26 jobs found in Ampthill

Senior Estates Manager Location: Welwyn Job Type: Contract - Long Term Salary: £650 per day We are seeking an experienced Senior Estates Manager to lead our client's estates team on a long-term contract basis. This pivotal role is based in Welwyn, working directly with the council. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic professional who is ready to handle responsibilities in a fast-paced environment and lead a team towards achieving strategic estate management goals. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Leadership and Management: Direct and oversee the estates team, ensuring effective management and coordination of activities. Strategic Estate Management: Develop and implement strategies for the management of the council's property portfolio, including planning for future developments and disposals. Covenant and Deed Management: Manage covenant and deed releases, ensuring compliance with local regulations and historical restrictions. Rent Reviews and Valuations: Oversee rent...

Our client, based in Buckinghamshire, is currently recruiting for a Governance Manager on a 3-month temporary contract, with a temp to perm option. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The salary is £60,000 and the hourly rate will be the equivalent to the salary. Duties will include (but are not limited to): * Supporting the governance and compliance function, promoting a high-performance, customer-focused culture. Working closely with senior colleagues, you will oversee internal audit activity, governance frameworks, statutory and regulatory registers, and policy review arrangement * Includes providing expert advice on emerging compliance and regulatory matters, acting as Assistant Company Secretary, supporting Board and Committee activity, and championing effective risk management and value for money across the business * Reporting to the Head of Governance and Company Secretary, you will support the delivery of strong governance and...

Group Financial Accountant An excellent opportunity has become available for a Group Financial Accountant to join a large, multi-site organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Working within a collaborative finance function, you'll support statutory reporting, group reporting and financial control while contributing to ongoing finance improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities * Preparation of group reporting. * Production of statutory accounts. * Month-end and year-end reporting. * Balance sheet reconciliations. * Technical accounting support. * Liaison with external auditors. * Financial controls and compliance. * Process improvement projects. About You * ACA or ACCA qualified. * Strong technical accounting knowledge. * Experience preparing statutory accounts. * Excellent analytical skills. * Strong attention to detail. * Comfortable working within a complex organisation. Desirable * Previous experience within professional services or...

Belmont Recruitment are currently working with a client in the Harrow area of London, for a contract post that we have for a Criminal Justice based team. The role will include you managing a majority Criminal Justice based caseload with some clients on the caseload having substance misuse issues also, so experience of mixed caseload management is advantagous. Ideally you will have expeience with CJ interventions, delivering RA's DRR and ATR assessments. Hours: Full Time- 9am to 5pm Days: Monday - Friday Contract: 3 Months (+ongoing) Salary: £19.00 to £21.00 per hour Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. * Referal Benefit Scheme

Role: Compliance Coordinator Location: Working onsite, Forward Drive, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT Pay: £18.22 per hour PAYE or £23.71 per hour Umbrella Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a proactive and detail driven Compliance Coordinator to support the Housing & Regeneration division. This onsite role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys coordinating compliance activity, and is confident working with multiple stakeholders across a busy service. About the Role: As a Compliance Coordinator, you will play a key part in ensuring that housing related compliance processes are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in line with statutory and organisational requirements. You'll support officers, maintain essential records, and help keep the division running smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Compliance monitoring - Support the coordination of compliance checks across Housing & Regeneration. Data management...

Senior Housing Benefit Appeals Officer  £30 per hour (Umbrella) Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm Primarily Home-Based (Occasional Office Attendance) Contract Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Housing Benefit Appeals Officer to join a Local Authority team on a contract basis. This role is focused exclusively on appeals work and requires a specialist with strong experience managing complex cases through reconsideration, escalation and Tribunal stages. The Role You will be responsible for managing a caseload of Housing Benefit appeals, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently and in line with legislation, policy and Tribunal requirements. Key responsibilities include: Preparing and submitting Housing Benefit appeal cases Managing reconsiderations and escalated appeals Preparing detailed appeal submissions and legal documentation Representing the Council at Tribunal hearings Liaising with internal teams, legal representatives and external stakeholders...

Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Officer Location: North West London Rate: £28.00 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 6 Months Working Pattern: Full Time Working Arrangement: Hybrid We are currently recruiting for an experienced Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Officer to join a busy Housing Needs team in North West London. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with experience in homelessness prevention, housing options, and statutory homelessness assessments to make a real difference to residents facing housing difficulties. Key Responsibilities Deliver the Council's statutory duties to prevent and relieve homelessness under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Manage a caseload of households threatened with homelessness or currently homeless. Conduct homelessness assessments and determine appropriate housing duties. Develop and review Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs). Negotiate with landlords, agents, family members, and other...

Senior Corporate Surveyor Location: North West London Rate: Competitive (Umbrella) Contract: 3-month ongoing contract Working Pattern: Hybrid – Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Corporate Surveyor to join a busy Local Authority in North West London on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing a diverse corporate property portfolio, providing expert valuation and estate management advice, and supporting the delivery of the Council's Asset Management Strategy. You will lead on complex property matters, oversee external consultants, and help maximise the value and performance of the Council's assets. The role includes responsibility for corporate estate management, statutory valuations, asset rationalisation and managing external valuation consultants. Key Responsibilities Deliver professional property valuations, including Right to Buy, acquisitions, disposals and insurance valuations....

Principal Network Compliance Officer North West London My client is recruiting for a Principal Network Compliance Officer based within the local Authority in North West London and the surrounding area. Responsibilities Deputise for the Network Team Leader as necessary to ensure continuance of service delivery. To provide a lead role within New Roads and Streetworks Act, Highways Act and Highways maintenance, acting as a coach and providing expert guidance to other Technical Officers and Technical Support Officers designated to support them in delivering effective services To be responsible for day to day inspection and enforcement regimes for statutory street works and highways safety and enforcement inspections and report on conditions to bring about improvements To issue notices to statutory undertakers and other departments in relation to the timing of activities on the highway network Prepare, as necessary, reports and statements of evidence for legal proceedings resulting...

Your new company A large local authority is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join its established legal team on an interim basis. This is an initial 3-month assignment with an immediate start available, offering the opportunity to join a busy and supportive local government legal function handling a high-volume childcare caseload. The team advises on complex and sensitive matters impacting children and families and is looking for an experienced practitioner who can quickly integrate and provide immediate support. The role requires office (occasional) and hearing attendance, though fully remote candidates will be considered on the basis a higher caseload is managed where advocacy responsibilities are not undertaken. Your new role You will manage a full childcare caseload within a local authority setting with minimal supervision, advising social care teams and internal stakeholders on a range of public law childcare matters. Key responsibilities will also...

Your new company A large local authority is seeking an experienced public sector Contracts Solicitor to join its established legal team on an interim basis. This is an initial 4-6 month assignment with an immediate start available - an excellent opportunity to work in a high-performing in-house legal function, supporting a broad range of strategic projects and commercial initiatives. The organisation operates across a diverse portfolio of services and requires legal support on complex contractual, procurement, funding and partnership matters. You will work alongside experienced legal professionals and key stakeholders across the business, providing commercially focused and pragmatic legal advice. Your new role You will provide specialist legal support on a wide range of commercial contracts and procurement matters, advising internal stakeholders on legal risk and ensuring compliance with applicable procurement legislation. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on...

Job Title: Senior Category Manager, Procurement (Regeneration) Location: London (Hybrid working) Rate: £333.93 PAYE / £450 umbrella Contract Type: Interim About the Role: We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to provide expert procurement and commercial leadership for the Regeneration, Economy & Housing Development (REHD) division. You will manage a team of 4 procurement project staff and focus on construction-related procurement, major works contracts, and regeneration capital development projects. This role involves advising, persuading, and authoring procurement documents while ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: * Provide procurement support to the Housing Regeneration and Delivery service, including strategy development and implementation. * Oversee contract negotiations and management for major regeneration works and services. * Lead the development of procurement project plans, ensuring adherence to...

Planning Lawyer – In House – 6 Month Contract Key Responsibilities: * Providing expert legal advice on planning and development matters within a corporate or commercial context * Drafting and reviewing planning agreements, permits, and related documentation * Advising on compliance with planning laws, regulations, and policies * Collaborating with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes * Managing caseloads efficiently while maintaining high-quality legal standards Requirements: * Qualified solicitor or barrister with proven experience in planning law * Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and procedures in the private sector * Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to changing priorities * Excellent communication and negotiation skills * Availability for immediate start on a locum basis

Dawn Ellmore Employment are supporting a Top London Law Firm in their search for a Patent Paralegal to join them initially on a 12-month FTC. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Patent professional to join a superb and friendly team and secure the incredible benefits which are on offer! To be successful you must hone a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Patent Paralegal /or Administrator as well as being CIPA Qualified. Having strong attention to detail is vital along with being able to time-manage effectively. Duties will include: * Filing patent applications. * Liaising with clients and assisting other members of staff. * Handing foreign patents as well as assignments. This an incredible opportunity, get in touch now to find out more… Dawn Ellmore Employment aims to respond to all applicants, however due to the number of applications received this is regrettably not always possible. If you have not received a response within three working days, you...

Legal Executive/ Seinior Legal Executive (Commercial Contracts & Compliance) Up to £60,000 | Fixed-Term Contract until March 2027 Hybrid Working with Travel when required to most local office in Chatham, London or Manchester. Our client is a highly respected professional consultancy with a strong reputation in its field. Due to maternity cover, they are seeking a Legal Executive to join their team on a fixed-term basis until March 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional who enjoys working with contracts and managing risk. The role will focus primarily on the review, drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, alongside supporting a range of compliance and governance activities. The Role As Legal Executive, you will play a key role in supporting the business's contractual and compliance requirements by: * Reviewing, drafting and negotiating a high volume of commercial contracts and agreements. * Identifying legal and...

Risk and Compliance Manager – London – Full time onsite Job description We are recruiting for a Risk and Compliance Manager to join our client, an insurance business, in their Compliance team. This is a 6 month FTC, with a permanent opportunity, offering an excellent salary and great benefits. About the role: To manage the regulatory and legislative compliance function for all jurisdictions within which the company operates through the development and operation of an effective worldwide framework. To manage the risk monitoring framework and risk register. Key responsibilities include; To provide compliance management, advice, education and training, taking ownership and seeking resolution of the compliance function, including any new regulatory initiatives. To manage regulatory and legislative compliance within the global business and to ensure that the appropriate regulatory registrations (including licences) and approvals are in place. Line manage the KYC Screening...

EMIR Regulatory Reporting Business Analyst (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid, 2 anchor days per week) Duration: 12 Months Rate: £600-£700 per day The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced EMIR Regulatory Reporting Business Analyst to join a specialist Trade & Transaction Reporting team within a leading financial institution. This role sits within a dedicated regulatory reporting change and oversight function focused on ensuring the accuracy, completeness and compliance of EMIR reporting obligations. Working alongside regulatory SMEs, Business Analysts, Compliance teams and Technology partners, you will investigate reporting exceptions, perform detailed analysis, identify root causes and drive remediation activities through to resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong EMIR Trade Reporting expertise, business analysis skills and derivatives product knowledge to play a key role in a high-profile regulatory reporting environment. Key...

Housing Reviews Officer Location: Berkshire Rate: £32-34 Contract: Temporary, Full Time Hybrid: 1 day in the office Key Requirements * Minimum 2 years' experience carrying out Section 202 and Section 204 Housing Reviews. * Strong knowledge of the: * Housing Act 1996 * Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 * Relevant homelessness legislation and case law * Experience producing legally robust review decisions. * Ability to manage complex cases and review representations from applicants, advocates, and solicitors. Key Responsibilities * Conduct statutory and non-statutory reviews of housing decisions. * Investigate cases thoroughly and assess all available evidence. * Prepare clear, detailed, and legally compliant review determinations. * Ensure compliance with housing and homelessness legislation. * Liaise with applicants, legal representatives, and partner agencies. * Maintain accurate case records and produce reports as required. *...

HR Manager (Maternity Cover) Location - London - Liverpool St Station Hours - 9am to 5pm. This is a hybrid role. Min 3 days in the office Salary: up to £77k DOE Start Date - Immediately Role - 12 month FTC Industry - Law Firm (must have experience working in a law firm) Background A leading professional services organisation seeking an experienced HR Manager to provide comprehensive, proactive and commercially focused HR support across the business. This role requires experience within a legal or professional services environment, with particular expertise in trainee recruitment, vacation schemes and early careers development. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders while leading and developing the HR team. Job Purpose To provide comprehensive, proactive and consistent HR generalist support to allocated business areas and the wider organisation, while supporting the management and development of the HR function. The role will act as a trusted...

HR Manager (Maternity Cover) Location - London - Liverpool St Station Hours - 9am to 5pm. This is a hybrid role. Min 3 days in the office Salary: up to £77k DOE Start Date - Immediately Role - 12 month FTC Industry - Law Firm (must have experience working in a law firm) Background A leading professional services organisation seeking an experienced HR Manager to provide comprehensive, proactive and commercially focused HR support across the business. This role requires experience within a legal or professional services environment, with particular expertise in trainee recruitment, vacation schemes and early careers development. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders while leading and developing the HR team. Job Purpose To provide comprehensive, proactive and consistent HR generalist support to allocated business areas and the wider organisation, while supporting the management and development of the HR function. The role will act as a trusted...