24 jobs found in Great Dunmow

Legal Secretary My client is a commercial property law firm based in Bishops Stortford and they now require a stand alone Legal Secretary on a full-time office basis with the potential for hybrid working in the future. The Solicitor who you will be supporting works across multiple sites and so the jobholder will need to work independently and will be self motivated to achieve the allocated work. The job requirements are as follows * Basic drafting and preparation of correspondence and legal documents under the supervision of the relevant fee earner. It would be helpful if the candidate could prepare and amend spreadsheets where necessary. * Audio typing from digital dictation as well as copy-typing amendments to documents to include checking that all correspondence and documents are correct and in the in-house style prior to sending. * Liaising with HMRC and the Land Registry including but not limited to SDLT, registering documents and closures of title and responding to...

Environmental Health Officer – Welwyn Hatfield £45.00ph Umbrella Full-time contract Hybrid working Key Requirements & Experience: This is a frontline role, your role is to discharge the Council's responsibilities under environmental protection legislation, codes of practice and guidance through the inspection or sampling of premises, interpretation of compliance with legal requirements. Conduct investigations of incidents, persons, premises or activities as required for the specific service area. To respond to all requests for service in an efficient and effective manner carrying out the appropriate actions in line with the Environmental Protection service plan and statutory, legal requirements. To find out more information please contact Abbie at Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency

Housing Appeals Officer East London | £30.38 per hour Umbrella A Local Authority in East London is seeking an experienced Housing Appeals Officer to join their Housing team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong homelessness and appeals experience to play a key role in delivering fair, lawful and high-quality housing decisions. Key Responsibilities Conduct reviews on the suitability of accommodation offered to homeless households in line with statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act. Review homelessness application decisions and housing register appeals. Manage appeals relating to council tenancies, including fixed-term tenancy reviews and introductory tenancy reviews. Prepare detailed, high-quality case reports and decision letters. Defend legal challenges relating to homelessness and allocations decisions. Ensure all decisions are legally compliant and in line with current legislation, guidance and case law....

Housing Solutions Reviews Officer Location: South East London Hours: 37 hours per week Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:00 Pay Rate: £36 per hour umbrella Contract Type: [3 to 6 months ongoing contract] Key Responsibilities Conduct statutory homelessness reviews, including Section 202 reviews, in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended). Review and evaluate housing decisions relating to duty owed, suitability of accommodation, priority need, intentionality, and local connection. Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law to ensure decisions are legally sound and defensible. Prepare clear, comprehensive, and well-reasoned review decision letters within statutory timescales. Monitor compliance with housing legislation, policies, and procedures. Analyse trends and outcomes arising from reviews to identify service improvements. Work collaboratively with Housing Solutions teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies. Engage with residents and...

Key Responsibilities ● Expert Advice: Deliver clear, consistent, and accurate legal advice to Council services and Members. ● Caseload Management: Manage a demanding caseload of complex legal matters, ensuring all work meets formal practice management standards (Lexcel). ● Advocacy & Representation: Undertake advocacy in courts and tribunals and attend evening committee meetings as required to advise on governance and procedure. ● Strategic Contribution: Assist in the development of corporate policies and operational plans that secure the achievement of Council objectives. ● Documentation: Draft complex legal reports and documentation while conducting thorough legal research and analysis. About You We are looking for a professional who is qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. You should demonstrate: ● Sector Expertise: Proven experience in areas of law relevant to Education and Local Government. ● Communication Skills: Highly...

Looking for your next contract within housing compliance and temporary accommodation? A North East London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Contract and Compliance Officer to join their busy housing team and help ensure vulnerable residents are placed in safe, compliant accommodation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced local authority environment where your expertise in property inspections, compliance, and contract management will have a direct impact on service quality and resident wellbeing. You'll be responsible for managing a range of procurement and compliance-related duties, including carrying out pre- and post-inspections on temporary accommodation properties. Working closely with suppliers, landlords, and internal stakeholders, you will ensure all properties meet the Council's obligations under WREN and Supplier Agreements while maintaining high housing standards across the borough. We are looking for candidates with previous experience...

Compliance Business Analyst 🌟 Location: London Contract Type: 9 Months Onsite Requirement: 3 days a week (Monday mandatory) Are you a talented Business Analyst with a passion for compliance and a knack for policy governance? Our client, a leading financial institution, is on the lookout for an experienced Compliance Business Analyst to join their team and support an exciting transformation initiative! 🚀 About the Role As a Compliance Business Analyst, you will play a vital role in the design, development, and implementation of a refreshed enterprise-wide Policy Framework. Your expertise will help shape a standardized, governed, and technology-enabled policy management model that strengthens the organization's compliance posture across EMEA. Key Responsibilities Policy Landscape Analysis: - Lead the creation of an enterprise-wide Policy Inventory. - Conduct Gap Analysis to identify missing, duplicate, or outdated policies. - Assess regulatory alignment through Compliance...

Birchrose Associates is representing a boutique and well-established property law firm based in London's West End, seeking a Legal PA to join its friendly and collaborative Real Estate team. The Firm Our client, a boutique and well-established property law firm based in London's West End, is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join their friendly and collaborative Real Estate team on a 12 month fixed-term basis. The Opportunity The successful candidate will be a highly organised and proactive Legal PA, providing comprehensive support to fee earners and partners within a busy property department. Duties will include: Drafting legal documents including contracts, leases and completion statements Managing post-completion matters, including submission of SDLT returns Producing, amending and formatting legal documentation using Microsoft Word Handling digital dictation and copy typing Obtaining property searches via Searchflow (or similar platforms) Managing Land Registry...

Risk Lawyer (6‑Month FTC – September Start) £80k (pro-rata) International Law Firm | London (EC2N) | hybrid working We are instructed by an international law firm to recruit an experienced Risk Lawyer to join its established Risk & Compliance function on a 6‑month fixed-term contract, commencing September 2026. This is a legal role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across the firm’s global operations, including risk leadership, compliance professionals and the firm’s General Counsel function. The Role The successful candidate will provide hands-on legal and regulatory support across a broad range of professional risk and compliance matters. The role will suit a pragmatic, confident lawyer who is comfortable advising on ethics, regulatory obligations and best practice within an international law firm environment. Key Responsibilities * Advising on professional standards, ethics, confidentiality and regulatory obligations * Supporting...

URGENT CONTRACT ROLE - INCOME FINANCE OFFICER | WEST LONDON | £20PH I'm currently working with a well-regarded London local authority who are looking to appoint an Income Finance Officer on an initial contract basis. This role would suit someone with experience in: ✔️ Rent arrears recovery ✔️ Income collection / credit control ✔️ Housing income management ✔️ Tenancy sustainment ✔️ Local authority or housing association environments Key responsibilities include: * Managing rent and accommodation charge arrears * Supporting residents with payment arrangements and benefit claims * Reducing arrears whilst maintaining a customer-focused approach * Legal escalation, notices and court-related processes * Liaising with legal teams, support agencies and housing colleagues * Monitoring customer accounts and maintaining accurate records The successful candidate will ideally have: 🔹 Experience within social housing, local authority or housing associations 🔹 Strong customer communication...

Are you ready to tackle significant challenges in fire safety compliance? A leading company in the Facilities Management industry is seeking a Fire Compliance Recovery Specialist in Greater London to develop and implement a recovery program across a large public sector estate. The Role As the Fire Compliance Recovery Specialist, you’ll: • Assess and review existing fire safety measures across the estate. • Develop a comprehensive recovery program to enhance compliance. • Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure safety standards are met. • Prepare detailed reports and action plans for management. • Ensure timely execution of recovery initiatives and compliance audits. You To be successful in the role of Fire Compliance Recovery Specialist, you’ll bring: • Expertise in fire safety regulations and compliance. • Proven experience in developing recovery plans for large estates. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and collaboration...

Job Title: Legal Entity Project Manager Location: London/ Hybrid Salary/Rate: £500- £600 inside IR35 Start Date: June Job Type: Contract - Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support a legal entity transformation project. The role will focus on managing project governance, planning, financials, reporting and RAID management, while supporting delivery of the legal steps plan and wider project milestones. Key experience required: Previous experience managing legal entity projects, such as restructuring, entity rationalisation, HQ relocation or operating model change Strong Project Manager / PMO background Experience managing project plans, budgets, risks, issues, dependencies and status reporting Ability to support and drive delivery of a legal steps plan Strong governance, controls and senior stakeholder management experience Experience working with legal, finance, tax, compliance and business teams Strong analytical and reporting skills...

We are currently partnering with a highly regarded Law Firm in London that is looking to appoint an experienced HR Advisor (Senior Level) initially joining on a fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and fast-paced professional services environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in HR Advisory work, preferably gained within a professional services or legal setting. You will be confident handling a broad range of HR matters, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, and possess strong communication and organisational skills. Key responsibilities: * Managing employee relations and offering HR advice to staff and Managers. * Supporting the HR Manager across day-to-day HR operations. * Overseeing trainee onboarding processes and supporting the full employee lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional seeking their next challenge within a respected and supportive organisation. To find...

Property Information Officer Location: Hybrid Working – West London Rate: £375 per day Umbrella Contract: 3 Months Ongoing Hours: Full Time We are currently recruiting for an experienced Property Information Officer to join a busy Property and Estates team within a Local Authority on a hybrid working basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong experience managing property records, asset information systems, and property data within either a local authority or private sector environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as the Council’s Property Information Officer Maintain and develop property data and asset register systems Ensure accurate capture, storage, and management of property information and records Process and respond to internal and external property information requests Monitor compliance with data retention schedules and legal requirements Liaise with ICT teams to ensure property systems remain fit for purpose Produce reports from property...

Interim Risk Manager (6‑Month Contract) | Local Authority 2 Days/Week Onsite | London Are you an experienced Risk Manager ready to step into a high-impact role shaping strategy and strengthening governance? We're supporting a Local Authority to appoint an interim Risk Manager on a minimum 6‑month assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence senior leadership, drive enterprise risk strategy, and embed best practice across a complex organisation. The Role You'll lead and develop the organisation's risk management strategy, working closely with senior leaders to ensure risks are proactively identified, assessed, and managed. Key responsibilities include: Driving and embedding an enterprise risk management framework (ERM) Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and leadership teams Leading risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and reporting Supporting governance through collaboration with internal audit, finance, and compliance teams Horizon...

Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our Public sector client for Qualified Solicitors / Barristers with circa 3+ years PQE to take on the role of Planning Lawyer for 6 – 12 months. This is a hybrid working role needing 60% onsite in Westminster. This is a varied advisory role combining Planning and environmental law advice, Public law / judicial review risk, Policy development and legislation support as well as high-profile casework. You will provide advice on: Planning decisions (including called-in decisions and appeals) Planning reform and legislation (including SIs) Infrastructure and major development projects Legal risk and potential challenge (including JR)Key Responsibilities Provide pragmatic, risk-based legal advice on planning, environmental and public law matters Advise on major infrastructure and development projects (e.g. energy, transport, regeneration) Support policy development and legislative change, including drafting secondary legislation Advise on...

UK Corporate Senior Immigration Consultant - London (Remote) Job Type: Permanent 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 and...

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...

Fee-Share Solicitors with openings Nationwide. Absolute Law Recruitment are working in partnership with various UK and International law firms who are seeking Senior Solicitors and Partners 6yrs+ PQE to join their growing fee-sharing Consultancy Teams. These award-winning Firms focus on quality and talent combining the best elements of traditional law to provide a different offering for both clients and lawyers. You will already have your own client following, however, there will an opportunity to receive referrals through networking. A selection of services covering:- Banking & Finance, Intellectual Property, Family, Charity, Franchising, Private Client, Real Estate, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Commercial, Construction & Engineering, Employment, Data Management, Technology, Corporate M&A, Pensions, Contentious Trusts & Probate, Insolvency, Environmental, Infrastructure, Private Equity etc. Benefits to include:- ·100% remote working/or "hot desk" from one...

Temporary Accommodation Officer 📍 London (On-site initially, moving to hybrid) 💼 Contract Role We’re currently working with a forward-thinking London local authority to recruit an experienced Temporary Accommodation Officer to support a busy Housing Needs service. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and temporary accommodation placements to join a high-performing team. 🔑 The Role You will be responsible for the allocation, management, and monitoring of temporary accommodation placements, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and delivering a high-quality service to homeless households. Initially, the role will be fully office-based to support onboarding and training, with the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement following a successful first few weeks. 🧩 Key Responsibilities * Managing the allocation and letting of temporary accommodation in line with legislation * Coordinating...