AJ Chambers are delighted to be representing a highly regarded law firm in London.
The firm are seeking a 4-5 year PQE Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join their busy Property Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor to take the next step in their career and work with a leading law firm who offer excellent progression opportunities.
The successful candidate will have experience in handling a varied caseload of sales and purchases, transfers of equity, shared ownership, new builds and remortgages. This role is an ideal opportunity for the right candidate to continue to develop their career in Property Law.
You must have experience of handling the legal aspects of the residential conveyancing process from start to finish whether it is freehold or leasehold properties.
You’ll be managing your own caseload and providing support and supervision to others so it’s important that you are an effective communicator, can stay calm under pressure and have the ability to prioritise workloads. Excellent organisational skills are also essential.
In reward the company offers a competitive benefits package and a base salary of between £50,000- £60,000.
AJ Chambers are delighted to be representing a highly-regarded law firm in London.
The firm are seeking a 4 year PQE Property Litigation Solicitor to join their busy Litigation department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Property Litigation Solicitor to take the next step in their career and work with a leading law firm who offer excellent progression opportunities.
The role will involve dealing with all aspects of property litigation including but not exclusively advising on contentious issues in land transactions; commercial landlord and tenant matters, lease renewals, dilapidations, service charges, rent reviews, forfeiture and the enforcement of covenants, acting for both tenants and landlords; property-related professional negligence claims; insolvency issues in connection with leases; and the enforcement of charges.
In reward the company offers a competitive benefits package and a base salary of between £55,000- £65,000
AJ Chambers is delighted to be representing a highly-regarded, medium sized law firm in London.
The firm is seeking a NQ Commercial Property Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their busy Property Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor to take the next step in their career and work with a leading law firm that offers excellent progression opportunities.
The successful candidate will have experience in dealing with the buying and selling of commercial property, land acquisitions and option agreements, property development, landlord and tenant management, commercial leases, and commercial financing.
You can look forward to joining a busy commercial property department with a firm that is currently in the process of expanding. As a result, there are excellent prospects for career progression and highly competitive salaries are available.
In reward, the company offers a competitive benefits package and a base salary of between £45,000- £55,000
AJ Chambers are currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic, medium sized law firm in London. The firm are looking at significant growth over the next 18 months and are investing heavily towards this presently.
The firm are seeking a Senior Solicitor to join their Commercial Litigation team, with technical expertise across a broad range of commercial disputes, including board, shareholder and partnership disputes, contested probate, inheritance disputes, commercial disputes, warranty claim, banking litigation and financial services.
You will likely need a minimum of 10 years PQE and will already be a Senior Solicitor who is a partner or looking to move into a Partner level role. As an experienced Solicitor, you will have a great track record of developing new lines of business, as well as harnessing existing ones, any client following will certainly be advantageous.
In return, you will be looking to join a firm with a fantastic culture and offering to their staff, along with exciting growth plans. The salary on offer will be £85,000- £95,000.
Audit Manager/Senior Manager | Progression to RI
Central London
£65,000 - £75,000
A Top 50 Accountancy firm in Central London are growing their Auditing team and now have a requirement for an Audit Managers who are ambitious to progress within the firm to become an RI
What's great about this Audit Manager role?
Working with clients across the various industries, including tech/media Fantastic progression opportunities to RI Salary reviews & promotions twice a year Flexible & agile working, 2 confirmed days working at home
Your role as an Audit Manager:
This is a varied role which involves, Audit (75%), and ad-hoc advice (25%). Managing a portfolio of media clients and ensuring that all deadlines are met. Ensuring the work is carried out within budget, company evaluations are completed, and the job is finalised in line with ISO 9001 procedures. Manage and mentor the team, developing Junior members and ensuring high quality of work. Actively promote and market the firm to attract new clients and retain and develop relationships with existing clients.
What you'll need to succeed:
You should be ACA or ACCA qualified. Have a minimum of 2 years' experience within a management position. Applying technical knowledge in a clear and commercial way (UK GAAP, FRS 101, FRS 102 and IFRS). Be committed to continuous development and ensuring technical competence is continually improved.AJ Chambers is working with a specialist accountancy practice who focus on the Music and Entertainment industry. They are looking for a Bookkeeper / Tour Accountant to join their team as a Business Manager due to 20% growth in the last year.
You will manage a portfolio of clients and be their main point of call on all matters. Typical client base includes; Recording Artists, Touring Artists, Songwriters, Music Producers, Artist Managers, Booking Agents, Recording Studios, Record Labels, Music Publishers, Music Merchandisers, Creative Design Agents, Authors, Actors, Social Media & TV Presenters.
What will you be doing?
To undertake day to day bookkeeping and business management for a portfolio of clients. Assist with the handling of the portfolio’s financial and personal affairs, whilst meeting the needs and client’s expectations. Processing sales invoices, receipts and payments. Completing and filing of client VAT Returns and IOSS Identifying issues and resolving. Liaising directly with clients and suppliers on queries to ensure timely completion and a professional manner. Providing credit control services for client portfolio. Preparing client cash flow reports and forecasting. Tour accounting including preparing reports for tour support, 360 commission and other reports in respect of mitigating withholding taxes Preparing monthly management accounts. Dealing with financial paperwork and responding to HMRC queries. Settlement of all client invoices and tax liabilities to meet deadlines. Preparation of UK Certificates of Residence, A1’s and international withholding tax forms. Direct client facing role that requires a confident and professional approach to client servicing. Knowledge of Payroll and Pensions required as Business Manager would need to liaise with the client on a monthly basis to ascertain changes needed.What is required of you?
Prior experience working within an environment servicing music and entertainment clients. Previous experience with software packages including Quick Books and Xero are a bonus. AAT qualified and/or suitable/relevant book-keeping/business management experience. Knowledge of VAT rules, Accounts, Tax and Payroll desirable.What’s in it for you?
Flexible working Access to client gigs / events. All staff were recently invited to a festival from their clients 25 days holiday Genuine progression as the company continues to growIf you are interested in this role or would like to find out more, please apply with your CV or contact Samuel Dougall at AJ Chambers.
About the firm
Established for over 50 years, this is a dynamic, medium-sized firm with offices in Central London, with 10 partners & around 80 staff, ranging from apprentices to highly experienced managers.
They provide the full range of professional services typically provided by an established and progressive accountancy firm, including audit and accounts, management consultancy, payroll and taxation.
The ‘go to’ firm for small and medium sized enterprises providing a truly excellent professional service that is tailored to meet clients’ needs and requirements. Clients range from all fields of business, industry, the professions and arts, including large corporates operating nationally and internationally, privately owned businesses of every size, partnerships, sole traders and self-employed individuals.
About the role
Semi-Senior Accountant to work within a busy Accounting Solutions Department in the London office, which provides a wide range of services to clients, including accounts preparation, bookkeeping and the production of management accounts and information.
The main duties for this position will involve working on the books and records for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies (including those within groups) along with the preparation of VAT returns, statutory and management accounts.
The ideal candidate will have relevant previous experience, have completed their AAT qualification and will be self-motivated, computer literate and have good written and verbal communication skills. Study support may be made available for candidates completing or looking to complete their ACCA qualification.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
Undertaking bookkeeping on behalf of clients (in house or at client premises), including processing transactions from documents provided by the client and reconciling control accounts, including Bank, Sales ledger, Purchase ledger and VAT The preparation and completion of client VAT returns, including liaising with the client to provide the required information, producing supporting schedules and completing the VAT return by the deadline Completing small accounts and management accounts assignments, with appropriate training, guidance and supervision. To include completion of the accounts file, in accordance with procedures and production of accounts on CCH Central Software for review by Managers. Ad-hoc arrangements, either in house or at a client’s premises covering any of the above areas or general book keeping and accounts work Record time spent on each client’s affairs using the relevant computer software to submit weekly timesheets, ensuring that work is completed within budget Attend and participate in team meetings and attend training such as seminars and CPD updates as necessary Other ad hoc duties as may be required from time to time in order to assist the smooth running of the Accounting Solutions Department or to provide additional assistance to clients
Essential skills:
Previous experience in book keeping, completing VAT returns and accounts preparation, having completed the AAT qualification (Professional Diploma in Accounting) or equivalent Ideally we are looking for a minimum of 18 months to 2 years’ relevant experience Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines Good organisation skills with the ability to multi task and assist on ad hoc assignment Ability to communicate information clearly, concisely and accurately, both in person and when using the telephone and email Ability to check for accuracy and give good attention to detail
Desirable skills:
Prior experience of using CCH software packages, Sage, Quickbooks and/or Xero Account Good IT skills, including experience of accounting software programs, Word, Excel and other Windows based systems
AJ Chambers is delighted to be working with a highly reputable mid-sized law firm with offices in London and East Anglia.
With a particularly strong reputation for its work in the technology sector, the firm’s clientele includes high-growth companies, venture capital funds and multinationals.
Sharing the same value as its clients, the firm has a strong commitment to innovation which leaves it aptly placed to understand and solve the challenges faced by its clients.
The employment team has grown organically over the last several years and the team now requires an additional partner to assist with the continued development of the team from leadership, management and strategic viewpoint.
This individual can be based in my client's London, Cambridge or Oxford office.
The employment team offers domestic and international employment law advice and focuses on assisting large multinationals and high-growth companies on complex strategic plans, HR challenges and transactional matters.
About you
This role would suit a highly experienced employment Partner (or lawyer looking to step into Partnership) with a passion for supporting growth-stage companies or larger multinational employers.
Experience advising international clients is essential for this role.
A client following would be a benefit but is not a strict requirement. You must however have a demonstrable track record of winning and building new business and developing and maintaining key client relationships.
You will likely have a good mix of experience across contentious, non-contentious and transactional matters, and will have practised within a city or leading regional or boutique practice.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive pay and benefits package, you will also benefit from joining a firm committed to supporting your ambitions and fostering a collaborative, supporting and fun culture.
AJ Chambers is currently working with a full-service law firm based in Battersea.
The firm is looking to add an experienced employment solicitor to its practice to join the firm's growing employment team.
This role will suit individuals with at least 8 years of post-qualification experience who have experience advising across a mixed caseload of contentious, non-contentious and transactional employment matters. The ideal person will also be comfortable acting on behalf of claimants and respondents.
The team advise on key matters such as:
Assisting with TUPE transfers and other corporate transactions Defending employment tribunal claims Advising on discrimination and whistle-blowing cases Drafting contracts, policies and procedures Handling senior executive severancesA client following would be beneficial but is not a strict requirement. That said a track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships is essential.
Personal Tax Senior
AJ Chambers are currently seeking a Personal Tax Senior to join a highly reputable firm’s London office
Highlights
Flexible working arrangements Great variety of clients (some are fairly high profile)
Personal Tax Senior Responsibilities
Complete tax returns using tax software Complete all P11D’s and associated s336 claims Ensure client receives tax return and any client queries are dealt with Calculate total tax liability for clients and advise client of when and how to pay tax and any interest, surcharges and penalties. Explain and apply maximum pension contributions in relation to earnings for clients. Review tax returns drafted by junior members of staff Assist Partners on tax issues in client meetings Identify any additional opportunities for work outside of the standard cycle. Review debtors and remind clients of any outstanding fees.
Personal Tax Senior Requirements
ATT qualified, preferably CTA qualified or equivalent 2 years + experience
For further information on this Personal Tax Senior, please apply direct or contact Thomas Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers​
A large and vibrant Law Firm based in the City of London has an exciting opportunity for a recent Graduate who is looking to make that first or second move into a fantastic Law Firm.
The Team Assistant role will sit within a central pool of Assistants with three other members supporting across the firm and occasionally being assigned to a particular practice depending on needs.
The successful candidate will have at least 6-12 months administration experience, ideally within a legal firm or professional services firm.
The role will offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Personal Tax Senior
AJ Chambers are Currently recruiting for an Personal Tax Senior to join a well-known Firm’s growing Tax team in London
About the Firm:
Well known mis-tier firm that is recognised for the good level of work that they produce Partners have an open door policy Great culture, which is promoted through regular social events after work and on weekends Incredibly flexible with working from home
Personal Tax Senior Responsibilities:
Processing personal Tax returns Working on tax matters including but not limited to: Capital gains, trusts and estates, income, non-domicile, expatriate and resident. Providing Tax planning advice on an adhoc basis Attend and participate in team meetings and attend training such as tax webinars/ seminars and CPD updates as necessary Attend client meetings Liaising with clients and HMRC on a regular basis Managing the Annual ERS returns submission season Assisting with billing and WIP
Personal Tax Senior Requirements:
Ideally ATT qualified Experience of working through 2 busy seasons Possess excellent communication skills – both verbal and written Fully conversant with current tax issues and relevant legislation
For more information on this Personal Tax role, please contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers.