An outstanding opportunity for an experienced disputes lawyer to join the Knowledge function of a leading international law firm. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping legal know-how, thought leadership, training and innovation across a market-leading Disputes & Investigations practice. Client Details Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a reputation for excellence, commerciality and sophisticated legal advice. The firm advises major corporates, financial institutions and global organisations on complex transactions, disputes, investigations and regulatory matters. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to quality, the firm places a strong emphasis on intellectual rigour, innovation and professional development. It offers a supportive environment where legal expertise, independent thinking and teamwork are highly valued. Description The Opportunity Based in London, this role sits within the firm's Disputes Knowledge team and reports to the Head of Disputes Knowledge. Working closely with partners, associates and business services teams, the Knowledge Lawyer will support the firm's market-leading disputes and investigations practice through the development of know-how, training, thought leadership and legal technology initiatives. The role is ideally suited to an experienced disputes solicitor with a strong background in complex commercial litigation. Experience in contentious data protection matters, regulatory investigations and broader disputes work, including competition litigation and class actions, would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Knowledge & Thought Leadership Monitor legal, regulatory and market developments affecting disputes and investigations. Produce insightful client briefings, articles, blogs and thought leadership pieces. Develop and maintain practice notes, precedents, toolkits, checklists and guidance materials. Support horizon scanning and identify emerging issues relevant to clients and the practice. Training & Development Design and deliver technical legal training programmes. Support partners and fee earners in preparing and delivering client-facing training. Work with Learning & Development teams to enhance internal legal education programmes. Practice Support Act as a trusted technical resource for lawyers across the disputes practice. Provide guidance on litigation strategy, civil procedure and market developments. Support matters involving commercial litigation, investigations, competition disputes, class actions and technology-related disputes. Innovation & Legal Technology Collaborate with Knowledge, Innovation and Technology teams to embed legal technology and AI tools. Champion best practice and responsible adoption of technology within the disputes group. Identify opportunities to improve knowledge management, efficiency and client service through innovation. External Engagement Contribute to legal consultations, industry responses and professional working groups. Support business development initiatives, directory submissions and client pitches. Build relationships with relevant legal, regulatory and industry bodies. Profile Candidate Profile The successful candidate will demonstrate: Qualification as a solicitor with significant disputes and investigations experience. Strong expertise in complex commercial litigation and civil procedure. Experience of contentious data protection, privacy disputes and related regulatory investigations. Excellent technical drafting and communication skills. The ability to develop and deliver engaging training programmes. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities. Interest in legal technology, AI and knowledge management. A proactive, commercially minded and collaborative approach. Job Offer What's On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. A senior, highly visible role within a leading disputes practice. Exposure to complex, high-profile and cross-border matters. Opportunity to influence knowledge strategy, innovation and legal technology adoption. Significant client-facing and thought leadership responsibilities. Extensive professional development and training opportunities. Flexible, supportive and collaborative working culture. No billable hours targets or traditional time-recording pressures. Strong emphasis on quality, teamwork and professional growth.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
An outstanding opportunity for an experienced disputes lawyer to join the Knowledge function of a leading international law firm. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping legal know-how, thought leadership, training and innovation across a market-leading Disputes & Investigations practice. Client Details Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a reputation for excellence, commerciality and sophisticated legal advice. The firm advises major corporates, financial institutions and global organisations on complex transactions, disputes, investigations and regulatory matters. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to quality, the firm places a strong emphasis on intellectual rigour, innovation and professional development. It offers a supportive environment where legal expertise, independent thinking and teamwork are highly valued. Description The Opportunity Based in London, this role sits within the firm's Disputes Knowledge team and reports to the Head of Disputes Knowledge. Working closely with partners, associates and business services teams, the Knowledge Lawyer will support the firm's market-leading disputes and investigations practice through the development of know-how, training, thought leadership and legal technology initiatives. The role is ideally suited to an experienced disputes solicitor with a strong background in complex commercial litigation. Experience in contentious data protection matters, regulatory investigations and broader disputes work, including competition litigation and class actions, would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Knowledge & Thought Leadership Monitor legal, regulatory and market developments affecting disputes and investigations. Produce insightful client briefings, articles, blogs and thought leadership pieces. Develop and maintain practice notes, precedents, toolkits, checklists and guidance materials. Support horizon scanning and identify emerging issues relevant to clients and the practice. Training & Development Design and deliver technical legal training programmes. Support partners and fee earners in preparing and delivering client-facing training. Work with Learning & Development teams to enhance internal legal education programmes. Practice Support Act as a trusted technical resource for lawyers across the disputes practice. Provide guidance on litigation strategy, civil procedure and market developments. Support matters involving commercial litigation, investigations, competition disputes, class actions and technology-related disputes. Innovation & Legal Technology Collaborate with Knowledge, Innovation and Technology teams to embed legal technology and AI tools. Champion best practice and responsible adoption of technology within the disputes group. Identify opportunities to improve knowledge management, efficiency and client service through innovation. External Engagement Contribute to legal consultations, industry responses and professional working groups. Support business development initiatives, directory submissions and client pitches. Build relationships with relevant legal, regulatory and industry bodies. Profile Candidate Profile The successful candidate will demonstrate: Qualification as a solicitor with significant disputes and investigations experience. Strong expertise in complex commercial litigation and civil procedure. Experience of contentious data protection, privacy disputes and related regulatory investigations. Excellent technical drafting and communication skills. The ability to develop and deliver engaging training programmes. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities. Interest in legal technology, AI and knowledge management. A proactive, commercially minded and collaborative approach. Job Offer What's On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. A senior, highly visible role within a leading disputes practice. Exposure to complex, high-profile and cross-border matters. Opportunity to influence knowledge strategy, innovation and legal technology adoption. Significant client-facing and thought leadership responsibilities. Extensive professional development and training opportunities. Flexible, supportive and collaborative working culture. No billable hours targets or traditional time-recording pressures. Strong emphasis on quality, teamwork and professional growth.
Repairs Manager (Contract) Enfield Pay: £31.65 per hour PAYE Hybrid We are seeking an experienced Repairs Manager to lead the delivery of housing disrepair, HHSRS compliance, and damp and mould services across its housing portfolio. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, protecting tenant health and safety, and driving high-quality repairs services in line with Awaab's Law. Key Responsibilities Lead the management of housing disrepair cases, including pre- and post-litigation processes. Ensure compliance with HHSRS, housing legislation, and Awaab's Law. Oversee the diagnosis, remediation, and prevention of damp and mould. Manage internal teams, contractors, and consultants delivering repairs and compliance works. Monitor service performance, budgets, KPIs, and compliance. Work closely with legal teams, surveyors, housing colleagues, and residents to deliver excellent outcomes. Produce reports for senior management and support audits and regulatory inspections. About You You'll have: Significant experience managing housing repairs, disrepair, or property compliance services. Strong knowledge of HHSRS, housing legislation, and damp and mould management. Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary teams. Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. A relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Housing, or a related discipline (RICS/CIOB membership desirable). To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Jul 29, 2026
Contractor
Repairs Manager (Contract) Enfield Pay: £31.65 per hour PAYE Hybrid We are seeking an experienced Repairs Manager to lead the delivery of housing disrepair, HHSRS compliance, and damp and mould services across its housing portfolio. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, protecting tenant health and safety, and driving high-quality repairs services in line with Awaab's Law. Key Responsibilities Lead the management of housing disrepair cases, including pre- and post-litigation processes. Ensure compliance with HHSRS, housing legislation, and Awaab's Law. Oversee the diagnosis, remediation, and prevention of damp and mould. Manage internal teams, contractors, and consultants delivering repairs and compliance works. Monitor service performance, budgets, KPIs, and compliance. Work closely with legal teams, surveyors, housing colleagues, and residents to deliver excellent outcomes. Produce reports for senior management and support audits and regulatory inspections. About You You'll have: Significant experience managing housing repairs, disrepair, or property compliance services. Strong knowledge of HHSRS, housing legislation, and damp and mould management. Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary teams. Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. A relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Housing, or a related discipline (RICS/CIOB membership desirable). To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Harris Hill is delighted to be working on behalf of a globally respected international non-profit that investigates and exposes corruption, environmental abuse and human rights violations, driving change through evidence-based advocacy and high-impact campaigns. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Legal to join the organisation, providing strategic legal leadership at executive level while supporting work that delivers lasting global impact. The organisation offers an outstanding approach to flexible working, operating a four-day working week (30 hours, Monday to Thursday) as its full-time equivalent, alongside hybrid working with two days a week in its London office . Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a unique role combining strategic corporate governance with broad legal leadership. You will advise the CEO and Leadership Team on governance across the organisation's entities in the UK, Belgium and the US, helping to shape its future direction while ensuring robust compliance. Alongside this, you will oversee a varied legal portfolio, providing expert advice on editorial media law, investigations, publications, litigation, contracts, intellectual property, brand protection and regulatory matters. You will manage legal risk, coordinate external counsel, negotiate complex agreements and embed legal best practice across the organisation. We are looking for a UK-qualified lawyer with significant senior-level experience, ideally gained in-house or within a complex international environment. You will bring deep expertise in editorial media law, litigation and commercial contracts, alongside the confidence to advise executive leaders on complex and high-profile issues. A strategic thinker with excellent judgement and communication skills, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing legal risk with organisational ambition. Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to use your expertise to support an organisation tackling some of the world's most pressing environmental and human rights challenges. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 31 July at 12.00 PM. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
Harris Hill is delighted to be working on behalf of a globally respected international non-profit that investigates and exposes corruption, environmental abuse and human rights violations, driving change through evidence-based advocacy and high-impact campaigns. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Legal to join the organisation, providing strategic legal leadership at executive level while supporting work that delivers lasting global impact. The organisation offers an outstanding approach to flexible working, operating a four-day working week (30 hours, Monday to Thursday) as its full-time equivalent, alongside hybrid working with two days a week in its London office . Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a unique role combining strategic corporate governance with broad legal leadership. You will advise the CEO and Leadership Team on governance across the organisation's entities in the UK, Belgium and the US, helping to shape its future direction while ensuring robust compliance. Alongside this, you will oversee a varied legal portfolio, providing expert advice on editorial media law, investigations, publications, litigation, contracts, intellectual property, brand protection and regulatory matters. You will manage legal risk, coordinate external counsel, negotiate complex agreements and embed legal best practice across the organisation. We are looking for a UK-qualified lawyer with significant senior-level experience, ideally gained in-house or within a complex international environment. You will bring deep expertise in editorial media law, litigation and commercial contracts, alongside the confidence to advise executive leaders on complex and high-profile issues. A strategic thinker with excellent judgement and communication skills, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing legal risk with organisational ambition. Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to use your expertise to support an organisation tackling some of the world's most pressing environmental and human rights challenges. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 31 July at 12.00 PM. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Head of Employment Solicitor Birmingham Partner / Legal Director Level Salary: Highly Competitive Excellent Benefits Package A leading national law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor to head its Birmingham employment practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer to take on a strategic leadership role within a thriving national team, working with an impressive client base while shaping the future direction of the practice. THE ROLE: As Head of Employment, you will lead a well-established team advising employers across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Acting for national and international businesses, owner-managed companies, public sector organisations and senior executives, you will provide commercially focused advice on day-to-day HR issues, disciplinary and grievance matters, redundancy and restructuring programmes, discrimination and whistleblowing claims, TUPE, restrictive covenants and Employment Tribunal litigation. You will also work closely with colleagues across the corporate, commercial and regulatory teams, advising on the employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions and business restructures. Alongside managing a busy caseload, you will take responsibility for developing client relationships, driving business development initiatives, mentoring and developing the team and contributing to the firm's wider national employment strategy. THE CANDIDATE: You will be an experienced Employment Solicitor with a proven track record of advising employer clients on complex employment matters. Applications are welcomed from Partners, Legal Directors and ambitious Senior Associates seeking the opportunity to step into a leadership role. You will possess excellent technical ability, strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for building long-term client relationships. Previous experience supervising and developing lawyers, coupled with an appetite for business development and practice growth, will be key to your success in this role. THE FIRM: This highly regarded national law firm has earned an outstanding reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of sectors. With significant investment in its Birmingham office and ambitious growth plans, the firm offers a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements and genuine opportunities to influence the future direction of the business. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a firm where leadership is recognised, entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged and career progression is supported. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal on or email quoting reference HEADEMP/BIRM for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. PQE levels are given as a guide and all applications will be considered on merit.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
Head of Employment Solicitor Birmingham Partner / Legal Director Level Salary: Highly Competitive Excellent Benefits Package A leading national law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor to head its Birmingham employment practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer to take on a strategic leadership role within a thriving national team, working with an impressive client base while shaping the future direction of the practice. THE ROLE: As Head of Employment, you will lead a well-established team advising employers across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Acting for national and international businesses, owner-managed companies, public sector organisations and senior executives, you will provide commercially focused advice on day-to-day HR issues, disciplinary and grievance matters, redundancy and restructuring programmes, discrimination and whistleblowing claims, TUPE, restrictive covenants and Employment Tribunal litigation. You will also work closely with colleagues across the corporate, commercial and regulatory teams, advising on the employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions and business restructures. Alongside managing a busy caseload, you will take responsibility for developing client relationships, driving business development initiatives, mentoring and developing the team and contributing to the firm's wider national employment strategy. THE CANDIDATE: You will be an experienced Employment Solicitor with a proven track record of advising employer clients on complex employment matters. Applications are welcomed from Partners, Legal Directors and ambitious Senior Associates seeking the opportunity to step into a leadership role. You will possess excellent technical ability, strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for building long-term client relationships. Previous experience supervising and developing lawyers, coupled with an appetite for business development and practice growth, will be key to your success in this role. THE FIRM: This highly regarded national law firm has earned an outstanding reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of sectors. With significant investment in its Birmingham office and ambitious growth plans, the firm offers a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements and genuine opportunities to influence the future direction of the business. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a firm where leadership is recognised, entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged and career progression is supported. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal on or email quoting reference HEADEMP/BIRM for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. PQE levels are given as a guide and all applications will be considered on merit.
Ackerman Pierce are seeking a Damp and Disrepair Manager to join a Local Authority in Bristol. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing and overseeing all legal claims relating to housing disrepair and condition, ensuring effective resolution of cases, and driving continuous improvement across the Responsive Repairs Service. You will act as the council's technical and professional lead for disrepair litigation, working closely with BCC Legal Services to mitigate legal risk, minimise litigation, and ensure all claims are thoroughly investigated and responded to effectively. This is a temporary ongoing post with a day rate of 500pd inside of IR35 via an umbrella company. Candidates will be required to be on site 5 days per week. Responsibilities: Leading and managing the Disrepair Team, including surveyors and support staff. Overseeing all housing condition legal claims, ensuring robust case handling and positive outcomes. Acting as an expert witness and providing professional advice and reports on technical housing matters. Managing the inspection process - from pre-inspection to post-repair review - to ensure all issues are resolved efficiently and to a high standard. Monitoring the performance and quality of internal trade teams and external contractors. Supporting and coaching your team to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction, with a focus on "right-first-time" service delivery. Ensuring effective financial and performance management of the service, including budget setting and monitoring. Championing continuous improvement through analysis of lessons learned, customer feedback, and service reviews. Contributing to service planning, change management, and long-term strategy for responsive repairs. Requirements: Strong leadership and line management experience within a repairs or housing-related service. Excellent understanding of housing disrepair legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements. Experience of managing legal claims, including preparing court-ready documentation and representing an organisation in legal proceedings. The ability to manage service budgets, resources, and performance metrics effectively. A customer-focused approach, with experience of engaging and communicating with tenants and service users. Excellent communication and report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex technical issues clearly and confidently
Sep 25, 2025
Seasonal
Ackerman Pierce are seeking a Damp and Disrepair Manager to join a Local Authority in Bristol. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing and overseeing all legal claims relating to housing disrepair and condition, ensuring effective resolution of cases, and driving continuous improvement across the Responsive Repairs Service. You will act as the council's technical and professional lead for disrepair litigation, working closely with BCC Legal Services to mitigate legal risk, minimise litigation, and ensure all claims are thoroughly investigated and responded to effectively. This is a temporary ongoing post with a day rate of 500pd inside of IR35 via an umbrella company. Candidates will be required to be on site 5 days per week. Responsibilities: Leading and managing the Disrepair Team, including surveyors and support staff. Overseeing all housing condition legal claims, ensuring robust case handling and positive outcomes. Acting as an expert witness and providing professional advice and reports on technical housing matters. Managing the inspection process - from pre-inspection to post-repair review - to ensure all issues are resolved efficiently and to a high standard. Monitoring the performance and quality of internal trade teams and external contractors. Supporting and coaching your team to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction, with a focus on "right-first-time" service delivery. Ensuring effective financial and performance management of the service, including budget setting and monitoring. Championing continuous improvement through analysis of lessons learned, customer feedback, and service reviews. Contributing to service planning, change management, and long-term strategy for responsive repairs. Requirements: Strong leadership and line management experience within a repairs or housing-related service. Excellent understanding of housing disrepair legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements. Experience of managing legal claims, including preparing court-ready documentation and representing an organisation in legal proceedings. The ability to manage service budgets, resources, and performance metrics effectively. A customer-focused approach, with experience of engaging and communicating with tenants and service users. Excellent communication and report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex technical issues clearly and confidently
