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Geldards LLP is a leading regional law firm with offices in Cardiff, Derby, Nottingham and London. We are seeking a Solicitor to join our Commercial Property (Networks) team to support a diverse client base from our Nottingham office.

• Work as a key member of a large team to deliver deadline‑driven completion outputs.
• Deal with complex, high‑profile transactions.
• Proactively assist colleagues with matter queries and intervene where required.
• Gain confidence and trust of clients and colleagues.
• Act as a quality control champion.
• Act with honesty and integrity, as stipulated in the SRA Handbook and Code of Conduct.
• Maintain competence and knowledge by keeping abreast of changes and developments in the law.
• Identify, interpret and apply relevant legal principles.
• Analyse problems, highlight risk areas and think critically to resolve issues.
• Deal promptly with correspondence and client enquiries.
• Achieve chargeable hours and financial targets.
• Provide expert legal advice in a timely and cost‑effective manner in accordance with professional standards, compliance and internal quality requirements.
• Deal courteously and promptly with any instructions or queries arising.
• Develop and maintain good client relationships and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing and new clients.
• Participate in marketing activities as requested, including attending seminars, client training or events, writing articles for publication, etc.
• Train and supervise paralegals, act as a mentor and ensure their continuous learning development and progression.
• Check relevant legal documentation of paralegals relating to transactions.
• Maximise the firm’s potential to cross‑sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities.
• Contribute to tenders for new work in conjunction with other fee earners and Business Development team.
• Actively monitor and review own development needs to ensure professional skills are developed, up to date and comply with Solicitors Regulation Authority requirements.
• Any other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade and post.

• Qualified Solicitor or MCILEX / FCILEX with interest in utilities work.
• Strong commercial property background.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritise workloads and work under pressure.
• Ability to communicate confidently with both clients and all department levels across the Firm.
• Computer literate.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as using own initiative.
• Ability to provide support and guidance to junior members of the team, with the assistance of senior members.
• Project a professional image at all times.

• 35‑hour working week – Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to a maximum of 30 days for additional years of service).
• A day off on your birthday each year (or closest working day).
• Life Assurance (x3 times salary).
• Pensions Scheme (Legal and General).
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme Telephone Line.
• Salary Sacrifice Options (including Cycle to Work Scheme, additional pension contributions and annual leave purchase options).
• Staff Legal Services Discounts.
• Working in a team that is consistently reviewing the best ways to develop and train and help you achieve your goals.

If you would like to have a confidential discussion about your career and next move, or have any questions please feel free to contact careers@geldards.com.

We are committed to ensuring that the organisation removes any unnecessary barriers to the employment of any individual. We recognise that when you are living with a disability, chronic illness or neurodiversity having some form of reasonable adjustment, whether physical or extra time for written tasks for example can allow you the opportunity to compete on equal terms. If you are subsequently invited for an interview, are there any adjustments we can make to the recruitment process to make it better or more accessible to you? If so, please feel free to let us know!

Established over 100 years ago in Wales, we are a strong and successful full‑service national law firm. From our offices in Cardiff, Derby, Nottingham and London, our team of over 320 talented individuals support a broad range of clients throughout the UK, Europe and internationally. We are an open and friendly business with unshakeable integrity, nurturing technically gifted, committed and responsible individuals. We aim to develop long‑term, mutually beneficial relationships with all our clients.