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  Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate - Cambridge / Ipswich / Norwich  

  Birketts

  - Cambridge / Ipswich / Norwich

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate - Cambridge / Ipswich / Norwich PQE: Not applicableTerm Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: PartnerDepartment: Environmental Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. 'Legal Team of the Year 2019' by the Estates Gazettes Awards - We have one of the best regarded and largest dedicated property teams within the country, numbering over 150 specialists. Our Planning and Environmental Team sits within the Property Division and is 20 people strong and growing. We are recognised in both Chambers and Legal 500 as being Top Tier and have been for many years. We are ranked 8th in the country by Planning Magazine 2024. Our lawyers come from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, other major national and regional firms, industry and local government and include individuals with planning, environmental, rights of way, and highways expertise. The depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions on cost effective terms, providing our clients with true value for money and unrivalled expertise.  The team deals with a wide range of planning and environmental work, including complex, high value and high-profile matters. Led by two Partners and supported by a diverse group of lawyers the work of the team includes waste management, environmental permitting, contaminated land, statutory nuisance and habitats and nature conservation. We provide support to other teams with advice and due diligence work as well as carrying out free standing environmental work for a range of clients. Birketts is recruiting for an ambitious, driven and forward-thinking environmental lawyer to come and join our growing Planning and Environmental Team on a permanent basis. The team is spread over four of our offices currently and is expanding so an ability to work across offices and travel from time to time to other offices is part and parcel of how the Team functions. However, it is anticipated you would have a home office in Either Cambridge, Ipswich to enable adequate supervision and a good diverse range of work. You will provide professional, proactive, high level legal support to an allocated group of fee earners and to the wider fee earning team. The role is within a team that manages a diverse caseload of all types of planning and environmental work.  In the main, the role will focus on delivering high quality environmental law advice to our varied clients. Experience of planning law as well as, environmental law would be beneficial, but it is acknowledged that these areas are both broad, wide-ranging but also complex and detailed such that many candidates may only have experience of environmental law. Willingness to learn about planning law and the planning system so far as it is relevant to the environmental work would be required but experience is not essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly regarded, dynamic and growing team dealing with high quality and varied property work. We are looking for: A qualified lawyer with experience in environmental law commensurate with PQE The candidate will be a solicitor, barrister or legal executive Good computer/technical skills in particular working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels of seniority and liaise effectively with other internal departments and external contacts Ability to use discretion Positive and enthusiastic approach to teamwork A flexible, highly motivated, proactive and ‘can do’ working style Self-motivated, ability to use initiative Ability to pay attention to detail and check own work Good organisational skills, able to prioritise, make decisions and work effectively within a sometimes pressurised environment Commitment to ongoing learning and development for yourself and for colleagues Professional Skills To uphold the professional standards set for all lawyers by SRA To adhere to Birketts own Brand Signatures and Values To deliver high quality legal advice An ability to learn the complex and ever-changing law, policy and guidance surrounding environmental law To be responsive, a team player and deliver personal billing and time recording targets. General Approach Show initiative when responding to queries and actively try to seek solutions to problems; To support your colleagues when clients are demanding the work product to be delivered; To support and build working relationships within your own team as well as other colleagues; To effectively liaise with staff from other departments and external contacts as required. To support the Planning and Environmental team in delivering on its strategy for growth and client service excellence To work with colleagues in a productive and collaborative way, supervising those more junior and seeking supervision from those more senior To be competent in a variety of software packages such as Microsoft Word and Excel to produce correspondence and documents, spreadsheets and presentations to ensure relevant documentation is produced to a high standard to meet clients’ expectations and deadlines To be, or become expert in legal software such as Hi Q, Expert Time Recording and Compare Docs To prepare advice and documentation to a high standard and deliver to client demands and deadlines Updating the client on progress when required To proof read all work, checking for spelling and grammar To be involved in business development activities for the Planning and Environment team and the wider firm We are committed to recruiting individuals on merits of suitability for each role, on the basis of qualifications and experience. All applications are treated fairly and equally regardless of sexual orientation, race, disability, religious beliefs and any other protected characteristic, ensuring that there are equal opportunities at all stages of the recruitment process. Benefits One of the best things about joining Birketts is our rewards package. At Birketts we are appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. A competitive salary and benefits package is given but you can also expect a great team and supportive colleagues, a strong focus on diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, a programme of wellbeing and mental health support and structured career development and study support. Starts at 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (rising with service up to a maximum of 30 days). (Senior Associate starts on 30 days FTE) Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare - BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance   - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex membership Electric car scheme Dress for your Day Policy Agile Working Policy 35 hour working week Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Read Less

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  Legal Technology Specialist - Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, Chelmsford  

  Birketts

  - Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, Chelmsford

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Legal Technology Specialist - Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, Chelmsford PQE: Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: Department: Business Systems Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Legal Technology Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background , having worked as a real estate lawyer , and will be passionate about leveraging technology to enhance legal processes and improve efficiency. This role involves working closely with legal teams to understand their needs, demonstrating the capabilities of various tools, and ensuring optimal use of technology within the Division . Legal Background: Experience as a lawyer with a strong understanding of legal processes and workflows, in particular a working knowledge of the processes involved in a variety of real estate transactional work.  Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using legal technology tools and software, able to demonstrate and train others on their use. The firm already uses tools for document automation, title analysis, reporting, and electronic signing and is looking to deploy additional tools that can help improve both the firm’s efficiency and client experience.  Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to identify process inefficiencies and propose practical solutions, including proficiency in data analysis and visualisation tools.  Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with lawyers, partners and technology teams, including effective communication with clients, developers, and organisation leaders.  Project Management: Experience in managing projects and delivering results within set timelines., Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban would be desirable, but we can provide training and support to develop these skills.  Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new technologies and stay updated on industry trends.  Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Ability to assess options, make informed decisions, and find solutions to complex problems.  Technology Integration: Assist lawyers in utilising technology to streamline their workflows, including document management systems, case management software, artificial intelligence, and process automation tools.  Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency within legal teams. Use LEAN principles such as defining value, mapping the value stream and creating flow. Striving for excellence by regularly reviewing and refining workflows to achieve the highest possible quality and efficiency.  Training and Support: Working with the Learning and Development team to provide lawyers with training, guidance, and support on advanced features of legal technology tools, ensuring they are fully equipped to maximise their use.  Evangelism: Inspire legal teams to further embrace new ways of working to improve client outcomes. Promote the use of legal technology within legal teams, running demos and workshops to showcase the benefits of legal tech.  Face-to-Face Interaction: Spend the majority of time working directly with lawyers to understand their challenges and provide tailored process and technological solutions.  Project and Change Management: Manage process and technology-related change within legal teams, working in an agile way, to ensure timely delivery of value to legal teams. Lead change management initiatives within legal teams to ensure the smooth adoption of new technologies and processes.  Cross-Functional Work: Collaborate with the Learning and Development and Technology teams to ensure comprehensive support and training for lawyers while staying current on technology advances and available tools, ensuring alignment with the firm's overall data and technology strategy.  Reporting and Prioritisation: Providing regular updates to the Head of Legal Process Engineering, IT Director, Head of Division and Partners (where appropriate), collaborating with the division’s Technology Steering Group to prioritise work based on the needs of the respective legal teams.  Desirable/Advantageous   Process Modelling: Knowledge of process modelling techniques like BPMN.  LEAN Principles: Familiarity with LEAN principles to ensure continuous improvement and efficiency.  Business Intelligence: Familiarity with BI tools such as Microsoft Power BI.  At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (rising to 30 days) Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme  Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile/Hybrid Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Read Less

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  Solicitor/Associate - Chelmsford  

  Birketts

  - Chelmsford

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Solicitor/Associate - Chelmsford PQE: 3-6Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: Department: Employment Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Our vibrant, energetic Employment Team boasts some of the best lawyers in the business specialising in all aspects of employment law facing a company's board or the HR professional - from everyday operational challenges through to advising on strategic issues. The team currently comprises nearly 40 specialist qualified employment law solicitors, including 10 partners working across six offices, making us one of the larger employment teams in the country. We have the strength and depth of expertise to ensure we deliver the service you would expect in respect of technical quality, practical approach, and timeliness of advice. Birketts employment law team has experience in all areas of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, representing clients from a broad range of public and private organisations as well as individuals and senior executives and we are proud to act for sector leading clients nationwide and some important and high-profile businesses and institutions across a number of key sectors. Ranked 1 tier in Chambers and Legal 500, you will join a highly successful Employment team who is seeing consistent and continuous growth, and which works and collaborates closely as a supportive team of colleagues. Our employment advice is supplemented by a well-developed in-house employment client training offering, a HR consultancy service, a workplace investigations service, an employee incentives group, a team of accredited mediators and an immigration team. Our office in Chelmsford has a highly experienced and dynamic employment team and due to growth, we are now recruiting for a Solicitor or Associate ideally between 0-3 and 3-6 years PQE. Sectors in which we work include education, financial services, construction, transport and private client/agriculture, charities and public sector. Particular areas of expertise sought include: General employment issues ranging from maternity rights to general contractual issues. Drafting service agreements, contracts of employment and staff handbooks Drafting and reviewing employment policies ranging from performance, sickness, and misconduct procedures to maternity and parental leave schemes. Transactional corporate support work Wrongful and unfair dismissal Restrictive covenant enforcement and defence Advice to Executives on joining and exiting appointments Redundancy and restructuring Transfer of Undertakings Awareness of boardroom disputes and severance claims Employment litigation in the employment tribunal Discrimination (including sex, race, disability and age) Trade union work for employers. Professional Discipline and conduct, including advising professional conduct/fitness to practice panels We are looking to recruit an individual who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts’ in the continued growth and development of our Employment practice and to become an essential core member of our team. You will be involved in a range of business development activities, including attending networking and other BD events, supporting on tenders/pitches, and drafting sector-relevant articles for our own and external publications. The role offers future career progression opportunities for the right candidate who demonstrates a strong business case during their career. Excellent training seat or PQE gained within a strong regional, national or city firm. Interest in and aptitude for business development and growth opportunities. A strong drive to produce work/documentation which is consistently of a high standard. To have a flexible approach to work to ensure client deadlines are always met and clients are communicated with on a consistent and regular basis. Knowledge of clientele within Essex/London and the surrounding areas, as well  nationally. The successful candidate will have an exceptional knowledge of the law yet be able to think commercially and analytically to provide accurate and practical advice to a wide range of corporate, education and high net worth individual clients which is tailored to their needs, with an ability to think clearly under pressure and write concisely. You will also be expected to play an active role in marketing and practice development as well as providing a prominent level of service to existing clients.  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated initiative-taker to join a successful and friendly team in our Chelmsford office in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation.  At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (rising to 30 days) Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme  Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile/Hybrid Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Read Less

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  Enterprise Architect - Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich or Norwich  

  Birketts

  - Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich or Norwich

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Enterprise Architect - Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich or Norwich PQE: Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: Department: Business Systems Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The Business Systems team ensures that core business applications and data platforms are reliable, scalable, and aligned with the firm’s objectives. Acting as the link between business needs and technology delivery, the team drives digital transformation, optimises processes, and supports a culture of innovation. The Enterprise Architect  will play a pivotal role in our digital transformation, designing and implementing flexible, scalable solutions that support the firm’s growth and strategic objectives. Working closely with lawyers, clients, internal technical teams and third-party suppliers, the role will deliver cutting edge technology solutions that modernise legacy estates, reduce technical debt and enable outstanding client and colleague experiences. You will have: Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect  (or Solutions Architect) in a digital and/or professional services environment, ideally within legal. Strong grounding in software engineering and system architecture , including cloud (Microsoft Azure), data management and integration patterns. Proficiency with relevant programming languages, frameworks and APIs , and familiarity with DevSecOps practices (CI/CD, IaC, automation). Confidence facilitating workshops  and engaging directly with internal and external clients. Experience working in agile, product led  teams (cross functional delivery, iterative value, metrics). Excellent communication and interpersonal  skills, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders. A problem solving  mindset, able to work autonomously and make sound, evidence based decisions. A strong focus on user experience  and measurable digital transformation  outcomes. Degree helpful but equivalent experience  equally considered. You will be: A clear communicator  who can translate complex concepts into simple, business relevant language. Comfortable working with a broad range of stakeholders, including technical teams and legal practitioners. Curious, analytical and solutions focused , balancing pragmatism with long term architectural integrity. Passionate  about upskilling colleagues and enabling transformation at all levels. Enthusiastic  about digital innovation and continuous improvement. Proactive  in analysing and validating market trends, and championing internal and external client needs Desirable skills and experience: Experience with legal practice management systems , document management systems  and workflow automation . Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric , data analytics  and Business Intelligence . Background in service oriented  and event driven  architectures; API management and microservices. Strong understanding of security , privacy , compliance  and governance  in regulated environments. Hands-on with DevSecOps  toolchains and platform engineering concepts. Agile frameworks such as Scrum  and SAFe . Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF , Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert ). Solution Design: Develop and design innovative technology solutions that address technical debt, modernise legacy systems, and create new digital products and services across both internal and client-facing initiatives. Strategy: Help set and deliver the firm's technology strategy, aligning solutions with business goals and long-term vision. Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation across the firm, encouraging the adoption of new technologies and practices. Empowerment: Assist lawyers in making the most of technology to enhance their practice and deliver world-class legal services. Competitive Advantage: Deliver solutions that provide a competitive advantage, shaping the future of the firm and the wider legal industry. Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to implementation, ensuring best practices and standards are followed. Integration: Ensure seamless integration of new solutions with existing systems and platforms, maintaining data integrity and security. Collaboration: Work closely with lawyers, clients, internal technical resources, and third-party suppliers to understand requirements, gather feedback, and ensure solutions meet business needs. Horizon Scanning: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to leverage new tools and methodologies to enhance our solutions. At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (rising with service up to a maximum of 30 days).  Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme  Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile/Hybrid Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Read Less

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  Product Delivery Team Leader - Ipswich, Chelmsford, Cambridge or Norwich  

  Birketts

  - Ipswich, Chelmsford, Cambridge or Norwich

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Product Delivery Team Leader - Ipswich, Chelmsford, Cambridge or Norwich PQE: Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: Department: Business Systems Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. As the Product Delivery Team Leader, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT products and services, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and quality standards. The Product Delivery Team Leader is responsible for Agile / Scrum methodology and planning activities for the IT roadmap. Driving the IT teams adoption of cross functional ways of working / Agile Squads and growing a team of agile evangelists to support IT and Business Services adoption of Agile ways of working. You will be responsible for ensuring that initiatives and related frameworks are in place and maintained. To understand the SDLC model and specifically, what the activities are to manage an application development implementation. To deliver a solid set of requirements artefacts, to understand the standards, translate business needs into technical requirements, to develop and implement solid test plans and test cases / scenarios and what is required to accurately test all aspects of the system and to maintain detailed and accurate documentation. You will work with the Director of Business Solutions to build a Product Delivery team of Business Analysts, Scrum Masters and QAs. Requires a minimum of Batchelor’s Degree in a Computer Science / Business Analysis or able to demonstrate relevant experience. Strong experience in Agile project management / business analysis within software development projects, or relevant combination of education and experience. You will have lead an agile delivery team and will be able to demonstrate successful delivery over a multi-year period. Thorough working knowledge of the SDLC models / Agile Scrum methodology, IT systems and their direct implementation to projects. Experience in driving business change and in particular in operational models and cross functional working. A strong coaching mindset is essential to invest and grow your team. Leadership and management skills in leading technical personnel through the delivery of software development projects. Strong business and systems analysis skills, test planning and testing skills, troubleshooting skills and experience with numerous technical environments and architectures. Ability to apply common, object-oriented modelling techniques, including UML, use case, activity and sequence diagrams. Experience with requirements management, use case and modelling tools. Demonstrated leadership and attention to detail skills through prior experience at the tactical / implementation levels. Coach and mentor your team members to become evangelists of Agile process. Ensure they are supported and have all they need to thrive and develop in a fast-paced IT change environment. Be central to the agile transformation journey across IT and the wider business services team, helping members of various teams and levels of seniority transition from a Project to Product mindset. Development and management of plans, roadmaps and running our quarterly planning sessions. Define and deliver individual project deliverables as a part of the overall program deliverables, manage the expectations of stakeholders, manage stakeholder relationships, manage agile squads in delivering initiatives, communicate and manage tasks and activities to a schedule with the team, and provide feedback to team members as appropriate. Effectively manage the plan, scope / budget / resource management, time management (activities and task planning), communications, risk management, QA and testing, user training, ongoing maintenance and support. Perform requirements gathering and analytical techniques, interview techniques, data gathering techniques, system documentation, business modelling methods, business process, rules and logic, data gathering to solve complex issues, development of implementation plans, development of requirements and key analytical troubleshooting. Lead the QA function to develop and implement test strategies / plans / scenarios to ensure successful delivery of initiatives. Lend support to various business and technology teams as necessary during delivery. Accurately assess the risks associated with each solution design / initiative. Support the development of team members from a professional and technical level. At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays, increasing by an additional 1 day every 2 years (up to 10 years) Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme  Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile/Hybrid Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Read Less

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  Senior Associate / Legal Director / Partner - Any office  

  Birketts

  - Any office

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Senior Associate / Legal Director / Partner - Any office PQE: Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: Department: Real Estate - Enfranchisement Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Our leasehold enfranchisement practice comprises fee-earners from both the Residential Real Estate team and the Real Estate Disputes team. The Residential Real Estate team comprises 70 members operating out of 6 of our 7 offices. The Real Estate Disputes team comprises of over 40 members operating out of all offices. Our leasehold enfranchisement practice operates on a national basis regardless of the location of the practice members We have a vacancy within the leasehold enfranchisement practice for a Senior Associate or Legal Director who can work across both enfranchisement and leasehold residential real estate matters. The leasehold enfranchisement practice is currently made up of two Partners, five fee earners and one assistant, working alongside a secretarial pool. Together the team advise on all aspects of leasehold enfranchisement, both non-contentious and contentious. Beyond the core practice, there are supporting, specialist fee-earners in our corporate and tax teams, which ensure our clients receive a seamless end-to-end enfranchisement service. To work within the specialist area of enfranchisement and to provide a supporting role to the residential property team on more complex transactional areas such as the disposal of blocks of flats outside the right of first refusal, reviewing the grant of new leases, assisting in the sale or purchase of property with the benefit of a range of enfranchisement claims and to actively grow the enfranchisement sector. Applicants that have experience of the contentious side of leasehold enfranchisement are also encouraged to apply for this role. We are seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director with at least seven years' PQE gained at a strong regional or City firm who focuses primarily on leasehold enfranchisement with a proven ability to meet the demands of all areas of enfranchisement matters, including the cross-over between enfranchisement and residential real estate. Experience in the continuous aspects of enfranchisement is also welcomed. You should also have experience of training and managing junior team members and be willing and able to undertake line-management responsibilities. Your role will have a focus on the development of the practice, and you will therefore provide support to the Co-Heads of Enfranchisement with managing, growing and increasing the visibility of the practice on a national basis. You will have a proven track record of active marketing within this specialist sector and growing new relationships. Ideally, you will have connections (referrers and/or clients) that you can bring to the firm. Responsible for day-to-day management of a caseload including 1993 Act collective enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1967 Act enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1987 Act rights of first refusal Acting for a client base comprising landlords and tenants Providing strategic advice on structuring the grant of leases to avoid the application of the 1987 Act Acting on voluntary lease extension matters both on volume lease extension matters and individual lease extensions Drafting, advising on and implementing participation agreements and deeds of adherence for collective enfranchisement and 1987 Act acquisitions Reviewing and advising on existing leases and the grant of new leases as part of the Residential Property Team’s conveyancing practice Acting on the voluntary disposal or acquisition of blocks of flats Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team with deeds of variation and licences to assign Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team and advising clients independently on licences for alterations Dealing with claim in the First Tier Tribunal and/or Court (desirable but not essential) Actively marketing the sector including regular business development meetings with the sector members, writing articles, commenting on upcoming legislation, etc Attending leasehold enfranchisement training and social events e.g. through ALEP Working alongside and developing relationships with enfranchisement valuers Assisting with the development of processes and precedents within the enfranchisement sector Providing guidance and support to junior practice-members on a cross-office basis including formal training of paralegals At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays  Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme  Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile/Hybrid Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Read Less

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  Associate - Ipswich  

  Birketts

  - Ipswich

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Associate - Ipswich PQE: 3-5Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Monday to Friday - 35 Hrs p/wReports to: Josh RipmanDepartment: Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based across our 7 locations to include Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our next level law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Our CLDR (Commercial Litigation Dispute Resolution) team collaborates with its clients to avoid disputes. Where a dispute does arise, the team will focus on resolving it as swiftly as possible. Our specialist team of over 30 lawyers act for a broad range of clients including high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, SME’s, listed companies and multi-nationals. Our lawyers conduct litigation in the High Court and the Court of Appeal and act for clients in arbitrations and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Our opponents are typically major London and international law firms. We have strong links with proven junior and leading counsel in leading London commercial chambers. Our teams are routinely ranked in the top tier by the legal directories, Legal 500 and Chambers. Indeed, Birketts has more ranked contentious lawyers than any other firm in East Anglia. Interviewees in Chambers (UK 2023) describe the Litigation Team as "at the top of its game". The team prides itself on developing relationships with its clients and resolving disputes quickly and with minimum fuss. Many of the team’s clients are home grown and have been clients of the firm for many years. The team has an expanding international client base. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic market leading team dealing with high quality work. The recruitment of this role is due to growth, we are looking for an Associate Solicitor (around 3-5 years PQE) to cover a broad range of work across the team and contribute more widely to its growth, with 3 solicitors at the 0-2 PQE stage in the Ipswich team. The role can be based ideally in Ipswich, but we will also consider Norwich and Chelmsford with weekly travel to Ipswich to work alongside the team ( travel expenses covered by Birketts).  The CLDR Team are seeking an Associate Solicitor of around 3-5 years PQE with a strong academic background. An interest in and experience of advising on complex commercial disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants and shareholder disputes would be welcomed. The successful applicant will have excellent technical skills, a high attention to detail and will produce work/documentation of a consistently high standard. They will be commercially astute, with a strong client focused approach, and aptitude for business development, be that writing articles or attending networking events. Accountabilities will include but are not limited to: Running and managing files Interacting directly with clients and building the client relationship Assisting senior members of the Team with their cases Using document management, CRM and time recording systems Involvement in Business Development initiatives.  We are committed to recruiting individuals on merits of suitability for each role, on the basis of qualifications and experience. All applications are treated fairly and equally regardless of sexual orientation, race, disability, religious beliefs and any other protected characteristic, ensuring that there are equal opportunities at all stages of the recruitment process. Benefits One of the best things about joining Birketts is our rewards package. At Birketts we are appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. A competitive salary and benefits package is given but you can also expect a great team and supportive colleagues, a strong focus on diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, a programme of wellbeing and mental health support and structured career development and study support. 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays rising with service.  Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare - BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance   - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex membership Electric car scheme Dress for your Day Policy Agile / hybrid working Policy 35 hour working week. Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Read Less

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  Partner / Legal Director - Bristol  

  Birketts

  - Bristol

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Partner / Legal Director - Bristol PQE: Not applicableTerm Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Monday to Friday - 35 HRS p/wReports to: Stefan Harris-WrightDepartment: Construction Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich, Sevenoaks and soon to be Bristol. Birketts has operated a ‘hub’ in Bristol since January 2021, which has acted as a collaborative space for the Southwest-based Partners and lawyers. In line with the firm’s growth strategy and reflecting the dynamic Southwest economy, the firm will establish a full-service presence in Bristol in autumn 2024, providing business and private client services across the region, as well as in the UK and internationally. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Our Construction lawyers are experienced in dealing with both contentious and non-contentious construction matters, acting for a variety of both public and private sector clients, including further and higher education colleges, academies, local authorities, and NHS Trusts, as well as funders, developers, contractors, sub-contractors and consultants. Coming from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, national and regional firms, the depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions and provide a sector-based offering for all our clients. There is a strong team ethos which also means there is support and opportunity across the spectrum, ensuring pastoral support at all levels, mentoring, regular communication and a clear route for advancement. The objective is that colleagues have a clear role but the opportunity to develop and make the role “their own”. The team’s transactional work includes advising on industry standard form contracts (such as JCT, ICE, NEC, GC/Works, ACE, RIBA, RICS), as well as regularly preparing and advising on bespoke forms of contract, specialising in acting for both borrowers and lenders on the construction aspects of real estate finance transactions. The team also has a buoyant and busy construction disputes practice, acting for a wide range of clients in relation to litigation, arbitration, adjudication and all forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution. The team has a national reputation, ranking highly in the legal directories, but with an existing client base focused primarily around London, the M25 corridor and the East of England. With plans confirmed for our Bristol office opening, the Southeast is our next target area. We are seeking a Legal Director or Partner level Construction lawyer with a blended non-contentious and contentious skill set (but would also consider a specialist in either aspect) from a candidate who has +10 years PQE gained within a strong regional, national or City firm. The candidate would ideally have a proven track record of being work generative and of growing / leading a specialist construction team.  You will ideally have an existing client base to transfer and be ready to grow a practice in the Bristol and surrounding areas. Specialist experience of construction law across a broad range of matters is essential. Work includes advising on: Knowledge of the main standard form construction contracts, in particular JCT and NEC. General skills and experience in non-contentious / Transactional construction advice Contentious advice re the typical dispute resolution forums e.g. ADR, mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation. Project support advice for other departments within the firm e.g. real estate, corporate etc. You will ideally have demonstrable experience in a range of specialist sectors, such as: Energy, including renewables and nuclear Public sector, including local authorities Regeneration Infrastructure Social Housing Education Healthcare Housebuilders Supply chain e.g. Main contractors and Subcontractors. You will be entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, ambitious, energetic, and must have specialist expertise in construction law and confident in advising clients directly, to lead on your own matters and build a team of specialist construction lawyers in our new Bristol office over time. You will be involved in a range of business development activities, including attending networking and other BD events, supporting on tenders/pitches, and writing sector-relevant articles for our own and external publications. Strong technical drafting, research and communication skills, with good attention to detail and a commercial/pragmatic approach are essential qualities, as is the ability to deliver a strongly client-focussed service, giving clear, timely and practical legal advice on often complex, technical areas of construction law and regulation. One of the best things about joining Birketts is our rewards package. At Birketts we are appreciative of the people who work for us, and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. A competitive salary and benefits package is given but you can also expect a great team and supportive colleagues, a strong focus on diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, a programme of wellbeing and mental health support and structured career development and study support. Highlighting: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)   Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid ESG day (Environmental, Social and Governance) Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Partner benefits discussed at interview stage. Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application Read Less

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  Partner / Legal Director - Any office  

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  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Partner / Legal Director - Any office PQE: 10 years +Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Monday to Friday - 35 HRS p/wReports to: Lisa HaywardDepartment: Employee Incentives Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks, and we are delighted to share the opening of a new office in heart of Bristol city centre in the Autumn of 2024. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations, charities and other not-for-profit organisations, and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our next level law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Birketts is recruiting for a talented Partner or Legal Director, ideally with 10+ years PQE to come and join a phenomenally successful, leading corporate division, collaborating specifically with the Employee Incentives team, who are looking for extra resource to take forward ambitious plans in connection with the growth strategy. The Employee Incentives team is led by our Partner Lisa Hayward. This specialist division advises a range of clients from start-ups to internationals, including listed companies.  Our work includes advising on: The selection, design and implementation of equity and cash incentive arrangements for employees to maximise their engagement. HMRC approved and tax efficient share plans including EMI, CSOP, SIP and SAYE. Bespoke growth share plans, nil paid plans and LTIPs. Employee benefit trusts The effect of existing arrangements in relation to terminations and corporate transactions. The team also has national reputation for advising founders, trustees and executives in relation to Employee Ownership Trusts.  We are seeking an individual who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts in the continued growth and development of our Employee Incentives practice. This is a great opportunity to be a key member of a highly successful and ambitious Employee Incentives team which forms part of the Corporate Tax Team (ranked as Tier 1 in Legal 500).  You will support growth in Bristol and the development of the Corporate/Corporate Tax teams more generally. This will involve a range of business development activities, including attending BD events, networking, supporting on tenders/pitches and preparing thought leadership content for Birketts publications. Qualifications / Experience: Minimum 8 years PQE Good level of experience as an Employee Incentives practitioner Experience of managing client relationships at a high level A keen interest in team management and development Experience of business development and seeking growth opportunities.  We are committed to recruiting individuals on merits of suitability for each role, on the basis of qualifications and experience. All applications are treated fairly and equally regardless of sexual orientation, race, disability, religious beliefs and any other protected characteristic, ensuring that there are equal opportunities at all stages of the recruitment process. Benefits One of the best things about joining Birketts is our rewards package. At Birketts we are appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. A competitive salary and benefits package is given but you can also expect a great team and supportive colleagues, a strong focus on diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, a programme of wellbeing and mental health support and structured career development and study support. 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays rising with service.  Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare - BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance   - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex membership Electric car scheme Dress for your Day Policy Agile / hybrid working Policy 35 hour working week. Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. 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  Senior Associate / Legal Director - Ipswich  

  Birketts

  - Ipswich

  Posted: 24/11/2025

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  Senior Associate / Legal Director - Ipswich PQE: Term Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Reports to: Department: Banking and Finance Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich, Sevenoaks and Bristol. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Birketts is now recruiting for an ambitious, driven and forward thinking qualified Solicitor, ideally with 6+ years PQE with a Banking and Finance background, to come and join our Ipswich office on a full time, permanent basis.  You will join a highly successful Banking and Finance team, who are seeing substantial growth, and are looking to broaden its offering out into the South East of England. The Banking and Finance team is led by our Partner Alex Schaafsma, who along with other team members will guide and support you throughout your career at Birketts LLP. The team's expertise covers a variety of different types of banking and finance areas including: Syndicated and bilateral conventional lending Property finance, including advising on funding acquisitions of land, investment property and development/construction Education loans and housing association finance Acquisition Finance Re-financings, restructurings/work-outs Private finance and loan arrangements Asset finance/asset backed lending. To lead in the establishment of the Banking and Finance offering in our Ipswich office by building relationships and a team to service the East Anglian region of England. In addition, you will be expected to provide assistance to the entire team and its growth. Work includes: Drafting, negotiating and agreeing finance documentation – both facility agreements and security documents using both LMA documentation and Birketts’ own precedents. Drafting, negotiating and agreeing ancillary documentation such as fee letters, undertakings and corporate authorities. Managing transactions and liaising with other team members on larger transactions. Building a banking and finance presence for Birketts in East Anglia through Business Development. Senior Associate/Legal Director level appointment will be expected to have strong technical skills and be able to work with minimal supervision.  All candidates will be expected to have a desire to grow a practice and build relationships.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone to grow a business in a very supportive environment. At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme  Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Paid CSR Day Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Subsidised gym membership Electric car scheme Agile/Hybrid Working Policy Dress for your Day Policy Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Read Less

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