51 Legal jobs

Job Title: Legal Secretary Salary: £15.06 - £16.13 Per hour Location: St Albans Contract: Temporary with the possibility to go to permanent Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5:15pm COMPANY PROFILE We have an exciting opportunity to join our client in the professional services industry. They are looking for a switched on, proactive Legal Secretary to join their team. If you have previous experience as a Legal Sec with Private Client experience and are looking for a new challenge at a company who values their employee’s, please apply today! SKILLS REQUIRED * Previous experience at a law firm as a Legal Secretary * Has previous experience in private client (wills, trusts and/or probate) or property. * Fantastic communication skills * Able to work off own initiative * Quick learner and able to pick up new systems * Fast and accurate keyboard skills * Ability to work under pressure and towards deadlines * Smart and professional RESPONSIBILITES * Answer phone...

One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Deputy Director of Legal Services and Deputy Monitoring Officeron a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week. Overview: * To act as the Deputy Monitoring Officer for the Council Key Responsibilities: * Be accountable for the provision and development of Legal Services * Deputise for the Director of Law and Governance as required, including the role of Deputy Monitoring Officer * Be responsible for the Legal Services budget including monitoring and reporting with a view to deliver savings and a cost effective service * Personally provide high quality and timely legal advice and professional work to Directors and their directorates within the Council * Ensure that the Council receives...

Deputy Director of Legal Services and Deputy Monitoring Officer Location: 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 330.74 per day Job Ref: RQ(phone number removed) The primary purposes of this role are to lead the delivery of Legal Services within the Council, ensuring that the service is effective, fit for purpose, and in line with the Council’s requirements. This position involves proactively leading, managing, planning, and organizing the workflows of the service, becoming a core member of the Law and Governance Management Team, and providing operational and strategic vision, strong leadership, and support as the key management role in the service. Additionally, the role is responsible for ensuring that the service is run in the most cost-effective and efficient way, raising the profile of Islington Council Legal Services internally, regionally, and nationally through...

Sue Ross Recruitment are delighted to be working alongside their client in Sheffield who are looking for a legal secretary to join the team on a temporary / locum basis. This is a full-time role, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and is fully office based. Prior legal secretary experience is a MUST for this role. Daily duties and responsibilities for this role include; • General reception duties • Screening calls and gathering relevant information • Assisting with file opening and closing • Using case management system • General secretarial work including audio typing Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment

Urgent Contract CMP Administrator Middlesex, UK (4 days from office weekly) (Inside IR35) Job Summary: A new temporary position for a OneTrust CMP Administrator to be responsible for managing and overseeing the implementation and day-to-day operations of the OneTrust Consent Management Platform (CMP). This role ensures that the platform is configured to meet the organisation’s privacy, consent, and data protection requirements in compliance with global regulations such as PECR, GDPR, CCPA, and other data privacy laws. The administrator will collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to optimise the platform and ensure it meets business needs. Key Responsibilities: Administer and maintain the OneTrust CMP, including configuration, customisation, and integration with other systems. Ensure the CMP is compliant with global privacy regulations such as PECR, GDPR, and CCPA. Configure and manage consent banners and preference centres within the OneTrust platform....

Litigation Secretary Temporary Fixed Term – 2 months * At least 2 year’s audio typing (we use big hand dictation services) * Experience of preparing court documents and hearing bundles * Confident taking phone calls and initial enquiry information * Ideally litigation experience Due to progression, our client is seeking Legal Secretary`s for the Litigation department. Duties and Responsibilities for a Legal Secretary - Litigation: * Completion of fast and accurate audio typing. * Preparing and dealing with confidential documents and correspondence * Ensure all information is correctly stored. * Supporting clients with enquiries, this can be telephone, email and occasionally in person. * Setting up case files, filing and archiving. * Making appointments, arranging meetings, and managing multiple diaries. * Any other Ad-hoc administrative duties. Experience Required for a Legal Secretary - Litigation: * Previous experience in a similar legal...

Childcare Solicitor Rate: £50-£60 per hour - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 6-month initial contract Northeast Local Authority Flexible Hybrid Working We are working with a local authority based in the Northeast region who are seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join their team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience covering childcare related matters in a local authority setting. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice and representation in care proceedings and family law matters. Manage legal queries from the Children and Young People Services Directorate. Conduct research to address more complex legal issues affecting operational matters. Collaborate with the legal team to ensure compliance with Law Society, Professional Standards and Lexcel accreditation. Key Requirements Qualified legal professional with a current practising certificate Experienced in children's law, including care proceedings and family law matters. Strong research and...

Vivid Resourcing are currently working with a local authority based in the West Midlands who are seeking to hire a childcare lawyer on a rolling contract for 3 months to cover a permanent recruitment drive. The position will require candidates to attend non-contested hearings in-person at least once a week - local candidates are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will: - Have at least 3 years PQE, - Have previous experience with IRHs and CMHs, - Be comfortable holding a reduced, mixed caseload of PLOs and Care Proceedings, - Be experienced working in the public sector. If this position is of interest to yourself (or someone you know) then contact David Harrop by phone on (phone number removed), or reach out to me on LinkedIn Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and...

Residential Conveyancer (Locum), 3+ years’ experience, Somerset, £competitive, holiday cover. A long-established law firm in Somerset is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to provide holiday cover during June and July. This locum opportunity offers the flexibility of hybrid working and the support of an experienced assistant, making it an ideal role for a confident and self-sufficient locum professional. Key Responsibilities: Manage a busy caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion. Progress existing files efficiently while maintaining high standards of client care. Work autonomously and hit the ground running with minimal supervision. Benefit from dedicated assistant support throughout the assignment.Requirements: A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with a minimum of 3 years’ experience handling residential conveyancing matters. Previous experience in a locum capacity, demonstrating adaptability...

Compliance Review OfficerLeicester12 Months Fixed Term Contract £26-28k per annum - with CeMap qualification £23-25k per annum - with no CeMap but Mortgage Admin experience We are the largest privately-owned mortgage network in the UK. Our goal is to continue to be the best home for mortgage advisers, protection specialists, equity release experts and general insurance professionals, whatever their size or location. Due to continued growth, we are looking to expand our compliance team at our head office in Leicester. Key Tasks Assessment of client files to ensure compliance with regulations and company standards. Ensure their Appointed Representatives are, as per FCA guidelines, always Treating Customers Fairly and delivering good customer outcomes. Provide compliant guidance and support to staff and Appointed Representatives. To instruct and coach members in order to improve risk assessment ratings. Accurately record any findings and corrective activity. Experience Ideally...

Fixed-Term Supervisor - Planned Works (Social Housing) Location: Swadlincote (Office & Local Sites) Salary: Up to £40,000 + Company Van Contract: 12 Months (May 2025 - December 2025) Are you an experienced Supervisor with a trade background in social housing, ready for an immediate start? We're looking for a proactive individual to join our new team on a fixed-term contract until the end of 2025. This role involves overseeing planned works (kitchens, bathrooms, roofing) across 3,000 properties, ensuring quality control and Health and Safety. You'll split your time between our Swadlincote office and local sites, managing subcontractors and leading from the front. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with the team to allocate daily work efficiently. Conduct pre-inspection works, providing clear guidance to operatives on job specifics. Perform post-inspection works to meticulously assess and ensure the quality of operatives' workmanship. Verify that large multi-trade...

Job Title: Principal In-House Counsel (Deputy Monitoring Officer) Contract Type: Temporary Contract Length: 3 Months Hourly Rate: £37.37 PAYE or £49.83 per hour Umbrella. Working Pattern: Full Time - 35 hours per week Driving Required: No Location: Hounslow Working arrangements (hybrid etc) - minimum one day in the office (1 day (Tuesday) however the team is moving to 2 later in the year)About Us: We are excited to introduce a key addition to our newly formed, dynamic "Legal Hub." As the Principal In-House Counsel (Deputy Monitoring Officer), you will play a pivotal role at the heart of the Council's commercial and governance activities. This position is primarily advisory, allowing you to focus on providing high-quality legal support rather than managing a heavy transactional caseload. Role Overview: In this position, you will provide essential legal guidance on governance, strategic developments, commercial matters, and transformational projects. You will be responsible for...

Senior Solicitor Location: Floor floor 4, Staffordshire Place 1, ST16 2DH Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 25.25 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Responsibilities Complete all aspects of complex legal casework, including drafting and negotiating complex legal documents to achieve the optimal outcome for the client. Represent the relevant client at high-level case-related meetings and conduct complex advocacy, including cross-examination of witnesses and experts at court hearings, small claims case management hearings, dispute resolution hearings, tribunals, mediation, public inquiries, panels, and committees. Support the wider areas of the Legal Services Unit (LSU) with complex casework, ensuring required training and appropriate supervision to help achieve LSU objectives. Deliver key projects to meet team objectives. Ensure strict adherence to the Legal Service Units’...

RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCING SOLICITOR- LOCUM, 3+ PQE, CIRCA £35 - £45 PER HOUR, CAMBRIDGESHIRE. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced locum to provide support to a team during maternity leave. JOB REF: 0151 •Our client is looking for a skilled Residential Conveyancer to handle all aspects of the conveyancing process from inception to completion. •The appointed Locum Solicitor will handle Residential Conveyancing matters, including freehold sales and purchase, leasehold sales and purchase, shared ownership, right to buy, remortgage, transfers of equity, newbuilds, and help to buy shared equity. •Applications are open to solicitors with at least 3 years’ PQE in Residential Conveyancing and previous experience in a similar role. •You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients and other stakeholders and offer exceptional levels of client care. •To apply contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on (phone number removed) or...

Our client is currently looking to recruit a Landlord and Compliance Specialist on an initial 3 month contract.    Landlord and Compliance Specialist £320 - £350 per day umbrella Somerset - Hybrid    Do you have what it takes to ensure homes are safe, compliant, and meet the highest standards of landlord responsibility? Our client is looking for a skilled and proactive Landlord and Compliance Specialist to join our Housing Compliance Team. About the Role As the Landlord and Compliance Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding the health and wellbeing of over 6,000 residents across Somerset’s housing stock. This includes providing expert oversight of property safety compliance areas such as asbestos, water hygiene, and radon safety, ensuring full adherence to statutory requirements, Codes of Practice, and council policies. From managing high-risk compliance contracts and coordinating digital compliance records, to advising on strategic planning and driving...

Vivid Resourcing are currently working with a local authority based in the North East who are seeking to hire a SEN lawyer on a rolling contract for 6 months to cover a permanent recruitment drive. This position can be offered on a fully remote basis with a required start date by Mid-July, The ideal candidate will: - Have at least 3 years PQE, - Have previous experience with SEN appeals, exclusions, tribunals, - Be comfortable working autonomously in a small team, - Be experienced working in the public sector. If this position is of interest to yourself (or someone you know) then contact David Harrop by phone on (phone number removed), or reach out to me on LinkedIn Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected...

Job Overview: North Yorkshire Council is seeking an experienced Childcare Lawyer (Solicitor) to join its legal team on an interim basis for approximately 6 months. This role is essential in supporting the Children and Young People Services Directorate by delivering high-quality legal advice and representation in care proceedings and family law matters. This role is hybrid, with a requirement to attend County Hall, Northallerton on Mondays. The remaining four days can be worked remotely. The postholder will primarily support services within the Harrogate area, so local candidates or those willing to commute are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice and representation on matters relating to children's social care, including care proceedings and family law. Manage and respond to legal queries from the Children and Young People Services Directorate. Conduct detailed legal research and offer insight on complex legal matters that affect service...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Commercial Manager to join the team with one of our prestigious clients, this can be worked hybrid out of their offices in Harwell or Bristol Primary Purpose of Role To provide effective support and direction on all Commercial inputs to UK ‘s bid and opportunity portfolio, through pro-active participation within the UK Bids team and other UK and Group business functions. To influence the development of capture strategies for new business opportunities that safeguard legal and regulatory compliance whilst maximising financial outturn and minimising financial and contractual risk. To have responsibility for allocated Commercial bidding activities, ensuring priorities and workloads are correctly set and allocated. To ensure that all necessary governance is enforced and the correct policies and processes are adhered to, including where necessary and appropriate that escalation and upward briefing is conducted accordingly....