Looking for a new challenge? We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our friendly team. At Kenneth Bush, we put our people first, offering a flexible, supportive and fun-loving place to build your career.
Life shouldn’t revolve around work
We know the best parts of life happen outside the office. From planning an impromptu trip with family to exploring new hobbies with friends, we’re keen to provide our team with the time and freedom to live life to the fullest.
That’s why we offer flexible working, plenty of annual leave, and a supportive work environment, so you can fit work around your commitments.
Need to do the school run before coming into the office? You can start late. Want to work from home a couple of days a week? That’s fine with us. Prefer to work part time? Let us know the hours you want to work.
Whatever your situation, we can accommodate it, with:
- Flexible working, including work-from-home days
- Generous holiday allowance
- Career growth opportunities
- Extended Christmas office closures
- Free parking
- Plenty of social events throughout the year
- Volunteer days in the local community (with days off in lieu)
Plenty of opportunities to build a career
Whether you’re looking for your first job or you’ve been in the workplace for decades, we’d love to hear from you if you think you’re a good fit. We put our people first, ensuring that if you want to progress in your career, you’re given the right opportunities.
Even if you join Kenneth Bush in an administrative role and you decide you want to become a legal practitioner, we can help you get qualified.
Thinking about pursuing a career in law?
We may be biased, but we think law is a great sector to work in if you’re looking to pursue a hard but rewarding profession. From family law to corporate law, we work in a wide range of legal fields, giving you flexibility and variety in your day-to-day.
We have an open-door policy
We openly encourage our team to share their ideas and feedback, as well as any challenges they’re facing. As a small business with fewer than 50 employees, you can rest assured that your opinions will be heard and valued.
Based in historic King’s Lynn town
With two offices in King’s Lynn and strong ties to the local community, we are committed to giving back and encourage our employees to volunteer in the local community if they wish. Any days spent volunteering are given back to you as holiday in lieu.
Vacancies
Property Solicitor/Conveyancer
We are seeking a skilled and knowledgeable Commercial and Residential Property Lawyer to join our Property team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial and residential law, with the ability to navigate complex legal issues and provide sound advice to businesses. This role requires excellent negotiation skills and a proactive approach to legal challenges, ensuring that our clients’ interests are protected while fostering positive business relationships.
Duties
- Provide expert legal advice on a variety of commercial and residential property matters, including contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Represent clients in negotiations with third parties, ensuring favourable terms and conditions are achieved.
- Conduct legal research to support case preparation and provide informed recommendations.
- Advise clients on risk management strategies and compliance issues related to their business operations.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure that legal considerations are integrated into business decisions.
- Stay updated on changes in legislation affecting commercial and residential property law and advise clients accordingly.
Skills
- Exceptional negotiation skills, with the ability to advocate effectively for clients while maintaining professional relationships.
- Strong analytical skills to assess complex legal documents and identify potential issues.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling clear articulation of legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Ability to manage own caseload independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Proven problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic environment that values expertise in commercial and property law. If you possess the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this exciting role as a Commercial and Residential property Lawyer.
Experience
- Preferably 2 years PQE but less experience considered.
- Confident to work autonomously but within and supported by a friendly team environment
Benefits include:
- 27 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Extended Christmas office closures
- Free parking
- Hybrid working
Please send your CV to our New Conduit Street office marked for the attention of Lucie Egleton-Dagg or email legleton-dagg@kennethbush.com or saldham@kennethbush.com. Further details available on request.
Private Client Solicitor
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Private Client Solicitor to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in private client work, demonstrating exceptional negotiation skills and a commitment to providing outstanding service to our clients. This role involves advising clients on a range of matters including wills, trusts, estate planning, and probate.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal advice to clients on private client matters, including wills, trusts, and court of protection.
- Draft and review legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
- Conduct negotiations on behalf of clients to achieve favourable outcomes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
- Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting private client work.
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as financial advisors and accountants, to provide comprehensive service to clients.
- Manage a caseload efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- 3+ years PQE with relevant experience in private client law.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to advocate effectively for clients.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on client care.
- Ability own caseload independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in all aspects of work.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and addressing challenges and the ability to think critically under pressure. We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality legal services and who are eager to contribute positively to our team.
This position offers an opportunity for professional growth in line with the business needs and the individuals proven ability.
Salary dependant on experience.
Benefits include:
- 27 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Extended Christmas office closures
- Free parking
- Hybrid working
Please send your CV to our New Conduit Street office marked for the attention of Lucie Egleton-Dagg or email legleton-dagg@kennethbush.com or rhamilton@kennethbush.com. Further details available on request.