Careers

Solicitor - General Practice with a focus on Rural Property

Experienced General Practice Solicitor – with a focus on Rural Property

Location: Flexible – offices in Orkney, Thurso & Elgin (hybrid/flexible working available)
Hours: Full-time or part-time considered

d and h is a long-established legal practice with strong roots across the Highlands and Islands. We are seeking an experienced General Practice Solicitor to join our friendly and professional team, with a particular interest in Rural Property work.

This role offers a varied and interesting caseload, spanning residential, commercial, and agricultural property, alongside wider general practice work. You will be joining a supportive environment where client care and quality service are at the heart of everything we do.

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified solicitor with solid experience in general practice.
• A strong interest or background in rural property law, ideally including agricultural conveyancing, crofting, and estates work.
• Excellent client relationship skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work across our offices in Orkney, Thurso and Elgin – with flexibility around location and hours.
• A varied caseload in a practice with a strong local reputation.
• Competitive salary package, dependent on experience.
• A supportive, collaborative team culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career in a practice with deep connections to the communities we serve. If you thrive on delivering high-quality legal services and enjoy the variety and challenge of rural practice, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to Irene Ross at [email protected]

Guardianship Manager and Personal Assistant to Director (Full-Time)

Location: Remote, Thurso or Orkney, or Hybrid

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive person to help manage our financial Guardianships and act as Personal Assistant to support one of our Directors.

This is a key role combining senior administrative support with responsibility for managing and supervising guardianship matters.

What you’ll do:

• Provide PA support including diary management, meetings, and correspondence
• Act as a main point of contact for internal and external queries
• Manage and supervise guardianship files, including making arrangements for annual accounts and reporting, maintaining contact with other stakeholders and generally assisting with the running of financial Guardianships.
• Prepare documents, reports, and general legal administration
• Maintain accurate and organised systems
• Maintain company social media accounts

What we’re looking for:

• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently
• Professional, approachable, and discreet
• Confident with Microsoft Office and willingness to adapt to new technology
• Previous PA or administrative experience (legal experience helpful)

Flexible working options available.

You’ll be part of a supportive team where your role makes a real difference.

To apply please email your CV to [email protected]

Receptionist/Administrator (Full time)

Are you naturally welcoming, highly organised, and confident in a fast- paced environment? This could be your next move.

As the face and voice of our Thurso office, you’ll be the first point of contact for our clients—creating a professional, friendly, and lasting first impression.

This is more than just a front desk role. You’ll be at the heart of our daily operations—managing client interactions, handling administrative tasks, and helping deliver the high standard of service we pride ourselves on.

What you’ll be doing:

• Greeting clients and handling enquiries with professionalism and warmth
• Managing calls, appointments, and correspondence
• Dealing with incoming post and banking
• Providing essential administrative support to our legal team
• Keeping systems organised and up to date including dealing with our archive of Wills and Title Deeds

What we’re looking for:

• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and a willingness to adapt to new technology
• A willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Previous experience in a busy office environment (preferred, but not essential)

You’ll be joining a small, supportive, and efficient team where your contribution genuinely matters.

If you enjoy working with people, thrive on variety, and take pride in delivering excellent service—we’d love to hear from you

To apply please email your CV to [email protected]