Rutherfords LLP

14/08/2026

Join Our Residential Conveyancing Team

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Legal Secretary to join our busy and friendly Residential Conveyancing Department on a full-time basis to provide one-on-one support to a Fee Earner.

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-organised individual with strong administrative and client care skills to become an integral part of our team delivering a high-quality service to clients.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Providing secretarial and administrative support to a Fee Earner
Audio typing
Managing diaries, appointments and meetings
Handling client enquiries professionally and efficiently and confidently giving quotations
Opening and closing client files
Maintaining accurate records and filing systems
Preparing legal documents and correspondence
Issuing draft Contracts, requesting searches and navigating Land Registry.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a Residential Conveyancing Department
Excellent typing and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Teams
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Excellent attention to detail
A professional and friendly manner with clients and colleagues
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience using case management systems would be advantageous

What We Offer:

Competitive salary
A supportive and friendly working environment in modern air-conditioned offices with on site parking

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected].��Rutherfords is a family focused business and we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

13/08/2026

Part-Time Legal Secretary Vacancy (Wills & Probate)

Location: Tamworth (Ventura Park)�Hours: Part-Time (Flexible Hours Considered)�Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
�Join Our Wills & Probate Team
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Legal Secretary to join our busy and friendly Wills & Probate Department on a part-time basis to provide support to a partner dealing with estates, trusts and Court of Protection applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-organised individual with strong administrative and client care skills to become an integral part of our team delivering a high-quality service to clients.

Key Responsibilities
* Providing secretarial and administrative support to a partner and other solicitors and fee earners
* Audio and copy typing of correspondence, wills, and legal documents
* Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings
* Handling client enquiries professionally and efficiently
* Opening and closing client files
* Maintaining accurate records and filing systems
* Preparing legal documents and correspondence
* Assisting with probate applications and estate administration matters
* General office administration duties as required

The Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a Wills & Probate department
* Excellent typing and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Teams
* Strong organisational and time management abilities
* Excellent attention to detail
* A professional and friendly manner with clients and colleagues
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Experience using case management systems would be advantageous

What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Flexible part-time working arrangements
* A supportive and friendly working environment in modern air-conditioned offices
* Car parking
* The chance to work within a well-established and respected legal practice celebrating 100 years
�How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected].��Rutherfords is a family focused business and we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

27/07/2026

Head of Residential Conveyancing Vacancy

Our current Head of Residential Conveyancing, Amanda Edwards is unfortunately leaving us to join her family’s growing business. She will be greatly missed but will leave open an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and commercially minded individual to take over the role to head up a truly great team on a full-time basis.

Key duties will include:

* Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and training conveyancing fee earners, paralegals, and legal assistants.
* Compliance & Risk: Ensuring the firm complies with all regulatory requirements, including our CQS accreditation and maintenance of lender panel memberships.
* Business Development: Delivering high service standards and driving department profitability, meeting income targets, and nurturing relationships with local estate agents and other key networks.
* Caseload Management: Handling highly complex or high-value property transactions (e.g., re-mortgages, shared ownership, and lease extensions).
* Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Fellow of CILEx, or Licensed Conveyancer.
* Experience: 6+ years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) in residential property with previous supervisory or management experience.

Rutherfords is a family focused business and the role will allow for some flexible and hybrid working.

Please forward your CV to [email protected]

27/07/2026

Residential Conveyancing Vacancy

As part of the Firm’s expansion plans and the development of our new office in Henley-in-Arden we are recruiting for an experienced, enthusiastic and driven Residential Conveyancer to join our Team based in Tamworth. We are open to full time or part- time candidates who have a minimum of 3 years PQE or at least 5 years experience, if qualified by experience.

Key duties will include:

* Business Development: Delivering high service standards, meeting income targets and preserving relationships with local estate agents and other key networks.
* Caseload: handling a variety of property transactions (e.g., sales, purchases, new builds, re-mortgages, shared ownership and lease extensions).
* Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Fellow of CILEx, or Licensed Conveyancer or qualified by experience .
* Experience: 3 + years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) in residential property or 7+ years experience in residential property handling own caseload

Rutherfords is a family focused business and the role will allow for some flexible and hybrid working.

Please forward your CV to [email protected]

20/07/2026

16/07/2026

📍 Rutherfords LLP expands into Henley-in-Arden

We’re delighted to announce the expansion of our services into Henley-in-Arden, marking an exciting new chapter in Rutherfords LLP’s continued growth.

For more than 100 years, we’ve been providing trusted legal advice to individuals and businesses across the Midlands. Our new Henley-in-Arden office brings our specialist legal services even closer to local communities, offering private consultation rooms, flexible appointments and access to our experienced team.

The office will be led by Christine Green, Chartered Paralegal (CILEX), who specialises in Private Client matters and will also be hosting local legal clinics and presentations in the months ahead.

Whether you need advice on Wills, Probate, Trusts, Residential Conveyancing, Employment, Commercial Law, Litigation or Debt Recovery, our team is here to help with practical, professional and personalised legal support.

As our Head of Private Client, Tony Illsley, explains:

“This move reflects both the continued growth of the practice and our commitment to providing high-quality personal legal advice to clients in the local community, building on the foundations that were laid in Tamworth just over 100 years ago. The expansion allows us to extend our trusted expertise to a wider community, while maintaining the same values of integrity, professionalism and personalised service that have shaped our reputation for more than 100 years.”

We look forward to welcoming clients from Henley-in-Arden, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Knowle and the surrounding areas.

Trusted legal advice for over a century. Now in Henley-in-Arden.

Contact our team on 01564 656413

08/07/2026

Meet the Team – Christine Green

We’re delighted to introduce Christine Green, our Chartered Paralegal (CILEX), who joined Rutherfords LLP in 2026 as part of the continued expansion of our Private Client Department.

Based at our Henley-in-Arden office, Christine specialises in helping clients plan for the future with confidence. Whether it’s preparing a Will or putting a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, she provides clear, practical guidance every step of the way.

After completing her Wills, Probate and Administration qualification in 2017 through the Institute of Paralegals, Christine went on to become a Chartered Paralegal and is a proud member of CILEX.

Christine understands that planning for the future can often involve sensitive and emotional decisions. She is known for her friendly, professional and patient approach, ensuring every client feels supported, listened to and reassured throughout the process.

Christine’s arrival also marks an exciting chapter for Rutherfords as we continue to grow our presence in Henley-in-Arden. Our expansion reflects our ongoing commitment to serving clients with integrity, clarity and care – values that have been at the heart of our firm for over a century.

Join us in giving Christine a warm welcome!

28/04/2026

We had a fantastic time at The Wilnecote School careers fair last week, meeting and inspiring the next generation of legal professionals.

Our team from Rutherfords LLP enjoyed engaging with students aged 12–16, sharing insights into the legal world, discussing career pathways, and answering some brilliant questions along the way.

It’s always rewarding to see such enthusiasm and curiosity from young minds — the future of law is looking bright! ⚖️

Thank you to The Wilnecote School for having us. We’re proud to support and encourage students as they explore their future careers.