the property practice

Team & Environment

You will join a highly regarded Lymington-based Residential Property team, part of a wider Property division led by experienced senior leadership.

The team is known for:

• A strong client-first and relationship-driven approach
• Regular instructions from returning clients and multiple generations of families
• Handling premium, complex property transactions across the UK
• A supportive and collaborative culture with a focus on excellence

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)
• Minimum 2 years’ PQE in Residential Property
• Experience handling high-value residential conveyancing matters
• Strong technical knowledge of:
  • Freehold and leasehold transactions
  • Land Registry procedures
  • Title investigation and reporting
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to manage a busy, high-quality caseload independently

Desirable:

• Exposure to HNW or complex property transactions
• Interest in team development and mentoring junior colleagues
• Experience in business development or client relationship building

Personal attributes:

• Detail-oriented and highly organised
• Proactive and commercially aware
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-first mindset
• Enthusiastic about delivering a premium service

Career Progression

• Clear pathway from Associate to Senior Associate
• Exposure to high-value and complex property work from day one
• Opportunity to develop business development and leadership skills
• Strong support for long-term career growth within the team

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000 – £75,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous holiday allowance
• Structured training and development programme
• Supportive culture focused on work-life balance and wellbeing

Location & Working Arrangements

• Lymington area office
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Full-time role with openness to flexible arrangements

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential conversation.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Senior Associate – Private Wealth

Salary: £75,000 – £95,000 + Bonus

Location: Richmond (Hybrid)

HNW Client Work & Clear Progression Path

Are you a Private Client Solicitor ready to step into a Senior Associate role within a highly regarded, Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked Private Wealth team? This is an opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth individuals on complex, meaningful matters while developing your leadership, client relationship, and business development skills in a supportive, specialist environment.

Our client is recognised for delivering exceptional private client advice to HNW individuals and families, with a strong reputation for quality, empathy, and long-term client relationships.

The Role: High-Quality Private Wealth Advisory Work

As a Senior Associate, you will manage a varied and sophisticated caseload, working with high-net-worth clients across the full spectrum of private client services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising HNW clients on Wills, trusts, estates, and succession planning
• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Handling estate administration, including complex and taxable estates
• Advising on Inheritance Tax (IHT) and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) planning
• Supporting the creation, administration, and winding up of trusts
• Managing your own client relationships as a trusted advisor
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees
• Supporting marketing and business development initiatives

Team & Environment

You will join a highly respected Private Wealth team based in Richmond, known for its technical excellence and client-first approach.

The team advises clients with assets typically ranging from £5m–£20m, offering:

• A collaborative, supportive working culture
• Strong emphasis on client care and long-term relationships
• Exposure to complex, high-value private client matters
• A reputation for being empathetic, practical, and solutions-focused

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Private Client / Private Wealth work
• Strong technical knowledge of:
  • Wills and estate planning
  • Trusts and estate administration
  • IHT and CGT planning
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Experience managing your own complex caseload independently
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills

Desirable:

• Experience with HNW/UHNW clients
• Interest in business development and networking activities
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience

Personal attributes:

• Empathetic and professional approach, particularly with sensitive matters
• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Collaborative, team-focused mindset
• Proactive and commercially aware

Career Progression

• Clear pathway to Legal Director and Partner-level progression
• Opportunity to develop expertise in high-value private wealth planning
• Active involvement in business development and client strategy
• Structured support for leadership and mentoring development

Salary & Benefits

• £75,000 – £95,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working (flexible office/home arrangement)
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Supportive training and development programme
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing

Location & Working Arrangements

• Richmond-based role
• Hybrid working model with flexible office presence
• Full-time position with openness to alternative working arrangements

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential discussion.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Solicitor – Major Trauma Services

Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 + Bonus

Location: Richmond

Unique Specialist Team & Career Development

Are you a Personal Injury Solicitor looking to do more meaningful work while accelerating your career within a truly specialist team? This is a rare opportunity to join a pioneering Major Trauma Services team, working at the forefront of serious injury law and delivering life-changing outcomes for clients from the earliest stages of their recovery.

Our client has developed a unique, holistic approach working closely with major trauma centres to ensure clients receive immediate support, rehabilitation, and expert legal guidance. You will be part of a highly respected, collaborative team that is genuinely focused on improving lives.

The Role: High-Impact, Client-Focused Work

As a Solicitor within the Major Trauma Services team, you will play a key role in supporting clients and their families through some of the most challenging periods of their lives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload of personal injury and trauma-related claims
• Supporting Partners and Senior Associates on complex, high-value cases
• Building strong, empathetic relationships with clients and their families
• Advising on rehabilitation, liability, and compensation strategies
• Liaising with medical professionals, trauma centres, and external experts
• Delivering a highly attentive and client-focused service
• Supporting the development and mentoring of junior team members

Team & Working Environment

You will join a market-leading, specialist Major Trauma team that works closely with healthcare providers to deliver early-stage legal and rehabilitation support.

What sets this team apart:

• A holistic, client-first approach focused on long-term outcomes
• Strong collaboration with major trauma centres and medical experts
• A supportive, team-based structure with hands-on mentorship
• Commitment to organic growth and professional development

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEx (England & Wales)
• 2–4 years’ PQE in Personal Injury (flexibility for strong candidates with relevant experience)
• Experience managing a personal injury caseload
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and client care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work proactively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Desirable:

• Exposure to serious injury or catastrophic injury claims
• Experience working with vulnerable clients and complex cases

Personal attributes:

• Empathetic, resilient, and client-focused approach
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for making a real difference

Career Progression

• Clear pathway from Solicitor to Associate and beyond
• Opportunity to specialise in major trauma and serious injury work
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and development support
• Early exposure to complex, high-value matters

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 – £65,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working with flexibility
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to wellbeing and support programmes
• Supportive culture promoting long-term work-life balance

Location & Working Arrangements

• Richmond area
• Hybrid working model (office/home split)
• Full-time role, with flexibility for alternative working patterns

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Alternatively, apply now to receive further details and arrange a confidential conversation.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Associate – Serious Injury

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 + Bonus

Location: Southampton

High-Value Catastrophic Injury Work

Are you a personal injury lawyer looking to work on genuinely life-changing cases within a highly regarded, specialist team? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading Serious Injury practice handling complex, high-value claims while benefiting from a collaborative team structure and strong long-term career progression.

Our client is recognised for securing multi-million-pound settlements and delivering a truly holistic service to clients. You will be part of a supportive, people-first environment where you can develop your expertise in catastrophic injury work while making a meaningful difference to clients’ lives.

The Role: Complex, High-Value Serious Injury Work

As an Associate, you will work as part of a close-knit team on a range of complex and sensitive matters, gaining exposure to high-quality work from the outset.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting on and managing cases involving:
  • Brain injuries (adult and child)
  • Complex orthopaedic injuries, including amputations
  • Fatal accident claims and inquests
• Supporting senior lawyers on multi-million-pound claims
• Liaising with clients, medical experts, and other stakeholders
• Drafting legal documents, witness statements, and correspondence
• Contributing to case strategy and settlement discussions
• Providing empathetic, client-focused support to individuals and families
• Collaborating within a team-based case handling structure

Team & Working Environment

You will work within a partner-led team model, ensuring exposure to multiple experienced lawyers on each case. This approach offers:

• Access to high-quality work regardless of level
• Ongoing mentorship and support
• A collaborative environment focused on shared expertise and outcomes

The team is known for its holistic, client-first approach, supporting not only legal outcomes but also clients’ long-term care and wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)
• Minimum 4 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) in personal injury
• Experience working within a personal injury or serious injury team
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and case management
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based structure

Desirable:

• Experience handling or assisting on catastrophic injury claims
• Exposure to multi-track or high-value litigation
• Familiarity with medical evidence and expert reports

Personal attributes:

• Empathetic and professional approach when dealing with vulnerable clients
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset

Career Progression

• Clear pathway from Associate to Senior Associate and beyond
• Opportunity to specialise further in catastrophic injury work
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development
• Early exposure to complex, high-value cases

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000 – £75,000 base salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous annual leave
• Access to wellbeing and support programmes
• Supportive culture promoting work-life balance

Location & Working Arrangements

• Southampton office
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Full-time position, with openness to alternative working patterns

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
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