53 jobs found in Kettering

Our client has a full-time vacancy for a Legal Accounts Assistant, working Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.30 pm (37.5 hours per week). This role is offered as a 6 month fixed term contract. It is hybrid working, between 3 -5 days per week in the office as agreed by your manager. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitor client and office bank accounts for incoming payments. • Send payments upon request from legal advisors. • Prepare bills to send to external clients. • Input purchase ledger invoices on to the accounting software. • Approve and pay staff expenses. • Respond to ad hoc queries via emails from colleagues and suppliers. • Ability to draft simple correspondence unsupervised. • Attention to detail and accuracy with numerical data. • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop a good rapport with all internal and external clients. • Team player able to fit into a friendly but busy unit. • Excellent organisational ability with a friendly but professional...

We're looking for an organised and proactive Legal PA on a 12 months contract, to support a busy, high-performing team. You'll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, managing workflows, and providing high-quality administrative and client support in a fast-paced professional environment. Key Responsibilities Maintain client and matter records, assist with matter openings and due diligence Draft, amend and proofread legal documents; prepare bundles and support trial preparation Manage inboxes, prioritise communications and draft routine responses Coordinate meetings, events and complex travel arrangements Support billing processes, expenses and matter closures Assist with business development and general administrative tasks About You Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Able to manage multiple priorities under pressure Proactive, reliable and solutions-focused Previous legal or professional...

Time Appointments are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and respected law firm in Bury St Edmunds who are seeking an experienced Family Law Legal Secretary to join their team on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive Legal Secretary with experience in Family Law to support a busy and reputable department. You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Family Law Solicitors, ensuring the smooth running of the department while delivering a professional and empathetic service to clients. Key Responsibilities: * Audio and copy typing of legal documentation and correspondence * Preparing court bundles and legal forms * Managing diaries, appointments, and court deadlines * Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and third parties * Opening and closing files in accordance with compliance procedures * Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion *...

Legal / Disrepair Administrator Role Working with a large Housing Organisation Working with a Large Repairs Organisation based in North London Hybrid working - 2/3 days a week in the office £18 - 19ph PAYE We're looking for a dedicated professional to bring our values to life and ensure our customers receive outstanding services. The Role Your main responsibility will be supporting the team in day-to-day administration duties of our Legal Disrepair and Complex Case Specialist as well as assisting from time to time with contract administration duties for both responsive repair and empty homes service delivery. This includes working closely with tenants, contractors, solicitors What we need you to do: * Accurately scrutinise documents related to disrepair claims. * Assist the Legal Disrepair Surveyor - Complex Case Specialist with managing disrepair works, including opening new files and updating existing files. * Assist with providing accurate updates to our Damp,...

We are currently recruiting for a Legal Services Manager for a leading Housing Association in London. You will be a voice to the business on legal matters, particularly in housing management issues and associated legal risk, building great relationships with the operational teams in the process. You’ll take ownership of cases, working collaboratively to drive them to conclusion. Mian duties will include; * Lead and mentor a team of paralegals to ensure assigned casework is managed effectively and to high quality. * Manage legal spend in accordance with budget and matrix manage operational teams in order to have ownership of legal spend. To this end, maximise cost effectiveness through an evaluation framework weighing up risk and deciding when to settle cases and when to utilise panel solicitors. * Build and maintain relationships with third party panel solicitors. Ensure cases referred are managed in accordance with contract agreements The ideal candidate will have;...

Legal Counsel (Maternity Cover) – SaaS | 9–12 Month FTC Location: London (Hybrid – typically 1 day per week in the office) Contract: Fixed-term contract, 9–12 months (TBC) Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Full-time, flexible working supported The Role We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our in-house legal team on a maternity cover basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who can hit the ground running, supporting a fast-paced SaaS business across multiple jurisdictions in Europe and the Middle East. You will report directly to the hiring manager and join a collaborative team of 8 legal professionals, playing a key role in contract triage and day-to-day commercial legal support. Key Responsibilities Triage, review and negotiate a high volume of commercial contracts Draft and negotiate NDAs, SaaS agreements and less complex amendments Partner closely with Sales teams, providing pragmatic, commercial legal advice Manage competing priorities in a...

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...

Senior Estates Surveyor (Part-Time, 3 days P/W) Rutland Council (Office Based) Day Rate: £400p/d Umbrella   I'm currently supporting a Council client with the appointment of a Part-Time Senior Estates Surveyor to provide strategic and operational oversight across their corporate property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced MRICS-qualified Estates professional who enjoys balancing hands-on estate management with asset strategy, compliance, and financial control.   The Role Working three days per week in the office, you will take ownership of a varied local authority portfolio, ensuring it is effectively managed, financially controlled, and aligned to the Council's wider objectives. You'll play a key role in driving compliance, innovation, and best practice across property management and asset strategy.   Key Responsibilities Property Management ·Oversee the management of all council-owned properties, ensuring high standards of maintenance and...

Our client has an immediate start for a talented, friendly and enthusiastic individual to join them – initially on a 3 month fixed term contract. You will be working as a Team Assistant within a Litigation team based in Bedford. If you have previous experience working as a Legal Secretary or a Secretary or Team Assistant this role could be exactly what you’re looking for! What will your responsibilities be? • 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. • Transcribing dictation. • Scanning and allocating post. 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. • Management of document release requests. • Keeping lawyers up to date on the...

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established provider for a Property Administrator to support the oversight of third-party managed homeownership schemes. This role plays a key part in protecting residents’ interests, ensuring contractual compliance, and driving high service standards across managed estates. This is initially a temporary rolling contract, they offer flexible working hours and a hybrid set up. What You’ll Be Doing * Overseeing third-party agreements, head leases and managing agents * Scrutinising service charge demands, accounts and formal notices * Monitoring contractor performance against KPIs and SLAs * Investigating and escalating disputes or non-compliance * Supporting financial and building safety compliance monitoring * Acting as a key liaison between residents, managing agents and internal teams * Supporting delivery of leasehold and property management services What They Look For: * Experience...

Credit Control Administrator required for a business in Coventry to work on a contract basis to cover maternity leave Location: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote Department: Credit Control Reports to: Credit Control Manager About the Role: We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to join our Credit Control team in an administrative capacity. This is a support role focused on the insurance and legal aspects of our credit control function, rather than direct customer interaction or debt chasing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. While experience in the key areas is desirable, full training will be provided to the successful candidate. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and regularly update insurance tracking spreadsheets Liaise with our insurance brokers on policy matters and customer coverage Review and analyse commercial contracts...

Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Housing Compliance Officer to join our team on a 6‑month contract, starting as soon as possible. The successful candidate will ensure that all properties within the housing portfolio meet statutory, regulatory, and organisational compliance standards. This includes overseeing health & safety, gas safety, electrical compliance, fire safety, and general housing compliance activities. Key Responsibilities * Ensure full compliance with all housing-related legislation, including gas, electrical, fire, asbestos, legionella, and general health & safety regulations. * Conduct audits, inspections, and assessments across the property portfolio. * Review contractor documentation, certificates, and inspection reports to ensure accuracy and compliance. * Maintain up‑to‑date compliance records and produce detailed reports for management. * Work closely with internal teams, contractors, and external agencies to resolve compliance...

Location: Predominantly Stevenage - 3-4 days onsite per week Travel: Regular travel required across UK sites Contract Type: 2 years Fixed Term Contract The Role We are seeking a proactive and experienced CDM-focused Health & Safety professional to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects across a multi-site UK estate. Working closely with Project Managers, Facilities Management and external contractors, you will provide competent advice and hands-on support to ensure full compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations and associated statutory requirements. This is a practical, site-facing role within a growing safety function, requiring someone who can quickly integrate into an active project environment and contribute from day one. Key Responsibilities * Lead on the practical implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations across small to medium works projects * Support the organisation in self-delivering the Principal Designer role for applicable...

Service Care Solutions is working with a dynamic local authority, based in Nottingham, which is looking to recruit an experienced Planning and Environment Team Leader. This role would be suitable for a highly experienced solicitor who has been in a similar position previously.   Role: Planning and Environment Team Leader Location: Nottingham – hybrid Umbrella Rate: £60 - £65ph PAYE Inc. Rate: £52.76 - £57.11ph Contract Length: 6 – 9 months   The Role This senior role sits within Legal Services and involves managing a small, friendly team. Advise across Planning, Highways, licensing under the Licensing Act 2003, taxi licensing, pollution control, food, health & safety, trading standards and safer housing. The team also advises Planning, Licensing and Regulatory, and Appeals Committees. Attend and advise at Planning Committee.About You 5+ years’ of PQE in Planning and Environment Law as a Solicitor in England and Wales. Team leadership experience. Strong drafting, advisory and...

Derby City Council is seeking an experienced Lawyer to join the Licensing, Litigation, Housing & Contracts team within Legal Services on a permanent basis. As Lawyer, you will provide high-quality legal advice, representation and professional guidance to Members, senior officers and client departments across the Council. You will manage a varied caseload including licensing, housing, litigation and contractual matters, representing the Council in court, tribunals and public enquiries where required. 📍 Location: The Council House, DE1 2FS 📅 Contract: Temporary ⏰ Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working supported; occasional evening meetings required) 💼 Directorate: Corporate Governance, Property & Procurement – Legal, Insurance & Information Governance Services Key Responsibilities: * Provide high-quality legal advice, assistance and representation to Council departments. * Conduct advocacy on behalf of the Council in courts, tribunals and public...

We're supporting an innovative automotive client who are seeking a dynamic Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist to support the successful delivery of a key programme. Role: Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist Duration: 9 - 12 Months Rate: £400 - £500 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Oxfordshire (2/3 days on-site) You will own end‑to‑end procurement processes, lead supplier negotiations, support strategic decision-making, and contribute directly to the operational and commercial success of a key programme. Key Responsibilities: Oversee C&P lifecycle, from supplier identification through tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and award. Ensure compliance with approved sourcing strategies at programme and contract levels. Lead supplier prequalification, onboarding, and relationship management. Implement NDAs, T&Cs, and negotiation of commercial terms including IP and development activities. Administer contracts including correspondence, notices, and claims...

Interim Director of Estates Pay: £325-£350 per day - Can be 4 or 5 days a week Start: ASAP Interviews: Stage 1 - Teams | Stage 2 - Face‑to‑face Are you an estates leader who can shape strategy, drive capital projects, and deliver a safe, sustainable, high‑performing estate? This team requires a leader to bring stability and direction. Are you that person? A leading higher education organisation is seeking an interim Director of Estates to take ownership of its estate strategy, capital projects, operational delivery, compliance, and long‑term development. This is a pivotal, high‑impact role at the heart of the organisation's future. The Role You will lead the entire estates function - overseeing maintenance, cleaning, caretaking, security, catering, capital development, health & safety, and sustainability. You will have 5 direct reports. Working closely with the board, you'll set the strategic direction for the estate, manage multi‑million‑pound budgets, oversee...

Contracts Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Contracts Manager based in Nottingham. This role is on a 6-month contract basis and is mainly remote, with occasional on-site attendance The Company We’re working with a public-sector focused organisation undergoing a period of transformation, including the implementation of a newly developed contract management system. This is a key support role within the contract management function, offering the opportunity to play a hands-on part in improving governance, compliance, and data quality across the organisation. The Role This role is for a detail-driven Contracts Manager who is comfortable working with limited direction and ready to make an immediate impact. You’ll support the management, capture, and maintenance of contract information within a new contract management system and will be responsible for: Capturing and inputting accurate contract data into the contract management system Ensuring compliance with local...

Business Analyst - Business Change 6 Month Contract Worcestershire (Hybrid) £(Apply online only)/day REED Technology are working with a client who is seeking experienced Business Analysts to support a portfolio of strategic change initiatives across a regulated advisory environment. These roles sit within active delivery programmes and require individuals who are confident engaging senior stakeholders, operating within established frameworks, and progressing change already in motion. You will support one or more of the following initiatives: AR Partnership Model enhancement - strengthening and optimising an appointed representative framework, including acquisition gap analysis and delivery-stage support. Operational Resilience progression - supporting an established resilience framework, requirement gathering, SME coordination and UAT. Scalable Advice optimisation - identifying process efficiencies, conducting gap analysis, prioritising improvements and supporting backlog...