Careers

Trainee Conveyancers at Start Real Estate Academy

For the first time ever we’re offering an exciting alternative route into a career in conveyancing. We’re launching a Start, a new real estate training academy that will remove traditional barriers young people can face when starting a legal career.

Position:                     Trainee Conveyancer in Real Estate Team

 Location:                   Training at Wakefield, post training at any one of our 8 sites

 Responsible to:       Partner in Charge

 Hours:                        Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Start offers a great opportunity for you if you’re aged 19+ and looking for your first move into conveyancing. Our goal is to grow our 70-strong Real Estate Team and lead the future of the industry.

What are we looking for?

The aim of the academy is to attract new trainees w ho may otherwise not have the chance to move into a real estate role, because many firms are focused on recruiting experienced staff.

Having an existing legal qualification has been a barrier to entry for too long. And can hinder business progression. We want to change that and welcome you if you’re a law grad, college leaver and school leaver with or without legal qualifications to help you become great conveyancers.

What we offer

Start will offer a new ‘fast-track’ learning and development programme (over 8 weeks instead of a minimum of 12). It will be delivered by the Chadwick Lawrence experts and consist of classroom-based training in all areas of conveyancing law, client management, and working on live cases, from their Paragon Business Village Wakefield office.

Training will cover:

• An Introduction to Conveyancing
• Working in a legal firm
• How to communication internally and externally
• Managing your time/day effectively
• Understanding policies and procedures
• Client care/customer service
• Legal jargon
• Conveyancing, from start to end

At the end of the course, graduates will receive a formal qualification and join the Real Estate Team. There you’ll work you’ll own caseloads with fully structured personal development plans and one-to-one manager support.

We hope to have this programme accredited at a future date.

Apply now!

If you are contemplating the next step in your career and are interested in this opportunity please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to us at  [email protected]

Please note that, due to a high number of applications, we cannot contact every candidate. If you have not heard from the Firm within 2 weeks, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. 

Trainee CILEX Paralegal Opportunities

Rather than attending university, we offer an attractive alternative route into the legal profession that allows you to earn while you learn, giving the perfect opportunity to get some real, hands-on experience.  In short, a trainee at Chadwick Lawrence has the best of both worlds.

Position:                     Trainee CILEX Paralegal Opportunities

Location:                    Dependent on candidate

Responsible to:        Line Manager

Hours:                         Full time – 37.5 hours per week

We understand that a career in law should be as unique as the individual undertaking it. There should be no tired formula for selection to the role and the path to success can and should mean different things to different people.   It’s for these exact reasons that we’ve set out to be one of the most sought-after legal employers in the North by crafting a unique blend of personal and professional benefits that allow each member of the team to progress in the direction they desire.

Chadwick Lawrence is an award-winning law firm with offices across West Yorkshire. We commit to a Chadwick Lawrence Way of working and a set of values which are at the heart of everything we do and our interaction with others, creating an enjoyable working environment.

What are we looking for?

If you are looking for an opportunity to begin a career in Law, are a hardworking team player with an enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment, then look no further!

We are seeking A level (or equivalent) students, for paralegal training roles at several of our West Yorkshire based offices.  You must be keen to learn and have a proven academic record and grades at GCSE & A Level. We have an excellent training programme to facilitate your learning and career progression, supported by a funded academic qualification to degree standard (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) and on the job learning in a variety of legal disciplines, to support your studies.  If you have a can-do positive attitude and are open to a challenge, then we can support your career development as you build on the skills and qualifications that you have already obtained.  If you have good communication skills, can use your own Initiative, prioritise your work and have excellent IT skills, then we would like to hear from you.

What we offer.

We offer a competitive salary and additional benefits package and a supportive working and social environment. Chadwick Lawrence offer flexibility around working hours.   The role will be subject to studying for a CILEX qualification, either by classroom attendance or distance learning.  All costs associated with training and study material will be paid for by the company, including paid time off for study leave and exams.

Apply now!.

If you are contemplating the next step in your career and are interested in the opportunities we have to offer, then please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to the HR Team at  [email protected]

Please note that, due to a high number of applications, we cannot contact every candidate. If you have not heard from the Firm within 2 weeks, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. 

Commercial Property Vacancies

Chadwick Lawrence is an award-winning law firm with offices across West Yorkshire. We commit to a Chadwick Lawrence Way of working and a set of values which are at the heart of everything we do and our interaction with others, creating an enjoyable working environment.

Position:                     Qualified fee earner (various levels of PQE)

 Location:                    Wakefield/ Leeds

 Responsible to:        Partner in Charge

 Hours:                          Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Salary:                          Dependent on experience

What are we looking for?

We are seeking several qualified Commercial Property fee earners, at various levels of PQE to join our busy team based in our Wakefield or Leeds City Centre offices, undertaking a wide range of high-quality transactional work for both local and national clients to include sales & purchases, refinancing, landlord & tenant work, acting either for landlord or tennant, together with acquisition and disposal of development land. All levels of experience and qualification will be considered.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a supportive working and social environment. Chadwick Lawrence offer flexibility around working hours and/or hybrid working.

Apply now!

If you are contemplating the next step in your career and are interested in the opportunities we have to offer then further details of all our vacancies can be found on our website or alternatively please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to us at  [email protected]

Please note that, due to a high number of applications, we cannot contact every candidate. If you have not heard from the Firm within 2 weeks, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. 

Graduate Opportunities

Chadwick Lawrence is an award-winning law firm with offices across West Yorkshire. We commit to a Chadwick Lawrence Way of working and a set of values which are at the heart of everything we do and our interaction with others, creating an enjoyable working environment.

Position:                     Graduate Trainee

Location:                    Dependent on candidate

Responsible to:        Line Manager

Hours:                         Full time – 37.5 hours per week

We understand that a career in law should be as unique as the individual undertaking it. There should be no tired formula for selection to the role and the path to success can and should mean different things to different people.  It’s for these exact reasons that we’ve set out to be one of the most sought-after legal employers in the North by crafting a unique blend of personal and professional benefits that allow each member of the team to progress in the direction they desire.

What are we looking for?

If you are looking for an opportunity to progress your legal career, are a hardworking team player with an enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment, then look no further!

We are seeking graduates who are keen to learn and have a proven academic record for a number of paralegal roles within our business, both in our client and commercial teams. We have an excellent training programme to facilitate your learning and career progression within law.  If you have a can-do positive attitude and are open to a challenge, then we can support your career development as you build on the skills and qualifications that you have already obtained.  If you have good communication skills, can use your own Initiative, prioritise a busy workload and have excellent IT skills then we would like to hear from you.

What we offer.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a supportive working and social environment. Chadwick Lawrence offer flexibility around working hours and/or hybrid working.

Apply now!.

If you are contemplating the next step in your career and are interested in the opportunities we have to offer then further details of all our vacancies can be found on our website or alternatively please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to us at [email protected]

Please note that, due to a high number of applications, we cannot contact every candidate. If you have not heard from the Firm within 2 weeks, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. 

Part Time Telephonist

 Chadwick Lawrence is an award-winning law firm with offices across West Yorkshire. We commit to a Chadwick Lawrence Way of working and a set of values which are at the heart of everything we do and our interaction with others, creating an enjoyable working environment.

Position:                     Part time Telephonist

 Location:                    Huddersfield

 Responsible to:        The Reception Manager

 Hours:                         Part time – 22 ½ hours per week over 3 days, Wednesday Thursday & Friday

Salary:                         National Living Wage

About the role

Chadwick Lawrence is recruiting for a Telephonist to work as part of the team. Initially the role will be based at the Huddersfield office with a hybrid approach considered after successful induction and training.

Candidates must show a pro-active, professional, and friendly attitude and demonstrate the highest standards of customer care.  Excellent communication skills together with the ability to process calls quickly and efficiently are essential.  The telephone system used by the firm is 3CX for which training will be given.

Previous experience of working in a legal environment is desirable, but not essential.  Applicants must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Outlook.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

Applications for this position, including CV and accompanying letter should be sent to [email protected]

Please note that, due to a high number of applications, we cannot contact every candidate. If you have not heard from the Firm within 2 weeks, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. 

Administration/Secretarial Role

Chadwick Lawrence is an award-winning law firm with offices across West Yorkshire. We commit to a Chadwick Lawrence Way of working and a set of values which are at the heart of everything we do and our interaction with others, creating an enjoyable working environment.

Position:                   Administration/Secretarial Role

Department:             Probate

Location:                  Huddersfield Office

Responsible to:      Partner in Charge

Hours:                       Part time 20 hours per week over 4 or 5 days

Salary:                       £Negotiable dependent on experience

About the role

The firm seeks an experienced legal secretary to work in our busy Probate Department

Duties will include audio typing (through Big Hand) and copy typing of letters, memos and documents using SOS Management System. Other duties will include diary management, general administration and liaising with clients and professionals, either in person or via the telephone.

You should have excellent communication and keyboard skills, be a team player and able to prioritise the demands of your workload in a busy office environment.

Secretarial experience is required with Probate experience preferred.

To apply, please send your CV by e-mail to [email protected]

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it may not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. 

Assistants (from entry level) Residential Conveyancing

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Conveyancing Department seeking Assistants (from entry level) to join the Team

Position:                 Assistants (from entry level) Residential Conveyancing

Location:                Various Sites

Responsible to:   Team Leader

Hours:                      Full time 37 ½ hours per week

Salary:                     Competitive – negotiable dependent on experience

Chadwick Lawrence is recruiting multiple assistant positions within the Conveyancing Department.

We are recruiting at all levels including Administration Assistants, Trainee Assistants, and Conveyancing Assistants with experience.

We are looking for hard working team players, who have a passion for client care, and those who are enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking candidates who are keen to learn and have a proven academic record. We have an excellent training programme to facilitate learning and career progression, so if you have a “can-do” positive attitude, and are open to a challenge, then we can give you the legal skills to succeed in this varied and rewarding role. We welcome applications from people of all abilities including those who may be seeking a career change.

Candidates will either know how to, or could be shown how to, work as part of a team and support our Conveyancers in everyday tasks such as dealing with general queries, assisting with completions, conducting searches, typing various letters, liaising with clients, solicitors, referrers and estate agents.

The successful applicant must be able to work on their own initiative and prioritise a busy workload.  Good communication skills are essential.  A working knowledge of SOS or other case management system is desirable but not essential.

Applications should be in writing to [email protected]

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application.

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it is not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Paralegal – NQ Solicitor – Family Department

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Family Department seeking an experienced Paralegal/NQ Solicitor to join the Team

Position:                 Paralegal/NQ Solicitor – Family Department

Location:                Wakefield Office

Responsible to:   Partner in charge of the Department at the Wakefield Office

Hours:                      Full time 37 ½ hours per week

Salary:                     Competitive – negotiable dependent on experience

Chadwick Lawrence is seeking an experienced Paralegal or Newly Qualified Solicitor to work in our growing Family Department

Candidates should be ambitious and enthusiastic with approximately 1 to 3 years’ experience.  Candidates should be capable of working with a degree of autonomy and possess the drive to succeed.  The Firm is offering an attractive benefits package with the possibility to progress and develop within the Firm.

The successful candidate will work on a range of private client matters including divorce, financial matters and children’s cases, some of which will be complex in nature.  Additionally, you will have experience of working independently running or assisting with high-value divorce/ancillary relief matters.

Applicants must demonstrate good team working skills and an ability to work with other family fee earners within the Company.

The successful candidate must be personable, demonstrating good communications skills and be flexible in their approach to work.

We provide a supportive environment for career development, offering exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are looking to recruit and develop talented people to achieve their potential – and who will help us achieve ours in return

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities

To apply, please send your CV with a covering letter to [email protected]

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application.

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it is not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application, please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Experienced Fee Earner – Probate Department

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Probate Department seeking an experienced Fee Earner to join the Team.

Position:                               Experienced Fee Earner Probate Department

Location:                              Bradford        

Responsible:                      Partner in charge of the Department

Salary Details:                   Competitive £ negotiable dependent upon experience

Hours:                                    Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Chadwick Lawrence is recruiting for an experienced person to work in its Probate Department across various sites.

Candidates should be ambitious and enthusiastic with experience of working in a busy Probate Department with the opportunity for flexible hybrid working. Candidates should be capable of working with a degree of autonomy and possess the drive to succeed.  The Firm is offering an attractive benefits package with the possibility to progress and develop within the Firm.

The successful candidate will work on a range of private client matters including Wills, Lasting Power of Attorneys, Tax/Trust work and Probate. Applicants must demonstrate good team working skills and an ability to work with other probate fee earners within the Company.

The role also includes marketing of the firm’s services within the community and business generation.  The ability to network and create business contacts is essential.

The successful candidate must be personable, demonstrating good communications skills and be flexible in their approach to work.

We provide a supportive environment for career development, offering exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are looking to recruit and develop talented people to achieve their potential – and who will help us achieve ours in return.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV  to [email protected]

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application.

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it is not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Lawyer – Corporate Department

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Corporate team seeking a Corporate Lawyer to join the Team.

Position:                   Lawyer Corporate Department 

Location:                  Leeds (with flexibility as to partial WFH)

Responsible to:     Partner in Charge

Hours:                        Full-time (job share considered)

Salary:                       £ negotiable, dependent upon experience

About us

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Corporate team.

Our multi-disciplinary team works with local, national and international clients from a broad range of industries to deliver a range of specialist legal services. Our Corporate team undertakes various corporate, commercial and finance work at all levels. We pride ourselves on offering sound commercial advice; working with our clients to provide exceptional solutions for every aspect of their corporate and business law requirements.

We provide a supportive environment for career development, offering exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are looking to recruit and develop talented lawyers to achieve their potential – and who will help us achieve ours in return.

About the role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate lawyer to work within our growing Corporate team, primarily based at our Leeds Office but with scope to work partly from home if this is desirable.

Ideally suitable for someone with 3+ years of experience of Corporate work, although consideration will be given to applicants who otherwise demonstrate the skills and experience we are looking for.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and ambitious lawyer who wants to develop their technical and commercial skills further through working on a wide range of quality instructions. Your caseload will include all areas of business law, in particular leading on transactional corporate work, but also complex group re-organisations, shareholder agreements and general corporate advisory.

Applicants should possess the following skills and experience:

• 3+ years’ experience working in corporate law within a law firm or in house
• strong IT skills
• a high degree of initiative and the ability to manage your time and your workload effectively
• excellent communication skills and a desire to use these to promote the team and the firm both internally and externally
• a willingness to learn, to drive your own career progression and to be proactive in achieving this

Additional Information

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV and an accompanying letter to [email protected]

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application. It is not always possible to reply to each applicant individually. If you do not therefore hear from the firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

Fee Earner – Residential Conveyancing Department

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Residential Conveyancing Department seeking a Fee Earner to join the Team.

Position:                   Fee-earner Residential Conveyancing Department

Location:                  Negotiable

Responsible to:    Team Leader

Hours:                        Full-time 37½ hours per week

Salary:                       Competitive – negotiable dependent upon experience

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to work within our residential conveyancing team.

Working in all aspects of residential conveyancing work, including sale, purchase, freehold and leasehold work.  Applicants must be confident in dealing with their own high-volume caseload and working cohesively within a team, as well a being able to work with minimum supervision.  A working knowledge of SOS or other case management system to prepare and process letters and forms correctly is desirable.

The successful applicant will be required to generate revenue through business development and be able to demonstrate strong client management skills. This opportunity would be ideal for someone with over 3 years’ technical experience within residential conveyancing and who is proactive in approaching the local market and developing new business for the Firm.

We provide a supportive environment for career development offering exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth

We are looking to recruit and develop talented people to achieve their potential and who will help us achieve ours in return.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV and an accompanying letter to [email protected]

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application.

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it is not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

NQ Solicitor – Criminal Law Department

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing Criminal Law Department seeking a NQ Solicitor to join the Team.

Position:                   NQ Solicitor – Criminal Law Department

Location:                   Huddersfield/Halifax Office

Responsible to:      Partner in charge of the Department

Hours:                         Full time 37 ½ hours per week

Salary:                        Competitive – negotiable dependent on experience

Chadwick Lawrence is seeking a newly qualified solicitor to work in our growing criminal law team.

The successful applicant will receive training in criminal law with an emphasis on motoring law matters.  The applicant does not therefore need to have experience in criminal law but will need to display a willingness to complete train and develop in this area. Training will also be given on conducting hearings in the Magistrates Court and the applicant must again be willing to develop this experience.

The role will involve preparing and conducting cases in the Magistrates Court, the Crown Court as well as PACE interviews on occasion.  We only accept private paying instructions and there is no Legal Aid work. As such there is no requirement for regular out of hours police station attendance or court work although some out of business hours work may be required albeit on an infrequent basis.

The department also deals with general commercial regulatory work and the applicant will gain experience and develop expertise in these areas, as well as some intellectual property work and sports law. This is with a view to running such matters without supervision in the future.

This role will involve working with high quality clients with a varied case load. Our recent clients include several high-profile athletes and sports organisations.  Our team is expanding rapidly. We are a friendly, proactive team who wish to invest in the successful applicant to become a long-term member of this close-knit team.

We are looking for a candidate who will enjoy business development activities with strong IT skills.

The role will be based in both of our Huddersfield and Halifax offices.  The applicant will also be required to attend our other offices, be able to travel to court and to client meetings at client premises.

We provide a supportive environment for career development, offering exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are looking to recruit and develop talented people to achieve their potential – and who will help us achieve ours in return

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities

To apply, please send your CV with a covering letter to [email protected]

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application.

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it is not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application, please presume that you have been unsuccessful.

New Build Sales Team – Conveyancing Fee Earner and Assistant Roles

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and growing New Build Sales Department seeking an experienced Conveyancer to join the team as well as having an Assistant role also available

Position:              Conveyancing Fee Earner and Assistant Roles

Location:             Wakefield Office

Responsible to:  Head of Newbuild Sales

Hours:                   Full-time, 37½ hours per week

Salary:                   Competitive – negotiable dependent upon experience

An opportunity has arisen within the Commercial Property Department at our Wakefield office in our Newbuild Sales Team.  Dealing primarily with developers, new build sales and part exchange purchase and re-sales but from time to time to assist the Team with some residential conveyancing matters including sale, purchase, freehold and leasehold work.

Experience within residential conveyancing is preferred but not essential for the role of Assistant

We provide a supportive environment for career development, offering exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are looking to recruit and develop talented people to achieve their potential and who will help us achieve ours in return.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer.  Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV and an accompanying letter to [email protected]

We would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your application.

Due to a high volume of applications for this role it is not possible to reply to each Applicant individually.

If you do not therefore hear from the Firm within 2 weeks of your application please presume that you have been unsuccessful.