CAREERS AT CARTER BOND

Join the Carter Bond team!

We are always always on the lookout for dynamic and innovative people both legal and/or dedicated support professionals to join our team.  Please check out this page for upcoming opportunities and follow us on LinkedIn where they will also be posted.

Carter Bond Solicitors is a boutique legal firm based in North West London. We are young, dynamic and growing team. Our clients are national and international.

Our moto is simple: clear, concise and commercial advice which is what we pride. Whilst we’re large enough to advise on the complex matters, we’re also small enough to ensure that our people and our work are exceptional, without fail.

Current Vacancies

We are pleased to receive applications from proactive individuals looking to join our team. At our company, we value initiative and are always on the lookout for talented individuals who align with our values and goals. If you believe you have what it takes to contribute to our team, we encourage you to send in your application.

Why join us?

We’re not the traditional law firm. We embrace change; we foster a culture of diversity, respect for the individual and the expression of talent. We are committed to offering a flexible and progressive working environment. Over the last few years we’ve had a number of people who have left larger City law firms and have joined us, craving a City firm feel with a work life balance.

Our culture

We regard our culture as the primary driver of our success. Our people are our primary asset so we want them to flourish. Realise your potential and discover your difference with a secure, exciting and fulfilling career.

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO WORK AT CARTER BOND SOLICITORS?
Temi Ade-John | Consultant Solicitor

I joined the firm in 2018, having been a partner in a similar boutique practice before relocating to the Caribbean and developing a practice in Trinidad & Tobago.

Having resumed practice in the UK in 2016, I joined Carter Bond Solicitors as a consultant, with a view to developing the litigation and dispute resolution practice at the firm. It was an opportunity and responsibility that I seized with gusto, and we were soon being instructed to act in a number of wide-ranging and complex disputes, varying from IP and company commercial disputes to insolvency and property litigation.

I was made a Partner at Carter Bond Solicitors in 2020 and we now have a significant dispute resolution practice, which continues to grow.

Howard Lewis-Nunn | Barrister & Partner

As an employment specialist I see a broad range of work.  As well as advising businesses and their owners I also advise individuals on employment matters. I also provide advice on transactions for the transfer of staff.

You have a lot of client contact at Carter Bond and so you can really get to know them and their business, which helps you to serve them better. 

Jayesh Jotangia | Barrister

I’ve been associated with Carter Bond for over 4 years now and really enjoy being part of this friendly team. There are a number of things that puts the CBS team a cut above the rest though, however the sense of urgency on matters and keeping clients up to date at all times are aspects at the forefront for the firm. It’s always nice when a client re-instructs us no matter what, because at that stage you know you’ve done a very good job for them and have become a trusted professional for them.

Lena Thakrar | Commercial Property Partner

I initially joined the firm from a large City practice having worked on a variety of real estate transactions, ranging from retail parks and multi let schemes through to single let units as leasehold interests and freehold acquisitions and disposals.

The ethos, client centric focus and commercial outlook at Carter Bond, provides a great driving factor to further my career here.

I became a Commercial Property Partner in 2020 and look forward to developing this practice area within the firm with our clients at the forefront of everything we do.

Talha Fazlani | Business Development
I joined the firm in 2019 to assist Carter Bond with marketing and developing the company’s presence. This gave me a great opportunity to learn more about the business, and how it operates. We have made significant progress since I have started, and the firm continues to grow and develop at an amazing pace. Working with Reena and the team has been a wonderful experience that I deeply cherish.
Hammad Naveed | Partner

I joined the firm’s corporate and commercial department, with the hope of expanding my experience in corporate M&A. Since joining, I have worked on a variety of transactions ranging from corporate share sales to business asset purchases in multiple sectors including retail and healthcare.

Carter Bond promotes a positive outlook both internally and externally, which helps maintain good relationships with all of its key contacts, clients and suppliers and makes day-to-day working life much smoother. My colleagues are quite talented and friendly, contributing towards a supportive working environment, alongside systems and resources which are also very helpful. I find that I am able to comfortably get more work done in less time, and have a great day while doing it.

I look forward to progressing my career with Carter Bond in the years to come.

Chris Gillie | IT Manager

I worked with Reena at another law firm before she set up Carter Bond, so I was pleasantly surprised and honoured that she turned to me to look after her IT, as opposed to turning to a more traditional IT service company. The firm has grown rapidly, and Reena has attracted a superb team to work there. I find it a pleasure to help all the people there, they are a genuinely friendly and lovely bunch of people to work with.

Surbhi Kansara | Head of Operations

I joined Carter Bond back in 2018 and worked with Reena at another law firm previously for 4 years. When I joined the firm there were only a handful of team members and I am pleased to say its been a wonderful journey seeing the team grow to over 30 people now.

We are more like a “family” and have a great amount of respect for each other. It’s a pleasure to work alongside each and every one of them. Carter Bond is now 10 years old and Reena has done an amazing job to bring it to where it is today.

I look forward to the future of CB and its new home!

Joanna Bowles | Head of Marketing and Client Relations

I joined Carter Bond in February 2021 and feel fortunate to reunite with Reena and Surbhi, with whom I worked alongside at a previous law firm. Together, we form a fantastic team and share a strong professional and personal bond.

All of the team is hardworking, friendly, and reliable. My role here provides diverse challenges that contribute to my personal growth and enhance my skill set.

I look forward to building a long-term future at Carter Bond with my colleagues, whom I affectionately refer to as the “Dream Team.

Enis Rifat | Consultant Solicitor

I have been a Consultant Solicitor with Carter Bond since October 2020 and previously had a working relationship with the firm for many years.

I specialise in Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and my caseload is of a high quality with all the necessary resources provided by the firm to enable me to provide a service to a very high standard. I cannot overstate the level of client care and the extremely high standard of legal services provided by my colleagues and I have never hesitated to refer any existing or new clients to Carter Bond.

The service provided is that of a “City firm “but with the advantages of a local firm. I thoroughly enjoy working at Carter Bond as everyone is very friendly and welcoming to new colleagues and the support is excellent with help always available when needed. From the day I started, I immediately felt part of the team and I would recommend working at Carter Bond to anyone.

Katie Horrod | Solicitor

I joined Carter Bond in October 2021 as a Commercial and IP Solicitor having previously worked in-house for a number of years. I qualified in 2021 and was looking for a firm to take me on.

Being a newly-qualified solicitor can be scary but Carter Bond welcomed me with open arms. Everyone is so easy to talk to and are always there for you if you have any questions – no matter how stupid they are! I look forward to being able to grow with Carter Bond over time.

 

Jennifer Celinoflores | Legal Assistant

I joined Carter Bond Solicitors in March 2022. I previously worked on-site and had doubts about working off-site.  All the doubts in my mind were immediately replaced by gratitude and appreciation when I started working with the team.

I love the culture and everyone on the team. They are very supportive, accommodating, and professional.

I will forever be grateful for working here and hoping to have long-term future with this fantastic team.

Hiba Bouhlani | Solicitor

I joined the firm as a paralegal hoping to practice and expand my knowledge in company and commercial law in readiness to start my training contract later on in the year.

The team have provided me with the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging transactions and sharpen my soft skills as a lawyer. Each team member is compassionate, diligent and highly skilled yet there is no hierarchy – everybody here genuinely works as a one tight unit!

Kate Beech | Partner

I joined the firm in January 2022 as a corporate partner in our healthcare team, specialising in the sale and purchase of dental practices but also handling corporate sales and purchases of other healthcare businesses. There is a real feeling of a team here at Carter Bond, with everyone helping each other out to ensure that the client’s needs and services are met. It is also such a happy team too, friendly and inviting.

Whilst some of the team work in the office, others, like myself, work remotely. At no point, do I feel that I am not part of the team and indeed, given the excellent communication and systems that we have in place, those that didn’t know, would assume I was in the office too.

Carter Bond is also a firm of solicitors that is forward looking, whether that is looking at ways to improve our service to clients, what systems we can put in place or as to the staff we employ. All with the focus of providing the best service. We are also a young firm that makes how we operate dynamic and adaptive, and I look forward to the years ahead.

Queeny Dela Cruz | Legal Assistant

I joined Carter Bond Solicitors in July 2022. I previously worked as a Customer Service Representative which is totally different to my job description here. I feel immensely grateful for the opportunity that the company has given me and appreciate all the new learnings and knowledge I am gaining from the moment I started my journey with them.

I love how everyone is accommodating and understanding towards my situation, helpful in everything that I needed from them, how they are so passionate with their craft and very approachable regardless of their position and degrees.

I look forward to working with them long-term.

Florence Dominique Saquin | Legal Assistant

I joined Carter Bond Solicitors in mid-July 2022. It is my first time working in a law firm and everything is new to me.

My colleagues are very supportive, welcoming, easy to work with, and have strong work ethics.

Charlotte Harsent | Trainee Solicitor

I joined Carter Bond as a Paralegal in October 2022, with a view to starting my training contract in 2023. Since joining the firm, I have been afforded experiences across different transactions and practice areas, spoken to clients one to one, and attended an important networking event.

I feel that my seniors have genuine respect and trust towards me, which has facilitated my progression and confidence in just a short amount of time. There is a real emphasis on learning and understanding the workings behind a transaction, and my seniors have made it clear that they always have time for any questions that I may have.

The working environment is dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking and I have been made to feel part of the team from the very beginning.

Paul Harris | Senior Associate Solicitor

I joined Carter Bond in May 2022 as a senior associate within our Healthcare Team.

Having worked for the same law firm for my whole legal career, my next move was really important to me and was something I was very apprehensive about. The team couldn’t have made me feel more comfortable and welcome.

There is such a positive culture within the firm, which Reena has clearly spent a lot of time cultivating and I think this stems from the fact that she really does lead by example.

The resources that are available here are far beyond what I have experienced previously, the result being that I am able to focus on fee earning work and ensuring I provide great service to clients.

Avni Shah | Head Of Admin

I enjoy working at Carter Bond Solicitors, it’s a place where you feel you are at home. At Carter Bond the team of solicitors are super helpful when stuck. The trust between the Admin team and solicitors is so great. I have learnt so much that I would not have imagined to.

Carter Bond has surely made me feel welcome.

Connor Bryan | Legal Associate

I joined Carter Bond Solicitors in October 2022 after spending 5 years advising dentists and corporate bodies in relation to healthcare matters. After developing a very niche and valuable skillset, my next move was very important to me and I was highly conscious about the type of firm that I would consider moving to, as there are only a couple of specialist firms in the healthcare landscape that I consider to be ‘heavy hitters’.

Carter Bond was the obvious choice for me, and I was thrilled to be presented with an opportunity to join their healthcare team. There is a strong sense of ‘we and us, not I’. The Partners are all very approachable and there is no sense of hierarchy. All members of the team are fantastic, and the support team are ridiculously efficient, allowing me to fully focus on my fee earning and prioritising the clients.

The quality of work and the types of clients we get to work with on a daily basis at the firm are second to none. I will certainly be calling Carter Bond Solicitors ‘home’ for the foreseeable future, and can see myself here for the long-haul as the firm continuously grows and expands its footprint in the healthcare space.

Emma Archer | Executive Assistant

I joined Carter Bond in September 2022 and can honestly say it is a great place to work. Having come from a non-legal background, everyone has been supportive in assisting me and guiding me whilst I learn new terminology and get a better understanding of how the world of law works.

The team, whether office based or remotely, work closely together and are always happy to answer any questions I have – there have been many!

Carter Bond is 10 years old this year, and I am excited to see what the next 10 years bring.

Louisa Slimm | Legal Associate

I joined in November 2023 as a Legal Associate, specialising in the sale and purchase of dental practices. I was thrilled to be presented with an opportunity to join the healthcare team at Carter Bond.

As most people are when they start a new job, I was very nervous, but I soon realised I had nothing to be nervous about. There is such a positive culture within the firm, and everybody is so welcoming and happy to help. There is a real team spirit, and even though I work remotely I never feel like I am not part of the team.

I look forward to continuing to progress my career with Carter Bond in the years to come

Humna Ahmed | Legal Assistant

I joined Carter Bond in August 2023 as a Legal Assistant while I was still studying for my LPC LLM. It is my first office job out of University, and I didn’t know what to expect.

It is honestly a great place to work as I have learnt so much already and everyone is very supportive and friendly. I feel like I learn something new every day and no matter how many questions I ask everyone is happy to answer them.

I’m looking forward to continuing my journey here as part of the Carter Bond Team.

Sonia Bhachu | Senior Associate Solicitor

I joined CB as a Senior Associate specialising in the healthcare sector. Since joining the team, I have been super impressed with the systems in place to help ensure the best client care service is provided. Each and every team member is valued for what they can offer. Having a supportive team who go out of their way to help you is important to nurture as this flows into the service you are able to provide to your clients. I would say the CB team is one of its greatest assets and I am very glad to be part of it!

Reena is a great leader and no matter your role, she makes you feel welcome and values what you bring to the Firm. I am pleased to have joined the Firm and look forward to seeing its continued growth.

Grace Teofilo | Legal Assistant

I joined Carter Bond late March 2024, this is my first remote job and also my first law firm job after working with more than 10 years in a manufacturing companies as engineer/supervisor/auditor. With my previous background, everything is really new to me, but with the help and support of colleagues I did not find it difficult to adjust in a new working environment. It’s my pleasure working with very professional and friendly individuals.

Urnisha Lakhani | Partner

I have recently joined Carter Bond as a Partner in the litigation team, having previously been a partner in a regional firm for seven years. What attracted me to Carter Bond? Well, a number of qualities – the vibrancy of the firm with young lawyers, the friendly environment, its flexible approach to working and it’s work ethos.

Every member of the Carter Bond team is at hand to help out and everyone works collaboratively to achieve, what the team strives to deliver, an end and successful result for the client.

I am very pleased to be a part of the team and to have the opportunity to take the litigation department to great heights.

Carley Ellis | Associate Solicitor

I joined Carter Bond Solicitors in October 2022 after spending 5 years at regional firm advising healthcare clients on commercial property matters. I had previously had dealings with Reena and Hammad and we had a great working relationship therefore I was delighted when I was presented with an opportunity to join their property team.

From day one I have felt welcome, supported and there really is a great team spirit, everyone is happy to help in order to deliver the best service and experience to our clients.

I look forward to continuing to progress my career with Carter Bond and watching the firm grow even further.

Leigh Ecclestone | Finance and Joint Operations Manager

What I find most rewarding about working at Carter Bond is there truly is a one team culture, where people at all levels of experience and seniority sit side by side and work together to deliver a first-class experience for our clients.

It is a friendly, supportive team who help each other (and try to have a little fun along the way).  The is no hierarchal structure and the door to the Managing Partner’s office is always open.

The rewards to this approach can be seen by the growth of the firm, something I look forward to being a part of in the future.

Eden Tesfazghi | Commercial Property Paralegal

I joined Carter in 2024 as a commercial paralegal, and I have to say, it’s been a fantastic experience so far. The firm has made me feel incredibly welcome, and the support from my colleagues has been outstanding. It’s a great environment to learn and grow professionally, and I truly appreciate being part of such a collaborative team.

Ifath Khan | Partner

I have the privilege of working as a Partner with Carter Bond Solicitors, primarily handling healthcare acquisitions with a focus on property, and I couldn’t be more pleased with my role. One of the standout aspects of working here is the firm’s exceptional reputation, which is well-deserved. The legal team at Carter Bond is not only well-regarded but also possesses impressive technical knowledge, making it a pleasure to collaborate in transactions.

Moreover, the supportive work environment truly sets this firm apart. Despite working remotely, I feel deeply connected to the team, knowing that I have access to the resources and support I need to excel in my role. Carter Bond Solicitors has created a professional atmosphere that fosters growth, collaboration, and excellence. I am proud to be a part of such a respected and dynamic firm.

Shyam Popat | Trainee Solicitor

I joined Carter Bond as a Legal Assistant in 2021, and the firm has allowed me to progress to different roles. In 2023 I commenced my training contract. The firm offers team members the opportunity to grow in their roles which provides a great driving factor for progression.

 As a Trainee Solicitor I have been able to further develop my knowledge in various area of Law and with a dynamic, ambitious and supportive team. I look forward to completing my training contract with Carter Bond Solicitors.

Karina Bhojani | Commercial Property Paralegal

I joined Carter Bond in August 2024. During my time here, I have had the opportunity to enhance my skills, work on high-impact cases, and engage with a diverse range of legal challenges. The firm truly fosters a sense of teamwork, where everyone collaborates to ensure the client’s needs are met and services are delivered effectively.

I look forward to furthering my career at the firm, confident that the firm’s supportive environment will continue to help me thrive.

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