57 Legal jobs

A housing association is currently looking for a Legal Assistant on a temporary basis for about 10 weeks. Key responsibilities are as follows You will be responsible for obtaining lease agreements and related documents from the Land Registry, ensuring completeness and accuracy against internal records Conduct detailed reviews of leases to extract key information, including service charges apportionment clauses,maintenance obligations, and any variations impacting cost allocation. Identify and escalate discrepancies to the Project Lead. Analyse extracted data to determine correct service charge apportionment and accurately log findings in joint spreadsheet, maintaining consistent formatting, categorisation, version control and audit trails for all updates. Identify and review additional leases based on initial findings and set criteria, applying risk-based prioritisation to address anomalies or complex cases promptly and ensure comprehensive coverage. Ensure all activities...

A modern and reputable solicitor’s firm in Basingstoke are looking for a full time Receptionist to join their team. This will be on an initial 3 Month fixed-term contract with the potential to go permanent. The firm are looking for candidates who can start as soon as possible. Duties and Responsibilities: Handling incoming enquiries by telephone, meeting/ greeting clients and visitors. Assisting with scheduling, filling and general office administration. Manage incoming and outgoing mail, couriers, and deliveries. Provide accurate information and direct queries to the appropriate departments. Ensuring that stationery stock levels on the floors are sufficiently stocked. Skills and Requirements: At least 1 Years + recent experience within a client facing reception role within a law firm is highly desirable but not essential. Professional services will be considered. Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Excellent client/customer service. Previous...

Job Advertisement: Temporary Legal Administrator Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a vital public service? Our client, the Devon & Cornwall Police Force, is seeking a dedicated Legal Administrator to join their team at the Middlemoor Police HQ in Exeter. This temporary, part-time working 35 hours per week (Hybrid working), the role offers an hourly rate of £13.33, until at least the end of March 2027. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in supporting legal services for law enforcement. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside professionals committed to justice and community service. Flexible Schedule: Part-time hours allow for a work-life balance. Key Responsibilities: As a Legal Administrator, you will provide essential administrative support to the Joint Legal Services Department. Your duties will include: Diary Management: Support the Head of Legal Services and Senior Force Legal Advisors, coordinating and prioritising their work...

Senior Legal Officer - Right to Buy East of England Hybrid or Remote £25 - £30 umbrella per hour Sellick Partnership are working with a Local Authority seeking an experienced Property Senior Legal Officer / Senior Paralegal. This role will be offered on an initial 3-month basis, with a strong likelihood of extension. The majority of the role can be worked remotely, with office attendance desirable but not essential. The purpose of the role is to: Progress allocated Right to Buy cases in accordance with all the relevant legislative and procedural requirements in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner Provide administrative support to the Property Planning and Contracts team (and/or possibly other Legal Services' teams) to assist in supporting the day-to-day operations of Legal Services as well as the service delivery that is provided to clients. The client is ideally looking for someone with experience of working within a local authority setting, but experience in...

Service Care Legal are working with a local authority in Bedfordshire who are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Officer with strong expertise in Right to Buy transactions to join their Legal Services team on a fixed-term basis.   ROLE:                  Right to Buy Legal Officer LOCATION:         Bedfordshire / Hybrid RATE:                   £30ph LTD / £26.72ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £23.84ph PAYE exc. holiday pay CONTRACT:        3 months with possibility of extension, 36 hours per weel   Please note that this this would be a hybrid working position/   Key Responsibilities: Manage high-volume Right to Buy caseloads, ensuring timely and compliant property transactions Draft, review, and process legal documents related to property disposals and conveyancing Investigate title issues, prepare reports, and advise on legal implications Serve statutory notices and handle post-completion formalities Liaise with councils, external solicitors, and stakeholders to facilitate case...

Location: London Reports to: Medico-Legal Services Team Remuneration: £90 - £100 per assessment (dependent on experience and location). Each assessment will last 1 30-45 mins. Travel costs will be extra. Overview We are seeking experienced Orthopaedic Surgeons to join our national panel of medico-legal experts. This flexible, sessional role is ideal for consultants wishing to expand into medico-legal practice, providing independent assessments primarily for personal injury, road traffic accidents (RTAs), and more complex case types. Key Responsibilities * Conduct in-person medico-legal assessments at clinics located near your home or primary practice. * Perform comprehensive physical examinations and evaluate a wide range of orthopaedic symptoms and injuries. * Carry out assessments that may involve the physical manifestations of psychological symptoms (e.g., PTSD, anxiety, flashbacks, depression). * Review and validate medico-legal reports...

Temporary Legal Support Officer - Mansfield- £15.67 per hour- 10 weeks guranteed- Hybrid working Cherry Professional are pleased to be working with their public sector client once more on a rare but exciting opportunity to join their Property Management Team on a temporary basis.  Responsibilities: To liaise with internal stakeholders, external solicitors, local authorities and members of the public in relation to legal matters within the team and to be the first port of call within the team in order to allocate to the correct legal adviser. To liaise with all directors in relation to the supply of information in relation to legal and records. To instruct external legal providers on behalf of the Head of Legal and Records and obtain quotes for the work to be undertaken. Maintaining the register of legal instructions and liaising with the relevant stakeholders to ensure that deadlines are met. To assist the Head of Legal and Records in managing the external legal providers...

Work for a Local authority near London as an Interim Legal and Governance Officer. Hybrid - FTC 1 year - £500 per day (umbrella, Inside IR35) or £58,332 to £68,626 pro rata. Purpose of the Role. Provide legal and governance advice supporting lawful, transparent and effective decision-making. Assist in developing and implementing governance frameworks and constitutional documents. Support Monitoring Officer duties and ensure statutory and regulatory compliance. Contribute to organisational resilience, risk management and democratic accountability. Help shape a collaborative, high-integrity organisational culture. Build partnerships and work across the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors to drive inward investment, secure funding from government, and ensure value for money in all financial commitments. Leadership & Governance Frameworks Support delivery of legal, governance and compliance functions. Act as the designated scrutiny officer for the CCA, ensuring...

Our well-respected and established client is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide support within their Employment team. If you have previous experience working as a Legal Secretary/Assistant we Full or part-time hours will be considered, office based and fixed term till April 2026. Responsibilities: * Dealing with the administrative aspects of the matter from file opening to file closing to include all compliance, file organisation and record keeping, billing, key dates, write offs, credit control matters, payment requests, archiving. * Typing dictation. * Scanning and allocating post to matter file in SOS. Notifying lawyers of all incoming communications. * Management of outgoing paper-based post. * Management of electronic documents sent from and to external parties, ensuring documents are downloaded, organised in accordance with Department protocols and saved correctly within SOS * Management of document release requests. * Keeping lawyers up to date on...

Our well-respected and established client is seeking a talented, friendly and enthusiastic Team Assistant to provide support within their Employment team. If you have previous experience working as a Legal or Team Assistant and are looking to strengthen your knowledge and experience further, this role could be exactly what you’re looking for! Full or part-time hours will be considered, office based and fixed term till April 2026. Responsibilities: * Dealing with the administrative aspects of the matter from file opening to file closing to include all compliance, file organisation and record keeping, billing, key dates, write offs, credit control matters, payment requests, archiving. * Typing dictation. * Scanning and allocating post to matter file in SOS. Notifying lawyers of all incoming communications. * Management of outgoing paper-based post. * Management of electronic documents sent from and to external parties, ensuring documents are downloaded, organised in...

Customer Estate Planning Advisor (Call Service Representative) Pay Rate: £12.60 per hour (weekly pay) Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Location: Bristol or Sheffield City Centre Background Checks: DBS and Basic Credit Check Required We are recruiting on behalf of our client for motivated and customer-focused Call Service Representatives to join their expanding Estate Planning Advisory team. As the first point of contact for many of their clients, you'll handle each call with empathy and professionalism, delivering a service the team can be proud of. Our client is passionate about developing their people. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience within a legal environment, benefit from ongoing training, learn about succession planning, and strengthen your customer service and sales skills. Whether you're starting a career in law or simply have a passion for providing great customer service, this role offers the opportunity to grow-whether that's into legal work,...

My client is seeking a forward-thinking Environmental Health Manager to head up a local authority team in the North West, acting as Lead Officer for food law and workplace health & safety enforcement across the Borough. What You’ll Be Doing * Strategic delivery of the Food Law Service Plan and Health & Safety Enforcement Strategy * Interpretation and implementation of legislation and national guidance * Oversight of statutory returns and policy compliance * Representation of the council in legal proceedings What You’ll Be Managing * A team of senior and apprentice-level officers * Inspections of high-risk and approved food premises * Investigations into food complaints, infectious diseases, and workplace accidents What You’ll Bring * Degree in Environmental Health with EHRB/CIEH registration * Proven competency in food safety and health & safety enforcement * Experience in policy development, legal processes, and strategic planning *...

A Solicitor is responsible for various legal tasks, including: * Providing Legal Advice: Offering expert guidance to clients on legal * matters * Drafting Legal Documents: Preparing contracts, agreements, and other legal paperwork. * Representing Clients: Acting on behalf of clients in court, negotiations, or mediations. * Client Interaction: Working closely with clients to understand their legal needs and ensure their interests are protected. * Conducting Legal Research: Investigating legal precedents and relevant laws to support cases. These responsibilities highlight the essential functions of a solicitor in the * legal profession

Service Care Legal are seeking a skilled and motivated Housing Litigation Lawyer to join their legal department on a locum basis. This role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse and challenging caseload within a supportive local authority environment. ROLE:                  Housing Litigation Lawyer LOCATION           South London RATE:                   £50ph (umbrella) / £39.76ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £35.48ph exc. holiday pay CONTRACT         36 hours per week, 3 month ongoing contract You will focus on one or more of the following key areas:   Complex possession proceedings Housing Judicial Reviews Access cases Anti-Social Behaviour Injunctions Key Responsibilities   Manage and progress a caseload of litigation matters, ensuring cases are handled efficiently and to a high standard. Provide expert legal advice to internal departments and stakeholders on housing and public law litigation issues. Represent the Council in court and at tribunals where required. Draft,...

Your new company Your new company is an education provider in Liverpool. Your new role Your new role as Compliance Manager will require you to oversee the estates maintenance function for statutory compliance. Your role will require you to ensure the safe upkeeping of asbestos, legionella, fire, gas, electric and lifts etc. What you'll need to succeed To succeed, you will need a background in estates maintenance and experience of managing contractors on a mixture of Building and M&E related projects. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a temporary contract with the likelihood that it will go permanent. This is a hybrid working role, 2 days from home, 3 in the office. 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...

Hiring Now: Band 8B Solicitor – NHS Legal Team (Remote/Hybrid) – £43.00 per hour We are urgently seeking an experienced Band 8B Solicitor to support an NHS Trust Legal Team on a contract basis. 📍 Location: Salisbury area (Remote/Hybrid) 💷 Pay Rate: £43.00 per hour 📅 Duration: January – March 2026 (with potential extension) 🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Role Overview * You will provide expert in-house legal support across key areas including: * Clinical negligence (defendant) * Inquests & Coroner’s Court preparation * Healthcare law (consent, capacity, Mental Health Act, data protection) * NHSR claims handling * Disclosure requests & regulatory matters * Supporting senior stakeholders and clinicians Requirements * Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) * Strong NHS, healthcare, clinical negligence, or inquest experience * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal team * Available to start January 2026

Job Title: No Access Investigation Officer - (Housing) Location: Newham Contract Type: Temporary - initially 6 months Rate: £21.01 PATE hour Are you passionate about ensuring resident safety and legal compliance? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your skills can make a difference? Join our client as a No Access Investigation Officer and play a vital role in supporting the community! About the Role: As a No Access Investigation Officer, you will be instrumental in resolving persistent no-access cases within our housing stock. This dynamic position involves: Investigating and managing a caseload of no-access properties through home visits and resident engagement. Coordinating access for essential inspections (gas, electrical, fire & building safety). Supporting vulnerable residents and upholding tenancy conditions. Collaborating with legal teams to escalate unresolved cases and prepare documentation for court.Key Responsibilities: Conduct interviews with...

Job Title: Paralegal Location: Dunton Essex (4 days onsite in office / 1 day from home - mandatory office days) Rate: £29.59Ph increasing to £38.38Ph after 13 weeks under AWR - Umbrella Co Basis (Inside IR35) Employment Type: Contract (12 Months) Hours: Standard 37.5 Hours Per Week Reference: F56456 Our Client seeks an experienced paralegal to join the Legal office in Dunton, Essex Position Description Work collaboratively with members of the Legal Office to support various cross-functional projects, work with business teams to implement legal and regulatory changes, work with the customer service team and outside counsel on customer complaints and litigation, conduct legal research, and provide other key support for the Legal team. You will: * Assist attorneys to develop legal advice for management that improves Company decision-making * Support the core business of while also participating in cross- functional project teams * Assist the Legal team with ensuring...

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a bustling local authority, based in the West Midlands, which is seeking a skilled Commercial and Residential Property Solicitor to join their busy Property and Contracts department on a part-time basis.   Role: Commercial and Residential Property Solicitor Umbrella Rate: £50–£55 per hour PAYE Inc Rate: £44.10 - £48.44ph Hours: 25–30 per week (4 days) Contract Length: 4–6 months Location: West Midlands - Fully Remote / Hybrid   Key Responsibilities Managing your own diverse caseload of commercial and residential property matters. Handling lease renewals, title queries, auction sales, and Land Registry matters. Transfer of parts on large development sites. Providing advice on statutory residential property matters, including Council charges.Requirements Have 3+ years of PQE in commercial and residential property law as a Solicitor in England and Wales. Demonstrable experience in both residential and commercial property, particularly...

Sewell Wallis is recruiting for a global firm in the heart of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This business is operating in 40+ countries and has well over 50 offices worldwide. Due to expansion, they're looking for a Junior AML Risk & Compliance Analyst to join their team. This is a 18-month fixed-term contract role and an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Risk and Compliance. Hybrid working is on offer for this Junior AML Risk & Compliance Analyst job. What will you be doing? Conduct client due diligence (CDD) on new and existing clients and matters from an AML, sanctions and reputational risk perspective. Undertake client and matter risk assessments considering the client's jurisdiction, legal, regulatory position and commercial activities, among other risk factors. Administering company searches on all new client engagements, determining if there is a PEP, sanction or negative media/press issue identified. Take ownership of all stages of...