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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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BCL was very selective with the interviews arranged, appreciating that with time constraints we were focused on interviewing only the highest quality candidates with a very close fit.
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Employment Solicitor

Oxfordshire

£84,000 - 95,000

Employment Solicitor | International law firm | Oxford | £84,000 - £95,000 Our international law firm client are seeking an ambitious Employment Associate to join their growing Employment team in Oxford.

Posted 11 hours ago

In-House Employment Lawyer

Surrey

£80,000 - 95,000

FTSE 100 company | In-House Employment Counsel | Hybrid | £80-95k

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Real Estate (Environmental) Associate

West Midlands

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Real Estate/Environmental Law Associate Solicitor | 2+ PQE | National Law Firm | Birmingham

Posted 14 hours ago

Real Estate Solicitor

Newcastle and Tyneside

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A large commercial firm in Newcastle is looking to hire a Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE) to join its team.

Posted 17 hours ago

Construction Litigation Associate

Central London

£85,000 - 100,000

Construction Litigation Associate | 2-5 PQE | International Law Firm - City of London

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