ABOUT US 

Switalskis is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.

Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield.  Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

THE ROLE 

We are looking for an experienced Residential Conveyancer / Fee Earner to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established firm that prides itself on delivering high-quality legal services, excellent client care, and a supportive team culture.

In this role, you will manage a caseload of residential property transactions from start to finish, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for clients. You will work closely with colleagues, clients, and third parties to provide expert advice and maintain the firm’s strong reputation.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors to ensure transactions progress smoothly.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Conducting property searches and investigations to identify any potential issues.
• Keeping clients updated throughout the process and providing expert guidance when needed.
• Maintaining accurate records using the firms case management system.

We are open-minded regarding experience and will assess CVs and suitability for the role on an individual basis. To be successful we’d like to see some of the following:

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in residential conveyancing with the ability to manage your own caseload.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent client care and communication skills, with a focus on delivering a high-quality service.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to handle transactions independently.

This role is offered on a Hybrid basis from our offices in either Sheffield, Knaresborough, Wakefield or Huddersfield.

Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact

Recruitment@Switalskis.com

ABOUT US 

Switalskis is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.

Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield.  Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

THE ROLE 

We are looking for a Professional Support Lawyer to join our Clinical Negligence Strategy & Professional Support Team. This exciting role will provide essential support to our Clinical Negligence department, as well as other Claimant departments (Child Abuse, Brain & Serious Injury, and Personal Injury) when needed. The main objective of the role is to review department precedents and work with the wider teams to monitor and update the knowledge library.

We’re flexible on location across Yorkshire, and are happy to consider both full-time and part-time candidates.

If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

 Key Responsibilities:

·       Keep the Clinical Negligence department updated on court forms, fees, and relevant guides

·       Assist in developing and drafting precedents, templates, and legal documentation that align with current law and best practice

·       Provide ad-hoc advice and support to various departments, including Child Abuse, Brain & Spinal Injury, and Personal Injury

·       Contribute to and maintain resources on SwitsHub, our intranet Knowledge Base

·       Support project work and assist in the delivery of departmental strategy and risk management priorities

We are open-minded regarding experience and will assess CVs and suitability for the role on an individual basis. To be successful we’d like to see some of the following:

Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury litigation
• Expert understanding of civil litigation practice, Civil Procedure Rules, and relevant case law
• Experience in drafting precedents and legal documentation
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management
• Proactive, professional, and a team player. 
  
  
  

Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact

Recruitment@Switalskis.com

ABOUT US

Switalskis is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.

Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

About the Role:

We’re seeking an experienced Intranet Manager to join our Special Projects Team. You’ll ensure our intranet, SwitsHub, is an effective communications hub and knowledge resource, while delivering intranet solutions to support various projects.

This role is offered on Hybrid basis (2 days per week) from any of our 10 offices across Yorkshire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and enhancement of our intranet, delivering new features and resources, including systems like InfoCapture ticketing.
• Create and maintain user guides, provide user training, and offer handover support as required.
• Manage day-to-day administration and maintenance of the intranet, providing user support across both the admin side and front end.
• Collaborate with internal experts to build and maintain the SwitsHub knowledge base and other key knowledge assets.
• Contribute to internal communications efforts, supporting various teams across the organisation.
• Develop and manage e-learning courses, using content provided by colleagues.
• Take on any additional duties as required by the firm.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Proven experience in intranet administration, including both admin-side tasks and knowledge resource management.
• A logical, methodical approach to work planning and delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• High standard of written English with attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to deliver on schedule.
• Flexibility to work outside of standard hours when required.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with HTML/CSS.
• Experience using Claromentis or similar cloud-based intranet platforms.
• Experience with Articulate 360 or other e-learning authoring tools.
• Experience in graphic design using Canva and/or GIMP (or a willingness to learn).
• Understanding of agile working practices.
• Previous experience working within project teams.

ABOUT US