30 jobs found in Colchester

Special Projects Contract Manager Location: South East London Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract (Potential to Extend to 12 Months) Rate: £450 per day Umbrella Key Responsibilities Contract & Project Management Manage safety-critical contracts delivering investigative works across a large residential portfolio. Oversee specialist surveys and inspections, including: Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEW) Spandrel panel investigations Render and façade assessments Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) Monitor contractor performance against agreed KPIs, milestones, and service standards. Ensure compliance with PAS 9980, building safety legislation, and internal governance requirements.Procurement & Commercial Management Lead procurement exercises for new exploratory and investigative works contracts. Develop procurement documentation, specifications, scopes of work, and gateway approvals. Manage tender processes, evaluations, contract awards, and mobilisation activities....

Service Care Legal are working with a well-established East London housing provider is seeking an experienced Housing Solicitor to join its legal team on an initial 3-month contract, with a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing law specialist to play a key role within a growing organisation managing a substantial portfolio of affordable and private rented homes across London. ROLE:                  Housing Solicitor LOCATION:         East London / hybrid RATE:                   £55-60ph umbrella / £53.28ph PAYE inc. holiday / £47.54ph PAYE exc. holiday pay CONTRACT:        Initial 3 months (possibility of going permanent)            The Role   Manage a varied caseload of landlord and tenant matters including possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour, tenancy fraud, unlawful occupation, disrepair claims, succession disputes and leasehold matters. Provide practical legal advice to stakeholders across the...

Our client, based in London, is currently recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer on a 3-month temporary contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position. Duties will include (but are not limited to): * Attending committee meetings, taking notes, minute taking and agenda logs * Managing meeting calendars and scheduling across multiple senior stakeholders, keeping governance deadlines on track and reducing clashes * Handled sensitive and confidential information appropriately, due to the team being a part of a wider council partnership * Managing report preparation and governance quality checks, ensuring papers were clear, accurate, complete and ready for circulation or publication Skills and Experience required: * Experience required in Local Government Rewards and Benefits: * Hybrid working * Flexible working days Working hours: * 37 hours per week *...

Interim Fire Safety Manager London | 3–6 Month Contract | £400–£600 per day (Inside IR35) The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Safety Manager to join a leading property and real estate organisation, managing fire safety across a large, complex and high-profile estate in London. Working as part of the wider Health, Safety, Building Safety and Compliance team, you will play a key role in ensuring fire safety risks are effectively managed, compliance obligations are met, and fire safety standards are maintained across a diverse property portfolio. This position would suit an experienced Fire Safety professional with a strong understanding of fire risk management within commercial property, mixed-use developments, large estates, facilities management or real estate environments. Key Responsibilities * Lead the management and review of fire risk assessments across the estate. * Ensure fire risk assessment actions are appropriately...

Real Estate Outreach Coordinator Summer Contract We're working with a dynamic real estate business to find a motivated and personable individual for a summer contract role that gives you real exposure to a fast-moving industry - and looks great on your CV. This is a brilliant opportunity if you're between studies, taking a gap year, or simply want to earn well over the summer while gaining genuine commercial experience. What you'll be doing You'll be supporting the business development team, helping to identify opportunities, reach out to potential clients. Day-to-day you can expect: * Reaching out to prospective clients via phone, email and LinkedIn * Having confident, professional conversations with decision-makers * Tracking activity and updating the CRM * Supporting the wider team with market research and reporting What we're looking for * Someone confident on the phone and comfortable starting conversations * Previous sales focussed experience * Any...

The role involves managing billing processes, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining efficient financial operations. It also requires liaising with internal teams and clients to resolve billing queries and support smooth revenue generation in the City of London office. Client Details A world‑class international law firm renowned for advising leading corporations, financial institutions, and governments on complex, high‑profile matters. With a strong global network, it delivers seamless cross‑border expertise and innovative solutions across key financial and legal markets. Known for its dynamic culture and commitment to excellence, it offers an exciting environment where professionals can work on cutting‑edge deals and make a real impact. Description The key responsibilities of this Senior eBilling Coordinator will be: Manages end-to-end client onboarding onto eBilling platforms, ensuring all requirements are captured, configured, and validated prior to go-live. Acts as the...

Senior ER Advisor - (6-month FTC) Salary: up to £46,000 Based: London Bridge Hybrid 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home A highly established International College based in the City of London is looking to recruit a Senior ER Advisor on a 6-month contract to join the HR Team. You will provide HR guidance and partner with managers across the organisation to deliver effective people solutions, ensure legal compliance, and support organisational change. You will play a vital role in driving best practice across employee relations, policy development, performance management and employee engagement. Provide expert advice and support to managers on complex employee relations matters, including absence, performance, conduct, capability, redundancy, and grievance. Maintain a detailed understanding of employment law, evolving case law, and people management best practice. Develop, enhance, and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all legal and...

Environmental Health Officer – Facilities & Environment Location: Local Authority (via Aatom Recruitment) Contract: 6 months (with potential extension) Rate: £36.83 per hour (Umbrella) Aatom Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer – Facilities & Environment to join a Local Authority on an initial 6-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension. The Role You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality Environmental Health service, focusing on housing standards, complaint investigations, and regulatory enforcement. This includes work on HMO licensing and mobile home site regulation, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and local policies. Key Responsibilities * Investigate housing complaints and service requests, ensuring appropriate remedial action is taken * Conduct proactive and reactive property inspections to identify poor housing conditions * Enforce housing standards through statutory notices...

Role Purpose: The Special Projects Fire Safety Advisor will provide expert technical leadership on fire safety matters relating to external wall systems and associated building safety risks across a large residential portfolio. The role will support the delivery of investigative works, ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, and inform remediation strategies, while acting as a key advisor across contracts, legal matters, and funding applications. Potentially a one-year contract Key Responsibilities Technical Fire Safety Leadership Provide professional fire safety advice across a portfolio of high-risk residential buildings. Act as subject matter expert on external wall systems (EWS) and fire risk in line with PAS 9980 and current guidance. Review and interpret fire safety reports and surveys, including: Full FRAEWs Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) Facade and cladding investigations Spandrel panel and cavity barrier assessments Provide clear recommendations to inform risk...

A North East London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Housing Reviews Officer to join their specialist homelessness and allocations team on an initial 3-month contract. This is a key role at the forefront of statutory homelessness review functions following the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, supporting high-quality decision-making and improving outcomes for vulnerable residents. You will be responsible for carrying out timely and legally robust statutory reviews under Section 202 of the Housing Act 1996, including negative homelessness decisions, suitability of accommodation, and discharge of duty reviews. The role also covers Part VI Housing Act 1996 reviews, including housing register assessments and decisions relating to choice-based lettings and housing offers. A significant part of the role involves managing cases progressing to Section 204 appeals in the County Court, as well as supporting higher-level challenges including judicial reviews and other...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Data Protection & AI Governance Business Partner to join a leading software organisation, supporting enterprise-wide privacy, compliance, and responsible AI initiatives across a diverse portfolio of technology products and services. DATA PROTECTION & AI GOVERNANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - REMOTE - 4-MONTH CONTRACT - INSIDE IR35 - UP TO £500 PER DAY This role requires a CIPP/E-qualified Data Protection professional with 4-5 years' experience working within a software house, SaaS provider, or technology-led organisation in a similar Data Protection, Privacy, or AI Governance position. As a Data Protection & AI Governance Business Partner, you will play a key role in operationalising privacy and AI governance frameworks, delivering expert advisory services, and supporting responsible innovation across the business. Working within a specialist compliance team, you will partner closely with Product, Engineering, Technology, Operations, HR, Legal,...

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

Information Security Officer 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to £580 per day London based - hybrid working - 2 days a week on site Role Summary We are seeking an Information Security Officer (ISO) to lead and enhance our information security posture across governance, risk, compliance, and security-by-design. The ISO will partner with business, IT, Legal, and Security teams to ensure robust controls, audit readiness, and secure delivery-including supporting M&A activity through cyber due diligence and post-deal security integration planning. Key Responsibilities Security Governance & Risk Management Develop and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures aligned to business objectives. Run security risk assessments, maintain risk registers, and drive risk treatment/remediation plans.Compliance, Audit & Assurance Support compliance programs (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR and other applicable regulations). Coordinate internal/external...

Leasehold Compliance Officer Rate: Up to £31.36 per hour umbrella Contract: 3 months, with potential extension Location: Wembley or Besingstoke, 2 days per week in the office Travel: No site travel required We’re recruiting for a Leasehold Compliance Officer to join a well established housing organisation on an initial 3 month contract. This is a good opportunity for someone with solid leasehold, homeownership or compliance experience who enjoys detailed casework, legal processes and working with residents, solicitors and internal teams to get matters completed accurately. You’ll be joining a supportive leasehold compliance team, handling a varied caselad across lease extensions, enfranchisement, Right to Buy, Right to Acquire, landlord certificates and wider leasehold compliance activity. What you’ll be doing • Processing lease extensions, enfranchisement, Right to Buy and Right to Acquire applications • Managing landlord certificate applications in line with Building Safety...

UK Corporate Senior Immigration Consultant - London (Remote) Job Type: 3 Month Contract Location: London (Remote) Salary: £Negotiable Ref No: AS/77396/GM The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering UK immigration advice and processing for a number of corporate clients. The focus of your role will be managing a range of UK corporate immigration applications, with the focus on skilled worker visa and sponsor licence management, as well as ILR, Business Visitor, Family Members, and EEA applications for example. As part of your client service you will also be expected to coordinate and facilitate clients other international instructions together with the wider team. The Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following: * Provide advice & guidance to corporate clients regarding UK immigration and the associated issues specifically on skilled worker visa applications, including sound knowledge of skilled worker visa policy...

Our client, a prominent player in the FMCG industry, is currently seeking a Legal Counsel Operations professional to join their team on a contract basis. This role is focused on providing dedicated legal support on a specific programme. Key Responsibilities: Legal Coordination (Global & Markets) Engage with regional and local legal teams to assess legal and regulatory implications of proposed supplier changes Support consistent interpretation of legal constraints raised by markets Drive alignment across jurisdictions while allowing for local requirements Contracting & Commercial Support Support re-opening and amendment of existing supplier contracts, including payment term changes Provide legal input into contractual mechanisms (amendments, variations, side letters) Review and support development of standardised contractual approaches and templates Programme Tracking & Governance Maintain oversight of contract changes, legal sign-offs and key issues Track...

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...

A leading regional law firm is seeking an IT Trainer / Process Analyst to join their team in Norwich, Norfolk. You will support the delivery of IT training and process improvement initiatives across the business. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract offering the opportunity to work closely with staff at all levels, helping improve technical capability, system adoption and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging IT training, supporting users across a range of systems and working with departments to review, document and improve business processes. The Role • Identifying IT training needs across the business • Designing and delivering training on Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and Copilot • Delivering training on practice management, case management and document management systems • Leading IT inductions for new starters • Producing and maintaining training materials, user guides, process...

Hyperion Partners is currently seeking an experienced Compliance Surveyor. Rate: £300 - £380 per day (Temporary Contract) Sector: Social Housing Location: West London Hyperion Partners is a specialised agency focused on connecting high-quality talent with leading organisations, whilst prioritising you as a candidate. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, career progression, or a role that suits your strengths, we're here to help. We are seeking an experienced Compliance Surveyor with a strong understanding of property compliance and building safety regulations. The role will involve ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and meet all relevant regulatory standards. You will be responsible for managing compliance programmes, monitoring contractor performance, identifying risks, and ensuring remedial works are completed to a high standard. The right individual will have excellent communication skills, the ability to manage stakeholder expectations, and experience working...

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