7 jobs found in Newton Abbot

Interim Audit SeniorLocation: Torquay area Workplace Type: Hybrid Contract Length: Up to 12 months Start Date: ASAP Day Rate: Up to £225 per day (dependent on experience) The Role Hays are seeking an experienced Interim Audit Senior to support an established Audit team on an initial contract of up to 12 months. Reporting to the Director, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day planning, organisation and delivery of audit assignments, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical audit experience, the ability to manage a portfolio of clients, and confidence working in a fast‑paced professional practice environment.Key Responsibilities Client Management Manage a portfolio of audit clients Support fellow auditors and Directors through the compliance process Maintain strong client relationships via telephone, email, online meetings and face‑to‑face contact where appropriate Build rapport to clearly understand client...

Our Devon-based client is now recruiting for a Locum Private Client Solicitor to join them as soon as possible on an initial 3-6 month contract.. We are seeking a solicitor with lots of estate administration experience, and ideally a broad range of private client experience from wills, LPAs to support a busy and varied caseload. Key responsibilities: * Manage your own caseload of private client matters, with a focus on estate administration. * Draft and advise on wills and lasting powers of attorney. * Maintain excellent client care and compliance standards. Requirements: * Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 3 years’ PQE in Private Client work. * Open to full-time or part-time hours * Broader experience in wills, LPAs, and general private client work is highly desirable.​​​​​​ * Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload with minimal supervision. * Able to attend the Devon office on a hybrid basis (Minimum 1-day per...

We are currently working with a well-established firm based in Devon, who are looking for a civil litigation solicitor to join them on a locum basis for a 3-month initial contract. Key details: * Office attendance: Hybrid working * Contract length: 3-month initial contract * Rate: DOE * Days: 3 – 5 days per week Key Responsibilities: * A strong background in general civil litigation (contract disputes, contentious probate, property disputes, employment, * shareholder and partnership disputes, boundary disputes) * Ability to pick up and run a live caseload This offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced civil litigation solicitor seeking an initial locum contract with a well-established Southwest based firm

Interim Estates Surveyor (Disposals) 📍 Somerset (Hybrid – 1–2 days onsite + site visits) 💰 £400/day (Umbrella) | £291/day PAYE 📅 6–9 month contract A local authority in the South West is seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a busy property team with a strong focus on asset disposals and transactions. This is a key interim role within a strategic estates function managing a large and diverse portfolio of land and property assets. The Role You’ll take ownership of a varied caseload of property disposals and transfers, managing transactions from initial appraisal through to completion. This includes: * Leading disposals of surplus assets across a diverse estate * Advising on property values and disposal strategy * Preparing Heads of Terms and instructing legal teams * Managing agents and external consultants * Supporting asset strategy and wider estate reviews * Ensuring compliance with Section 123 (Local Government Act 1972) What We’re Looking...

Estates Surveyor - Local Authority (Contract) Location: South West (Somerset region) Rate: £400 per day Umbrella (Negotiable) Contract: 12 months ongoing Hours: 37 per week Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days office/site visits, 3 days remote) Closing Date: 13 May 2026 Interviews: Online An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estates Surveyor to join a forward-thinking public sector organisation in the South West. This is a key role within a strategic estates team managing a large and diverse property portfolio. You will play a pivotal role in delivering property disposals and asset management initiatives, ensuring best value and supporting long-term strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities Manage a range of property disposals and asset transfers from inception through to completion Ensure compliance with Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972 Undertake valuations, feasibility studies, and options appraisals Develop robust business cases aligned to...

Housing Officer Bournemouth | Hybrid Rate: £22.98 per hour IR35 Status: Inside Initial Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: 37 Hours: 8:30 - 17:00 Role Summary This is an opportunity to join a local authority housing team in Bournemouth, providing a high-quality housing service focused on sustaining tenancies and resolving complex housing issues. You will manage a varied and challenging caseload, act as an escalation point for colleagues and customers, and work closely with internal teams and external agencies to deliver effective housing solutions. The role also offers the chance to contribute to service improvements, small projects, and policy development. What you will do as a Housing Officer - Act as an escalation point for complex tenancy and housing issues, including allocations, applications, and assessments - Manage a complex caseload covering areas such as anti-social behaviour, safeguarding, fraud, and tenancy breaches - Investigate cases,...

Management Contract and Compliance Lead Working Pattern: Site-based, remote and office-based Please only apply if you are comfortable with all elements of this working arrangement. Contract Type: Interim IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Rate: Competitive – please submit your CV with your required hourly rate The Role Wiltshire Council is seeking an experienced and robust Management Contract and Compliance Lead to oversee high-value waste contracts across the authority. This is a senior client-side role requiring strong operational knowledge and the confidence to manage complex, multi‑million‑pound waste contracts. You will be responsible for contract management and compliance across multiple waste streams, working closely with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure value for money, performance delivery, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities * Client-side management of large-scale waste contracts, including: * Household Waste Recycling Centres...