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At Scott Bailey LLP, we’re proud to be a busy, high street law firm with a strong reputation for legal excellence and a genuine commitment to our clients across various areas, including Corporate and Commercial Law, Commercial Property, Employment Law, Family Law, Private Client services, and Conveyancing

We’re proud of our open, supportive culture and we think you’ll feel it the moment you walk through the door.

We have been recognised for our commitment to our people and our community, including:

• New Forest Business of the Year 2023
• Training & Development Award 2023
• Finalists in the 2025 Hampshire Business Awards for:
  •  Best Place to Work
  •  SME Business of the Year
  •  Financial & Professional Services Company of the Year

Our success means that we continue to grow, and we are excited to be offering several job opportunities predominately based in our Lymington Office.

Property Solicitor - Commercial or Residential

We’re excited to be growing our conveyancing team and looking for a property law specialist who shares our values and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

We welcome applications from solicitors at any stage of their career who have experience in property law, whether your focus is commercial, residential, or both and where clear communication, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence define your approach.

For experienced solicitors:
You’ll have a strong track record in commercial or residential property, confidently handling complex transactions and mentoring junior team members. Strategic thinking and reliability under pressure are key.

For early-career professionals:
You’ll bring enthusiasm for property law, particularly leasehold and new-build work, along with a proactive mindset and attention to detail. You’re keen to learn, grow, and manage your own caseload with guidance from experienced colleagues.

For more information visit our website:  Property Solicitor (Commercial or Residential)  - Scott Bailey Solicitors

 

Litigation Solicitor / Legal Executive

Are you looking for a role where your expertise makes an impact? We are seeking a Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive (3–4+ years PQE) to join our growing Dispute Resolution team. This is a full-time, role where you will manage a varied caseload and play a key part in developing our services.

Your work will include property litigation (boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, leasehold enfranchisement), commercial disputes (contracts, shareholder disagreements, professional negligence), debt recovery, and general civil litigation such as defective products and insolvency matters.

You will take ownership of existing files, build your own caseload, and you will play an active role in developing client relationships, building the department’s profile, and growing our offering.

For more information visit our website Litigation Fee Earner - Scott Bailey Solicitors

Employment Lawyer

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Employment Law Advisor to lead and grow our employment law service. You will provide advice across all areas of employment law, manage tribunal matters, and deliver practical support to senior HR teams and business leaders. The role includes developing retained services, delivering workshops, and training, and building strong client relationships.

You will advise on all areas of employment law, including redundancies, TUPE transfers, grievance and disciplinary matters, contracts, policies, discrimination, and settlements. The role also involves handling tribunal claims, delivering workshops and training, and building strong client relationships.

We are looking for someone confident in advising SMEs and senior HR teams, experienced with both respondents and claimants, and keen to develop business opportunities and promote the firm’s services.

For more information visit our website Employment Lawyer - Scott Bailey Solicitors

Private Client Solicitor
We are looking for an experienced Senior Associate Solicitor to join our highly regarded Private Client team. In this role, you will lead on complex matters, provide strategic advice to high-net-worth individuals and families, and act as a trusted advisor. You will combine technical expertise with leadership, mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the growth and reputation of the department.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact, managing multi-generational estate planning, trusts, tax mitigation strategies, and sensitive issues such as elderly client care and Court of Protection applications.

We are seeking a qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 8 years’ PQE in private client law, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage complex cases. STEP qualification (or working towards) is preferred.

For more information visit our website: Private Client Solicitor - Scott Bailey Solicitors

Paralegal – Private Client
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our busy, client-focused Private Client team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of matters, including wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning, while supporting senior colleagues and delivering exceptional service to our clients.

You will bring at least 5 years’ experience in a legal environment (ideally private client), strong organisational skills, and a proven ability to manage complex matters under pressure. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office and case management systems are essential. Relevant study such as Paralegal training or CILEx Foundation is required.

In this role, you will draft legal documents, liaise with clients and third parties, manage files and deadlines, and assist with research and case preparation. You will also attend client meetings and support billing and compliance processes.

For more information visit our website: Private Client Paralegal - Scott Bailey Solicitors

Why come and join us?

Working at Scott Bailey means being part of a supportive, inclusive, and friendly team. We value open communication, a collaborative atmosphere, and a healthy work/life balance. Whether you are in a client-facing role or supporting our legal experts behind the scenes, you will find a fulfilling and rewarding environment where your contributions are truly valued.

In return, we offer:

• 26 days holiday per year (plus Bank holiday)
• A bonus day off for your birthday
• Free New Forest Parking Clock
• Health Cash Plan
• Company Sick Pay Scheme (after qualifying period)
• Group Life Insurance
• ‘My Staff Shop’ Discount platform
• Excellent development opportunities & Progression Pathway
• Social Committee, hosting many great staff social events.
• Open and Friendly Culture
• Fabulous Location on Lymington High Street & in Lyndhurst
• Great opportunities to network and support the local community.

If you don’t see a current vacancy that fits, feel free to send us your CV and a covering email – we’d love to hear from you!

To find out more about our Firm, please click here: www.scottbailey.co.uk

To apply for any of our vacancies or to find out more, please click on this link https://www.scottbailey.co.uk/careers and the follow the link to the job you are interested in.

If you have any questions about any of our roles, please feel free to reach out by emailing

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SENIOR ASSOCIATE / PARTNER – PRIVATE CLIENT

 

Are you a passionate legal professional seeking to make a significant impact in Private Client Law? Laceys invites you to become an integral part of our well-established Legal 500 Private Client team – a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will flourish, known for expertise in Personal Tax, Trusts, and Probate. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience advising high-net-worth clients, STEP accreditation, and strong technical, client care, and communication skills. We offer diverse casework, career development opportunities, and a supportive culture with comprehensive benefits.

 

Key Highlights of The Role:

• Join as an experienced member, advising on all areas of private client law, including drafting Wills, probate matters including administration of complex estates, tax and lifetime planning, trust administration, and more.

• Engage in a fee-earning role that brings versatility through a broad array of matters, ensuring professional growth and direct impact.

• Opportunity to contribute to business development and to cultivate your own client base while supporting the firm’s long-standing clients.

• Qualified Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with 8+ years’ PQE in a reputable Private Client department.

• Individuals with exceptional knowledge in private client law and a desire to stay ahead of legal trends.

• STEP accreditation is advantageous, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in our field.

• Resilient, well-organised professionals able to manage diverse caseloads and excel in client relationships.

Benefits:

If this sounds like you, and you are looking to work within an established team where you can provide support and supervision to more junior team members, we look forward to hearing from you.

 

If you would like to apply or find out more, please email

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We are looking for a full time Solicitor to join our friendly team at our New Milton office. The individual should be qualified for ten years or more, with experience in commercial law/property, and any experience in landlord and tenant / litigation work, would be beneficial.

The Package:

This position is a permanent full-time role. Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm, with 1 hour for lunch which equates to a 35 hour week. The position will be based at our New Milton office.

The Candidate:

• Excellent customer service

• Technical competence

• Good communicator

• 10+ years PQE

• Commitment to teamwork

Salary dependent upon experience.

 

Contact: Anthony Harris & Company to discuss this further on 01425 638288 or email your CV to

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Private Client Solicitor, FILEX, Paralegal

 

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 35 per week

 

Purpose of the role: 

Our busy office in New Milton is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Private Client lawyer either practicing as a Solicitor, Legal Executive, Probate Practitioner or an experienced Paralegal to work alongside our existing teams.

The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 2+ PQE with a very high standard of output in all areas of work.  Together with a strong and successful billing history and who is genuine, caring and attentive to clients.

We are a family run firm of solicitors who understand the need to ensure a healthy work life balance and who offer an approachable and collaborative working environment where we are keen to support and foster talent and provide progression.

 

Role Description; includes but is not limited to:

• Managing your own caseload undertaking fee earning work in all aspects of private client work. To include Wills, Probate, Trusts, Tax planning, Guardianship, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Court of Protection work.

• To be motivated and enthusiastic to help drive the development of the department and work together to assist the rest of the team across both offices (Salisbury and New Milton).

• To maintain existing relations with the firm’s clients and be active in business development in gaining new clients and growing own caseload

Key Skills:

• Strong communication skills with a genuine, caring approach to clients.

• Excellent IT proficiency

• Eye for detail and attention to client care

• To be proactive and self-motivated.

Salary: Negotiable depending upon experience and qualifications

 

Benefits:

• Competitive pay

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (includes Christmas shut down)

• Bonus days leave on your Birthday (or nearest working day)

• Employee discount on legal services

• Sick pay scheme

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Please reply to  with CV

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hklaw is one of the most recognised law firms in the Dorset and Somerset area, providing legal services locally, nationally and beyond. We have over 180 staff and Partners working out of a network of offices across the region.  As well as having an  excellent reputation for providing clients with a high standard of service, we are also known by our employees for offering an inclusive and supportive work culture, where professional and personal development is encouraged and where achievements are recognised and rewarded.

Due to continued demand for our services, we have the following opportunities:
 

• Company Commercial Solicitor  (Poole office)

• Commercial Land & Property Lawyer  (Poole office)

• Trust and Tax Lawyer  (Dorchester office)

• Commercial Property Lawyer   (Dorchester office)

• Civil Litigation Lawyer   (Personal Injury)  (Dorchester office)

For further details

To find out more about careers at HK Law and full details of our vacancies, Click Here  

OR send your CV and requirements to and we will be in touch!

hklaw can offer you:

• A competitive salary

• Structured bonus scheme

• Flexible working opportunities

• Generous annual leave allowance

• Buy and sell holiday scheme

• Parking (on site or nearby)

• Employee Assistance Programme (For health and well-being)

• Health Cash plan – money back on optical, dental costs etc

• Life insurance (4x salary)

• Sabbatical Scheme

• Pension scheme

• Occupational sick pay

• Sponsored training opportunities

• A transparent career pathway from Fee Earner through to Partner

• Opportunities for self-development and career progression

• A fantastic location in which to live and work

• Relocation packages considered for relocators

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