ABOUT US NEWS & ARTICLES EMAIL US MAKE AN ENQUIRY Bower Bailey Our Team For Business For Individuals What our Clients Say Careers Contact Us Current vacancies Home > Careers Career Development What Our People Say Current Vacancies Trainee Solicitors Private Client Oxford Post: Private Client (Full Time ) Experience: PQE NQ – 1Year Salary: According to Experience We are looking for an enthusiastic dynamic individual to join the Private Client Department at Bower Bailey Solicitors. The person appointed will: Be Newly Qualified to 1 year PQE with relevant experience in the field of Private Client work (Solicitor or CILEX); Have essential experience in drafting and dealing with Wills, LPAs and the administration of straightforward estates with minimum supervision; Be conscious of the need to build relationships to develop the Private Client Department; Essential Skills: The appointed person must: Have excellent organisational skills; Possess impeccable drafting skills; Have a proven ability of working to deadlines; Be able to work independently but also with the other members in the Team; Be personable and have good interpersonal skills; Have good IT skills, preferably with experience on case management systems; Salary and benefits: We are a friendly firm with a flexible approach. This is a Full-Time position Salary according to experience. 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays. We look forward to hearing from you. Application: In writing with CV by email to Sally Bailey. Email: sbailey@bowerbailey.co.uk Residential Conveyancing Secretary Swindon Post: Residential Conveyancing Secretary (Full Time) Experience: Legal Secretary Experience in Conveyancing preferred Salary: Competitive & according to Experience Full-time Residential Conveyancing legal secretary. Previous legal secretarial experience preferable. We are looking for an experienced residential Conveyancing Secretary to join our current outstanding support staff team at Bower Bailey Solicitors. The role will be based in Swindon. It is a friendly, but extremely busy office. The person appointed will: Have a track record of previous experience in Conveyancing Be keen to work in a busy, dynamic office; Demonstrate they can work independently but also as part of a Team; Be prepared to work flexibly within the office environment; Have a proven track record of working within a legal environment in a secretarial capacity in a private solicitors’ firm or with an In House legal team. Essential skills and Requirements of the role: Exceptional secretarial/IT/audio and support skills; Outstanding verbal and written communications including use of the telephone; Proficiency in the use of English; both grammar and spelling; Ability to work quickly, accurately, to deadlines and under pressure; Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision on occasions; Experience of using case management systems ( NB: training will be provided for our specific system); Excellent interpersonal skills, understanding the need for discretion; A friendly approachable personality to facilitate the link between fee earners, clients and third parties; Professional, personal presentation Salary and Benefits: The position is offered on a Full-Time basis. Salary according to experience 25 days holiday per annum plus normal bank holidays Pension Application: In writing with CV to Stephanie Nunley Email: snunley@bowerbailey.co.uk Solicitor for Residential/commercial Conveyancing Witney Post: Full – time Solicitor for Residential/commercial Conveyancing Experience: PQE 3- 5 years ( preferably the latter) Salary: According to Experience We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join the Conveyancing Team at Bower Bailey Solicitors. The person appointed will: Be qualified with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 5 years post-qualification experience in the field of primarily commercial conveyancing (Solicitor or CILEX) with a willingness to undertake some residential work; Be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and technical expertise in dealing with a commercial property conveyancing caseload ( and some residential), with minimum supervision; Be able to work independently but also with the other members in the Team; Be able to generate their own referrals Help evolve a marketing strategy for the Conveyancing Team; Be fully engaged with the firm’s marketing strategy and be prepared to attend marketing events in a post COVID-19 environment, produce marketing literature etc. Essential Skills: The appointed person must: Have excellent organisational skills; Have a commercial and creative mindset; Have a proven ability of working to deadlines; Have good IT skills, preferably with experience on case management systems; Have a track-record of producing effective marketing campaigns and relationship building to introduce new work into the department; Have an ability to generate their own client base. Salary and benefits: The position is offered on a Full-Time basis. The appointed person will be based at our offices in Witney. We are a friendly firm with a flexible approach. Salary according to experience. 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays. Pension Application: In writing with CV by email to Sally Bailey. Email: sbailey@bowerbailey.co.uk Risk and Compliance Solicitor Oxfordshire Location: Oxfordshire Post: Risk and Compliance Solicitor – full time Experience: A minimum of 5 years PQE Salary: Competitive and according to experience Bower Bailey is well respected regionally and has a friendly, flexible approach. We are seeking an experienced individual to join and support our Risk and Compliance team. Initially, this would be in the role of an assistant working closely with the Risk and Compliance Partner. For the right person there will be career progression as it forms part of a succession planning strategy. Ideally we would like to attract a lawyer with previous fee earning experience, who now has a background in risk and compliance or has solid experience in a fee-earning role and would like to change their work dynamic. It could be someone with the requisite experience in either private practice or an in-house role. The successful candidate may be from a large regional or London firm who wishes to join a progressive, forward thinking firm which is based in a part of the country offering a good life/work balance. The role The appointed person will: Preferably have experience of fee earning legal work; Preferably be qualified with at least 5 years PQE ; Work independently but also with other members in the team; Be experienced in the following areas of legal compliance work: SRA Standards and Regulations, the SRA Code of Conduct in particular; Money Laundering Regulations, Proceeds of Crime Act and AML compliance generally; Data Protection; Risk management generally. Be prepared where necessary to draft and implement policies and procedures; Be expected to assist the Risk & Compliance Manager with: updating policies and procedures, terms of business, engagement letters etc.; maintaining the firm’s central registers; preparing and delivering risk and compliance training; day to day queries on conflicts of interest/confidentiality, professional; ethics/conduct and risk management generally; source of funds/wealth checks. Essential skills: The appointed person will: Demonstrate technical proficiency in all aspects of the law and regulations involved in the above work. Be confident in their analysis of, application and approach to the law and regulations; Possess a practical, problem solving attitude; Have a solution based focus; Possess good drafting skills; Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively; Be confident enough to work independently; Have proven ability to work to deadlines; Have excellent, verbal and written communication skills; Demonstrate good IT skills, preferably with experience in case management systems. Salary and benefits: The position is offered on a full-time basis. There will be the following benefits: Salary according to experience but will be competitive. 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays. Pension scheme. The role presents an ideal opportunity for an enterprising individual to progress their career, having accumulated the above skills experience to date. Application: In writing with CV by email to: Sally Bailey. Email:sbailey@bowerbailey.co.uk Private Client Banbury Location: Banbury Post: Private Client (Full Time) Experience: PQE NQ – 4 years Salary: According to Experience We are looking for a dynamic individual who is at the outset of their career and wishes to join a firm which will nurture their abilities, assist them to progress to make a success of their chosen discipline. This role is based in our friendly Banbury Office. The potential candidate must be motivated and with an eye for detail. They should possess the ability to build a good rapport, particularly with clients; as this role involves looking after and supporting the elderly. The Role: The successful candidate will: Ideally have up to four years’ PQE in the field of Private Client work (Solicitor or CILEX), but newly qualified will be considered; Need to demonstrate experience in drafting and dealing with Wills, LPAs and the administration of straightforward estates with minimum supervision; Have some experience of trusts, tax, HNW or Court of Protection work; Be working towards STEP but this is not a necessity; Be conscious of the need to build relationships to develop the Private Client Department; Essential Skills: The appointed person must: Possess excellent time management and organisational skills; Have a proven ability of working to deadlines; Demonstrate they can work independently but also with the other members in the Team; Be personable and have good interpersonal skills; Have a good working knowledge of the basic IT packages, preferably with experience on case management systems; Salary and benefits: We are a friendly firm with a flexible approach. This is a Full-Time position. It is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a successful career swiftly. Competitive Salary, according to experience. 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays. Application: In writing with CV by email to Phil Cooksey. Email: pcooksey@bowerbailey.co.uk Civil and Commercial Litigator Banbury Post: Civil and Commercial Litigator – Full time Experience: Preferably 3 – 7 years PQE Salary: Competitive and According to Experience We are looking for an ambitious, experienced Litigation Solicitor for our Banbury Office. The Role The person appointed will: Be qualified with a minimum of 3-7 years’ post-qualification experience in the field of Civil & Commercial Litigation; Be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and technical expertise in dealing with a mixed Civil & Commercial Litigation caseload, with minimum supervision; Experience in ADR is essential; Have the ability to manage a small team and delegate as necessary; Be able to work independently but also with the other members in the Team; Wish to grow and be part of the expansion of the litigation department at Banbury; Help evolve a marketing strategy for the Litigation Team, particularly at the Banbury office. Essential Skills: The person appointed must: Demonstrate they have sound competency in Litigation; Possess excellent organisational skills and a keen eye for detail; Have a commercial and creative mindset; Display a proven ability of working to deadlines; Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and display the ability to form a good working rapport with clients and third parties; Demonstrate good strategic and negotiation skills, together with resourcefulness and exemplary drafting ability; Play an integral role in a busy team which deals with a varied and wide range of commercial and civil disputes on behalf of both businesses and individuals; Support the team with a case load which includes but is not limited to: , property litigation, breach of contract, company/ commercial, construction, insolvency and commercial debt recovery disputes; Advise clients on all aspects of Civil & Commercial litigation, including contractual advice and negotiation; Understand and apply conflict of interest regulations and rules as necessary, and act with integrity; Have good IT skills, preferably with experience on case management systems; Have a willingness to create opportunities for relationship building in order to introduce new work into the department; Have an ability to generate their own client base; Have a proven track record of billing; Salary and benefits: The position is offered on a Full-Time basis. The appointed person will be based at our offices in Banbury. We are a friendly firm with a flexible approach. Salary according to experience. 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays. Pension. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to develop their career further. BowerBailey believes in rewarding hard work. Apply with CV in writing to: Sally Bailey. email:sbailey@bowerbailey.co.uk Private Client Swindon Post: Private Client (Full Time) Experience: PQE 2-4 years Salary: According to Experience We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join the Private Client Department at Bower Bailey Solicitors Swindon office. The person appointed will: Be qualified with a minimum of two and up to four years’ post-qualification experience in the field of Private Client work (Solicitor or CILEX); Have essential experience in drafting and dealing with Wills, LPAs and the administration of straightforward estates with minimum supervision; Find experience of trusts, tax, HNW or Court of Protection work an advantage; Find working towards STEP an advantage but not a necessity; Be conscious of the need to build relationships to develop the Private Client Department; Essential Skills: The appointed person must: Have excellent organisational skills; Have a proven ability of working to deadlines; Be able to work independently but also with the other members in the Team; Be personable and have good interpersonal skills; Have good IT skills, preferably with experience on case management systems; Salary and benefits: We are a friendly firm with a flexible approach. This is a Full-Time position Salary according to experience. 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays. Pension. Application: In writing with CV by email to Stephanie Nunley. Email: snunley@bowerbailey.co.uk Company/Commercial Solicitor Oxfordshire Post: Full time Experience: Preferably around 5 years PQE but flexible Salary: Competitive and According to Experience We are seeking a dynamic, experienced individual to join our Company/Commercial Department. BowerBailey is well respected regionally and has a friendly, flexible approach. Ideally we would like to attract an ambitious solicitor from a large regional or London firm who wishes to join a progressive, forward thinking company; situated in a part of the country offering a good life/work balance. The Role A solid background and experience in a mix of general company and commercial work. The types of work will include but are not limited to: Commercial contracts, Agreements, Company and Partnership, Transactional, M&A, SME, Joint Venture and Financing, Restructures and Start Ups The Person The appointed person will need to demonstrate technical proficiency in all aspects of law involved in the role; The role requires someone who will excel at managing, sustaining and developing client and other business relationship. You will be confident enough to work independently but also as part of a team. We expect you to demonstrate a commercial approach but also to have a creative mind set and an ability to work collaboratively; You will be keen to build on your role by developing business contacts on behalf of the department and wider firm as necessary. The successful individual will find that in working at any of our offices they will be engaged with good quality work, an interesting mix of clients and part of a talented team of lawyers who are supported by experienced friendly staff. Our Oxfordshire Offices Each office is in a modern building with plenty of space. The surrounding areas have much to offer to support a good work/life balance. Geographically, Oxfordshire is well placed to reach many parts of the country easily. Oxford is well known for its history, architecture and academic life, supporting a fast and ever growing business community. Witney is a thriving market town; undergoing expansion due to new housing, bringing with it new businesses and business parks. Our staff say they love working there, as most have no more than a 15 minute commute; there are no traffic jams to endure and much countryside to admire as it is on the edge of an ANOB – the Cotswolds. Banbury is not just known for cakes and nursery rhymes. Business of every kind has continued to grow alongside the major communication hub of the M40, linking the local community to London and Birmingham, whilst allowing them to enjoy the local countryside which extends into leafy Warwickshire. This role presents a real opportunity for an enterprising individual keen to progress their career; enhancing and assisting in the expansion of the existing company and commercial team. Application: In writing with CV by email to Sally Bailey:sbailey@bowerbailey.co.uk. Please also feel free to request a job specification. Future vacancies Enthusiastic? Ambitious? If so, consider contacting us. We employ across a broad range of specialisations and we are always pleased to hear from suitably qualified applicants. If you can’t see a role you are looking for or you would like to be considered for future roles we always welcome speculative applications, so please send your CV and a covering letter to: Mr Trevor Harrhy, Practice Manager Willow House, 2 Heynes Place, Station Lane, Witney. OX28 4YN or click here to e-mail him. Back To Top Print This Page Disclaimer Privacy notice Terms of use Site map SRA Code of Conduct for Firms Terms of business Cookie policy Visit our Linkedin page © 2021 Bower Bailey. All rights reserved. Bower Bailey is a trading name of Bower & Bailey LLP, which is a Limited Liability Partnership registered in England & Wales under number OC353093 and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. SRA number 534676. Site by Click Design & Web We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. OK Read More