Inquest Solicitor

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Inquest Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their team in a fantastic opportunity. The role involves advocating for clients in Article 2 inquests and providing expert legal guidance on funding. You will play a crucial role in a supportive environment that values employee input and offers a profit-sharing scheme, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Profit sharing scheme

Holiday entitlement starting at 23 days

Professional development opportunities

Free conveyancing after 1 year

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Significant inquest experience.
• Knowledge of Article 2 inquests and LAA funding.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in inquests, including Article 2 inquests.
• Provide expert advice on funding options.
• Conduct investigations and prepare detailed submissions.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Client care

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Inquest Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join my clients highly regarded firm in their Leeds, West Yorkshire offices on a Hybrid basis.

My client is a 100% employee business. This means their employees can influence the future of the business and play a key part in the success and profitability with an additional financial benefit of a profit sharing scheme.

Role Overview

This role would be suited to an experienced Inquest Solicitor or Legal Executive with expertise in handling inquests, including those involving Article 2 and Legal Aid Agency (LAA) funding.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inquest law and be committed to providing exceptional legal representation

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in inquests, including Article 2 inquests.
• Provide expert advice on LAA funding and other funding options.
• Conduct thorough investigations and prepare detailed submissions.
• Liaise with coroners, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure the highest standards of legal practice and client care.
  
  

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with significant inquest experience.
• Knowledge of Article 2 inquests and LAA funding.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to client-focused service.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Profit sharing scheme (tax-free on payments up to £3,600 per year), subject to 12+ months employment at the end of the calendar year.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 23 days, increasing to 26 days after 1 year and 31 days after 5 years’ service (pro-rata for part-time employees).
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Free conveyancing on your main residential property after 1 year’s employment.
• A free will after 1 year’s employment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Regular social events including summer BBQ and a Christmas party.
  
  

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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