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Housing Reviews Officer - Local Authority Contract Are you an experienced Housing Reviews Officer with strong statutory homelessness review experience? This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist housing officer with experience in Section 202 reviews, Section 204 appeals, challenges to the suitability of temporary accommodation, and housing allocation review work. Work pattern: 1 day in the Office The Role As Housing Reviews Officer, you will independently review and determine statutory housing decisions in line with legislation, statutory guidance, case law and policy. You will manage complex evidence, assess legal risk and produce clear, balanced and defensible review decisions. You will play a key role in ensuring review decisions are fair, lawful, evidence-based and completed within statutory timescales. What You'll Be Doing Determining Section 202 homelessness reviews, temporary accommodation suitability reviews and discharge of duty decisions. Reviewing housing register, allocations and reasonable preference decisions in line with policy and statutory requirements. Analysing complex case files, legal submissions, medical evidence, safeguarding information and professional reports. Writing clear, legally robust review decision letters, including minded-to letters where required. Identifying legal, financial, operational and reputational risks and escalating complex matters with recommendations. Liaising with Legal Services, solicitors, advocates and Counsel on appeals, legal challenges and defended decisions. Providing technical advice, feedback and guidance to housing officers and managers to improve decision-making. Supporting responses to complaints, Ombudsman enquiries, Member enquiries and MP enquiries where specialist input is needed. About You Minimum 2 years' experience undertaking Section 202 homelessness reviews. Strong working knowledge of Section 204 appeals, homelessness legislation, suitability requirements and relevant case law. Experience producing legally sound, evidence-based and clearly reasoned review decisions. Solid knowledge of Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and the Homelessness Code of Guidance. Experience handling complex homelessness, temporary accommodation or housing allocations casework. Excellent written communication, analytical reasoning and case management skills. Confidence working with sensitive information and vulnerable applicants in a professional, fair and respectful manner. Diamond Blaque is acting as the employment business for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Your new firm Our client is a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation for advising individuals, families and business owners on a broad range of private wealth matters. Recognised in leading legal directories, the firm is known for its collaborative culture, investment in its people and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services. With continued growth across its private client offering, the firm provides an environment where expertise, innovation and professional development are actively encouraged. Your new role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Private Client solicitor to move into, or continue within, a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) position within a well-established Private Wealth team. Working closely with lawyers across the department, you will play a key role in maintaining technical excellence, supporting knowledge management initiatives and driving consistency across the team's legal work. Your responsibilities will include drafting and maintaining precedents, templates and guidance notes, providing technical support on complex private client matters, monitoring legal and regulatory developments, and delivering training programmes for colleagues across the team. You will also contribute to thought leadership, client seminars and business development initiatives, while supporting the firm's wider innovation and knowledge-sharing strategies. The role offers exposure to a broad range of private client work, including wills, trusts, estate planning, probate and inheritance matters, while providing the opportunity to focus on technical leadership and best practice rather than fee-earning targets. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified solicitor with approximately 6+ years' PQE in Private Client law, although candidates with differing levels of experience are encouraged to apply. Applications are welcomed from existing Professional Support Lawyers as well as experienced fee earners looking to transition into a knowledge-focused position. You should possess strong technical expertise across wills, trusts, estate administration and inheritance planning, together with excellent drafting, research and communication skills. Experience of contentious probate, trust administration or Court of Protection matters would be advantageous but is not essential. The successful candidate will be highly organised, commercially aware and enjoy working collaboratively to support the development of others. What you'll get in return In return, you will join a progressive and supportive firm that places significant emphasis on professional development, wellbeing and flexible working. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working arrangements, performance-related incentives and the opportunity to play a strategic role within a respected Private Client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer seeking a technically focused position with genuine long-term career prospects and a strong work-life balance. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it in more detail, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this role is not quite right for you but you are considering a move within Private Client, Trusts, Wealth Management or Professional Support Law, I would be delighted to discuss other opportunities currently available. We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have developed the appropriate level of experience; however, applications from individuals with more or less experience are equally welcome. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join a commercial law firm providing specialist legal advice to businesses and private clients recognised for its practical, client-focused approach. As a Legal Secretary, you will provide secretarial and administrative support to fee earners within the Property Department, assisting with day-to-day legal processes and client communication. This full-time permanent role offers a salary of up to £24,500 FTE and benefits. Part-time candidates will also be considered. Candidates with experience in other areas of law will be considered if they have relevant property experience. You will be responsible for: Providing full secretarial support to property fee earners. Audio typing documents using digital dictation. Preparing, formatting and managing correspondence and legal documents. Using case management systems to update records and support workflows. Carrying out general administrative duties including filing, scanning and photocopying. Liaising with clients, Land Registry, estate agents and other solicitors. Providing occasional reception cover when required. Managing workloads effectively while prioritising tasks to meet deadlines. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Property Secretary, Property Legal Secretary or in a similar role. Experience supporting property matters either commercial or residential. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Fast and accurate typing skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks. This is a great opportunity for a Legal Secretary with property experience to join a supportive legal team and play an important role in delivering efficient client services. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Your new company The Property Manager is accountable for the management of each of the properties under your responsibility. This briefly comprises the maintenance, operation, financial, and health and safety of the property by maintaining and efficiently managing the portfolio. This is a commercial portfolio delivering a mix of property and asset management. To control the tenant activities and maintenance contracts within the site to ensure that the asset is managed to its maximum efficiency and that the site presents to its best ability. To work alongside clients and landlords to ensure the clients' specific requirements are adhered to, working to the business plan, service charge budgets and management contract boundaries. Ensuring that the company's policies, procedures, and guidelines are adhered to and promoting this within the business to other colleagues. A Property Manager will need to give support to other Asset or Property Managers within the organisation. You will report directly to the Property Director, but will receive support, guidance, and instructions from the senior members of staff within the company. You must be able to communicate at all levels, both internally and externally, working with Clients, Accountants, Asset Managers and Solicitors. Your new role Monitor and manage the tenant's satisfaction through retention and additional business. Ensuring the timely and appropriate management and resolution of all tenants, customers, or supplier's issues and/or complaints with regard to Property Management activity. Efficiently and effectively manage each site to ensure that expenditure budgets are achieved and comply with agreed budget objectives. Meeting with external contractors to discuss/prepare schedules of works and to obtain prices and client approvals where necessary and comply with RICS rules and regulations. Management of on-account service charges ensuring all deadline responsibilities are met, accounts reconciled in a timely manner and tenants billed correctly. Internally and externally inspect occupied units to ensure that the tenant is abiding by the terms of the lease and issue any notices of repair if required. Health and Safety site inspections of all common areas under the landlord's direct control, keeping detailed records to ensure statutory compliance and mitigation of landlord liabilities. Any actions followed up and completed in a timely manner. Maintain up-to-date tenancy schedules including details of key dates. Ensure all lease agreements are entered into the company's or client's databases in a timely manner to ensure the transactions are completed in line with the company's KPI's. Liaising with the accounts department to ensure all invoicing and rent collection is completed in a timely manner, including any ad hoc charges. Work with the company's litigation solicitor and the company's accounts department in relation to debtors and action appropriate responses and reporting to the client any issues that may affect AM strategies. Upon instruction from the Client to attend premises to handover keys to a new occupier or accept keys from a tenant vacating the premises in line with the required client process. Preparation and management of Service Charge budgets, expenditure, and reconciliations, ensuring all necessary client approvals are obtained. Providing regular comparison updates between the actual service charge expenditure and approved budgets. Complete regular site inspections in line with the management contract, ensuring all actions and work are undertaken, including any tenant breach remedies. All site inspection forms must be completed in a timely manner. Ensure that any costs to the Client are reduced and that any charges that are relevant to the tenant are recharged and recovered to reduce the company's liabilities. Asbestos management, including maintaining a register of all asbestos and ensuring all vacant units have up-to-date asbestos surveys and occupied units have up-to-date management reports whether landlord or tenant's responsibility. Preparation and implementation of a planned maintenance and refurbishment programme and budget for both common areas and individual units. Managing tenant applications under the terms of the lease, such as licence for alterations, notices of repair etc, or working with the nominated solicitor or external surveyor to prepare such documents, ensuring all actions required are followed up and completed, and the client is kept up to date with all applications at all times. Property and public liability insurance as may be required, ensuring premiums are recovered from the tenants where possible and also dealing with any claims that may arise. Management and procurement of landlord utility contracts for tenants on sub-metered supplies. Ensure invoices are signed off in a timely manner. Assist where required with the acquisition and sale of assets on behalf of the company and clients. Responsible for the effective Business Rates mitigation to ensure that the liable vacant properties are occupied in accordance with the company's/client's procedure. Provide timely and accurate reporting to the Property Director by producing documents and reports on an 'as needed' basis including analysis on the site's occupancy, financial performance, debtor positions, service charge expenditure, reports for meetings and management initiatives. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 5k car allowance and bonus. 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Employment Solicitor Annual Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 (Pro Rata) Location: Farnham (Hybrid working available) Job Type: Part-time (Open to Discussions about what this can & will look like) Join a highly respected and long-established regional practice in Surrey, known for its outstanding client care and modern working culture. We are looking for an Employment Solicitor with 1-5+ years PQE to join our expanding team. This role offers a varied caseload involving both contentious and non-contentious matters, and offer flexibility with part time hours which can be discussed on individual needs Day-to-day of the role: Advise on a full range of employment matters including tribunal claims, contracts, redundancy, disciplinary issues, settlement agreements, and restructures. Handle a strong mix of respondent and claimant work. Draft, review, and negotiate employment documentation. Provide corporate support on employment aspects of business sales/purchases. Actively contribute to the department's growth through business development, networking, and maintaining excellent client relationships. Collaborate closely with colleagues across commercial, litigation, and corporate teams. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, ideally with 1-5+ years PQE in Employment Law. Confident in managing your own caseload with appropriate support. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach. Ability to balance technical excellence with commercial awareness. Motivated by career progression and contributing to a developing department. Benefits: Part Time hours to suit Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working options. Excellent training and ongoing professional development. Direct exposure to high-quality work and strong client relationships. A friendly, collaborative culture where ideas are welcomed and progression is real, not promised. The chance to play a key role in a department that is actively growing and invested in its long-term success. To apply for this Part-Time Employment Solicitor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to Mark Watts at Reed Legal Recruitment, your local legal recruitment specialist.

Family Solicitor Annual Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 (Reviewed every April) - Plus fee earning bonus upto £20,000 PA Location: Petersfield Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days in office post-probation) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Flexible start times and lunch breaks) Join our progressive legal team as a Solicitor with 2-4 years post-qualification experience. This role offers a blend of in-office and remote working, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment aimed at fostering professional growth and work-life balance. Day-to-day of the role: Provide high-quality legal services to a diverse client base. Work within the family team, collaborating with the Litigation and Employment teams. Utilize provided technology (laptop, mobile phone, optional desktop phone) to ensure seamless connectivity and efficiency whether working remotely or in the office. Meet and exceed set billing targets to qualify for a lucrative fee earner bonus. Required Skills & Qualifications: Must be a fully qualified solicitor with a valid practicing certificate. 2+ years of post-qualification experience. Strong ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven track record of meeting billing targets. Unfortunately, due to specific requirements, we cannot accept CILEx candidates for this role. Benefits: Competitive salary with annual reviews. Fee Earner Bonus: 30% of paid bills over target, upto £20,000 per annum. Firm Wide Bonus: Details provided annually. Hybrid working model post-probation. Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays and additional days at Christmas. Wellness day annually to promote work-life balance. Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support. Healthcare benefits post 12 months, including discounts on gym memberships and other wellness incentives. Professional development opportunities and support from shared secretarial staff. To apply for this Solicitor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to Mark Watts, your local legal specialist recruiter.

Your new company A global pharmaceutical and life sciences organisation is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join its UK & Ireland legal team on a 12-month contract. Operating at the forefront of healthcare innovation, the business develops and delivers medicines, diagnostics, and solutions that improve patient outcomes worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across commercial, compliance, data privacy, and R&D functions, supporting a highly regulated and mission-driven organisation. This role is based in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, with 3 days in the office. Your new role Reporting to the General Counsel, you will provide broad legal support across the UK and Ireland business, partnering with stakeholders to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice while effectively managing legal and regulatory risk. You will be handling: Advising on commercial, pharmaceutical, competition, marketing, and anti-bribery matters Supporting data protection activities, including data subject requests and privacy incidents Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a range of commercial agreements Providing legal support to clinical research and R&D teams, including clinical trial agreements Identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks across business operations Supporting governance, compliance, and ethical business initiatives Maintaining legal documentation, templates, and operational processes Working as part of a collaborative in-house legal team, you will play a key role in enabling business objectives while safeguarding the organisation's reputation and compliance obligations. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales with proven experience providing commercial legal support within the pharmaceutical or wider life sciences sector. You will also possess: Strong knowledge of UK commercial pharmaceutical law and healthcare compliance frameworks Practical experience advising on UK GDPR and data protection matters Experience reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts The ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives and deliver pragmatic solutions Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience partnering across multiple business functions Experience supporting clinical trials, research activities, medical devices, or digital health matters would be advantageous. What you'll get in return Up to £580 per day PAYE, dependent on experience, plus 33 days' paid holiday The opportunity to work for a globally recognised healthcare organisation Exposure to a broad range of commercial, regulatory, privacy, and R&D matters The chance to contribute to innovative healthcare and life sciences initiatives that positively impact patient outcomes worldwide What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Litigator - Property and Private Client Job Type: Full-time Location: Morden (Or Wanstead) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (minimum 1 year PQE) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join a well-regarded and modern solicitor's firm based in Wanstead. This role offers excellent promotion prospects and involves working across a diverse range of legal areas including Residential & Commercial Property, Wills, Probate, Dispute Resolution, and Employment Law. Day-to-day of the role: Handle property disputes including ownership disputes, right of way disputes, boundary disputes, service charge disputes, and right to manage claims. Manage Landlord and Tenant disputes for both residential and commercial properties, including possession/eviction proceedings and lease renewal proceedings. Address Probate Disputes such as inheritance claims and will validity claims. Oversee miscellaneous cases including debt recovery/repayment and building disputes. Engage with clients to provide legal advice, prepare legal documents, and represent them in legal proceedings. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualified litigation solicitor with a minimum of 1 year PQE. Ability to produce high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail. Capable of working autonomously under supervision. Excellent communication, administrative, and organisational skills. Able to meet departmental billing targets. Experience in handling a wide range of litigation matters. Benefits: Private Medical Insurance. Work from Home options. Generous Bonus Scheme. To apply for this Litigator position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to Mark Watts at Reed, your local legal recruitment Specialist.

Employment Solicitor - 2-5 PQE - Bath - Hybrid Working - Up to £60,000 An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor to join a highly regarded and growing law firm in the South West.This vacancy presents an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team at a pivotal stage in its development.The Employment team is intentionally lean, offering the successful candidate genuine responsibility, direct client contact and the chance to play a significant role in the team's future growth.The role will involve advising both employers and employees on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including employment disputes, disciplinary and grievance issues, workplace investigations, discrimination claims, settlement agreements, restructures and day-to-day HR advisory work.This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking to step into a role where their contribution will be highly visible and where progression is based on merit and performance rather than time served. Those who are able to quickly establish themselves within the team will find significant scope for career advancement.Applications from exceptional Newly Qualified Solicitors will also be considered where substantial employment law experience has been gained prior to qualification, particularly in a Senior Paralegal capacity. The Opportunity: Salary of £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Hybrid working policy (2 days from home) High-quality and varied Employment Law work Significant client exposure and responsibility from day one Clear progression prospects within a growing team Supportive and collaborative working environment Competitive bonus scheme and benefits package Ideal Pre-Requisites: Qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE in Employment Law Experience managing a varied employment law caseload Strong technical and client-facing skills Commercially minded with a proactive approach to relationship building and business development Ambitious and keen to contribute to the growth of a specialist practice area This position would suit an Employment Solicitor seeking high-quality work, increased responsibility and a genuine opportunity to influence the direction and growth of a burgeoning Employment department. To find out more, call Jack Cooper at QED Legal, at .

Our client is seeking a Senior Trusts, Tax & Estate Planning Solicitor to join their highly regarded Private Client team. The firm offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, genuine opportunities for progression and career development plus more. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Trusts and Estates specialist to take on a senior role within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm, advising high-net-worth individuals, families, trustees, and business owners on complex estate planning and wealth preservation matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering sophisticated advice while building long-term client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of an established and respected Private Client practice. About the Firm Our client is committed to delivering exceptional legal services through a client-first approach, combining technical excellence with practical, commercially focused advice. The firm fosters a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and professional development, providing its lawyers with the autonomy, support, and resources needed to thrive. Key Responsibilities of the Private Client Solicitor: Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on estate and succession planning strategies Drafting and advising on trusts, including lifetime trust structures, declarations of trust, and deeds of variation Acting as a professional trustee and advising trustees on their duties and obligations Providing advice on inheritance tax (IHT), capital gains tax (CGT), and wider wealth preservation strategies Working collaboratively with accountants, tax advisers, and financial planners Managing complex trust administration and estate matters Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers, and professional contacts Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and professional obligations Contributing to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the department Requirements of the Private Client Solicitor: Ideally 10+ years' PQE with significant experience in trusts, tax, and estate planning Strong technical expertise in trust structures, succession planning, and private wealth matters STEP qualification preferred Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to provide practical, client-focused advice on complex matters Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proven experience managing high-net-worth client relationships Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development Ability to work collaboratively while independently managing complex matters The Benefits for the Private Client Solicitor: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Flexible and hybrid working arrangements High-quality work for a diverse and sophisticated client base Genuine opportunities for progression and career development Collaborative and inclusive culture Ongoing mentoring, training, and professional development Strong emphasis on work-life balance Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing team If you're a Private Client Solicitor ready for your next step, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus Stevens at Law Staff Legal Recruitment quoting reference 37771. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded employment boutique based in Greater Manchester. Acting exclusively within employment law, the firm advises businesses on a wide range of workplace matters and has built a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, client-focused advice. The team offers a supportive environment, excellent training and the opportunity to work closely with experienced employment specialists. Your new role You will join a specialist employment team advising employer clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The role will include tribunal litigation, employment advisory work, workplace investigations, settlement agreements and day-to-day HR support. Working directly alongside experienced lawyers, you will quickly gain responsibility, client exposure and the opportunity to play a key role in developing client relationships. What you'll need to succeed You will be a Newly Qualified Solicitor or have up to 2 years' PQE with a strong grounding in employment law. Applicants must be able to demonstrate relevant employment law experience gained during their training contract and/or post-qualification role. You will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail and a commercial, client-focused approach. A genuine passion for employment law and the ability to build strong client relationships are essential. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a specialist employment boutique where you will benefit from close mentoring, hands-on experience and direct client contact from day one. The firm offers a competitive salary, a supportive and collaborative culture, and genuine opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Principal Housing Lawyer - Epping Forest District Council Epping, Essex 37.82 PAYE / 48.50 Umbrella Full-Time, Temporary 36 Hours per Week Closing Date: 12th August 2026 About the Role To provide high-quality, professional legal advice and representation on all aspects of housing law to the Council, its Members, officers, and partner organisations. The role supports the authority's statutory functions, ensuring compliance with legislation while managing legal risk and delivering effective outcomes for the community. The role holder will be required to ensure that all casework is well managed and dealt with in an efficient and cost-effective manner, ensure that the organisations regulatory, statutory and common law obligations are met. Additionally, to raise awareness of developments within the sector, identify risk and provide training as required to the organisation, be an effective business partner to key internal stakeholders within the organisation who require support and advice in respect of their housing management operations and housing litigation. This role is specific to supporting our Housing & Property Directorate, however, subject to business need there may be a requirement to assist with other areas and conduct work not set out under 'accountabilities' below, such as building compliance, compensation requests, complaints. Key Responsibilities Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of housing matters, including: Homelessness duties (Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017) Allocations and housing registers Tenancy management, possession proceedings, and evictions Anti-social behaviour (ASB legislation and injunctions) Disrepair claims and housing conditions Equality and human rights considerations in housing decisions Advise on policy development, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and best practice. Manage a varied caseload of housing law matters from instruction through to conclusion. Conduct or instruct advocacy in courts and tribunals, including: County Court possession claims Judicial review proceedings Appeals and homelessness reviews Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements. Liaise with external counsel where required. About You The successful candidate would need to be/have: a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, Legal Executive or equivalent an experienced advocate in the Magistrates and County Court experience of advising on whether there is sufficient evidence to issue proceedings or defend a case. Strong technical experience in dealing with a wide range of non-contentious housing management matters and contentious landlord and tenant matters (including tenancy management issues, anti-social behaviour, possession, Injunctions and contempt of Court applications), either on the Claimant or Defendant side. Experience of successfully managing a large caseload successfully, achieving excellent outcomes. Knowledge of the pre-action protocols and Civil Procedure Rules. Knowledge of the relevant statutory, regulatory and common law applicable to the housing management functions of a social landlord, and the provision of regulated social and affordable housing. Practical awareness and/or experience of the Data Protection Act 2018. Working Arrangements This role is offered on a Hybrid basis with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in the office or in attendance at court. What you should do next If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via Working for Essex website. If you have queries on this role or require anything else, please email Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

A top Legal 500 law firm located close to Marylebone in London are seeking an Senior Associate Solicitor from 6 - 10 years PQE to join their Dispute Resolution Litigation team. About the Client: Our client, a boutique law firm, provides a high level of service throughout their practice, which is consistently reflected in their Google reviews. With their office in the West End as well as others across the home counties, our client are leading solicitors offering expert advice across a wide range of legal fields. Essential experience for this Dispute Resolution Senior Associate Solicitor role: Experience as a Solicitor in the UK with 6-10 years PQE Contractual disputes Company disputes Cross border disputes Partnership disputes Landlord and tenant disputes Business Partnership disputes Corporate fraud Qualifications for this Dispute Resolution Senior Associate Solicitor vacancy: Senior Solicitor - admitted in England & Wales 6 - 10 years PQE Strong advocacy experience Good negotiation skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Business development experience Benefits for this Dispute Resolution Senior Associate Solicitor vacancy: Competitive salary and bonus 23 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas closure Auto-enrolment pension For more information please contact Victoria Kemp quoting reference 37625 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Highly regarded law firm close to Saffron Walden are seeking to recruit a Private Client, Wills and Probate Solicitor from 7 years PQE. Our client is renowned for delivering a first-class service across a wide spectrum of practice areas to both businesses and individuals. Staffed by a team of legal professionals who are experts in their chosen fields, the firm prides itself on providing jargon-free advice in clear and concise language and as a result, has developed a loyal and growing client base as well as numerous accreditations. Overview for this Private Client, Wills and Probate Solicitor role: Due to natural expansion, our client is seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive from 7 years PQE or equivalent, within their Private Client department. This firm operate on a hybrid working arrangement. Responsibilities for this Private Client Wills and Probate Solicitor role Wills Probate Lasting Powers of Attorney Trusts Requirements for this Private Client Wills and Probate Solicitor role: Qualified Solicitor of England & Wales with 7 years + PQE or a Legal Executive with equivalent experience Excellent client-facing skills and ability to manage key client relationships The Benefits & How to Apply: Join a reputable Legal 500 firm with a supportive culture Generous salary from 70,000 Work with leading lawyers and high-profile clients Clear path for progression and professional development If you're a Private Client Wills & Probate Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Victoria Kemp at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37748. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Your new firm This leading Top 100 client has an established construction practice with a national reputation and is now keen to recruit a non-contentious construction solicitor to join their growing team in either Bristol or Exeter. Your new role This fantastic role will offer you exposure to a broad non-contentious construction caseload acting for both public and private sector clients right from the outset. You will be working on construction and infrastructure related work in a range of sectors, including residential, commercial development, renewable energy and more. With an enviable client base, you will enjoy high quality work, working alongside directory-rated partners, all with the benefit of living in the Southwest. What you'll need to succeed You will have trained and worked for a leading regional or national firm and be ready for the opportunity to build your career on a fantastic foundation. You will need to have gained experience in assisting with large and complex transactions. With excellent technical and communication skills along with a strong client-facing attitude, this role offers the chance to join a leading construction powerhouse. What you'll get in return Working with an established and collegiate team, you will enjoy excellent ongoing training in specialist areas allowing you to further grow and the opportunity to develop your Construction career on an excellent footing.With flexible and hybrid working options available, this is a great opportunity that would suit full or part-time lawyer, and those already in the Southwest or those looking to relocate to the Southwest in the near future. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role or are looking for further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.If this job isn't right for you but you are looking for a new job, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion on your career.We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

SAP Payroll & Time Advisor Location: Broughton, North Wales (Hybrid Working - 4 Days Onsite) Contract: 6 Months (Potential Extension) Hours: 35 Hours Per Week (4.5-Day Working Week) Pay Rate: 17.24 per hour PAYE / 23.07 per hour Umbrella Security Clearance: BPSS Required Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to join a world-class organisation at the forefront of innovation? Guidant Global is recruiting for a SAP Payroll & Time Advisor to support a leading aerospace organisation based in Broughton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly collaborative HR and Reward Operations team, where you'll play a key role in delivering accurate payroll services and exceptional support to employees across the UK . About the Role As a SAP Payroll & Time Advisor, you'll be responsible for processing a wide range of payroll, time management and HR administration activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance and outstanding customer service at every stage. Working within a fast-paced environment, you'll support colleagues and stakeholders with payroll-related queries, manage key administrative processes and contribute to the smooth running of payroll operations from start to finish. What You'll Be Doing Payroll Administration Process payroll-related transactions including: Detached Duty, Standby and On Call payments One-time payments Memberships, loans and PASS scheme transactions Working Party Subsistence claims P45s and New Starter Declarations Settlement Agreements Court Orders Time Management Administration Process employee time-related activities including: Overtime submissions Shift pattern changes Sickness records Phased Return to Work arrangements Time Savings Accounts and Salary Offset activities HR Operations Support Manage a variety of HR administration tasks, including: Employment references and solicitor correspondence First-line support for flexible benefits queries Administration and support of the e-pay system Mail merge communications and departmental correspondence Liaison with the external e-payslip provider Customer Support Provide professional and customer-focused support via telephone and ticketing systems. Assist internal stakeholders with payroll and HR-related queries. Ensure Service Level Agreements are consistently achieved. What We're Looking For We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate: Previous experience within a payroll environment. Strong payroll data processing and query handling experience. Knowledge of PAYE, SSP, SMP, SPP, pensions, student loans and other payroll deductions. Experience using computerised payroll systems, ideally SAP. A background working in a busy administrative or office environment. Excellent customer service skills, both written and verbal. Strong organisational and planning skills. Confidence working independently and managing competing priorities. Proficiency using Google Workspace applications. Personal Attributes You'll thrive in this role if you are: Customer-focused and results-driven. A proactive problem-solver with a logical approach. A collaborative team player who supports colleagues. Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. Adaptable, organised and resilient under pressure. Passionate about continuous improvement and delivering high-quality service. What's in It for You? Competitive hourly rates: 17.24 PAYE 23.07 Umbrella Hybrid working model with four days onsite. Opportunity to gain experience within a globally recognised organisation. Potential contract extension beyond the initial six-month term. Structured onboarding and support from an experienced HR team. Valuable exposure to payroll, HR operations and reward processes within a complex business environment. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to develop your payroll and HR administration expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to critical business operations and gain valuable experience with industry-leading systems and processes. If you're organised, customer-focused and passionate about delivering accurate payroll services, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your payroll career with Guidant Global. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Employment Lawyer Bristol Salary up to 65k D.O.E Yolk Recruitment is supporting a highly regarded national law firm with the recruitment of an experienced Senior Employment Lawyer. This is an excellent opportunity for an employment law specialist to join an established team handling a varied caseload on behalf of individuals, businesses, insurers and institutional clients. As a Senior Employment Lawyer, you will provide strategic, technical and practical guidance across a broad range of employment law matters. You will work closely with the Group Leader, Partner and other experienced lawyers, helping to maintain high technical standards while delivering practical and commercially focused advice. Flexible hybrid working available. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time opportunities. This is what you will be doing Your duties and responsibilities will include:- Providing strategic, technical and practical guidance across complex employment law matters. Managing and advising on claimant and respondent employment cases, including insurance-backed litigation. Supporting colleagues with technical queries, case strategy and best practice. Building strong relationships with individual, business and insurer clients while providing excellent client service. Working closely with senior stakeholders to maintain high standards across the employment law team. The experience you will bring to the team You will bring the following experience to the Employment team:- Qualification as a Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer or equivalent legal professional. Extensive experience handling a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. Strong knowledge of employment legislation, tribunal procedure and technical employment law issues. Experience working with lay clients, businesses, insurers or defendant insurer claims handlers. The ability to manage complex litigation, work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines. This is what you will get in return Excellent annual leave entitlement and company sick pay. Pension membership, life insurance and discounted insurance products. Membership of a health cash plan, online GP appointments and physiotherapy support. Gym, lifestyle and season ticket discounts. Professional membership support and access to structured development opportunities. Personal development plans, mentoring and transparent career progression routes. Employee recognition, referral and long-service award schemes. Cycle-to-work and wider wellbeing initiatives. Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Senior Employment Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Your New Role This is a great opportunity for a junior solicitor looking to move in-house or build upon existing in-house experience. Reporting to the General Counsel, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, gaining hands-on exposure to a broad range of commercial, corporate and strategic matters. You'll be part of a growing legal team, supported by external counsel and legal technology tools, with plenty of scope to develop your responsibilities as the business grows. You'll be responsible for: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, including equipment supply and installation agreements Supporting the sales, procurement and operations teams with day-to-day legal advice Assisting with dispute management and regulatory compliance matters Contributing to ESG and sustainability initiatives, including the company's BCorp accreditation journey Working closely with the Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel on a variety of legal and commercial projects across the business What You'll Need to Succeed 1-5 years' PQE, ideally gained in projects and/or construction Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and project agreements, including high-value contracts Strong technical skills combined with a practical, commercial approach Comfortable building relationships with stakeholders across a business A proactive and adaptable mindset with a willingness to learn Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work in a fast-paced environment Based in or within a commutable distance of Bristol, with flexibility for hybrid working Previous in-house experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Equally, solar sector experience is not required. The business is keen to hear from ambitious lawyers who are looking to develop their projects/commercial skillset and build a long-term career in-house. What You'll Get in Return Competitive salary Discretionary performance bonus (15% paid last year) Hybrid and flexible working arrangements ESG-focused benefits, including an EV car scheme and volunteering days Significant career development opportunities within a rapidly growing business Exposure to senior leadership and high-profile commercial projects A supportive and collaborative culture where you can genuinely make an impact Ready to Make a Difference? If you're a junior lawyer looking to take the next step in your career and gain broad commercial experience within a growing in-house legal team, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Leila Manson at Hays Legal for further information on this opportunity - What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

A manufacturer in Lincolnshire is looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Legal Counsel to provide immediate support on a six-month fixed-term contract. This is a broad, hands-on role covering domestic and international commercial contracts alongside employment, litigation, environmental, regulatory and competition matters. Applicants must be available to start immediately or at short notice. Client Details Our client is a substantial UK organisation operating across a complex, internationally connected and highly regulated environment. Its legal team works closely with senior stakeholders across commercial, operational and corporate functions, providing advice on matters with genuine financial and strategic importance. The organisation offers an experienced lawyer the opportunity to undertake meaningful work from the outset, combining high-value commercial matters with exposure to a wide range of wider legal issues. Description The Senior Commercial Legal Counsel will be: Taking ownership of a broad range of domestic and international commercial contracts involving the purchase and sale of goods and services. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex, high-value and business-critical agreements. Providing initial advice on employment, HR and litigation matters and managing external counsel on more complex cases. Advising senior stakeholders on environmental, regulatory and competition law risks. Delivering pragmatic and commercially focused advice with minimal supervision from the outset. Profile The Senior Commercial Legal Counsel should be: A solicitor or equivalent with at least 10 years' PQE. Available to begin the assignment immediately or at short notice. Experienced in handling a broad range of commercial contracts autonomously. Ideally experienced within an in-house legal team and accustomed to working directly with senior stakeholders. Preferably experienced within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or another complex operational environment. Comfortable providing initial guidance across employment, litigation, environmental, regulatory and competition matters. Confident instructing and managing external legal advisers where specialist support is required. Practical, resilient and able to prioritise effectively in a fast-moving business. Job Offer The successful Senior Commercial Legal Counsel will receive: A salary of £90,000-£100,000 pro rata. An immediate six-month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to turn permanent. Hybrid working, with two days per week in the Lincolnshire office. Exposure to complex UK and international commercial matters. Direct interaction with senior business stakeholders. The opportunity to make an immediate and visible contribution within a significant organisation. If you're an experienced Senior Commercial Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.