66 jobs found in London

An opportunity for an experienced Client Account Team Leader to join a Finance team in London. Reporting to the Chief Cashier, you will supervise two client cashiers within a wider team, ensuring accurate processing of client account transactions, high service standards, and compliance with SRA Accounts Rules. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day supervision and support of client cashiers Oversight of the client account inbox and escalation of queries Accurate processing and authorisation of client account transactions and bank reconciliations Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and AML requirements Liaise with fee earners and partners to resolve client account queries Support audits, process improvements, and team developmentAbout You Proven experience as a Senior Legal Cashier (supervisory experience desirable) Strong knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and online banking systems Highly accurate, organised, and deadline-driven Confident communicator with strong Excel...

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...

A well-established firm in Woodford Green is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join its accounts team on a 6-month fixed-term basis. The firm has a broad practice covering residential and commercial conveyancing, litigation, family, and private client work. This role will suit someone with solid legal cashiering experience who is confident working in a client-facing environment and able to manage financial processes accurately and discreetly. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the firm • Processing client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules • Undertaking daily banking duties, including bank reconciliations • Managing petty cash administration and reconciliation • Preparing cheques and processing bank transfers • Administering the purchase ledger • Assisting with VAT administration and returns • Supporting month-end and year-end procedures • Reviewing completion statements • Checking and posting invoices Skills...

Legal Counsel £750 - £800 Per Day (Umbrella) | 9 Month Maternity Contract | London, Hybrid   We are supporting a large, internationally operating organisation with the appointment of an experienced Legal Counsel to join its commercial legal team on a maternity cover basis. This is a high-impact role supporting complex, cross-border commercial activity in a fast-paced, regulated environment.   The successful candidate will work closely with senior legal stakeholders and business leaders, providing both strategic and hands-on legal support across commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, ethics, and dispute resolution.   Key Responsibilities Provide end-to-end legal support on complex commercial arrangements, including cross-border and public sector contracts Structure, draft and negotiate a broad range of customer, supplier and partner agreements Support procurement and tender processes, including advising on public procurement legislation Contribute to the development of...

Legal Disrepair Surveyor North London £330 per day A North London local authority is recruiting an experienced Legal Disrepair Surveyor to support its housing service on an interim basis. The role is delivery-focused and sits squarely in the legal disrepair space. Responsibilities: * Inspecting residential properties subject to legal disrepair claims * Preparing clear, robust technical reports for use in legal proceedings * Supporting both pre-litigation and litigated cases * Advising on remedial works, costs, and realistic programmes * Working with legal services, housing teams, contractors, and external solicitors * Acting as an expert witness where required Requirements: * Proven experience managing housing disrepair cases, ideally within a local authority * Strong understanding of the legal disrepair process and court expectations * Experience producing Part 35 compliant reports *...

Legal Secretary (Ad-Hoc cover) Location: Uxbridge Salary: £17–£18 per hour + holiday pay We are working with a great company based in Uxbridge who are looking for an experienced and adaptable Legal Secretary to provide ad-hoc support to their legal team. This role is ideal for a flexible Legal Secretary who is confident supporting busy professionals and can step in seamlessly when required. This role is purely to cover holiday cover and busy periods throughout the year and we are looking for someone who would love to pick up ad-hoc work but not looking for full-time, permanent commitment. We have had a hugely successful relationship with someone who has provided this cover for us for many years and has now decided to full retire. About the Role As a Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting the legal team with their day-to-day operations. Responsibilities will include: Drafting and formatting legal documents Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings Handling...

Service Care Legal are currently working on behalf of a local authority in the Hertfordshire area who are seeking a Property Legal Assistant to join their team. Please see below further details about this role.   ROLE:                  Property Legal Assistant LOCATION:         Hertfordshire RATE:                   £24ph umbrella / £21.49ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £19.17ph PAYE exc. holiday pay CONTRACT:        3-month ongoing contract, 37 hours per week   Please note that this role would predominantly be office-based, with possibility of home working available once settled in.   The Role Supporting the delivery of property-related legal services, ensuring best use of the Council’s property assets Assisting with commercial and residential conveyancing, including Right to Buy matters Drafting legally binding documents, correspondence and completion statements Identifying and escalating legal irregularities or potential fraudulent activity  The Person A law-related qualification...

Legal Secretary Guildford | Hybrid working | 14-month maternity cover Salary up to £35,000 Are you a highly organised Legal Secretary who enjoys being at the heart of a busy, professional team? An established and well-regarded law firm in Guildford is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join them on a 14-month maternity contract. This is a varied, hands-on role offering hybrid working, excellent exposure to high-quality legal work and the chance to make a real impact. The role You will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to a team of fee earners, helping to keep matters running smoothly from start to finish. Responsibilities include: Supporting solicitors and partners with day-to-day administration Opening and closing files and maintaining case management systems Managing billing processes and supporting month-end activities Diary management, meeting coordination and deadline tracking Audio and copy typing, document formatting and...

Legal Cashier - 12 months FTC (Maternity Cover) Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years’ experience. It has a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector and strength in depth in a wide selection of other legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Bristol, Gloucester, Devon, London and Birmingham To provide an efficient and professional accounts service with good communication whilst maintaining client confidentiality and employee confidentiality where appropriate. Key Duties and Responsibilities Daily management of money received and updating client account ledgers. Sending completion monies out as requested by the fee earner Ensuring any old balances are being dealt with by the relevant fee earner. Amending and closing ledgers as required. Paying invoices and suppliers each month. Generating and inputting client invoices into the system. Provide detailed information on client accounts for each...

Sewell Wallis is working in partnership with a global organisation headquartered in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. With a presence in over 40 countries and more than 50 offices worldwide, the firm is continuing its rapid expansion. As part of this growth, they are seeking to appoint a Legal AML Analyst on a 24-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will have prior experience in legal services, with a strong background in risk and compliance. What will you be doing? In this pivotal AML Analyst position, you will be part of the Ongoing Monitoring Team, responsible for managing the continuous monitoring of the client database. The team's main objective is to ensure that all client due diligence records are current, accurate, and fully compliant with Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing requirements. * Assessing the risk profile of existing clients and whether there have been any changes. * Liaising with Partners on client due diligence issues. *...

Head of Legal Services Bury £500 day rate Substantial local government experience needed About the Role To deputise for the Monitoring Officer and Council Solicitor, in his/her absence and act in accordance the provisions of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 in respect of the Council, undertaking all of the statutory duties of the Monitoring Officer including attendance at Full Council, Cabinet, Scrutiny, Standards and relevant management team meetings and the determination and investigation of complaints against Elected Members. To draft and/or advise upon reports to Cabinet, Scrutiny and Council, Including the provision of Monitoring Officer comments and presentation of reports as required. To advise the Standards Committee and Standards Panels as required. To advise Elected Members as required on issues relating to the Council's legal powers and Constitutional arrangements, including the Members Code of Conduct and other Codes and Protocols. To ensure Legal...

Revenues Officer – Council Tax & Recovery Location: South East London Contract: Temp to Perm Hours: Full-time - 2 days remote, 3 days in the office Salary: PAYE: £21.45 per hour Are you an experienced revenues professional with strong knowledge of Council Tax, debt recovery and court processes? We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Revenues Officer to support the effective collection of Council Tax and other income streams while delivering a high standard of service to our residents. About the Role You will play a key role in administering Council Tax accounts, recovering outstanding debts and representing the Council at Magistrates’ Court, County Court and other tribunals. Working closely with Enforcement Agents, internal teams and external partners, you will help maximise income while ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax and other revenue accounts in line with legislation and procedures *...

Real Estate Paralegal (12-Month FTC) Competitive salary EC2N London A leading US law firm in London is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join their Real Estate team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension. This role provides hands-on experience on high-profile Real Estate transactions within a collaborative and supportive team. You will support the team by drafting and reviewing transaction documents, coordinating deals, managing due diligence, maintaining trackers and data rooms, conducting Companies House filings, liaising with clients and internal teams, and providing general administrative support. Candidates should hold a university degree (2:1 or above) and three A-levels (AAB or equivalent), with previous City Real Estate paralegal experience. Strong IT and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and flexibility for occasional overtime or weekend work are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional to...

The Firm Our client is a well-established UK law firm with a dynamic London office, renowned for its practical, client-focused approach and collaborative culture. The firm is seeking a Receptionist (Maternity Cover, starting March 2026) to join their team. They are recognised for high-quality advice across multiple sectors and offer a supportive environment where initiative and professionalism are valued. The Opportunity The successful Receptionist will combine reception duties, office and facilities management, and health & safety responsibilities, acting as the organisational hub of the London office. You will work closely with Partners, teams, and colleagues across offices to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and a professional, welcoming environment for clients and staff. Duties to include: Be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, delivering a professional, welcoming reception service Manage office facilities, contractors, suppliers, and office equipment...

Completions Officer / Case Manager Contract Contract Length: 12 weeks Daily Rate: From £400 to £475 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Location: Remote Working Available (UK based) Candidates must be immediately available to start About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Operations professional to join their team as a Completions Officer / Case Manager for a twelve-week fixed-term contract. This hands-on role is pivotal in maintaining operational continuity during a period of change across New Business and Portfolio Operations. You will be the central coordination point for deal completions and ongoing loan servicing. Key Responsibilities: New Business & Completions: Manage and progress credit-approved deals from approval to drawdown, ensuring timely and accurate completion. Provide day-to-day oversight across the completions pipeline, proactively identifying and resolving delays or bottlenecks. Liaise with Lending Managers, Underwriters, Legal, Compliance,...

We are seeking an experienced Solicitor to join a busy in-house legal team providing advice and litigation support on housing management and landlord & tenant matters. You will manage a varied caseload ranging from routine housing matters to complex litigation, working closely with internal stakeholders and supporting the wider legal team. Support and supervision will be provided in line with your level of experience. Role details: * 35 hours per week * £55.00 per hour umbrella * Start asap * Hyrbid - 3 days office, 2 days remote working Key Responsibilities * Provide legal advice on housing management and landlord & tenant matters * Conduct efficient and effective litigation, including: Anti-social behaviour injunctions and possession claims Committal applications Tenancy fraud and access injunctions Housing disrepair claims Environmental Protection Act prosecutions Court of Protection applications and money claims * Prepare and draft...

Legal Disrepair Surveyor £44.70p/h Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) 3-Month Initial Contract (Extension Likely) London Borough of Islington Hybrid Working (pool car availability)   We're looking for an experienced Legal Disrepair Surveyor to oversee a caseload of live disrepair claims, party wall awards, and repair diagnostics. You'll play a key role in mitigating legal disrepair actions, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.   Key Responsibilities: ·Carry out site inspections and investigations, diagnosing building failures using technical equipment. ·Prepare detailed repair specifications, estimates, feasibility studies, and reports. ·Act as an expert witness in court, providing technical evidence when required. ·Provide technical guidance to colleagues and support the development of team policies and procedures. ·Oversee and monitor repair works on-site, ensuring quality standards, materials, and workmanship meet requirements. ·Take...

The Firm Our client, an award-winning and highly regarded international law firm, is seeking a professional Executive Assistant to join their Baker Street office on a 14-month fixed term contract. The Opportunity The successful candidate will be a highly competent Executive Assistant who will provide client and business focused secretarial and administrative support to Partners. Duties to include: Act as a professional ambassador for partners, managing diaries, appointments, travel, and inboxes to ensure smooth schedules and effective prioritisation Take ownership of billing, compliance, WIP, and unpaid bills Build strong relationships with partners through regular catch-ups, understanding their clients and priorities Support marketing and BD activities, liaise with clients and external contacts, and coordinate events, seminars, and conferencesThis Executive Assistant position is a full time, 14-month fixed term contract role, working Monday - Friday, 9:30am -5:30pm...

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...