Job Description

About Awdry Law:

Established in 1750, we are an award-winning firm having been presented in the past with the Law Society's Excellence Award for Innovation and two awards for excellent customer service. From our offices in Devizes, Chippenham, Marlborough, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon and our new office in Bath, we serve clients in Wiltshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Somerset, Gloucestershire, Bath, London, and throughout the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of first-class legal services for individuals, families, and businesses.

Our purpose is to provide excellent client service and exceed expectations by being dynamic, inspiring, and proactive; client service is at the heart of everything we do. We have a fantastic group of people who work hard, are dedicated and demonstrate great commitment so In return for aiming towards these standards we will back you, help you to improve and support you in being the best we can.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

Join us and be part of a culture that values creativity, hard work, individuality, ambition, and fun! We offer competitive pay, fantastic employee benefits, and the opportunity to grow in a thriving, forward thinking environment. And yes, our legendary social outings are not to be missed! This is more than a job; it's a chance for you to develop new skills and be part of our success.

We have a fantastic group of people who work hard, are dedicated, and demonstrate great commitment so in return for aiming towards these standards, we will back you, help you to improve and support you in being the best we can. Our values are the platform upon which everything is built:

Everything starts with you

People matter, whether you are a client or part of our team

Always driving forwards

We always show ambition and energy to achieve results

Be Brilliant

We create positivity, excellence, and innovation in all we do

Every person, every time

We are consistent and reliable and give our best, every time.

We also want people to enjoy working here and we aim to do this by creating a positive, supportive, and forward-looking environment. Our values are the platform upon which everything is built - excellent client service and making this a great place to work.

Job Purpose:

To work within the Land & Development department managing a varied property caseload, to include the potential for agricultural work also if this is of interest. The successful candidate will have the provision of excellent client service at the heart of what they do and develop business for the department through networking and marketing activities.

Typical Activities:

Responsibility for

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Fee Income for all aspects of land & development work such as site acquisitions, finance, option agreements, promotion agreements, overage deeds etc., plus the ability to explore agricultural property avenues if desired (not essential however). Identifying improvements and to plan innovatively for better service delivery. Developing and maintaining strong & profitable client relationships, critical to the success of the department. Consistently high level of service delivery to meet client's expectations. Supervising a two-year qualified solicitor who will also provide support on client files

Support with: -

Raising the profile of Awdry Law and enhancing the reputation of the Land & Development Department

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Experience of land & development work Ideally 5 years plus PQE experience, but slightly less experience will be considered. To have the ability to remain calm, polite and focused when dealing with different situations To have outstanding communication skills both verbal and written A high level of attention to detail The ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with all employees To enjoy a varied workload and working at pace The ability to make sound decisions, taking ownership when required. To present in a professional manner To be motivated, self-sufficient and to have excellent time management skills To demonstrate flexibility in approach To have excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages. Must have full UK driving license and own transport.
Location: All locations will be considered, however, Swindon office base is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person