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Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.
We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.
The Role
We have a vacancy for a Solicitor with up to 5 years PQE to join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution Team. The position is full-time and based in our Colchester office and, subject to work commitments, there will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm’s working from home guidelines.
The Team
The Dispute Resolution team is highly driven with plans and the commitment from the Firm to continue to develop. The team has continuously been ranked in Tier 1 of the Legal 500 since for more than 20 years. It currently consists of 9 lawyers split between the 3 offices.
The Dispute Resolution Team provides practical advice to companies, businesses and individuals on the best way of resolving a wide range of disputes including:-
• Contractual claims and debt collection;
• Property disputes;
• Shareholder and corporate disputes;
• Professional negligence claims;
• Partnership disputes
• Insolvency
• Construction
The Candidate
The successful candidate will have proven experience in handling a mixed caseload of commercial and private client dispute resolution work. Ideally you will have experience in dealing with several of the types of dispute referred to above.
You will have the ability to deliver succinct high-quality advice, excellent client and team communication skills, drafting and negotiation skills and a desire to play a key role in the future development of the team.
The role will involve marketing and business development and therefore the candidate must be flexible enough to work outside normal office hours when required and preferably have their own vehicle.
This role is an excellent opportunity for progression. The candidate will be well supported in developing their own caseload and career.
If you believe you have the skills we are looking for please send your CV to:
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 5 December 2021
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Agents please note that we work with a PSL and whilst we consider each candidate and application, please ensure that CV’s are only directed to our HR department. Please refrain from contacting Birkett Long employees.
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FOUR YEAR TRAINING PROGRAMME
Graduate Assistant Financial Planner
Colchester Office
Are you a motivated and dependable graduate seeking to start and build a career in financial planning? We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional candidate to join the Birkett Long IFA team as part of a four-year training programme designed for you to progress through to a Financial Planning Assistant and then qualify as a Financial Planner.
The Firm
Based in Essex, with offices in Colchester, Chelmsford and, Basildon, Birkett Long is focused on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners, and those in our local communities.
Birkett Long is vibrant and dynamic, with people and community at its heart. This manifests in a commitment to investment in staff and technology, charity involvement and service offering.
This is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.
The Role
This is a four-year training programme designed for the successful candidate to progress to an Assistant Financial Planner and then a Financial Planner. The position is full time and will initially be based in our Colchester Office although it may be necessary to work at our other two offices in in Chelmsford and Basildon; therefore, flexibility is essential and the ability to drive would be advantageous. There will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm’s working from home guidelines.
The training will be undertaken within the team for the role, you will be working with other team members and supporting the Financial Planners and Financial Planning Managers. Full training and practical support will be provided with the exceptional backing of one of the leading Law and Financial Services firms in Essex.
The Candidate
You will be a recent graduate, preferably within finance, business, or economics, but this is not essential. You will have a genuine interest in financial planning or have experience within the Financial Services Sector, possess strong attention to detail, and will be seeking to develop your career in financial planning. Previous experience in a Financial Services role would be advantageous but is not essential.
You will show a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service and display a willingness to learn and be flexible and dedicated. Additional study will be required outside of working hours and therefore you must display a can-do attitude, be able to manage your workload and prioritise effectively. You will be supported and encouraged to achieve your goals within the Financial Services Industry.
The ideal candidate will: -
Be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to display empathy.
Have a professional attitude and appearance.
Be competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Be flexible and reliable with excellent organisational skills.
Have the ability to work on your own and as part of a team.
The position is full time and will initially be based in our Colchester Office although it may be necessary to work at our other two offices in in Chelmsford and Basildon; therefore, flexibility is essential.
If you have the enthusiasm and flair for providing exemplary client service and have a real ambition to become a Financial Planner, then please send your CV to: -
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 30 November 2021
NO AGENCIES
Agents please note that we work with a PSL and whilst we consider each candidate and application, please ensure that CV’s are only directed to our HR department. Please refrain from contacting Birkett Long employee
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Financial Services Administrator
Colchester Office
We have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join our Birkett Long IFA team as an Administrator.
The Firm
Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon, and Colchester, Birkett Long is focused on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners, and those in our local communities.
Birkett Long is vibrant and dynamic, with people and community at its heart. This manifests in a commitment to investment in staff and technology, charity involvement and service offering.
This is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.
The Role
The role is to support the Financial Planners and qualified Paraplanners. In addition, the role will include development of our financial software system, therefore industry experience and excellent IT skills would be an advantage.
The position is full time and will initially be based in our Colchester Office although it may be necessary to work at our other two offices in in Chelmsford and Basildon; therefore, flexibility is essential and the ability to drive would be advantageous. There will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm’s working from home guidelines.
Full training and practical support will be provided with the exceptional backing of one of the leading Law & Financial Services firms in Essex.
The Candidate
You will have a genuine interest in Financial Services, possess strong attention to detail, and will be seeking to develop your career in a financial services environment.
Previous experience in a Financial Services administrative role would be advantageous but is not essential.
You will be self-motivated and willing to learn. This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career and therefore a willingness to study outside of work would be advantageous.
You will be able to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a ‘can do’ attitude to work.
You will be competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
If you have the enthusiasm to be part of a well established Financial Advisory Team then please send your CV to:-
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 29 November 2021
NO AGENCIES
Agents please note that we work with a PSL and whilst we consider each candidate and application, please ensure that CV’s are only directed to our HR department. Please refrain from contacting Birkett Long employees.
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Assistant Financial Planner
Are you looking for a career and not just a job? We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional candidate to join the Birkett Long IFA team as part of a two-year training programme designed for you to progress to a Financial Planner.
The Firm
Based in Essex, with offices in Colchester, Chelmsford and Basildon, Birkett Long is focused on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners, and those in our local communities.
Birkett Long is vibrant and dynamic, with people and community at its heart. This manifests in a commitment to investment in staff and technology, charity involvement and service offering.
This is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.
The Role
This training programme is intended to last for a duration of two years however some flexibility with the timetable is possible. The programme is designed for the successful candidate to progress to a Financial Planner. The position is full time and will initially be based in our Colchester Office although it may be necessary to work at our other two offices in in Chelmsford and Basildon; therefore, flexibility is essential and the ability to drive would be advantageous. There will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm's working from home guidelines. The training will be undertaken within the team for the role, you will be working with other team members and supporting the Financial Planners and Financial Planning Managers. Full training and practical support will be provided with the exceptional backing of one of the leading Law and Financial Services firms in Essex.
The Candidate
You will hold the Chartered Insurance Institute Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning or equivalent. You will be motivated and dependable, with strong attention to detail, seeking to develop your career in financial planning. Previous experience in a Financial Services role would be advantageous but is not essential.
You will show a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service and display a willingness to learn and be flexible and dedicated. Additional study will be required outside of working hours and therefore you must display a can-do attitude, be able to manage your workload and prioritise effectively. You will be supported and encouraged to achieve your goals within the Financial Services Industry.
The ideal candidate will:-
Be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to display empathy.
Have a professional attitude and appearance.
Be competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Be flexible and reliable with excellent organisational skills.
Have the ability to work on your own and as part of a team.
If you have the enthusiasm and flair for providing exemplary client service and have a real ambition to become a Financial Planner, then please send your CV to: -
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 29 November 2021
NO AGENCIES
Agents please note that we work with a PSL and whilst we consider each candidate and application, please ensure that CV’s are only directed to our HR department. Please refrain from contacting Birkett Long employees.
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Commercial Real Estate Fee Earner Vacancy
We have a vacancy for a Solicitor/Legal Executive with at least 4 years PQE to join our busy and well respected Commercial Real Estate team. Applicants for this position would be considered on a full time or part time (4 days per week) basis and could be based in either the Colchester, Chelmsford or Basildon office. There will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm's working from home guidelines.
The Firm
Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer. Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.
We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice. We invest in our people and offer genuine career progression for the right candidate.
The Department
You will join a busy and highly regarded team dealing with all aspects of Commercial Real Estate including sales and purchases, investment, secured lending, development, options and conditional contracts and non-contentious landlord and tenant matters.
You will have strong experience in property development and the regeneration process, from site acquisition and site set up to disposals of residential property, commercial property and leisure units with the ability to oversee any related plot sales.
This is an extremely exciting opportunity to grow the teams sub development team and a clear promotion path is available to the right candidate.
The role will involve full marketing and business development and therefore the ideal candidate must be flexible enough to work outside normal office hours when required and preferably have their own vehicle as well as a clean driving licence.
The Candidate
We are looking for an outgoing and enthusiastic lawyer with previous experience in handling and managing their own caseload, appropriate to their level of experience. You will have the ability to deliver succinct, high quality advice with excellent client and team communication skills.
The ideal candidate will have:
• excellent timekeeping and communication skills, both verbal and written;
• a professional approach to work;
• exceptional client care;
• a positive, friendly and helpful approach to being a team player;
• excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet tight deadlines;
• strong attention to detail;
• the ability to work as part of a team as well as on their own;
• IT literacy skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
The ideal candidate will manage their own caseload, appropriate to their level of experience.
Birkett Long offers a competitive package including 25 days holiday, a flexitime system, private health cover and income protection.
If you believe you have the skills we are looking for please send your CV to
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 28 November 2021
NO AGENCIES
Agents please note that we work with a PSL and whilst we consider each candidate and application, please ensure that CV’s are only directed to our HR department. Please refrain from contacting Birkett Long employees.
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Construction Solicitor Vacancy
Chelmsford Office
The Firm
Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.
We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.
Birkett Long offers a competitive package including 25 days holiday, a flexitime system, private health cover and income protection.
The Role
We have an excellent opportunity for a Construction Solicitor ideally with 2-8 years PQE to join our highly regarded multidisciplinary Construction team.
The position is full time and will be based in the Chelmsford office and, subject to work commitments, there will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm’s working from home guidelines.
You will be advising on, drafting and negotiating construction documentation including contracts, sub-contracts, collateral warranties, professional appointments and other ancillary documents. This includes advising on many different standard forms such as JCT and NEC, together with bespoke documentation.
Our clients include developers, consultants, main contractors, and specialist subcontractors. We advise on projects throughout England and Wales as well as abroad. The turnover of companies we act for mainly range between £5 million and £25 million. A lot of our work is on commercial buildings and blocks of apartments. We negotiate appropriate contract documents with funders of our clients. We advise Subcontractors on the proposed amendments to standard form contracts and the risks that are being taken on. We advise on professional appointments and negotiate terms taking into account insurance requirements.
Experience of contentious construction matters would be useful but not essential. A balance of both types of work could be provided but the majority of work would be non-contentious.
We have a good range of core clients who give us repeat work. We also have many clients who we are sure could be developed further. The firm also has expertise in environmental and energy work which we are looking to develop. We have seen substantial growth in construction work over the last 18 months which has already led to successful recruitment. You will be expected to assist with business development to capitalise on and continue the growth of the team.
The Team
The team is multidisciplinary involving dispute resolution, commercial property, employment, development, environmental and energy expertise. You would initially join the highly driven South Essex Dispute Resolution team which includes our Construction lawyers, which is where the current pure non-contentious construction work is undertaken.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will have proven experience (ideally a minimum of 2 years PQE) and enjoy handling a caseload covering non contentious construction work. You will have experience of all the major standard forms of contract as well as bespoke construction documentation.
You will have the ability to deliver succinct high-quality advice, excellent client and team communication skills, drafting and negotiation skills. You will need to use your own initiative and provide good commercial advice to clients. You will be computer literate, able to use a case management system and be able to type.
The role will involve marketing and business development and therefore the ideal candidate must be flexible enough to work outside normal office hours when required and preferably have their own vehicle as well as a clean driving licence.
If you believe you have the skills we are looking for please send your CV to
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 29 November 2021
NO AGENCIES
Agents please note that we work with a PSL and whilst we consider each candidate and application, please ensure that CV’s are only directed to our HR department. Please refrain from contacting Birkett Long employees.
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Trade Mark Attorney
The Firm
Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.
We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.
Birkett Long offers a competitive package including 25 days holiday, a flexitime system, private health cover and income protection.
The Role
We have an exciting new role for a pragmatic and driven Trade Mark Attorney to join our Intellectual Property team in the Colchester office. Applications for the position will be considered on either a full-time or part-time basis. Subject to work commitments, there will be the opportunity for some working from home, if desired, in line with the Firm’s working from home guidelines.
This is a rare opportunity to be a key part of a fast-growing Intellectual Property team within a Legal 500 law firm. The role will involve providing practical advice to a broad portfolio of clients.
Our work matters will suit most technical backgrounds, although it should be emphasised that a grounding in mechanical and low-tech applications will be an advantage; as one would expect, the successful candidate must be willing and able to learn quickly about new, often unfamiliar, technologies.
The Candidate
You will be a fully qualified Trade Mark Attorney with the ambition and commercial acumen to assist in driving and developing the IP department forward.
You will be involved with all aspects of managing the departments portfolio including filing, prosecuting, oppositions and cancellations, advising stakeholders at all levels on IP strategy development, negotiating and drafting of key agreements as well as assisting with queries from the wider legal team and business.
You will be passionate to deliver succinct, high quality advice with excellent client and team communication skills. The ideal candidate will also have an eye for detail, work with high levels of accuracy and possess the ability to work under pressure, prioritising effectively.
The role will involve marketing and business development and therefore the ideal candidate must be flexible enough to work outside normal office hours when required and preferably have their own vehicle as well as a clean driving licence.
HR &L&D Team
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. – 1 Amphora Place, Sheepen Road, Colchester, CO3 3WG
Or alternatively to ****
Closing date for applications is: 29 November 2021
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Should you be interested in applying for a different position with the firm please do feel free to send your CV to Leonie Rides ( ****
) as we are happy to receive personal
applications on a speculative basis.
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