45 jobs found in Ilford

Our client is looking for Maternity Cover Conveyancing Secretary Monday-Friday Office Based Are you an organized and proactive individual with a passion for providing excellent administrative support? Our client, a reputable law firm, is seeking a dynamic Conveyancing Secretary to join their vibrant team in Redbridge. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy being the backbone of a legal team, this role could be perfect for you! Key Responsibilities: As a Conveyancing Secretary, you will play an essential role in supporting the fee earner and ensuring the smooth operation of the conveyancing process. Your day-to-day activities will include: Secretarial Support: Provide efficient audio and copy typing of documents using TFB Partner for Windows or other relevant software. Client Interaction: Answer telephone calls and handle personal inquiries from clients and other parties, recording messages accurately and ensuring follow-up actions are completed effectively. Mail...

DCO & Real Estate Legal Counsel – Contract – Remote / Hybrid Location: Remote / Hybrid This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading renewable and alternative energy company supporting a large scale, green energy project. The role requires a strong understanding of the DCO application process and can be performed remotely with visits to our client head office in London. The role is deemed as being outside IR35. Role & Responsibilities Leading the DCO and real-estate workstreams for the project including as follows: Development Consent Order (DCO) * Leading the DCO and real-estate workstreams for the project including. * Independently lead legal strategy and execution for DCO application of the Project under the Planning Act 2008, with limited oversight from Senior Legal Counsel. * Review and negotiate DCO documentation including protective provisions. * Advise on all aspects of the DCO statutory consultation, environmental impact assessments,...

DCO & Real Estate Legal Counsel – Contract – London Location: London This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading renewable and alternative energy company supporting a large scale, green energy project. The role requires a strong understanding of the DCO application process and will be based in our clients offices in central London ¾ days per week. The role is deemed as being outside IR35. Role & Responsibilities Leading the DCO and real-estate workstreams for the project including as follows: Development Consent Order (DCO) * Leading the DCO and real-estate workstreams for the project including. * Independently lead legal strategy and execution for DCO application of the Project under the Planning Act 2008, with limited oversight from Senior Legal Counsel. * Review and negotiate DCO documentation including protective provisions. * Advise on all aspects of the DCO statutory consultation, environmental impact assessments, and stakeholder...

Legal Assistant £35,000 - £38,000 per annum London About the Role: Our client is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to support its busy Legal Services team across areas including safeguarding, litigation, commercial contracts and property. You’ll assist experienced solicitors and principal lawyers with routine casework, draft legal documents, prepare court bundles and help manage the workflow of a dynamic in-house legal team. Key Responsibilities: * Assist qualified lawyers in preparing legal documentation and court bundles. * Support routine casework across litigation, contracts, property, and safeguarding teams. * Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders including counsel. * Help with billing/fee processing and document management. Requirements: * Law degree plus completed LPC or has passed SQE1 and SQE2 (or equivalent). * Good organisational and communication skills. * Ability to work under pressure and collaborate within a team....

Service Care Legal are working with a long-established and well-regarded law firm in North West London is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its busy Private Client department.   ROLE:                  Legal Secretary (Private Client) LOCATION           North West London (office based) SALARY:              £28,000–£30,000 per annum (depending on experience / interview) HOURS:               Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm   The Role You will primarily support the Private Client team, assisting with matters such as: Wills Probate and administration of estates General private client work Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to fee earners Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence  The Ideal Candidate Previous experience as a legal secretary (Private Client experience preferred) Strong organisational and communication skills High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks If this sounds like an...

Legal Secretary - Employment (14 Month Contract) We are working with a highly respected law firm based in Guildford, recognised for their outstanding client service and collaborative culture across the legal sector. The firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Employment Group on a 14 month fixed term contract, supporting Partners and fee earners with the smooth running of their day to day practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable Legal Secretary to step into a busy, professional team environment with strong structure and support. The Firm The Legal Secretary will join a law firm that offers a welcoming and high performing workplace, surrounded by experienced legal professionals. The firm pride themselves on delivering a consistently high standard of service and are therefore seeking a like minded individual with a proactive and detail focused approach. The Role The Employment Group advise clients across a broad range of contentious and...

Paralegal/Legal Assistant Leicester, LE3 £14.83 - £25.00 Per Hour We are looking a Paralegal or Legal Assistant, who is qualifies or training towards a legal qualification. Based in Leicester, LE3, the role assist in the provision of legal services to Child care, Children & Young People’s Services and Schools. DUTIES: Supporting in preparing documents for court cases Liaising with healthcare professionals, police, probation and court Responding to legal requests for legal advice in relation to Child care law and practice Providing assistance and support to solicitors, including tang statements in relation to court, tribunal, disciplinary or other proceedings. Drafting letters, court applications and responses and statements Undertaking research in Child care Law as required Issuing invoices and following up where necessary Liaise with courts as to hearings and attendance Attending Child Protection case conferences Attending council meetings Filing and general...

Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority in East London to appoint an Interim Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager to lead the Council's internal audit and counter-fraud function. This is a senior interim leadership assignment focused on delivering robust council-wide audit coverage, managing complex fraud investigations. What's on Offer Rate: £300 - £500 per day Contract length: 4-6 months initially Full-time Hybrid working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead the Audit & Anti-Fraud function, ensuring effective delivery of a risk-based audit plan and the management of sensitive investigations across the Council. Key responsibilities: Leading and managing the Audit & Anti-Fraud team (up to 20 staff). Delivering a comprehensive risk-based internal audit programme. Overseeing audits across financial systems, contracts, IT and benefits. Managing complex and sensitive...

Job Title: Interim Estate Services Consultant Daily Rate: £900 - £1200 per day (outside of IR35) Reports to: Chief Executive Location: Hybrid (Based in Dagenham, ideally 2-3 days in office) Are you a seasoned property and compliance expert ready to take on an exciting challenge? Our client is seeking a dynamic Interim Estate Services Consultant to lead two comprehensive strategic reviews of their property estate, ensuring operational excellence and compliance across their diverse assets. What You'll Do: As the Interim Estate Services Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational efficiency and enhancing financial performance. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting Strategic Reviews: Undertake two rapid reviews of operational arrangements and membership administration, covering everything from rent roll management to facility hire processes. Data Audits & Site Inspections: Utilise your analytical skills to perform data audits and site...

Azure Cloud Consultant - Security Type: Contract, 6 months, Inside IR35 Location: Ipswich 3 days p/week, 2 days remote We're looking for an Azure Cloud Consultant (Security) to support the design, implementation, and validation of security controls across Microsoft Azure environments. This is a hands-on, advisory role, working closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure cloud security best practices are embedded as platforms scale. You'll play a key role in assessing existing environments, defining appropriate controls, and validating that those controls are effective, compliant, and fit for purpose within fast-moving cloud migration and transformation programmes. The Role Assess existing Azure environments and identify required cloud security controls Design, implement, and validate security controls across cloud platforms Test and assure the effectiveness of security controls against best practice and compliance requirements Provide pragmatic guidance on cloud...

Day Webster are currently recruiting for a Solicitor to support the Healthcare Legal Team in the provision of a dedicated in-house legal service, in order to mitigate risk and achieve costs savings for our NHS client in Salisbury.  If you would like to find out more about this opportunity please email (url removed) Recent Healthcare Law experience is required for this role. Job Description: The role of the Solicitor is to support the Healthcare Legal Team in the provision of a dedicated in-house legal service, in order to mitigate risk and achieve costs savings across the following core areas: Healthcare advice: including but not limited to consent, capacity, data protection, Mental Health Act and regulatory proceedings, for both adults and children. We manage High Court Applications inhouse, at a significant cost saving to the Trust. Disclosure requests: assisting the police and local authority on childcare and criminal proceedings, where the Trust may not be a party to...

We're recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to join a Housing Services directorate, providing specialist procurement and contract management expertise across a broad portfolio of housing contracts. This is a key governance and assurance role, responsible for ensuring effective contract management arrangements are in place across housing services, supporting best value, compliance and strong financial control across high-profile contracts including repairs, maintenance, major works and professional services. The Role ·Maintain and develop a contract management strategy for Housing Services, ensuring appropriate governance and management controls. ·Provide expert advice on procurement regulations, Council policies, Standing Orders and relevant UK legislation. ·Manage and maintain a comprehensive log of all Housing contracts, ensuring contract management systems are accurate and up to date. ·Support strategic and annual performance reviews of housing contracts and...

Conveyancing Paralegal - 12 Month FTC (Immediate Start) We are working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm who are seeking an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join their busy property team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and professional environment with an immediate start available. The firm is looking for a confident and organised Conveyancing Paralegal to provide essential support to fee earners during a particularly busy period. The Firm The Conveyancing Paralegal will join a respected practice known for delivering high quality legal services to a broad client base. The firm offers a collaborative working culture, strong supervision and a friendly team environment. The Role The Residential Conveyancing team manage a varied caseload of property transactions including freehold, leasehold, sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity. You will play a key role in ensuring files progress...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for an experienced Environmental Enforcement Officer to join the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham. Contract Details: Type: Temporary Pay: £25.07 per hour (PAYE) / £32.76 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Frizlands Admin Offices & Depot Working Arrangements: On site Hours: Rota, that includes out of hours, weekends and evenings as requiredEssential Criteria: You must have a full UK driver's license and have access to own vehicle You must be competent in all aspects of environmental enforcement and statutory noiseSkills Required: Be able to Demonstrate a sound understanding of environmental and statutory legislation/enforcement powers available, evidence of producing/serving legal notices and acting as a prosecution/expert witness Experience of undertaking enforcement activity in a similar frontline role including evidence gathering, statement writing, interviewing under Police And Criminal Evidence Act 1984 caution, use of...

Solicitor - Locum / Temporary / Fixed-Term Contract Competitive, dependent on experience and role London (various local authorities) About the Role We are recruiting qualified Solicitors to work across London local authorities on locum, temporary or fixed-term contracts. These roles provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to a variety of public sector legal matters, including property, planning, contracts, litigation, governance, social care and employment law. You will work directly with in-house legal teams, advising on day-to-day legal matters, drafting documents and supporting local authority decision-making. Key Responsibilities * Provide high-quality legal advice to local authority departments and committees. * Draft, review and negotiate legal documents including contracts, leases and agreements. * Support litigation matters, including correspondence, court documentation and case preparation. * Assist with governance, compliance and risk management matters. *...

Interim Asbestos Manager West London 6-Month Contract £400 per day (Inside IR35) Panoramic Associates is supporting a London Borough to appoint an experienced Interim Asbestos Manager to lead and strengthen asbestos compliance across a substantial and diverse housing portfolio. This is a key leadership role with responsibility as the designated competent person under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. You will drive regulatory compliance, oversee operational delivery, and provide assurance to senior leadership that asbestos risks are being managed effectively and transparently. This opportunity offers genuine influence, shaping policy, improving data integrity, enhancing contractor performance, and ensuring residents remain at the centre of service delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead as the designated competent person under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, ensuring robust asbestos management across our client's housing stock. Develop, review, and implement...

Client Local Authority in Barking Job Title Senior Posts Lawyer/ Qualified Solicitor Pay Rate £45-£50 an hour Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) 9AM-5PM Duration Initial 6 month contract Location Hybrid working-will be office based in Barking Town Hall Description Role Duties: · Under supervision, to undertake and manage a full caseload of legal work in the area of Contracts and Procurement law and progress to conclusion. · Carry out research and provide legal advice to a range of internal and external clients. · Provide legal support to the Council to enable and facilitate the provision of high-quality legal service. · Prepare, negotiate, draft and agree Council contracts, legal agreements and documents, including works, services, supplies and other contracts, and all other necessary and appropriate documentation associated with matters in the area of Contract and Procurement Law. · Provide legal advice in relation to and prepare formal Legal Implications under...

Child Protection Advisor | Ealing Council Locum contract £45 per hour Senior advisory and quality assurance role Hybrid working available High-impact strategic safeguarding position Ealing Council is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Child Protection Advisor to join its Children’s Services on a locum basis. This is a senior-level role suited to an advanced practitioner with extensive safeguarding experience, offering an excellent rate and the opportunity to influence frontline practice, quality assurance, and service improvement. About Ealing Council Ealing Council is committed to delivering high-quality safeguarding practice and continuous service improvement. The authority offers a supportive and progressive working environment, where experienced professionals are empowered to drive standards, mentor staff, and shape strategic safeguarding outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice and consultation on complex safeguarding and child protection...

Disrepair Surveyor Location: East London (Social Housing) Pay Rate: PAYE: £27.40 per hour / Umbrella: £36.98 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Job Overview: We are seeking a qualified and experienced Disrepair Surveyor to join a leading social housing organisation in East London. This temporary contract role will focus on assessing and addressing disrepair maintenance issues across our housing portfolio. You will work closely with contractors, consultants, and partner agencies to ensure high-quality repair work is completed to compliance standards, specifications, and within the agreed schedule and budget. Key Responsibilities: Disrepair Assessments: Undertake assessments of disrepair maintenance issues across the housing portfolio and support the Repairs Partnering team. Quality Control: Ensure contractors and partner agencies meet the required compliance standards and specifications in all repair contracts. Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain detailed digital...

Senior Litigation Lawyer Rate: £50-£60 per hour - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract London Borough Council Hybrid Working - 3 days per week on-site An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Litigation Lawyer to join a large and well-established in-house litigation team within a London Local Authority. This is a pivotal role providing high-quality litigation and advisory services to the Council, its departments and officers across a wide range of complex and high-profile matters. The Role Manage your own varied and demanding caseload with minimal supervision. Carry out complex and varied litigation at all levels of Court and First tier and Upper Tribunal. Matters include (but are not limited to): Commercial property litigation Contract disputes Injunction proceedings Judicial review Complex debt litigation General civil and public law litigation About You A qualified lawyer authorised to conduct litigation (Solicitor, Barrister...