We are always looking for exceptional people to join our team.
Sometimes the best job comes when you least expect it! Whether you are considering a move now or at some point in the future, we would love to hear from you and learn more about your career goals.
At K J Smith we don’t just work with people, we invest in people! We pride ourselves on our commitment to offering support, guidance and career development across all roles. Here are just some of the benefits you will have access to :
Focus on career development
We have been awarded the Investors in People Platinum accreditation, making us one of only 1% of accredited organisations to achieve this standard. We believe that the success of our organisation begins and ends with our people. We are so proud of each and every one of our staff members who contributed to this accreditation which demonstrates our commitment and long-term approach to ensuring that every member of the K J Smith team has the empowering opportunity to unleash their potential.
Our Emerging Leaders programme - KJ Smith Solicitors foster a culture of excellence and innovation, where everyone has the chance to grow, thrive, and lead. This is why in 2022 we created the Emerging Leaders programme. The 2-year programme that aims to fast-track individuals and provide them with the skills and resources they need to transition from an Emerging Leader to a Leader, whereby they will successfully lead a team and run their own office. Hear what former and current Emerging Leaders Robyn Bowyer and Beth Pettifer had to say about the programme here.
A highly competitive bonus scheme
With achievable time targets varying by level of PQE, our bonus scheme pays out from 90% of target and pays up to an additional 24% of basic salary per annum. We operate an enhanced bonus scheme for our Heads of Office, which pays up to an additional 32% of basic salary per annum. We have robust support networks in place to allow our lawyers freedom to focus on what they love doing. We also offer a separate bonus scheme for our fantastic support staff.
Free Parking
We offer all our staff free on-site parking or local car-parking permits.
Private healthcare
We offer BUPA private healthcare, including access to physiotherapists and mental health specialists.
Enhanced contribution pension scheme
We operate a competitive employee contribution pension scheme, with matched contributions increasing at two years and at five years’ service.
Occupational benefits and incentive schemes
We offer 25 days annual leave per annum (full time) plus bank holidays. We also provide a critical illness cover option and death in service. We run a number of annual social events as well as recruitment incentive schemes and the opportunity to earn store vouchers for you and your family.
Opportunity to support your community
Our annual charity budgets are managed at office level, giving our teams the ability to support local charities, or organisations that are particularly close to their hearts. We have been involved in some amazing projects, the last year being no exception, including donations to online theatre productions, Christmas wish-lists and laptop donations to local schools.
Helping you achieve a work/life balance
We are proud to take work/life balance seriously. Our policy on flexible and hybrid working works in tandem to represent and uphold our core values.
Flexible working
We deeply value the diversity of our team and understand that flexibility in the workplace is key to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to accommodating flexible working reflects our commitment to creating and sustaining a caring and collaborative work environment. During your interview, please speak openly with us about your needs and aspirations regarding flexible work arrangements; we are all so much more than just our job titles.
Hybrid working
The key to success for our employees and the business is in maintaining good team interaction and honest communication. All qualified Solicitors/CILEx are eligible to split their time between being in the workplace and working remotely, subject to what your base office and the business needs.
We are always happy to chat confidentially and will be able to answer any questions you may have. Please get in touch and we will treat your application in the strictest confidence and in accordance with our GDPR policy.
We are committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of our employment and recruitment. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified or experienced people. No applicant will be excluded or receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of ethnic origin, religion, belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability.
Current opportunities
Staff Testimonials
Kulbir Rahi
Senior Partner at our Ascot office
"I joined K J Smith with an open mind and with the expectation of developing and adding diversity and challenge to my career, having spent 23 years in a comfortable position with a traditional high street practice.
I can honestly say that K J Smith have exceeded my expectations. Since joining, I have felt supported and encouraged by the firm’s continued commitment to growth and improvement. The company allow staff at all levels to have a voice and recognise the importance of investment in their employees at every level."
Read Kulbir's full profile here.
Robyn Bowyer
Partner at our Southampton office
"I have never worked for a firm who are so invested in progressing my career and making sure I am the best lawyer I can possibly be.
The support I have received from K J Smith has been second to none. If I ever need support there is always a member of the team on hand to offer guidance."
Read Robyn's full profile here.
Anna Ferro
Senior Partner at our Beaconsfield office
"I joined KJ Smith in 2019 and I am immensely proud and feel privileged to work within such a uniquely awesome team of dedicated and fabulous professionals. As a Partner heading a part of this amazing team, I am constantly impressed and inspired by the dedication and commitment given by the whole team to what we do, which abounds and makes my role very exciting.
I have been tremendously supported and encouraged by the significant investment and care which KJ Smith provides to everyone in the team. The company’s specific and positive interest in individual talents and contributions, and its enthusiasm to nurture, motivate and enable all its staff to develop both personally and professionally, are simply stellar."
Read Anna's full profile here.
Nicola Sherwood
Senior Receptionist at our Woodley office
"The most wonderful part of my role is the positive impact and support I am able to provide those who are experiencing significant life changes.
Having a wealth of knowledge, experience and empathy are key and I completely cherish having such a brilliant team to work with every day."
Read Nicola's full profile here.
