29 jobs found in Didcot

Highways Contract Manager (NEC4) – 6-Month Contract Location: Oxfordshire (2–3 days per week in the office, Tuesdays mandatory, other days subject to business needs) Rate: £65 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 6 Months (Potential Extension) We are seeking an experienced Highways Contract Manager to join on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior opportunity to take responsibility for the NEC Service Manager function across major highways maintenance contracts valued between £30m–£50m per annum. This role is ideal for a highways professional with strong NEC4 contract management experience who can drive performance, value for money, and continuous improvement while working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external contractors. Key Responsibilities Act as the delegated NEC Service Manager for Highways Maintenance contracts. Oversee the delivery and performance of highways contracts, ensuring compliance with NEC4 contract requirements. Manage contract performance,...

Legal Practice Project Lead Job Purpose To support the Legal Practice Manager in delivering service improvements across Legal Services, including the implementation of new systems, development of processes, and review of operational support arrangements. The postholder will help drive efficiency, consistency, and continuous improvement across the service. Including but not limited to • Support the implementation and ongoing development of the new case management system. • Assist in creating, reviewing, updating, and embedding processes and procedures across Legal Services. • Provide support and mentoring assistance to the Legal Practice Manager. • Support the review of the Practice Support Team, including workloads, service delivery arrangements, training needs, service level agreements (SLAs), and operational processes. • Work with managers and staff to identify opportunities for service improvement and increased efficiency. • Assist with monitoring, reporting, and implementing...

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...

Compliance Manager Hampshire Council Hybrid Working Available £500 Per Day - Umbrella A Hampshire-based local authority is seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to lead the delivery of statutory compliance across a diverse housing and corporate property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional with a strong background in social housing, contractor management, and resident safety to take ownership of a well-established compliance service and drive continuous improvement. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will oversee the council's compliance function, ensuring that all statutory and regulatory obligations are met across housing stock and operational buildings. You will be responsible for managing compliance programmes including: Gas Safety Fire Safety and Fire Risk Assessments Electrical Testing and Inspections Asbestos Management Water Hygiene / Legionella Lift Servicing and MaintenanceWorking closely with internal...

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...

Our client is recognised as one of the UK’s leading law firms and, due to growth, they are currently seeking a Compliance Office/Junior Analyst. Hybrid working is on offer. This role sits within the firm’s Risk & Compliance Team and will involve being part of a team of new business intake analysts. The main purpose of the role will be carrying out conflict searches using conflict database software and conducting in depth analysis of the results of the searches. Responsibilities: - * Carrying out conflict searches using conflict database software and conducting in depth analysis of the results of the searches. * Performing client identification checks and preparing client and matter risk assessments. Key responsibilities * Risk assessing new and existing clients and matters, conducting AML due diligence checks and research, and producing reports. * Carrying out conflicts of interest checks for the firm within the conflict database software, analysing conflict...

Neighbourhood Housing Officer Location: South East England Contract: 6 months Working Pattern: Hybrid From tenancy visits and estate inspections to resolving ASB cases and supporting vulnerable residents, no two days are the same as a Neighbourhood Housing Officer. You might start the morning carrying out tenancy visits and checking in with residents who need additional support, before heading out onto your patch to investigate reports of anti-social behaviour or attend an estate walkabout. By lunchtime, you could be working alongside colleagues in Repairs, Income or Allocations to resolve complex tenancy issues, before spending the afternoon meeting partner agencies, supporting vulnerable residents, or preparing case files for legal action. This is a genuinely varied neighbourhood management role where you'll have the opportunity to make a visible difference to communities and improve outcomes for residents. What you'll be doing Managing a designated patch of housing stock...

Overview Interim FM lead required to manage a district council property portfolio (community buildings, public conveniences, pavilions, offices). This role will focus on FM delivery, contract compliance, and supporting a live FM re-procurement, alongside overseeing minor works projects. Key Responsibilities * Oversee day-to-day FM service delivery and contractor performance * Ensure statutory and technical compliance across the estate * Lead and support FM contract management and compliance reporting * Support FM re-procurement process (specification, tender, evaluation) * Manage minor works/projects (e.g. refurbishments, car parks, drainage) * Provide leadership to the FM/surveying team Key Requirements * Strong FM leadership experience (Head of FM / Senior FM level) * Background in Local Government / NHS / public sector estate * Proven experience in: * FM contract management * Procurement/re-procurement of FM services *...

Chemical Compliance Scientist - (Regulatory REACH Specialist) £c40k prorate Hampshire, TEMP ABJ6720 TEMP - ONSITE - 22.77/hr PAYE 35hr wk Duration: 3 months (end Sept 2026) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a, Chemical Compliance Scientist to join a leading compliance and regulatory team. As a chemicals regulatory / compliance specialist with REACH experience you will be is responsible for ensuring products and consumables meet applicable chemical regulations, industry standards, and internal compliance requirements across international markets. As a regulatory chemist with REACH experience you will provide expert guidance on chemical regulatory matters, conduct compliance assessments and competitor product audits, and support the delivery of training and regulatory awareness programmes across the business. In chemical compliance you have the opportunity to work closely with scientific, legal, product development, and compliance teams, influencing strategic business...

About the Role Are you an experienced Housing Officer ready to make a visible difference across a busy general needs patch? This is a rewarding interim opportunity to take ownership of approximately 800 properties, build trusted relationships with residents and use your housing management expertise to resolve issues, strengthen communities and improve neighbourhood services. What You'll Be Doing • Build trusted resident relationships: Visit new tenants in their homes, explain tenancy conditions clearly, identify vulnerabilities or additional needs and create positive early engagement. • Be visible in the community: Maintain a strong presence through estate inspections, customer surgeries, home visits and proactive follow-up, helping residents feel listened to and supported. • Resolve complex tenancy issues: Manage a varied caseload including succession, assignment, discretionary rehousing, management transfers, tenancy breaches, illegal occupation and anti-social behaviour. •...

Hyperion Partners is delighted to be working with a respected Housing Association in London to recruit an experienced Compliance Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a customer-focused organisation committed to providing safe, high-quality homes and delivering outstanding services to its residents. As Compliance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the organisation remains compliant with statutory and regulatory obligations across property safety and building compliance. Working closely with internal teams and external contractors, you will help deliver an effective compliance programme that puts resident safety at the heart of everything. Key Responsibilities * Monitor statutory compliance across key areas including gas, electrical, fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene (Legionella) and lifts. * Schedule, track and monitor compliance inspections, servicing and remedial works. * Ensure all compliance records, certification and documentation are...

Are you a skilled planning lawyer who enjoys working on complex, high-profile development and regeneration matters? A forward-thinking Local Authority is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Solicitor to join its established legal team and play a key role supporting major planning, regeneration and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of local government decision-making, advising senior officers and elected members on matters that directly shape communities and the built environment. The Role You will provide specialist legal advice across a broad range of planning, highways and licensing matters, supporting the delivery of significant regeneration and development projects. Working closely with senior officers, planners and elected members, you will play an important role in ensuring that complex projects are delivered with strong legal foundations. Key responsibilities will include: • Advising planning officers on major planning...

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 another complex corporate environment

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...

Talentmark are recruiting for a Legal Partner to join a company in the pharmaceutical industry on a contract basis for 12 months.  Salary: £450 - £580 per day PAYE or £595.96 - £768.13 per day Umbrella. Legal Partner Role: Give legal advice and support across the UK and Ireland business.  Handle data protection matters, including subject access requests and privacy issues. Advise teams on clinical trials, including reviewing and negotiating agreements. Help the business stay compliant with pharmaceutical laws and codes of conduct. Spot legal risks early and help the business plan around them.Your Background: Qualified lawyer in England and Wales.  Solid, practical knowledge of UK data protection law (UK GDPR). Good understanding of UK commercial pharmaceutical law. Experience working in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry. Knowledge of medical device or digital health regulations is a bonus, not a must.Company: Our client is one of the world's premier innovative...

Position: Senior Commissioning Manager (Asc) (Management) Location: Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2TG Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months – Minimum of 3 days in office Working Hours: 40 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 400.00 per day Job Reference: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Adult Social Care Contracts Team, ensuring effective contract management and provider oversight. Monitor provider performance, contractual compliance, risks, and service quality. Support implementation and improvement of contract management frameworks, systems, and processes. Manage complex commissioning projects, programmes, and improvement initiatives. Provide leadership, supervision, and support to team members. Work with commissioning, brokerage, finance, operational teams, and external providers to resolve complex issues. Ensure accurate reporting, performance monitoring, governance, and assurance processes. Develop and maintain strong relationships...

4Recruitment Services are seeking  an Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Tenancy Specialist. The client will only consider candidates you have extensive experience ASB. The post holder will be covering the Morden area. The Tenancy Specialist will be required  to: provide high level expertise on Tenancy Fraud, Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB), Domestic Abuse and legal action for tenancy enforcement be responsible for case management and will work closely with field based Neighbourhood Response Officers to ensure effective investigation of cases and that the most appropriate, cost effective and proportionate action is taken. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Managing all tenancy fraud, sub-letting and Right To Buy (RTB) fraud cases across the region, including conducting investigations or tasking colleagues to investigate locally. The effective case management of anti-social behaviour cases, directing and supporting colleagues with investigations and enforcement action. Deciding on the...

Transport Development Auditor £34,500 - £38,500 6 Months – Fixed-Term Contract At our client, transport safety and compliance sit at the heart of everything they do. Their Transport Development Team plays a vital role in raising standards, strengthening road safety, and shaping positive driver and management behaviours across the business. They’re now looking for a Transport Development Auditor on a 6-month fixed term contract based in South London to join the team and act as a key compliance checkpoint across all sites. This role offers a real opportunity to influence standards, support operational excellence and help shape the future of transport development across our Group. What you'll be doing: transport auditor You’ll work closely with sites and leadership teams to assess, support and continuously improve transport compliance and performance. Your responsibilities will include: * Carrying out routine transport audits across all sites, including 28‑day and quarterly...

Venue Health & Safety Adviser - temporary contract Westminster, London | £40,000 - £45,000 | 3-6 month temp contract initially An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the award-winning QEII Centre, London's premier events venue, as a Venue Health & Safety Adviser. Working across a busy live-events environment, you'll provide expert health and safety support covering building infrastructure, contractor management, fire safety, incident investigation, water hygiene, and event operations. You'll work closely with operational teams to ensure compliance, manage risk, and support the safe delivery of high-profile conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events. This role is ideal for a proactive H&S professional with experience in complex operational or public-facing environments who enjoys balancing compliance with exceptional customer experience. IOSH essential, NEBOSH highly desirable. Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (full time equivalent) Location: Westminster, London...

Business Analyst / Operating Model Consultant (Req (phone number removed)) Location: London (Hybrid) Contract Duration: 6 Months About the Role Our client is expanding its custody and securities services capabilities across the Middle East and is seeking an experienced Business Analyst / Operating Model Consultant to support the development of its Saudi capital markets operating model. Based in London, this 6-month contract role will focus on mapping and designing the end-to-end Saudi custody operating model, including process flows, operational capabilities, service requirements, and client demand within the Saudi market. The successful candidate will work closely with business SMEs and cross-functional stakeholders across Product, Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Risk, Finance, and Client Service to understand market requirements and define the processes, controls, governance, and operating structures required to support a successful Saudi market offering. The...