careers at lyons bowe
Join the Lyons Bowe Pride
in South Africa
A career at Lyons Bowe is more than a job, it is a place to grow, thrive, and be part of something different.
Building your Career at Lyons Bowe
LYONS BOWE PRIDE
Why Choose Lyons Bowe?
25 Days Holiday & UK Bank Holidays
Lyons Bowe Bank Holiday
Remote
Work
As a remote team in South Africa, we’ll send you everything you need to do your best work from home including essential tech support.
Medical Aid
Allowance
Life Insurance
Policy
Flexible Working Options
Birthday Day
Off
Have your birthday off as an additional paid day’s
holiday every year. Take the time to celebrate
another circuit around the sun with your friends or
family, or however you wish!
Retirement
Annuity
About The Key Recruitment Group
The Key Recruitment Group is Lyons Bowe’s trusted Recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR) and HR partner in South Africa. With nearly 50 years’ experience in sourcing top-tier talent across industries, The Key Recruitment Group supports the entire recruitment lifecycle for Lyons Bowe’s South African-based teams. Their tailored offshoring solutions ensure that the staff engaged by us are not only expertly sourced, but fully supported in their roles, from onboarding through to ongoing career development.
See What our South African Employees Say
Conveyancing
Executive
“Working at Lyons Bowe has been a genuinely rewarding experience. I love the flexibility of working remotely, which allows me to stay focused and productive, and I’m constantly learning something new – whether it’s a fresh approach to a task or deeper insight into the legal process. The support from the team makes all the difference.”
– Shriyanthi Maharaj
Conveyancing
Executive
Working for Lyons Bowe has been nothing other than an absolute pleasure. From the get-go I have had so much support from so many different people within the firm. No one is ever too busy to help. I thought working remotely would be difficult however our daily team meetings and catch ups with various people really makes it feel like you are working from an office. I have not for one moment regretted making the decision to join the Lyons Bowe Team.
– Samantha Sanders
Marketing
Assistant
“Working at Lyons Bowe has been the opportunity I’d been looking for. I’m constantly learning, surrounded by a team that gets things done, and I’ve been given everything I need to grow in my role.”
– Denmin Moore
HR Assistant
See What our South African Employees Say
Conveyancing Executive
“Working at Lyons Bowe has been a genuinely rewarding experience. I love the flexibility of working remotely, which allows me to stay focused and productive, and I’m constantly learning something new – whether it’s a fresh approach to a task or deeper insight into the legal process. The support from the team makes all the difference.”
– Shriyanthi Maharaj
Conveyancing Executive
Working for Lyons Bowe has been nothing other than an absolute pleasure. From the get-go I have had so much support from so many different people within the firm. No one is ever too busy to help. I thought working remotely would be difficult however our daily team meetings and catch ups with various people really makes it feel like you are working from an office. I have not for one moment regretted making the decision to join the Lyons Bowe Team.
– Samantha Sanders
“Working at Lyons Bowe has been the opportunity I’d been looking for. I’m constantly learning, surrounded by a team that gets things done, and I’ve been given everything I need to grow in my role.”
– Denmin Moore
HR Assistant
Lyons Bowe charity Will Scheme
Giving Back & Community Impact
At Lyons Bowe, giving back is part of who we are. We’re proud to support the incredible work of local charities in the UK & SA. Every member of the Lyons Bowe team receives a paid day off each year to dedicate to a charity. Our team members are encouraged to connect with the communities we serve in meaningful, personal ways.
For our South African staff, we’ve partnered with SOS Africa, a grassroots charity funding education and care for disadvantaged township children, helping them break the cycle of poverty through learning and support.
DEVELOP YOUR CAREER WITH LYONS BOWE
Becoming a Licensed Conveyancer in South Africa
At Lyons Bowe, we support South African team members to become fully qualified, UK-recognised Licensed Conveyancers, specialists in the legal process of buying and selling property in England and Wales. You’ll be trained and supported throughout, with your qualification fully funded by the firm.
Modern Legal Support for Life’s Most Important Moments
Solicitors specialising in Residential Conveyancing, Family Law, Wills & Probate
Recognised excellence
Awards and Accreditations
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What Our Clients Say About Us
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Do I need legal experience to apply?
Not always. We have opportunities for both experienced legal professionals and those at the beginning of their careers. Many of our team members have joined us through apprenticeships or support roles and progressed into qualified positions through our internal training programmes.
What roles are available at Lyons Bowe?
We recruit across all areas of the firm, including legal teams, support teams, new instructions, completions, and business services. If there are no vacancies listed right now, you are welcome to send us a speculative application.
What is the career progression like at Lyons Bowe?
We are passionate about helping our people grow. Many of our staff have progressed from entry-level roles into qualified legal careers through structured training and support. We invest heavily in development and provide clear, supported routes for progression.
Is remote or flexible working available?
Yes. We support flexible working across many roles and are happy to discuss arrangements that support work-life balance, especially where your role and training needs allow. We also use technology to ensure collaboration across our office network.
How is Lyons Bowe different from other law firms?
We have restructured the traditional law firm model to create a more supportive, modern, and client-focused experience—for both clients and staff. Our team model, use of technology, and commitment to values like innovation and community set us apart.
Can I apply if I am still studying or just finishing school?
Yes. We welcome applications from students, school leavers, and career changers. Our apprenticeship programmes and entry-level roles are designed to help you build your skills and grow your career with us.
