We’ve served our local community in the South Hams since 1832, and over that time we’ve built up a strong reputation as skilled, friendly and straightforward advisers. We have offices in Totnes and Kingsbridge and all work hard to ensure it is an enjoyable place to work whilst maintaining the highest standards for our clients. A recent staff survey asked for three words to describe the culture of Windeatts as a place to work. The top five words (from highest to lowest) were:
Friendly, Professional, Supportive, Relaxed and Caring
If you are interested in joining us, please email your CV to our Practice Manager, Alex Halls at alex.halls@windeatts.co.uk.
If you would prefer an informal, confidential chat about career options at Windeatts, you can reach Alex on 01548 852727.
Current vacancies:
Residential Conveyancer
Well-established, friendly and supportive Firm – Totnes - Competitive Salary (DOE)
Are you a Property Solicitor/Legal Executive/ Licensed Conveyancer looking for an opportunity to join a traditional but fun, pro-active firm, highly valued by the local community but also by those who work there?
This highly reputable Firm, with a long history of providing legal services throughout the beautiful South Hams, has previously been owned by the same family of lawyers for generations, and the Firm still has that ‘family feel’ today. They have a fantastic work culture where they aspire to achieve high standards but in a relaxed and enjoyable working environment.
The role and requirements:
Our client is looking for an experienced, qualified Solicitor/Conveyancer/Legal Executive to join their team, ideally at a senior level*, who can manage a busy and varied caseload of residential property matters and deliver the highest standard of client care and service. There is scope here for someone who wants to maintain an existing case load of high-quality work but also develop this further.
This is a permanent, full-time position. Working hours are Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with some flexible working possible and consideration will be given to the possibility of working part-time.
Commercial experience is desirable but not essential to this role.
The benefits:
A competitive salary (DOE) is on offer. Other benefits include generous annual leave - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, parking permit if you are not resident in Totnes, pension scheme, benefits and discounts NHS top-up scheme.
A fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established Firm, with long standing professional connections in a thriving local community.
(* applications from other levels of PQE/equivalent experience will be considered)
Applications with CV by email to Alex Halls, Practice Manager: alex.halls@windeatts.co.uk
Family Law Paralegal - Totnes
Are you passionate about Family Law? Are you looking to join a team where you can develop and grow?
A fantastic opportunity to join a busy and evolving family department at a time of growth and expansion.
We are recruiting for the role of a Family Paralegal to join a small, long-standing firm that has been providing legal services for decades and has strong connections with professionals, clients and the wider legal community it serves.
Under the supervision of the Head of Department, you will be guided and supported to run a small caseload of your own family matters, as well as provide valuable support and assistance to Senior fee earners on more complex cases. This is a unique opportunity to manage your own cases but also develop your knowledge and experience on more complex matters.
You will be given scope to work on all aspects of private family law, from separation and divorce, to advising on arrangements for children post separation, prenup and post-nuptial agreements, co-habitation disputes and much more.
This role is permanent. Full-time or part-time applicants will be considered.
We will be keen to receive applications from individuals with the following skills and experience;
· Previous experience working as a Paralegal with family law cases
· Excellent client care and good communication skills.
· Ability to prioritise their time well and work to deadlines.
· Has a keen interest in family law, is passionate and committed to learning and developing in this specialised area.
· Previous use of case management system is preferred, but not essential, as training can be given.
The Benefits include a competitive salary (DOE), a supportive working culture, opportunities for career development / progression and other benefits such as 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff), NHS top up scheme and auto -enrolment pension and car parking permit (for those not resident in Totnes) plus the opportunity to work in this beautiful part of South Devon.
A great career opportunity – don’t miss out. Applications with CV by email to Alex Halls, Practice Manager: alex.halls@windeatts.co.uk
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