Careers
& Vacancies

We are a leading Yorkshire law firm with excellent knowledge of the regional marketplace. We are Lexcel accredited and provide training opportunities for our employees along with competitive salaries and a friendly and busy working environment. Williamsons is an equal opportunities employer.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Job Title: Family Solicitor

Williamsons is looking for a Solicitor to join our Hull office. The successful candidate will have proven experience in private and public law children’s matters. You will also be experienced in court representation and interim contested hearings. You must be able to manage your own caseload with minimum supervision.

The successful candidate will be able to manage an immediate caseload of clients. You will join a highly experienced team of specialists Senior Solicitors within the field. This is a fantastic opportunity with unlimited potential for a competent and hard working individual who wants to progress within a highly regarded firm.

The successful candidate will ideally be 2+PQE. In return you will be joining an exceptional team and a firm that has clear values and principles in place to enable its lawyers to achieve the best possible outcomes for their clients.

THE ROLE:

• Managing your own caseload
• Focusing on client care
• Providing the right solution and outcomes
• Working alongside a team

THE PERSON:

The successful candidate will have a minimum of one-year PQE, either as a Solicitor or FILEX or who can prove experience at para-legal level.

• Previous experience in Family Law essential
• Calm and understanding manner
• Clear and precise communication skills

BENEFITS:

• WeCare Package & Death In Service
• Company Events
• Additional Holiday Entitlement with length of service

Location: 45 Lowgate Hull, HU1 1EN
Hours: Full time / Monday – Friday 08.45 – 5.00 ( 35 Hours)
Start date: To be agreed.

Job Title: Private Client Lawyer

We are looking for a Private Client Lawyer to work in our Bridlington office. The successful application will handle an existing case load utilising a case management system. You will be required to commute to our other branch offices in Hull and Driffield on occasion. You will also be required to travel to see clients when the need arises. As such your own transport and a full clean driving licence are essential

PQE: At least three year’s PQE as a Private Client (Solicitor or CILEx). Experience of running a full caseload with minimum supervision is essential.

SKILLS:

• The need for attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced department.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to provide high quality advice to clients from all sectors across a broad range of issues.
• Good IT Skills including the ability to utilise a case management system.
• Good working knowledge of legal databases.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to form good relationships with clients and colleagues and to work as part of an effective team.
• Well organised, with a clear and professional telephone manner.

Well presented, punctual, confident, and self-motivated.

BENEFITS:

• WeCare Package & Death In Service
• Company Events
• Additional Holiday Entitlement with length of service

Department: Private Client
Location: 16 Wellington Road, Bridlington YO15 2BG
Work Types: Broad Spectrum of Private Client matters including Wills, Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection, Estate Administration, Tax and Trusts.
Reports to: Head of Department (Director)
Hours: Full time / Monday – Friday 08.45 – 5.00
Salary: Salary dependent upon experience
Start date: To be agreed.

Why not speak to a member of the team today to see how we can help you, call us on 01482 323697.