Qualified Lawyers

We value strategically thinking solicitors who will go the extra mile to support their client and the business needs of the firm.  If this sounds like you, we are always interested in hearing from suitably qualified candidates.

Paralegals and Legal Graduates

You will have the opportunity to learn from lawyers who are leaders in their fields and will be given access to a year-round training programme made up of in-house, external and digital training sessions, which is available to all staff.

We would love to help paralegals and recent legal graduates with excellent academics and a drive to succeed to develop their career!

Work Experience Placements

If you are interested in undertaking a work experience placement with us whilst you are studying, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We can offer work experience placements for just a few days, or up to a couple of months, depending on availability.
Please send an email with your cover letter and CV to: applications@gherson.co.uk

“I went in with no legal experience or legal education, so I was a little apprehensive and nervous on my first day. I had no need to be worried at all, my supervisor, Maria, asked about what I did have experience in and what I was interested in. My tasks were varied and interesting, and I was easily able to bring in my other educational and professional skills, I had the opportunity to write blogs, conduct research, and summarise case law. I always felt supported in my tasks, and never like I couldn’t ask questions or be proactive if I was stuck on something. I was based in the complex immigration team but was able to work alongside the UK immigration team as well, and really enjoyed being able to learn about and experience the different work that each did!

My colleagues were so lovely and welcoming. I found that everyone has been eager to help, answer questions, and check in on how you’re finding your time here. Gherson has an exceptionally social and friendly environment. I’ve really enjoyed my two weeks here, I’m very grateful for the opportunity and the experience as a whole!”

Zoe Olsen-Groome (Intern, March 2024)

Business Support

Our business support roles are key to providing our fee earners with the assistance required to deliver world-class legal advice. We have an underlying sense of pride in who we are and what we do, and our inclusive culture values everyone’s contribution to the success of the Firm.

Practice Manager / Head of People Operations

Gherson Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

**Please note that this role is fully office-based**

Main Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Management and oversight of the Administration and Support functions
• Support to the IT, Finance and Compliance teams, including management of the breaches register
• Organisation of the firm’s business and buildings insurance
• Approval and monitoring of weekly office supplies
• Review and update of all Office Manual policies
• Planning and coordination of all training
• Management of all employee relations matters
• Management and administration of all recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, covering the full employee lifecycle
• Absence management
• Performance management
• Monitoring chargeable hours and utilisation
• Working with Partners and other stakeholders to manage non-billable commitments
• Responsibility for ensuring all employees have up-to-date right to work status
• Management and coordination of the internship and work experience placement programmes
• Project Management as required

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Practice Manager, or People or Operations Manager in a law firm
• Strong knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct and Accounts Rules
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and is committed to lifelong learning to build knowledge and expertise
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to quickly build relationships
• Strong focus on day-to-day resource management and delivering continuous positive impact on business performance
• Ability to manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Commercially minded with strong risk management and business acumen
• Strong IT skills

Please click on the link here to apply for this position.

Civil Litigation Solicitor – Civil/Commercial Disputes

Gherson Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

**Please note that this role is fully office-based**

We would like to hear from candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in a mid/top-market (London or regional) or City disputes resolution practice (or practices), focusing predominantly or solely on civil matters concerning high-value and/ or complex corporate, commercial and financial disputes in the Senior Courts/ UKSC or in international arbitral fora.
• A strong grasp of the CPR and the Commercial Court Guide, as well as the CE-File system.
• A proven track record of working on complex civil litigation across their career to date.
• An ability to handle their own caseload (with supervision) for less complex cases, as well as assist on larger matters.

The ideal candidate would also have experience in some of the following:

• Civil fraud.
• Cross-border disputes and/ or the conflict of laws.
• Sanctions and white-collar crime/ investigations matters.
• Conducting litigation in the Central London County Court.
• Personal finance/ banking matters for high net worth and/ or ultra-high net worth individuals.

The skills required for this role will include:

• Ability to work to deadlines/targets, prioritise and manage a caseload and deliver effective solutions.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative with a positive attitude.
• A commercial, solution-driven, and client-focused approach.
• Strong legal and analytical skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Please click on the link here to apply for this position.

Immigration and Human Rights Lawyer (EU Qualified)

Gherson Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

*Please note that this role is fully office-based.

*You must be qualified to practice as a lawyer in the EU.

Main Responsibilities

• EU inbound immigration routes including Schengen visa applications
• Irish FBR and Passport applications
• Drafting in French
• Working knowledge of legal proceedings before the Belgian or French courts
• Knowledge of the Refugee convention, and European and International human rights law (desirable).

Skills

• Written and spoken fluency in French and English
• Excellent drafting ability
• Outstandiნg knowledge of immigration law and the industry as a whole
• Must be able to advise, internally and externally, across all areas of EU immigration law
• Excellent client management and customer care skills
• Demonstrable ability to lead a team with good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all regulatory and compliance obligations
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in creating new client relationships
• High attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Called to the bar in either France or Belgium (preferred)
• EU qualified lawyer (essential)
• Fluent professional French and English (essential).

Please click on the link here to apply for this position.

Paralegal

Gherson Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

*Please note that this position will be working in the office five days a week.

Main Responsibilities

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in both Russian and English
• High attention to detail
• Ability to deal efficiently with competing priorities
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent client and customer care and management
• Integrity
• Legal compliance

Knowledge

• Immigration law
• Home Office procedure

Qualifications

• Law degree, or conversion
• SQE, or
• LPC

Key Role Outcomes

Communication
Ensure that all correspondence with authorities and clients is dealt with in a timely and professional manner. Understand and uphold the firm and its employees’ obligation of confidentiality to all clients and matters of the firm.

Client Care and Administration
Create and manage both electronic and hard copy files, and prepare both electronic and hard copy bundles. Ensure that the case management system is used effectively, making sure that the client files are always up to date, and that documents and correspondence are always filed on the same day. Complete client questionnaires and submit all Home Office and Passport Office application forms, as well as court and tribunal forms and applications.

Drafting
Produce a high level of drafting, under supervision, of all court pleadings, applications, and supporting documentation, in addition to letters, legal advice, statements, and witness statements.

Meetings
Ensure that all Home Office/court deadlines are diarised. Attend appointments at courts, tribunals, and all Home Office, Passport Office, and OVRO appointments/interviews, routine directions, client and Counsel meetings and conferences. Take notes and moderate meetings and calls with clients and external professionals.

Accounts and Billing
Maintain up-to-date time recording on all matters. Undertake accounts duties and billing as required, and understand the Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Business Development
Understand the commercial aspect of the role. Take part in networking events and write blog articles to be published on the Gherson website.

Professionalism
Deputise for other members of the team in their absence, passing urgent and complex issues to senior fee earners for guidance. Ensure that all the firm’s procedures are adhered to, including anti-money laundering and KYC compliance, file opening, complaints, and accounts procedures.

Training
Undertake any specific training when required to do so and fulfil the responsibility of professional self-development.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a skilled paralegal, with demonstrable experience in immigration. You will be a high-energy, can-do individual with excellent organisational and communication skills. You must be a strong team player, able to work across several disciplines, and work well with a variety of stakeholders. Written and spoken fluency in both Russian and English is essential.

Applications will only be accepted if submitted via this link.

Receptionist

Gherson Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

Main Responsibilities

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Efficient ability to prioritise a conflicting workload
• Flexibility and dependability
• Practical use of Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Resilient character with a positive attitude
• Ability to be self-motivated
• Professionally presented
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong ability to multi-task

Knowledge

• Prior knowledge and experience of working on a busy reception desk, front office representative, or similar position
• Office management experience is desirable

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree, or equivalent

Key Role Outcomes 

Communication. Welcome clients in a warm and professional manner, answering any questions they may have. Answer all incoming calls promptly, either forwarding them on or taking detailed messages.
Meetings. Co-ordinate the on-line diary, ensuring that meeting room allocations were scheduled appropriately and appointment requests made in a timely manner. Ensure that the meeting rooms are kept tidy, stocked with water and with clean glassware at all times.
Administration. Maintain an up-to-date electronic file of all correspondence and any other relevant documents pertaining to the management of the reception desk. Assist with a variety of administrative tasks including copying, scanning, taking notes, and making travel plans.
Supplies. Management of all supplies including, newspaper and magazine subscriptions, and kitchen and meeting room supplies.
Telephone. Handle all issues relating to the telephone system promptly and with a calm and organised approach.
Post. Arrange couriers and deliveries accurately and in an organised fashion. Manage all incoming and outgoing post, in conjunction with the administration team.
Security. Help maintain workplace security by issuing, checking, and collecting badges as necessary and maintaining visitor logs.
Professionalism. Deputise for other members of the team in their absence, passing urgent and complex issues to management for guidance. Help ensure a professional first impression is made by phone and in person. Maintain a tidy, organised and presentable reception desk.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be an experienced receptionist with a background of working in a fast-paced environment. The ability to multi-task, be proactive and to think on your feet is a must. You will be a high-energy, can-do individual with excellent organisational and communication skills. You must be a strong team player able to offer support and help where required and work well with a variety of stakeholders.

Applications will only be accepted if submitted via this link.