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Legal : Qualified vacancies

Associate, Housing and Regeneration (Litigation), Leeds (Ref 1013)
Solicitor, Commercial, Walton Summit/Manchester (Ref 985)
Associate/Senior Associate, Commercial, Walton Summit/Manchester (Ref 984)
NQ Solicitor, Housing and Regeneration (Property) (Ref 979)
Solicitor, Commercial Property (Ref 968)
Solicitor, Housing and Regeneration (Property), Walton Summit (Ref 938)

Associate, Housing and Regeneration (Litigation), Leeds (Ref 1013)

Associate Solicitor – Housing and Regeneration (Litigation)

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Role
Forbes Solicitors are looking for an Associate Solicitor to join the Housing and Regeneration (Litigation) Team at our Leeds City Centre Office. This is a full time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at Leeds with the option for hybrid working available.

This is a great opportunity for a Solicitor to progress their career and bring their experience and knowledge to a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-pace, customer focus and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based.

Responsibilities

Within this varied and busy role, your duties within the team will consist of all aspects of housing litigation work and building relationships with clients nationally.  This will involve managing a busy caseload of housing disrepair claims, possession claims and other housing litigation matters.  There will also be an opportunity to be involved in drafting tenders, attending tender interviews, staff management, client management, delivering client training and delivering staff training.

Organisation
Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.

Benefits
We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Applying
If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors please do head to our website to learn more about us. You can apply for this role on the website here - Vacancies at Forbes Solicitors.

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:

  • Have demonstratable experience as a qualified Solicitor or FCILEX in litigation;
  • Housing Litigation and/or property litigation experience would be advantageous but is not essential;
  • Have excellent client care skills;
  • Have proven experience of providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of Conduct;
  • Be IT competent;
  • Have the ability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets;
  • Have proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines;
  • Have excellent writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability.

Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 07 July 2022

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Solicitor, Commercial, Walton Summit/Manchester (Ref 985)

Forbes Solicitors has a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor to join our growing Commercial Team at either our Oak House office, Walton Summit or at our Deansgate, Manchester office.

Within this varied and busy role, your duties within the team will consist of all aspects of complex commercial work and building relationships with our growing client base across the north west, doing trade nationally and internationally.  Duties will involve assisting and advising on client projects, drafting, reviewing and negotiating on a wide variety of agreements and contractual documentation to a quality standard.  Work may also include working as part of a team assisting clients in the identification, protection and exploitation of intellectual property rights.

Working within a busy Commercial team, the successful applicant will:

  • Be self-sufficient, having 3 years PQE in a commercial department, however, those who either have less or greater post qualification experience will be considered;
  • Have commerciality and business development experience;
  • Be degree level qualified and LPC certificated or FCILEX:
  • Have excellent client care skills;
  • Have proven experience of providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of Conduct;
  • Be IT competent;
  • Have the ability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets;
  • Have proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines; and
  • Have excellent writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability.

Candidates must have a full UK driving license and access to a car as travel may be required throughout the Northwest region.

The hours will be 9.00am until 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week although part-time applications will also be considered.  Hybrid working is available.

About the Firm

Forbes Solicitors has a growing team of over 360 employees across our 11 offices and we are a full-service law firm.

We are looking for standout candidates to join the Forbes family, an individual looking for a firm with a difference, with real people, and, a firm, who by working together, stands out.

We are looking for someone who displays our values.  Specifically, someone who can and wants to excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.  If these values resonate with you and this is the type of firm you would like to be part of, then we would like to receive your application.

What we can offer you in return:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Forbes Solicitors is an accredited Investors in People firm, is committed to training and developing its staff and has won an employer award for its commitment to staff training & development.

Forbes Solicitors is a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Organisation

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 21 July 2022

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Associate/Senior Associate, Commercial, Walton Summit/Manchester (Ref 984)

Forbes Solicitors has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Solicitor to join our growing Commercial Team at either our Oak House office, Walton Summit, based in the heart of Lancashire or at our Manchester office.

Within this varied and busy role, your duties as an Associate/Senior Associate within the team will consist of all aspects of complex commercial work and building relationships with our growing client base across the north west, doing trade nationally and internationally.  Duties will involve assisting and advising on client projects, drafting, reviewing and advising on a wide variety of agreements and other contractual documentation to a quality standard.  Work may also include working as part of a team assisting clients in the identification, protection and exploitation of intellectual property rights.

Working within a busy Commercial team, the successful applicant will:

  • Ideally have 6 years plus PQE in a commercial department, however, those who either have less or greater post qualification experience will be considered and are encouraged to apply;
  • Have commerciality and business development experience;
  • Be degree level qualified and LPC certificated or FCILEX:
  • Have excellent client care skills;
  • Have proven experience of providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of Conduct;
  • Be IT competent;
  • Have the ability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets;
  • Have proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines; and
  • Have excellent writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability.

Ideally Candidates must have a full UK driving license and access to a car as travel may be required throughout the Northwest region, however, not essential.

The hours will be 9.00am until 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week although part-time applications will also be considered.  Hybrid working is available.

About the Firm

Forbes Solicitors has a growing team of over 360 employees across our 11 offices and we are a full-service law firm.

We are looking for standout candidates to join the Forbes family, an individual looking for a firm with a difference, with real people, and, a firm, who by working together, stands out.

We are looking for someone who displays our values.  Specifically, someone who can and wants to excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.  If these values resonate with you and this is the type of firm you would like to be part of, then we would like to receive your application.

Forbes Solicitors is an accredited Investors in People firm, is committed to training and developing its staff and has won an employer award for its commitment to staff training & development.

What we can offer you in return:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

If you would like to join this progressive Firm, please apply online at www.forbessolicitors.co.uk or send covering letter and CV to the hr@forbessolicitors.co.uk email.

Forbes Solicitors is a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Organisation.

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 25 July 2022

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NQ Solicitor, Housing and Regeneration (Property) (Ref 979)

NQ Solicitor/Legal Executive – Housing and Regeneration (Property) – Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm – Walton Summit

Role
Forbes Solicitors are looking for a newly qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Housing and Regeneration (Property) Team. This is a full time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at our Gordon House office, Walton Summit, with the option for hybrid working available.

This is a great opportunity for newly qualified Solicitor to progress their career and expand on their current experience and knowledge by joining a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-pace, customer focus and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based.

The role will involve undertaking a range of Development Property work primarily for our housing sector clients and will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:

  • Dealing with a broad range of Development transactions for the Firm’s Housing Association clients;
  • Drafting and negotiating on matters such as: sale and purchase contracts, conditional agreements, development agreements, section 106 agreement variations, overage agreements and forward funding arrangements;
  • Advising on acquisitions and disposals of development sites and all related documents
  • Developing relationships with clients including delivering training to clients;
  • Advising on landlord and tenant issues, stock transfers, grant funding, site set-ups, supported living and charging transactions.

Organisation
Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.

Benefits
We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Applying
If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors please do head to our website to learn more about us. You can apply for this role on the website here - Vacancies at Forbes Solicitors.

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:

  • NQ Solicitor level or approaching qualification with experience in Property;
  • Degree Level Qualified and LPC Certificated or CILEX Qualified;
  • Good client care skills, providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of Conduct;
  • Strong IT skills;
  • Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets;
  • Proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines;
  • Good writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability.

This position would be ideal for a newly qualified Solicitor who wants to develop their skills and knowledge within the Property Development team, however, the Firm will consider applications from those who have post qualification experience.

Candidates must have a full UK driving license and access to a car as travel may be required throughout the Northwest region and as required to service our national Housing and Regeneration client base.


Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 25 July 2022

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Solicitor, Commercial Property (Ref 968)

Forbes Solicitors has a fantastic opportunity for up to two Commercial Property Solicitors to join our busy Commercial Property Team at our Gordon House office based in the heart of Lancashire.

Forbes Solicitors has a growing team of over 360 employees across our 11 offices and we are a full-service law firm. 

We are looking for standout candidates to join the Forbes family, an individual looking for a firm with a difference, with real people, and, a firm, who by working together, stands out. 

We are looking for someone who displays our values. Specifically, someone who can and wants to excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.  If these values resonate with you and this is the type of firm you would like to be part of, then we would like to receive your application.

Within this role, your duties will include:

  • Advising on landlord and tenant issues;
  • Drafting and negotiation, from both the tenant’s and landlord’s position, of the following commercial property documentation;
  • Dealing with a broad range of Commercial Property matters, which includes sales and commercial purchases, banking and finance leasing and asset management;
  • Dealing with other property matters such as refinancing, site acquisitions for development, easements, overage payment issues and options to buy/sell.
  • Commercial property due diligence.

The successful candidate will work on their own caseload and will receive support from the team’s dedicated paralegals.

Working within the Commercial Property Team the successful applicant will ideally have:

  • NQ Solicitor level with experience in Property, however, those who either have greater post qualification experience will be considered;
  • Degree Level Qualified and LPC Certificated;
  • Good client care skills, providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of Conduct;
  • Strong IT skills
  • Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets
  • Proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines
  • Good writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability

Based in the heart of Lancashire, the successful candidate will be providing services to our strong commercial client base who reside across Lancashire and ideally will have strong local connections to the Lancashire area, however, not essential for the role.

The hours will be 9.00am until 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week.

What we can offer you in return:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits  (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents)
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Forbes Solicitors is an accredited Investors in People firm, is committed to training and developing its staff and has won an employer award for its commitment to staff training & development.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 25 July 2022

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Solicitor, Housing and Regeneration (Property), Walton Summit (Ref 938)

Forbes Solicitors has a fantastic opportunity for a Property Development Solicitor to join our busy Housing and Regeneration (Property) Team at our Gordon House office based in the heart of Lancashire.

Forbes Solicitors has a growing team of over 360 employees across our 11 offices and we are a full-service law firm. 

We are looking for standout candidates to join the Forbes family, an individual looking for a firm with a difference, with real people, and, a firm, who by working together, stands out. 

We are looking for someone who displays our values. Specifically, someone who can and wants to excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.  If these values resonate with you and this is the type of firm you would like to be part of, then we would like to receive your application.

The role will involve undertaking a range of Development Property work primarily for our housing sector clients.

Within this role, your duties will include:

  • Dealing with a broad range of Development transactions for the Firm’s Housing Association clients;
  • Drafting and negotiating on matters such as: sale and purchase contracts, conditional agreements, development agreements, section 106 agreement variations, overage agreements and forward funding arrangements;
  • Advising on acquisitions and disposals of development sites;
  • Developing relationships with clients including delivering training to clients;
  • Advising on landlord and tenant issues, stock transfers, grant funding, site set-ups, supported living and charging transactions.
  • The successful candidate will work on their own caseload and will receive support from the team’s dedicated paralegals.

Working within the Housing Development Team the successful applicant will ideally have:

  • At least 1-2 years PQE as a Property Solicitor, however, those who are either newly qualified or have greater post qualification experience will be considered. 
  • Degree Level Qualified and LPC Certificated
  • Good client care skills, providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of Conduct
  • Strong IT skills
  • Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets
  • Proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines
  • Good writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability

Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and access to a car as travel may be required throughout the Northwest region and as required to service our national Housing and Regeneration client base. 

The hours will be 9.00am until 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week.

What we can offer you in return:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits  (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • BUPA (Solicitor Positions Only, for self, not dependents)
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

 

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 28 July 2022

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Forbes Solicitors is an Equal Opportunities Organisation

 

Legal : Non-qualified vacancies

Paralegal, Wills, Tax, Trust and Probate, Walton Summit, Preston (Ref 1012)

Paralegal, Wills, Tax, Trust and Probate, Walton Summit, Preston (Ref 1012)

Paralegal – Wills, Probate, Tax and Trusts– Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm – Walton Summit

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Role
Forbes Solicitors are looking for a Paralegal to join the Wills, Probate, Tax and Trusts Team at our Walton Summit Office. This is a full time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at our Walton Summit offices with the option for hybrid working available.

This is a great opportunity for someone to start their career progress or progress in their current career and bring their experience and knowledge to join a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-pace, customer focus and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based.

The role will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:

  • working alongside other solicitors, partners, and paralegals
  • having direct communication with clients and third-party professionals
  • helping to prepare documentation
  • taking instructions and legal research
  • using the Firm’s case management systems
  • assisting on files generally

Organisation
Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.

Benefits
We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Applying
If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors please do head to our website to learn more about us. 

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:

  • ideally hold the LPC or CILEx qualification (or equivalent), or hold other further education qualifications (e.g. LLB, A Levels)
  • previous legal experience as a Paralegal– desirable
  • have an interest in long term development / progression in the department
  • have the ability to work unsupervised and good self-motivation skills
  • have the ability to work as part of a team and be reliable and enthusiastic
  • good IT skills
  • excellent written communication skills
  • the ability to touch type would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given

Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 03 July 2022

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Forbes Solicitors is an Equal Opportunities Organisation

 

Support staff vacancies

Legal Cashier/Purchase Ledger Clerk, Finance, Blackburn (Ref 1015)
New Business Assistant, Marketing and Business Development (Ref 1006)
IT Support Engineer, Rutherford House (Ref 1001)

Legal Cashier/Purchase Ledger Clerk, Finance, Blackburn (Ref 1015)

Legal Cashier/Purchase Ledger Clerk – Finance – Rutherford House, Blackburn, Full Time

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Role
Forbes Solicitors are looking for a Legal Cashier/Purchase Ledger to join our Finance Team at our Head Office based in Blackburn. This is a full time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at our Rutherford House Office.

We have an exciting opportunity of a hybrid role that will encompass both legal cashier and purchase ledger duties, working with both the legal cashier team and finance function of the firm. This new role will be ideal for a candidate with either legal cashier or purchase ledger experience, looking for career development opportunities; allowing the candidate to build upon their experience and influence and develop working processes.  Full support will be given to help embed the ideal candidate into the role.

The Legal Cashier responsibilities will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:

  • Undertaking daily banking functions
  • Preparing online electronic bank transfers, CHAPS, BACS and Faster
  • Bank Reconciliation - Client & Office
  • Client ledger reconciliations
  • Administration of petty cash
  • Processing of client and office accounting transactions including postings.
  • Processing client to office transfers
  • Complying with SRA rules
  • Month End SRA Compliance Folder
  • Answer internal and external accounts queries

The Purchase Ledger responsibilities will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:

  • Matching and coding purchase invoices and expense clams
  • Identifying and resolving discrepancies prior to payments to suppliers
  • Reach out to various departments to resolve any disputed claims
  • Setting up of new suppliers
  • Completing period end supplier statement reconciliations to ensure accounts are accurate

Organisation
Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.

Benefits
We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Applying
If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors please do head to our website to learn more about us. You can apply for this role on the website here - Vacancies at Forbes Solicitors.

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:

Essential

  • Previous experience as a Legal Cashier or a Purchase Ledger clerk
  • Excellent numeracy skills
  • Attention to detail and be able to work effectively, prioritising tasks by importance of completion in order to meet deadlines
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team, providing cover where necessary

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of accounting processes
  • Experience working as a legal cashier with knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
  • Experience of Excel
  • Previous experience of a case management system, preferably Partner for Windows
  • Experience of identifying areas for improvement and implementing change


Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

 

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 13 July 2022

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New Business Assistant, Marketing and Business Development (Ref 1006)

New Business Assistant, Marketing and Business Development, Northgate, Blackburn, Ref 1006

Role
Forbes Solicitors are looking for a New Business Assistant to join the New Business Team at our Northgate Office. This is a full time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at our Blackburn Office with the option for hybrid working available.

The New Business team focuses on providing potential new clients with informed and professional responses to new enquiries by telephone and e-mail.  The department’s primary focus is to build trust and have empathy with all clients, in order to provide a professional service, based on the clients’ individual circumstances, with the aim of building a long-lasting relationship with every client.

New Business within the Firm can be generated from clients making initial enquires either via the telephone or online.  As a new enquiry is received, it is important to quickly identify the facts of the enquiry and to record the information received accurately into our internal system.  It is important when talking to the client that we gain information that is relevant, in order to accurately assess how the Firm as a whole may be able to assist them and to clearly articulate how this will happen.

The new enquires received into the department vary hugely, and therefore, the successful applicant will need to have excellent listening and communication skills, a confident telephone manner, along with the ability to empathise with each client.  The successful candidate will need to be able to ensure that all relevant information is accurately recorded and build their knowledge accordingly, to identify the correct form of assistance the Firm can provide and successfully convert this into New Business for the Firm.

The New Business department is an extremely busy environment and therefore, every team member must have the ability to work under pressure, have a ‘can do’ attitude, be highly responsive and be able to work independently and manage their own workload.

Organisation
Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.

Benefits
We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Applying
If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors please do head to our website to learn more about us. You can apply for this role on the website.

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:

  • 5 GCSEs graded between 9 - 4, including Maths & English Language, or equivalent;
  • Good interpersonal, organisational and IT skills including a working knowledge of MS applications;
  • Previous customer service and telephone experience;
  • A willingness to learn to touch type and develop skills as they progress within the Firm;
  • Have the ability to work with initiative;
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, i.e. grammar;
  • Be an effective and supportive team player.


Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

 

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 01 July 2022

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IT Support Engineer, Rutherford House (Ref 1001)

IT Support Engineer – IT - 9:00 to 17:30 – Rutherford House, Blackburn

Role
Forbes Solicitors are looking for an IT Support Engineer to join the IT Team at our head office in Blackburn. This is a full time role working 38.75 hours per week, Monday- Friday, based at Rutherford House with the option for hybrid working available.

This is a great opportunity for an IT Support Engineer to progress their career whilst bringing their experience and knowledge in to a collaborative and professional team. Whilst the role will be working to the fast-pace, customer focus and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based.

The role will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:

  • To install, maintain and support all software and hardware used within the Firm
  • To contribute fully to achieve the IT Dept annual plans and to its continuing development
  • To carry out tasks either individually or as part of a team
  • To manage your personal time to ensure that agreed workloads are completed satisfactorily and to target
  • Servicing the whole Firm and providing a professional IT service

In addition to this, the successful candidate will be a part of a rotating 1 week ‘out of hours’ on-call rota.

Organisation
Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally. We have offices across the North but our roots are firmly based in Lancashire. Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are looking for someone who displays our values; specifically someone who can excel, is engaged, is a real person, displays fairness in all they do and has a one team ethic.

Benefits
We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including:

  • Competitive Salary;
  • 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);
  • A day off for your Birthday;
  • Ongoing Training and Development;
  • Progression Opportunities;
  • Company Pension;
  • Service Awards;
  • Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services)
  • Other Employee Discounts;
  • Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C’s);
  • Annual Events.

Applying
If you are interested in this role specifically or just working at Forbes Solicitors please do head to our website to learn more about us.

We will be progressing applicants to the next stage based on applications demonstrating the following the knowledge, experience and skills:

  • 5 GCSEs A to C, or equivalent, including Maths, English Language and ICT
  • Further IT qualification, i.e. B-TEC/Degree (Desirable)
  • good interpersonal and organisational skills
  • technical experience ideally in a support environment
  • a clean driving licence and access to a vehicle - Essential - travel will be required to service the firms other offices in the Lancashire, Manchester and Leeds area (*If you have a disability that prevents you from driving please specify so we can assess what reasonable adjustments can be made.)

The successful candidate will also receive on the job training.

Forbes is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and accredited to Investors in People and ISO 9001 quality management systems. We support the principle of equal opportunities in relation to any opportunities which we might provide through the engagement of employees; the provision of services to clients; and the appointment and engagement of suppliers. We are committed, wherever practicable, to maintaining a workforce which broadly reflects the local community in which we operate.

Due to the large number of applications we receive for each vacancy we will only be able to contact you if you have been successful in your application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, you will unfortunately not have been shortlisted for the post.

If you wish to join this progressive Firm, please apply online by completing our online application form.

Closing Date: 01 July 2022

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Forbes Solicitors is an Equal Opportunities Organisation