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I would happily recommend BCL Legal to anyone looking for a new role. BCL Legal matched my skill set to the jobs that they have put me up for and as a result, I have been able to fit into a job and organisation quickly and be productive from day one. What sets BCL Legal apart, for me, is their friendliness that is matched by their professionalism. I found BCL Legal extremely helpful, personable and professional.
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Real Estate Senior Associate, Dublin

Belfast

Negotiable

BCL Legal is currently working on an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join a top-tier, market-leading real estate team in Belfast.

Posted 5 hours ago

Commercial Solicitor 4+

Newcastle and Tyneside

£60,000 - 70,000

Commercial Solicitor | 4+PQE | Newcastle | Legal 500

Posted 6 hours ago

Commercial Solicitor

Liverpool and Merseyside

Negotiable

A highly regarded, niche commercial law firm based in Liverpool is continuing its strategic growth and is looking to appoint Commercial Lawyers, from 2 PQE+ to join its friendly and collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established firm with a long standing track record, an outstanding reputation in the market, and a client base that genuinely punches above its weight for a firm of its size.

Posted 7 hours ago

Senior Family Solicitor

North West

£55,000 - 70,000

Senior Family Solicitor - Greater Manchester/Lancashire - Remote working available

Posted 8 hours ago

Real Estate Associate

Leeds and West Yorkshire

Negotiable

Real Estate Associate (3+ PQE) | International Law Firm | Leeds

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