Your new companyOur client is looking for an experienced Wills Writer and Estates Planning Paralegal to join their well-established department and currently has several positions available. This role is a home working position involving some travel to one of their offices nationally, however they offer a flexible and agile (home) working environment along with hybrid and in-person options, so you can adjust your location to suit your personal circumstances. (For example, their Bristol office is based just outside of Bristol city centre, and they are located in a very commutable location from South Wales, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.)Our client also offers internal trainee solicitor programmes (with a lean toward estate planning), along with lots of opportunity for progression.
Your new roleIn this role, you'll manage estate planning cases end to end, alongside drafting and taking instructions on a variety of wills and associated estate planning documents. You'll communicate with clients remotely, providing an outstanding service and case resolution. You'll gain exposure to a variety of cases, allowing you to build on your knowledge within a supportive team.

You will:
* document and write wills of various complexity, write powers of attorney and other estate planning documentation, making sure all paperwork is accurate and professionally written
* communicate with clients and external partners via the phone and written communication throughout each case
* manage an incoming case load and work with those parties involved towards the successful completion of a case

You will be offered a fantastic opportunity to grow and succeed in a fast-growing area of the business.
About youThese roles are open to experienced private client paralegals with experience in drafting wills and advising clients regarding estate planning matters. You will be an experienced paralegal or will writer with previous experience of drafting wills and advising clients relating to estate planning matters. You should also have the ability to build positive relationships with clients and always be looking to give excellent customer care.
What you'll get in returnAs well as a competitive salary, you will enjoy a great benefits package including an offering of internal trainee solicitor programmes, generous holiday allowance, up to 10% pension contribution, free gym and spa access and free parking. Our client is committed to building an inclusive workplace and offering you the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed in a business that puts people first.
With very flexible, hybrid and remote working options available, this is a unique opportunity that would suit those already in the Southwest or those looking to relocate to the Southwest in the future.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company
Our client are looking for Private Client/Probate lawyers to join their well-established department and currently have several positions available at different levels, from NQ through to experienced lawyers, as well as non-qualified candidates with equivalent legal experience. Our client offers a flexible and agile (home) working environment, so you can adjust your working location to suit your personal circumstances. This role is a home working position involving some travel to one of their offices nationally. (For example their Bristol office is based just outside of Bristol city centre, and they are located in a very commutable location from South Wales, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.)


Your new role
In this role, you'll manage your own caseload end-to-end, and focus on the needs of your clients. You'll take responsibility for a varied caseload of probate cases from start to finish, using a case management system. You'll work collaboratively with support from experienced members of the team to continually develop your expertise. You will be offered a fantastic opportunity to grow and succeed in a fast-growing area of the business. If joining at the more senior level, you'll have the opportunity to manage a caseload of high net worth and complex cases from start to finish and provide legal technical know-how to other members of the team.


About you
These probate roles are open to lawyers at NQ level through to more experienced lawyers operating at Senior Associate/Legal Director level. This role would suit someone with a solid background in Probate; you will be qualified as a solicitor, CILEX or STEP qualification, or you might not be qualified but have equivalent legal experience with significant probate experience. You will have a client-focussed approach, with the ability to put the client's interests at the heart of what you do. If joining at the more senior end, you will have the ability to handle a wide variety of complex cases and experience of dealing with taxable estates to include GROBs, POAT, business, agricultural and cross border interests. You should also have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, along with great team-working skills with the ability to build positive relationships with a range of colleagues.


What you'll get in return
As well as a competitive salary, you will enjoy a great benefits package including up to 10% pension contribution, generous holiday allowance, free gym and spa access and free parking. Our client is committed to building an inclusive workplace and offering you the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed in a business that puts people first.


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new firm
This established international law firm is looking for a Corporate solicitor at the Senior Associate or Associate Director level to join their highly regarded top tier Corporate team in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected and vibrant team with the prospect of a varied and interesting workload. You will have the opportunity to work on both national and international deals whilst all the time pursuing sector interests and within a supportive and collegiate environment.


Your new role
This team provide the full spectrum of corporate services including private equity, venture capital, mergers & acquisitions, equity capital markets, fund formation and financial services. The firm focus on acting for clients within the key sectors of digital business, financial services, real estate & infrastructure and energy & utilities. You will enjoy working with clients such as large quoted companies, privately owned businesses, banks, financial institutions and institutional investors; in the last year the team have acted on over 60 deals with an aggregate value of over £2billion.


What you will need to succeed
Our client are keen to hear from candidates at the senior associate or associate director level. You will have gained a wide range of experience at a well-respected City or highly regarded national firm. Due to the nature of the work and the structure of the team, you will ideally be a 4-8 PQE lawyer, although candidates with more or less experience will be considered. You will be passionate about developing your career in the Corporate sector and have a high degree of self-motivation and willingness to learn, the ability to work effectively in a team and a passion for delivering excellent service to clients.


What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning law firm who offer exceptional career progression and development opportunities; it would be a particularly good role for those looking to move out of London to the South West. You will be working alongside a well-practised team in a collaborative environment, as well as receiving a competitive salary and generous employee benefits.


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. INDHLEG
We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to havegained the level of experience required, but this does not precludeapplications from those with more or less PQE.

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Your firm
This role is a rare opportunity to work as a Paralegal for a leading international law firm across a broad range of areas. As a Matter Support paralegal based in their hybrid Bristol office, you will be part of a central team providing support to a range of legal teams alongside other paralegals and apprentices. You will have the opportunity to work with talented lawyers and a wide range of clients in a fast-paced environment. Over time, you will gain exposure to a range of work types, primarily in the firm's insurance practice.

Your new role Once you have gained the necessary experience and skills, you will have the opportunity to work within legal teams on an informal internal placement basis. Subject to business need, these placements are usually 10 months long, with direct associate supervision, giving you a broad paralegal experience and providing the opportunity to build relationships with people across the whole office.
The Matter Support team offers experience in a range of practice areas, with work coming from various legal teams including Professional and Financial Risks, Construction, Cyber, and Employment. Most of the teams' work is supporting insurance teams, usually with matters that involve defending professionals (such as architects, financial advisors, and solicitors) alongside their professional indemnity insurers in the event of a claim, meaning an interest in civil litigation is a must.
You will receive bespoke training with an induction built around regular tasks the team complete. You will also have access to a broad curriculum of firm wide training events, and a buddy to help you settle in. This role also offers the opportunity to train and mentor apprentices and new starters to the team once you've mastered elements of the role and are ready to share your knowledge.
The firm are supportive of qualification through alternative routes and have a funding policy in place to support with the costs for SQE2, Equivalent Means and CILEx. This role offers the opportunity for quality qualifying work experience and the firm has seen paralegals successfully qualify via these routes. The team and firm's growth ambitions also provide opportunities for supervisory positions in the future.
What you'll need to succeed

• A law degree, GDL or equivalent, ideally with paralegal experience or experience in a similar type of role.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Good attention to detail with excellent organisational skills and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and adapt plans accordingly.
• Hardworking, enthusiastic and motivated
• Able to build internal relationships to understand expertise across the firm and to deliver excellent client service.

What you'll get in return
With both flexible and hybrid working options available, this is a great opportunity that would suit Paralegals who are already based in the Southwest, or who are looking to move to the region in the near future.

What you need to do now
Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Carers for elderly lady F/T@ £15.85/hr in Yatton - FTE - £30.9k

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 984a4c6f

We are looking for self-employed carers to work as part of a team for elderly lady in Yatton with dementia and diabetes. We are looking for more than one candidate.

The individual has dementia and diabetes and needs care at various times in the day and at night. It will have been discussed with you which hours you will be required to cover. Duties involve providing personal care, ensuring medication taken, meal prep/ encouraging to eat, light laundry/ housework, social time and anything else that we might reasonably ask from you as part of your general duties.

You must be reliable and good humoured to work in a family home. Some dementia experience preferred. Training can be provided.
Please note, this is not cash in hand work. Rates of pay will be discussed upon application.

Hours per week are to be confirmed, please ignore the hours stated as this may change.

Shifts may vary and fluctuate (eg- single split shift and double split shift).

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Dementia care

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car

• Safe Administration of Medication

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

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Acorn by Synergie is recruiting HGV Class 1 Drivers for our established client in Warmley, Bristol.

The role involves trailer collection and delivery, no handball required.


Rate of Pay - £180 - £200 per day UMBRELLA PAYE

Shift Length - 8 -10 hours

Start Times - Various times/days available to suit

As a HGV Class 1 (Cat C+E) Driver our client offers:

* Free car parking.

* Ongoing work.

* Good management.

As a HGV Class 1 (Cat C+E) Driver the benefits of working for Acorn Recruitment include:

* Acorn Employee Rewards Scheme.

* Online payslips..

* Weekly pay.

* Pension contribution.

If you are interested in this HGV Class 1 Driver position please apply, or contact the Acorn Driving Team

Acorn is one of the UK's leading recruitment companies, helping to find work for thousands of people on a daily basis. Our temporary workers can enjoy great benefits including career progression and permanent employment.

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***Bristol-based client, but you can do this assignment 100% remotely***
Our client is looking for a Finance Business Partner to support the business partnering and management accounts function, to work closely with the Corporate Service directorate and, in particular, Digital Services.

• Required start date: 2nd December - initially for 3 months (likely to be 6 months at least)
• Paying between £475-£525 a day via Umbrella or PAYE (inside IR35 role)
• Requires full SC clearance that is valid for the duration of the assignment, which could be until May 2025 initially.

• Managing two Management Accountants.
• Getting involved with preparation for the interim audit and year-end audit.
• There is also a potential to get involved with the wider programme of work as they migrate to SAP4Hana in April 2025.
• They are also working on a business wide spending review and aligning this with the budget-setting process for 25/26.
  

Key deliverables

• Be able to embed quickly into the corporate services directorate as a finance business partner, meeting stakeholders, particularly in the digital area.
• Understand what the business drivers are and collaborate on setting budgets for 25/26 and assist in both Interim and Year end Audits.
• Prepare monthly reports, provide analysis and insight that links financial reports to business strategies.

Key requirements to apply:

• Full professional qualification in accountancy UK CCAB or CIMA* with current membership of a professional body
• Experience of effective relationships and stakeholder management skills with the ability to persuade, influence and motivate others to engage actively in good financial management.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to describe complex technical issues in a clear non-technical way, including through report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience of budget setting in a time-pressured environment using a variety of tools and knowledge and business intelligence.
• Sound problem-solving skills.
• Robust analytical and interpretative skills.
• The ability to quickly assimilate and apply new techniques and knowledge.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Charles Maidment from the Hays Bristol senior finance team.
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Finance AccountantFull-Time - Bristol
We are looking for a Finance Accountant to join our FM client's Financial and Accounting department to act as the first point of contact for all RTR issues and queries.
What are the main duties?You will work alongside the wider Shared Service team to implement an agenda and processes addressing any differences in practices and performance. You will also work to promote and maintain centralised activites across all business units activities, acting as a business partner.
Other duties include:

• Day to day management of RTR activities and onshore team such as balance sheets, checklists and deadlines
• Developing the internal team branding
• Act as finance expert within the Business Partnering role
• Manage integration of new acquisitions into standard RTR systems and processes
• Manage and update finance processes, maps, SOP's in line with RTR strategy and Group policy
• Build strong relationships with outsource providers and all Business Unit and FSSC teams

What are we looking for?
We are looking for a person with a high level of Accounting experience holding full Accountant Qualifications. You will also have experience working within a Shared Service or Outsourcing environment, holding an understanding of governance and implementing change. Additionally, you'll have a good attention to detail, have the ability to work alongside a variety of high stakeholders and be able on Excel with large data sets. Experience using SAP ERP is preferred but not essential.


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Your new company
Hays are working with an exciting organisation based in North Bristol to support with the recruitment for a permanent Solutions Architect. The role offers flexible hybrid working and is paying up to £69,500 depending on experience. You'll need to be willing to undergo security clearance as part of the role.
Your new role
Within the role, you'll design and implement IT systems that meet the business's critical needs. You'll support shaping the architecture of new workstreams and project pipelines. You'll be responsible for designing technical solutions (either stand alone or Hyper-Converged Infrastructure). You'll work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders and act as a technical leader within the organisation.
What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for the role, you'll need to be an experienced solutions architect with a good understanding of windows server, networking and an on-premises background. You will need proven experience in high level architectural design and good knowledge of various operating systems, databases & tech solutions (including cloud). You'll need to have strong stakeholder management skills and be able to explain complex technical elements to non-technical stakeholders. You'll need to be eligible for DV security clearance.
What you'll get in return
In return you'll work for a fantastic, innovative company in the Bristol region who offer an excellent benefits package including a competitive pension and flexible hybrid working scheme. You'll receive a salary up to £69,500 and the opportunity to work on high profile defence & aerospace programmes of work.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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The Hays Bristol senior finance team have an exciting opportunity for an Interim Finance Manager for a role in Bristol.

Are you a technically strong financial accounting manager looking for your next challenge?
We have an exciting interim role available with a leading, reputable Bristol employer.Location: Bristol
Duration: November 2024-May 2025
Flexible Hybrid Working: 2 days a week in the office (Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

About the Role:

• Requires a fully qualified & technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/FCCA)
• Audit background would be desirable but not essential.
• Lead the audit relationship with EY
• Production of year-end statutory accounts and commentary in accordance
• Strong Excel skills required
• Management & approval of weekly cash-flow forecasting
• Provide day to day coaching & management of the Financial Accountants and Analysts
• Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are complete with other finance colleagues, resolving any issues
• Demonstrable financial accounting experience gained within a multi-entity organisation

Interviews are happening as soon as this week, with a start date as early as next week. If you are immediately available and interested, please email Charles Maidment from the Hays Bristol office your most recent CV, and we can book a call to discuss the role in more detail and the next steps.

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