64 jobs found in Barnsley

Join a well-established Housing Association in a fulfilling Legal Assistant role that truly makes a difference to people's lives. This position offers the chance to support the Housing Legal Team with housing management matters and civil litigation, making a meaningful impact while benefiting from consistent, stable work. As a Legal Assistant, you'll be assisting the team with housing management cases, including civil injunctions and possession claims, while fostering strong collaboration between internal stakeholders and external legal partners. This is a rewarding role for someone who values a proactive approach to legal support, client-focused service, and a strong team dynamic. We'd love to hear from anyone with a background as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Housing Support Worker, or experience in civil litigation, housing law, or legal support, especially if you're passionate about providing legal assistance in housing management. As a Legal Assistant, you will be:...

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...

Legal Assistant    Location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, SE6 4RU Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £17.78 Per Hour Job Ref: OR18250 Job Responsibilities Assist with legal tasks under Senior Lawyer's guidance. Help prepare witness statements and court documents. Coordinate court appearances and represent the Council in minor cases. Support property transactions and contract matters. Conduct legal research and assist in complex transactions. Manage case files using computer systems. Stay updated on legal developments. Prepare reports and statistical data as needed. Follow equal opportunities and health and safety policies. Maintain contact with internal and external parties. Person Specifications Must Have Basic knowledge of office procedures and relevant law areas. Ability to learn quickly and work independently. Experience in a legal environment and document preparation....

Job Title: Legal Services Co-ordinator Rate: £16 per hour  Location: Blackfriars, London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office) Contract Length: 8-12 weeks (temporary cover) Overview  Our client, a social housing provider, is seeking a Legal Services Co-ordinator to provide immediate support during a period of increased workload. This is a temporary role to help bridge a resource gap and assist the existing assistant and administrator within the legal services function. The position focuses primarily on disrepair claims and requires strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and experience within a housing management environment. Key Responsibilities Process new disrepair claims within the Legal Disrepair Protocol timeframe. Monitor and scan new claims and legal documents. Collate disclosure bundles in line with GDPR and other privacy requirements. Liaise with internal departments to gather information relating to claims. Communicate with HMCTS on live cases. Manage...

Billings Assistant Wanted! 📄✨ Are you a detail-oriented professional with law firm experience? Our client, a reputable legal organisation based in Holborn, Central London, is on the lookout for a temporary Billings Assistant to join their dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced environment just a 3-minute walk from Holborn train station. 🚉 What We Offer: Contract Type: Temporary Location: Holborn, Central London Hourly Rate: £15-18 per hour (dependent on experience) Work Schedule: 5 days in the office Contract Dates: 27 November - 16 DecemberKey Responsibilities: As a Billings Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the finance team. Your tasks will include: Raising and posting bills within the firm's practise management system. Assisting in the preparation, amendment, and finalisation of client invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client guidelines. Liaising directly with lawyers and secretaries to resolve billing...

A Housing Association is currently looking for a number of Disrepair Legal Assistants on a temporary basis for about 3 months Key responsibilities are as follows Lead on disrepair cases referred to you by the operational teams, with the goal of maximising income for the organisation Manage other legal cases assigned to you. Provide support to Paralegals, team managers and team leaders as required – particularly those where there is a crossover with disrepair to ensure cases are managed in a joined-up way. Work and support paralegals and work effectively with other departments on cases that may require their input to successfully defend and or settle disrepair cases. Represent the company well in external settings such as court, multi-agency meetings, local authority engagement meetings, mediation and casework panels on tenancy and lease breaches. Prepare, draft and respond to all necessary legal documentation and bundles, evidence and witness statements as required....

The Firm Our client is a well-regarded, L500 recognised law firm with a strong Real Estate practice. They are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their friendly and supportive team on a part-time, fixed-term contract basis. The Opportunity The successful Legal Secretary will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners across the Property department, helping ensure the smooth running of daily operations. Responsibilities include: General administration: file opening/closing, billing, document distribution Acting as a professional point of contact for clients and external parties Diary management and organising meetings, rooms, IT/AV and refreshments Handling calls, emails, voicemail and managing messages for the team Coordinating expenses, travel arrangements, and conference calls Audio typing, document production and managing filing systems Supporting Reception and assisting other secretaries during busy periods This Legal...

Your new company The client is a global law firm. Your new role The client is looking for a 2nd Line Support contractor to come onboard to help with BAU tasks. You will be working as part of a shift pattern which is staggered to cover 8am-6pm. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience working in a busy environment, delivering white glove service and dealing with VIP customers Experience with Windows 10/11, Office 365, macOS/iOS, Active Directory, SCCM, Exchange Online Previous experience within a legal/law firm is preferred, alternatively professional services experience is needed What you'll get in return An exciting opportunity to join an international organisation in financial services. Furthermore, a competitive day rate inside IR35 for this role will be offered in addition to your own dedicated Hays Consultant to guide you through every step of the application process. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an...

Service Care Legal are working alongside a local authority based in South East London looking for a Legal Assistant to join the property law team on an initial six-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant community-centric projects. ROLE: Legal Assistant – Residential Property Law LOCATION: South East London / Hybrid CONTRACT: Initial 6-Month Contract with Scope for Extension, 36 hours per week RATE: £22.63ph umbrella / £20.31ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £18.12ph PAYE exc. holiday pay Please note that this role would require office attendance a minimum of 2 times per week. About the Role: Handle residential property matters, including lease extensions, Right to Buy schemes, collective enfranchisements, and straightforward property transactions Support case management and ensure smooth case progression Be office-based at least two days per week to facilitate teamwork and client interactionCandidate...

Sue Ross Recruitment are delighted to be working alongside their client based in Rotherham who are looking for an experienced Conveyancer to join their team on a locum basis. This role will involve supporting the residential department. The right candidate must have prior experience within residential conveyancing and have the ability to work independently. Key duties and responsibilities of this role include; * Managing a busy caseload from file opening to completion * Demonstrate strong organisation and file management skills * Experience with case management systems, land registry and lender portals * Communicating effectively with clients and all external contractors ensuring all information is up to date * Supporting fee earners with general duties Prior experience within conveyancing is a necessity for this role as you will be required to hit the ground running. Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual...

Interim Allocation Officer - 3 Month Contract Location: East London Start: Within 2 Weeks Rate: £25 - £27 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Are you an experienced Allocations professional with a strong understanding of social housing, choice-based lettings and voids management? We're supporting a well-established East London housing provider who is looking for an Allocation Officer to join the team on an interim basis for an initial 3-month contract. You'll play a key role in ensuring properties are allocated efficiently, legally and in line with policy, supporting vulnerable residents and maintaining a smooth end-to-end lettings process. Key Responsibilities - Manage the full allocations process from nomination to sign-up - Assess and verify applicant eligibility in line with housing legislation and local policy - Work closely with voids teams to minimise turnaround times - Liaise with applicants, support agencies, local authorities and internal teams - Prepare and...

Vivid Resourcing are working with a firm in London who need a locum Employment Lawyer to join their team. Their office is based in East London, but they are happy to offer fully remote working for the right candidate. Day-to-day responsibilities include handling a mixed caseload of: * Settlement advice work * Severance negotiations * Some ER advisory work The manager is looking for someone to commit approx. 15 hours per week If interested, please apply here or call (phone number removed)

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) – Sheffield £18-£22 per hour | 3+ month contract | Full-time We are looking for a dedicated IDVA to join a private charity in Sheffield, providing essential support to individuals experiencing domestic violence. This role involves advocating for clients, helping them access services, and ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities: * Provide advocacy and support to individuals at risk of domestic abuse, including safety planning and risk assessments * Assist clients with court processes and referrals to relevant services (housing, legal, financial) * Develop individual safety plans and ensure ongoing support * Work with multi-agency teams to ensure effective safeguarding * Maintain accurate case records and contribute to awareness efforts within the community What You’ll Need: * Experience in domestic abuse support and safety planning * Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and domestic abuse...

Sewell Wallis are recruiting for a global firm in the heart of Sheffield. This business is operating in 40+ countries and well over 50 offices worldwide. Due to expansion, they're looking for an AML Analyst to join their team. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract role and an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Risk and Compliance. This role will offer hybrid working. What will you be doing? In this key role, you will work within our Ongoing Monitoring Team which is responsible for the administration of the ongoing monitoring of our client database. The primary focus of this team is to ensure client due diligence held on file is up to date, accurate and meets our Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing responsibilities. Assessing the risk profile of existing clients and whether there have been any changes. Liaising with Partners on client due diligence issues. Running company searches and press searches. Supporting the Deputy...

HR Administrator / Compliance Officer (Temporary – Immediate Start) Location: Leeds, LS15 Rate: £15.40 per hour Hours: Hybrid working (2–3 days per week in the office) Contract: Temporary – approximately 4 weeks. Immediate start required Agency: Diamond Search Recruitment (advertising on behalf of our client) About the Role Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting, on behalf of our client, for an HR Administrator / Compliance Officer to support safer recruitment, HR compliance and safeguarding requirements within education and children’s residential care settings. The successful candidate will ensure that all recruitment, employee checks, payroll data and safeguarding documentation meet statutory, regulatory and Ofsted standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in HR compliance who is available to start immediately. Key Responsibilities DBS Management (Enhanced & Barred Lists) * Manage Enhanced DBS checks with children’s barred...

Service Care Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a well-regarded Local Authority, based in West Yorkshire, who are looking to appoint an experienced Civil Litigation Lawyer to their dynamic in-house legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who thrives in a varied public-sector role and is seeking meaningful work within a supportive environment.   Role: Civil litigation Lawyer Location: Bradford – hybrid Umbrella Rate: £50 to £55ph PAYE Inc Rate: £44.10 to £48.44ph Contract Length: 3 months ongoing   Key Responsibilities Managing a varied civil litigation caseload, including: Judicial Reviews (JRs) Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) matters General civil claims against the authority Housing-related litigation Debt recovery and enforcement matters Drafting pleadings, statements, orders and legal documentation. Preparing matters for hearings and representing the authority where required.Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor with a valid...

Our public sector client is recruiting for a Housing Officers to join their Housing/Tenancy Services team on an initial 3 month contract The post holder will be responsible for delivering a high-quality tenancy and estates management service across the District including estate based activity within an area, ensuring that tenants are complying with the terms of their Tenancy Agreement. Key tasks and responsibilities – post specific * Manage tenancy related matters, ensuring that tenants are aware of their responsibilities under the Tenancy Agreement and provide advice and assistance to tenants as necessary. * Investigate and deal with anti-social behaviour and other breaches of tenancy conditions as appropriate including enforcement, taking detailed witness statements, mediation, conciliation, monitoring and preparation of legal documentation. This will involve close working with legal representatives and other partners and attendance at Court. * To ensure that the...

Lawyer - Children's Services Location: Halton, Cheshire Pay: Up to £28.96 per hour Contract: Initial 6-month contract with potential to become permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Make a Difference in Children's Lives Through Legal Excellence Halton Borough Council is a progressive and ambitious authority with a strong commitment to its communities. Located in Cheshire with excellent transport links, we offer a supportive working environment where legal professionals can thrive and directly contribute to positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. We are now seeking a dedicated and experienced Lawyer - Children's Services to join our Legal Services Directorate. This is a vital role where your legal expertise will help safeguard and protect children across the borough. About the Role As a key member of the Legal Services team, you will provide high-quality legal and procedural advice across the full range of children's social care matters. From pre-proceedings and...

Property Manager Senior Surveyor Location: Ellesmere Port, CH65 0BE Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £35.14 Per Hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Manage the commercial estate, ensuring timely rent and service charge collection, property repairs, and tenant compliance with lease terms. Prepare and maintain service charge schedules and ensure their accuracy. Ensure rent collection aligns with KPIs and conduct regular debt meetings. Review tenant applications, prepare necessary documents, and instruct solicitors as needed. Oversee a portfolio of properties, managing tenant functions like lettings, sub-lettings, and property alterations. Provide accurate insurance data to the Council Insurance team. Manage EPC data and strategy across the estate. Mentor junior Estates Surveyors and Estates Assistant staff. Evaluate asset performance and identify improvement...