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At Switalskis, we’re driven by a profound commitment to not only provide the highest quality of legal services but to create a harmonious and enriching workspace for our team. Our ethos is deeply rooted in fostering a culture that prioritises a healthy work-life balance, making Switalskis not just a place to work, but a community in which to grow, learn and thrive.

Our primary goal is to ensure that the work environment is supportive and rewarding. We champion a culture where our colleagues feel valued, supported and well-compensated for their efforts.

We celebrate diversity and are steadfast in our commitment to promoting equality and inclusion at every level within our firm. Our reputable stance on these values not only enriches our work culture but is reflected in the legal services we provide and the profound nature of the cases we choose to take.

Joining Switalskis is a step towards a career filled with endless learning and development opportunities. We’re keen to nurture your growth and make sure you enjoy what you do and evolve professionally during your time with us.

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Legal Assistant - Costs (Costs Coordinator ) - DoncasterView details

ABOUT US 

Switalskis is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 for the third consecutive year. 

Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield.  Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

THE ROLE 

We're looking for an organised and detail-oriented Costs Coordinator to join our busy Personal Injury team in Doncaster. Working closely with our in-house Costs team, you'll play an important role in supporting Fee Earners with the administration of costs on personal injury files, helping to ensure cases progress efficiently and costs are managed accurately throughout the lifecycle of each claim.

Whether you're an experienced administrator, finance assistant, or secretary looking for a new challenge, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive team where full training will be provided.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Costs Coordinator, you'll be responsible for a varied workload, including:

  • Calculating payments on account of costs and final costs payments.
  • Calculating fixed costs in line with relevant rules and procedures.
  • Supporting Fee Earners with the recovery of fixed costs and disbursements from the paying party.
  • Managing the billing of costs, including issuing and processing invoices.
  • Paying disbursements and fee notes accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Scheduling and monitoring future costs payments.
  • Managing file closures, including write-offs where required.
  • Handling claims on insurance policies and assisting with disputed claims and negotiations.
  • Collating and maintaining accurate costs and financial data, including claims information for insurers.
  • Working closely with the Head of Funding, Fee Earners, and the Costs team to support the smooth running of costs administration across the department.
  • Undertaking any other duties appropriate to the role as required.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage a varied workload.
  • Numerate with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
  • An effective communicator who can build positive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
  • Experienced in an administrative, finance assistant, accounts, or secretarial role (desirable).
  • Interested in developing a career within a legal environment. Previous legal experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative and supportive Personal Injury team, where you'll gain valuable experience in legal costs administration and have the opportunity to develop your skills within a respected legal practice.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time hours (minimum 25 hours per week).

click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch.

For any questions please contact Recruitment@Switalskis.com

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Property Development Solicitor / Legal Executive / Conveyancer - Flexible locationView details

ABOUT US

Switalskis is an award-winning law firm, recently listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the third consecutive year.

Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

THE ROLE

We're looking for a Residential Development Fee Earner to join our growing Real Estate team. If you enjoy working on high-quality residential development matters, building strong client relationships and being part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll manage your own varied caseload, work closely with developer clients and play an important role in delivering an excellent client experience from instruction through to completion.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Managing a residential development caseload, including site set-up, management agreements, POS transfers, infrastructure agreements and deeds of easement.
  • Drafting a range of supporting documentation, including deeds of covenant, deeds of release and deeds of variation.
  • Advising clients, attending meetings and providing practical legal guidance throughout transactions.
  • Completing client due diligence and AML checks in line with firm procedures.
  • Supervising paralegals and managing the progression of the plot sales pipeline.
  • Building lasting client relationships and providing proactive, responsive communication.
  • Supporting business development initiatives and helping grow our residential development offering.
  • Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with firm procedures and quality standards.
  • Keeping your legal knowledge up to date through continued learning and development.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Essential

  • Around 2 years' experience (or more) working in Residential Development.
  • Experience managing your own residential development caseload.
  • Knowledge of AML requirements within a conveyancing environment.
  • Excellent client care, communication and organisational skills.
  • A proactive, professional and collaborative approach.
  • An interest in developing client relationships and contributing to the growth of the team.

Desirable

  • A qualified solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or equivalent, or working towards a relevant qualification.
  • Experience using legal case management systems.
  • Familiarity with legal technology and software such as DocuSign.

 Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact Recruitment@Switalskis.com

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Conveyancing Assistant - WakefieldView details

ABOUT US 

Switalskis is an award-winning law firm, recently listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the third consecutive year.

Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield.  Since then we’ve expanded to 11 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

THE ROLE 

In this role, you will work closely with our Residential Conveyancing team, providing vital support to Conveyancers in managing property transactions. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist fee-earners in managing a varied caseload of property transactions from start to finish.
  • Prepare and issue initial documentation to clients in a timely manner.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, estate agents, solicitors, and mortgage lenders at every stage of the transaction.
  • Conduct property searches and assist with client on boarding.
  • Provide administrative support, including data entry and file management.
  • Monitor the progress of cases and proactively follow up to ensure files are moving forward as required.
  • Ensure all files meet regulatory compliance standards.
  • Deliver excellent service to clients by providing regular updates and keeping them informed throughout the process.

What you'll bring

    • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
    • Ability to manage a busy workload and work well under pressure.
    • A keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy.
    • IT literate, with experience using relevant software.
    • Friendly, approachable, and professional, in line with our company values, with a welcoming attitude to both clients and colleagues.

  • click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact

    Recruitment@Switalskis.com

    Apply online
    Legal Secretary - Huddersfield View details

    ABOUT US 

    Switalskis is an award-winning law firm, recently listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the third consecutive year.

    Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, we began with a focus on child care law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then we’ve expanded to 12 locations employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

    A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. Last year we were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

    THE ROLE

    You will support our Mental Health and Court of Protection teams, working closely with fee earners to provide high-quality administrative support and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department. You will also be a point of contact for clients, delivering a professional and welcoming experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Providing administrative and secretarial support to the Mental Health and Court of Protection teams
    • Audio typing, file management, and maintaining accurate records
    • Managing diaries, telephone calls, and correspondence
    • Handling client enquiries, including new enquiries, in a professional manner
    • Supporting the efficient daily operation of the department

    This role is based at our Huddersfield office and can be full or part time.  The role will be office based, with the option to move to a hybrid working arrangement once you are fully trained and comfortable in the role.  As the role would be suitable for a part time employee please indicate your preferred working pattern. 

      What You’ll Bring

      Essential

      • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
      • Confident communication skills, both verbal and written
      • Good typing skills and IT literacy
      • Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
      • A flexible, team-focused approach to work

      Desirable

      • Experience working in a solicitor’s practice
      • Familiarity with legal case management systems (including CCMS)
      • Experience using legal word processing software


      Click the link below to submit your application and a member of the team will be in touch. For any questions please contact Recruitment@Switalskis.com

      Apply online
      Headshot of Julie Guest, our head of people

      A career at Switalskis means being part of a firm that cares and is here for you. One of our big goals is to be a great place to work, and we really strive to achieve that.

      I'm delighted that we've once again been recognised as one of The Sunday Times 2025 Best Places to Work. We’ve been recognised in the ‘Best Big Organisations’ category, that's companies with 250 to 1,999 employees. Out of the 115 organisations selected in this group, just seven are law firms and only three of those, including Switalskis, are proudly based in Yorkshire.

      To put that into context, there are almost 10,000 regulated law firms in the UK – and only 24 across all categories made this year’s list. That makes our achievement something truly special.

      Switalskis is a firm that’s going places. We’re dynamic and progressive, and we never stand still. We have previously been crowned Large Firm of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest-growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

      Julie Guest
      Chief People Officer

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      Benefits at Switalskis

      We believe in fairly rewarding our team. Our competitive salaries are complemented by a range of benefits including the below. We review the benefits we offer to employees regularly to make sure they remain competitive and align with our values.

      Financial

      • Qualifying earnings company pension scheme
      • Contractual sick pay for up to 5 weeks
      • Enhanced maternity payments
      • 12 weeks of statutory maternity leave
      • Recruitment bonus payments

      Work-life balance

      • Flexible working hours
      • Remote working available (role-dependent)
      • Perkbox membership

      Holidays

      • 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays and company days (prorated)
      • Additional half-day holiday for Christmas and New Year’s Eve
      • Option to buy or sell annual leave

      Health and wellbeing

      • Group life assurance scheme
      • Group income protection
      • Group critical illness
      • Bupa Wellbeing Plan, including membership for up to 4 children

      We believe that who we are makes us a great place to pursue a career. Email recruitment@switalskis.com to find out more.

      Why Switalskis?

      Embarking on a career at Switalskis means
      choosing to become part of a firm that goes
      beyond the conventional legal practice to
      create an environment of growth, support
      and balance.

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      Rich heritage and reputation

      With a strong legacy in the legal sector, Switalskis has built a reputation for excellence, integrity and impactful service. Being a part of our team means contributing to a prestigious and meaningful legacy.

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      Inclusive and diverse culture

      Our firm is a tapestry of diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every person feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute their best.

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      Professional growth and development

      Your growth is our priority. At Switalskis, we provide learning opportunities, mentorship and an environment to hone your skills, expand your knowledge and ascend in your legal career. To find out more about career development at Switalskis, take a look at our guide.

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      Work-life balance

      We understand the importance of your personal time. While we are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services, we also promote a healthy work-life balance to make sure our team members have ample time for their personal pursuits and wellbeing.

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      Innovative hybrid working model

      Embracing the future of work, we offer a balanced hybrid-working model. This model encourages collaboration, flexibility and a harmonious blend of in-office and remote work, catering to the evolving needs of our workforce and the firm.

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      Community engagement

      Our business is deeply rooted in community service. Being part of Switalskis means engaging in meaningful community outreach initiatives and embodying our belief in the positive impact of legal service in society.

      Life at Switalskis

      Starting a career at Switalskis propels you into
      one of the UK’s top-tier law firms, but don’t just
      take our word for it. Team members from across
      the business have shared their journey and
      experiences to provide a glimpse into life at Switalskis.

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      Employee stories

      An insight into the Switalskis team

      Photo of Laura Cates

      I enjoy hybrid working. When I am in the office, I use this as time to speak with colleagues about their thoughts on cases and anything relevant within the news for example, a judgment. When I am at home, I use this time to complete detailed pieces of work without the distraction of the office. I’m also able to get out on a lunch time to walk my Sproodle!

      Laura CatesAssociate Solicitor
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      I’ve always known I wanted to help people but ruled out several professions before deciding on law. The first seat of my training contract was in commercial property, working between the Leeds and Knaresborough offices. I found the work very interesting especially drafting documents. I recently moved to the clinical negligence team, for my second seat, which I am finding both stimulating and challenging. Since joining, my integration into Switalskis has been seamless as everyone has been very welcoming and inviting.  I think it helped that I often brought in brownies and cakes that I’d baked!

      Emily ChanSolicitor
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      In 2012 I joined the Costs Team and in 2014 started studying the ACL Costs Lawyer course. I qualified as a Costs Lawyer in August 2017 and in 2023 I was promoted to Associate Costs Lawyer. I've not worked anywhere prior to Atherton Godfrey who integrated with Switalskis in December 2022, my entire career since the 90s has been at the same firm.

      Becky WhitfieldAssociate Costs Lawyer
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      I start my day by responding to any emails. I then check my task list and I complete any urgent tasks first. I complete records reviews, draft letters of instruction to experts and review expert reports. I also have cases that are in litigation where deadlines need to be adhered to and documents must be served. I also liaise with clients on a daily basis providing updates and taking instructions.

      Hannah CazalyAssociate Solicitor
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      photo of Rhiannon Moore

      There’s not a typical day in the Court of Protection, and that’s what I love most about it. Each client is so different and so we need to be able to take each client as they come to try and work out what will be best for them and how best to achieve it. I love travelling and meeting the clients but there is also lot of time in the office - preparing advice, drafting documents, and attending court, as many of our hearings are still being heard remotely.

      Rhiannon MooreSolicitor Apprentice
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