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Thank you for working so hard in getting me this position. You both spent so much time and put in much effort in arranging interviews, even working late into the evening. 
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Family Solicitor, Regional Firm in Worcestershire
I found BCL’s knowledge, contacts and guidance invaluable in my search for my first move in-house. This ultimately lead to a placement with a multi-national plc.
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Counsel, BAE Systems
I have worked with BCL Legal for the past 6 years. They take the time to visit to discuss our needs. Working with James Batt as closely as we do has produced some excellent results. 
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Partner, Kennedys Law

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Latest Vacancies

Property Litigation 2+

Manchester

Negotiable

BCL is working with an award winning full service law firm, looking to recruit a 2+ PQE Property Litigation Solicitor to join its team in Manchester

Posted 16 hours ago

Commercial Lawyer - Recognised Brand - 80% remote

West Midlands

Negotiable

Commercial Lawyer - Recognised Brand - Full time or Part Time - 80% remote

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Conveyancing Assistant/Junior Case Manager

Liverpool and Merseyside

£21,000 - 24,000

Conveyancing Assistant/Junior Case Manager - Liverpool - Hybrid working

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In-house Construction Solicitor

North West

Negotiable

In-house Construction Solicitor opportunity with a leading civil, mechanical and electrical engineering company. Greater Manchester.

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In-house Paralegal

Manchester

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Highly successful Manchester company seeks commercial minded paralegal to join its dedicated legal department as an In-house Paralegal.

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