Location/Division: Portsmouth/Southampton/Brighton/Newbury

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and capable Case Management Developer to join our IT team, reporting directly to the ICT Manager. This individual will be responsible for the ongoing development of the Firm’s new case management system, Partner for Windows (P4W); ensuring that change requests are assessed and implement promptly, working towards bespoke and dedicated enhancements to the system for each of our specialist legal departments. They will also be responsible for process improvement, system upgrades, and ongoing maintenance of the system.

Along with excellent programming skills and experience, the successful candidate must be familiar with the specific requirements and nuances associated with working in a law firm and with legal technology.  

Requirements:

• Wealth of knowledge in SQL
• Experience of working in law firm
• Experience with case management systems; ideally P4W
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products/macros/VBA
• Some knowledge of visual studio/XAML form development
• Preferable knowledge in html
• Preferably Iron Python experience
• Skills in SSRS reporting
• Used to creating technical design specifications and interpreting business requirements
• Able to work to tight timelines and meet quality best practice coding standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated

This role will be offered as either a permanent placement or fixed-term contract, depending on the preferences of the successful candidate. 

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression. 

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the firm’s discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results. 

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires and passionate about sharing in this ethos. 

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the “Note to Recruitment Agencies” which can be found on the “Join our Team” section of our website. 

Location/Division: 2/ Lakeside

The Role

We are currently seeking a proactive and confident legal support professional to join our Central Team as a Legacy Project Assistant. 

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Legacy Project Lead in running legacy support projects for the Firm, such as file closure, and to support the Firm generally with its transition from a paper environment to a digital environment. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced legal support professional;
• Have an understanding of the entire life-cycle of a legal matter, with particular emphasis on the file-closure process of residential and/or commercial property files;
• Naturally take a collaborative and proactive approach to their work;
• Be resilient and able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment;
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Have the tact required to work with a broad range of individuals and;
• Be confident in using a broad range of digital technologies. 

Please note, although Coffin Mew embraces agile working, applicants for this particular role will need to be comfortable with and able to work primarily in the office, due to the nature of the role. However, the working pattern and hours can be flexible and do not have to fit within a standard 9 to 5, Monday to Friday pattern – evening and weekend working can form part of the working week if required. 

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression. 

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the firm’s discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results. 

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires and passionate about sharing in this ethos. 

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the "Note to Recruitment Agencies" which can be found on the "Join our Team" section of our website.

Location/Division: 2/ Lakeside

The Role

We are currently seeking a proactive and confident legal support professional to join our Central Team as a Legacy Project Lead. 

The primary responsibility of this position is to run legacy support projects for the Firm, such as file closure, and to support the Firm generally with its transition from a paper environment to a digital environment. This position includes the day-to-day supervision of a Legacy Project Assistant. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced legal support professional;
• Have an understanding of the entire life-cycle of a legal matter, with particular emphasis on the file-closure process of residential and/or commercial property files;
• Have experience in delegating tasks to team members;
• Naturally take a collaborative and proactive approach to their work;
• Be resilient and able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment;
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Have the tact required to work with a broad range of individuals and;
• Be confident in using a broad range of digital technologies. 

Please note, although Coffin Mew embraces agile working, applicants for this particular role will need to be comfortable with and able to work primarily in the office, due to the nature of the role. However, the working pattern and hours can be flexible and do not have to fit within a standard 9 to 5, Monday to Friday pattern – evening and weekend working can form part of the working week if required. 

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression. 

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the firm’s discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results. 

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires and passionate about sharing in this ethos. 

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the "Note to Recruitment Agencies" which can be found on the "Join our Team" section of our website.

Location/Division: 2/ Lakeside

The Role

We are currently seeking a talented, proactive and confident Residential Property Paralegal or Legal Assistant who has exceptional client service high on their agenda, as well as the drive to exceed expectations to join the award winning team in our Lakeside (Portsmouth) office. 

This role will see the successful candidate providing assistance to all of the conveyancers at the Portsmouth office, as well as others within the team when required. Prior experience of working as part of a Residential Property team is essential. 

The Residential Property team has knowledge and experience in many areas, including: 

• Buying freehold or leasehold properties;
• Selling freehold or leasehold properties;
• Buying from developers;
• Re-mortgages;
• Transfers of ownership;
• Lease extensions and;
• Buying auction properties. 

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression. 

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the Firm's discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results. 

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires and passionate about sharing in this ethos. 

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the "Note to Recruitment Agencies" which can be found on the "Join our Team" section of our website.

Location/Division: 20/ Newbury

The Role

We are currently seeking a talented, proactive, and confident Paralegal or Legal Assistant, who has exceptional client service high on their agenda, to join our specialist Wills, Trusts & Probate department in our Newbury office. 

This position will see the successful applicant fulfilling a wide range of duties supporting the Solicitors and other fee-earners in the Wills, Trusts & Probate department. They will have direct contact with clients on matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, and other related private client concerns. 

The successful applicant will;

• Have prior experience working in a Wills, Trusts & Probate (Private Client) department, or a role that requires excellent customer service skills;
• Be familiar with the use of a case management system and other client databases;
• Have the ability to work using their own initiative but not hesitant to seek assistance when required;
• Naturally take a collaborative and proactive approach to their work;
• Have the tact required to work and communicate effectively with a wide range of clients;
• Be resilient and able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment;
• Be motivated to exceed expectations and;
• Have excellent attention to detail. 

You can find out more about the Wills, Trusts & Probate team here. 

This role would suit an existing Paralegal or Legal Assistant looking for a fresh challenge, or even a more experienced legal professional wanting to move to a less demanding position. 

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression. 

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the Firm's discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results. 

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires and passionate about sharing in this ethos. 

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the "Note to Recruitment Agencies" which can be found on the "Join our Team" section of our website.

Location/Division: Portsmouth/Southampton/Brighton/Newbury

The Role

Coffin Mew are currently seeking an ambitious and highly motivated Solicitor (or Legal Executive) to join its specialist Commercial Property team. 

The Commercial Property team specialises in investment, landlord & tenant, development (including planning & environment), property finance and rural property. Their clients include businesses & private individuals, public bodies & charities, SIPP & SASS pension trustees and their customers, farmers and landed estates. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be a fully qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (NQ – 2 years PQE);
• Have the ability to manage a full caseload of mixed Commercial Property work with little supervision;
• Naturally take a collaborative and proactive approach to their work;
• Be comfortable working as part of a wider, multi-disciplinary team;
• Have the tact required to work with a wide range of clients;
• Be resilient and able to thrive in fast-paced work environment and;
• Be ambitious, confident and motivated to exceed expectations.

You can find out more about the Commercial Property team here. 

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression.

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the Firm's discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results.

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires are passionate about sharing in this ethos.

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the “Note to Recruitment Agencies” which can be found on the “Join our Team” section of our website.

Location/Division: Portsmouth/Southampton/Brighton/Newbury

The Role

Coffin Mew are currently seeking an experienced and ambitious Solicitor (or Chartered Legal Executive) to join our Property Litigation team. This individual will have exceptional client service high on their agenda, as well as the tact and versatility to work with a wide range of clients as part of a busy team.

This role will see the successful candidate managing their own caseload of matters with little to no supervision, providing support to the Partner and wider team when required.

The Property Litigation team is based across a number of our offices, and deals with a wide spectrum of Commercial and Residential Property disputes, including; landlord & tenant disputes, service charge disputes, boundary & neighbour disputes and dilapidations & disrepair.

The successful candidate will;

• Have at least 2 years’ worth of experience managing their own caseload of mixed property disputes, with an emphasis on commercial property;
• Naturally take a collaborative and proactive approach to their work;
• Be comfortable working as part of a wider, multi-disciplinary team;
• Have the tact required to work with a wide range of clients;
• Be resilient and able to thrive in fast-paced work environment and;
• Be ambitious, confident and motivated to exceed expectations.

You can find out more about the Property Litigation team here.

The Opportunity

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to join a leading law firm in the South that values an entrepreneurial attitude, and provides a transparent approach to professional development and career progression.

In addition to a competitive salary and eligibility to be considered for a bonus within the Firm's discretionary performance-related bonus scheme, our employee value proposition offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package that places emphasis on work/life balance, personal health & wellbeing and financial health & security in return for your commitment and excellent results.

As a firm we put the needs of our clients at the forefront of all we do, working collaboratively and across teams to ensure we deliver great results, and all our new hires are passionate about sharing in this ethos.

If you would like to know more about what Coffin Mew has to offer, please feel free to get in touch with Brandon Duchesne for an informal, confidential and non-committal conversation.

Recruitment Agencies: Please read the “Note to Recruitment Agencies” which can be found on the “Join our Team” section of our website.