53 jobs found in Southampton

Location: London Reports to: Medico-Legal Services Team Remuneration: £90 - £100 per assessment (dependent on experience and location). Each assessment will last 1 30-45 mins. Travel costs will be extra. Overview We are seeking experienced Orthopaedic Surgeons to join our national panel of medico-legal experts. This flexible, sessional role is ideal for consultants wishing to expand into medico-legal practice, providing independent assessments primarily for personal injury, road traffic accidents (RTAs), and more complex case types. Key Responsibilities * Conduct in-person medico-legal assessments at clinics located near your home or primary practice. * Perform comprehensive physical examinations and evaluate a wide range of orthopaedic symptoms and injuries. * Carry out assessments that may involve the physical manifestations of psychological symptoms (e.g., PTSD, anxiety, flashbacks, depression). * Review and validate medico-legal reports...

We're seeking a Temporary Legal Secretary! Location: Blackfriars, City of London Contract Type: Temporary (1 week) Hourly Rate: £25 - £26 Are you an enthusiastic and proactive Legal Secretary looking for an exciting opportunity in the heart of London? Our client, a prestigious legal practise renowned for their expertise in shipping and commercial law, is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team on a temporary basis! Role Overview: As a Legal Secretary, you will provide essential front-line support to the sole Partner, Accounts and Office Manager, and a small number of fee earners. This role demands efficiency, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to ensure smooth operations within the firm. Key Responsibilities: Answer incoming calls with professionalism and transfer to the appropriate team member. Perform audio tape transcription and compose documents primarily for senior figures within the firm. Manage the firm's central mailbox and ensure timely...

Job Title: Legal Services Co-ordinator Rate: £16 per hour  Location: Blackfriars, London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office) Contract Length: 8-12 weeks (temporary cover) Overview  Our client, a social housing provider, is seeking a Legal Services Co-ordinator to provide immediate support during a period of increased workload. This is a temporary role to help bridge a resource gap and assist the existing assistant and administrator within the legal services function. The position focuses primarily on disrepair claims and requires strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and experience within a housing management environment. Key Responsibilities Process new disrepair claims within the Legal Disrepair Protocol timeframe. Monitor and scan new claims and legal documents. Collate disclosure bundles in line with GDPR and other privacy requirements. Liaise with internal departments to gather information relating to claims. Communicate with HMCTS on live cases. Manage...

The Firm Our client is a well-regarded, L500 recognised law firm with a strong Real Estate practice. They are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their friendly and supportive team on a part-time, fixed-term contract basis. The Opportunity The successful Legal Secretary will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners across the Property department, helping ensure the smooth running of daily operations. Responsibilities include: General administration: file opening/closing, billing, document distribution Acting as a professional point of contact for clients and external parties Diary management and organising meetings, rooms, IT/AV and refreshments Handling calls, emails, voicemail and managing messages for the team Coordinating expenses, travel arrangements, and conference calls Audio typing, document production and managing filing systems Supporting Reception and assisting other secretaries during busy periods This Legal...

Legal Assistant    Location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, SE6 4RU Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £17.78 Per Hour Job Ref: OR18250 Job Responsibilities Assist with legal tasks under Senior Lawyer's guidance. Help prepare witness statements and court documents. Coordinate court appearances and represent the Council in minor cases. Support property transactions and contract matters. Conduct legal research and assist in complex transactions. Manage case files using computer systems. Stay updated on legal developments. Prepare reports and statistical data as needed. Follow equal opportunities and health and safety policies. Maintain contact with internal and external parties. Person Specifications Must Have Basic knowledge of office procedures and relevant law areas. Ability to learn quickly and work independently. Experience in a legal environment and document preparation....

Service Care Legal are working alongside a local authority based in South East London looking for a Legal Assistant to join the property law team on an initial six-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant community-centric projects. ROLE: Legal Assistant – Residential Property Law LOCATION: South East London / Hybrid CONTRACT: Initial 6-Month Contract with Scope for Extension, 36 hours per week RATE: £22.63ph umbrella / £20.31ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £18.12ph PAYE exc. holiday pay Please note that this role would require office attendance a minimum of 2 times per week. About the Role: Handle residential property matters, including lease extensions, Right to Buy schemes, collective enfranchisements, and straightforward property transactions Support case management and ensure smooth case progression Be office-based at least two days per week to facilitate teamwork and client interactionCandidate...

Our well-respected and established client is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide support within their Employment team. If you have previous experience working as a Legal Secretary/Assistant we Full or part-time hours will be considered, office based and fixed term till April 2026. Responsibilities: * 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. * Typing dictation. * Scanning and allocating post to matter file in SOS. 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, organised in accordance with Department protocols and saved correctly within SOS * Management of document release requests. * Keeping lawyers up to date on...

Our well-respected and established client is seeking a talented, friendly and enthusiastic Team Assistant to provide support within their Employment team. If you have previous experience working as a Legal or Team Assistant and are looking to strengthen your knowledge and experience further, this role could be exactly what you’re looking for! Full or part-time hours will be considered, office based and fixed term till April 2026. Responsibilities: * 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. * Typing dictation. * Scanning and allocating post to matter file in SOS. 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, organised in...

Work for a Local authority near London as an Interim Legal and Governance Officer. Hybrid - FTC 1 year - £500 per day (umbrella, Inside IR35) or £58,332 to £68,626 pro rata. Purpose of the Role. Provide legal and governance advice supporting lawful, transparent and effective decision-making. Assist in developing and implementing governance frameworks and constitutional documents. Support Monitoring Officer duties and ensure statutory and regulatory compliance. Contribute to organisational resilience, risk management and democratic accountability. Help shape a collaborative, high-integrity organisational culture. Build partnerships and work across the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors to drive inward investment, secure funding from government, and ensure value for money in all financial commitments. Leadership & Governance Frameworks Support delivery of legal, governance and compliance functions. Act as the designated scrutiny officer for the CCA, ensuring...

Join a well-established Housing Association in a fulfilling Legal Assistant role that truly makes a difference to people's lives. This position offers the chance to support the Housing Legal Team with housing management matters and civil litigation, making a meaningful impact while benefiting from consistent, stable work. As a Legal Assistant, you'll be assisting the team with housing management cases, including civil injunctions and possession claims, while fostering strong collaboration between internal stakeholders and external legal partners. This is a rewarding role for someone who values a proactive approach to legal support, client-focused service, and a strong team dynamic. We'd love to hear from anyone with a background as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Housing Support Worker, or experience in civil litigation, housing law, or legal support, especially if you're passionate about providing legal assistance in housing management. As a Legal Assistant, you will be:...

Temporary Legal Support Officer - Mansfield- £15.67 per hour- 10 weeks guranteed- Hybrid working Cherry Professional are pleased to be working with their public sector client once more on a rare but exciting opportunity to join their Property Management Team on a temporary basis.  Responsibilities: To liaise with internal stakeholders, external solicitors, local authorities and members of the public in relation to legal matters within the team and to be the first port of call within the team in order to allocate to the correct legal adviser. To liaise with all directors in relation to the supply of information in relation to legal and records. To instruct external legal providers on behalf of the Head of Legal and Records and obtain quotes for the work to be undertaken. Maintaining the register of legal instructions and liaising with the relevant stakeholders to ensure that deadlines are met. To assist the Head of Legal and Records in managing the external legal providers...

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a dynamic local authority, based in Berkshire, which is seeking an experienced Child Care Lawyer to join one of their Child Care Court Teams within the Joint Legal Team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to vital child protection work in a supportive, specialist team environment.   Role: Childcare Lawyer Umbrella Rate: £50 - £55ph PAYE Inc Hol Rate: £44.06 - £48.41ph Location: Berkshire (Hybrid – office base Reading) Contract: Initial 3 months, with the possibility of extension   Key Responsibilities Work as part of a dedicated team of child protection lawyers. Manage a busy caseload of care proceedings, emergency protection orders, special guardianship, secure accommodation, deprivation of liberty and adoption. Undertake advocacy, including contested hearings at court.About You A qualified solicitor, legal executive or barrister (in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate) with 3+ years of PQE in child...

Security Consultant – GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) Location: Reading (Remote role with once or twice per month on-site)  Rate: Negotiable (DOE) Contract: Until May 2026 An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Security Consultant (GRC) to join a global technology organisation that’s expanding its EMEA cyber security consulting practice and investing heavily in a new Centre of Excellence. This is a hands-on consulting position delivering Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) projects for major enterprise clients — including risk management, cloud security governance, and compliance frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST CSF, CIS Top 18 and COBIT. You’ll play a key role in engaging with senior stakeholders, assessing cyber maturity, and driving best-practice improvements across a range of industries. Key Responsibilities Deliver Cyber GRC consulting engagements end-to-end — from scoping and planning through to delivery and close-out. Provide advisory...

Solicitor – Property Specialist Based - Haywards Heath - West Sussex Hybrid working Hourly rate : Negotiable depending on experience Contract: 6 Months onrolling contract We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Property Specialist Solicitor to provide expert legal advice, representation, and support across the Council. This hybrid role offers flexibility while giving you the opportunity to work closely with Members, senior officers, and colleagues across the organisation, contributing to high-quality legal services that support the Council’s Corporate Plan. About the Role As a trusted adviser, you will manage a varied caseload, represent the Council in legal proceedings, and attend public and statutory meetings where required. You will work collaboratively within Legal Services, supporting the delivery of a cost-effective, responsive, and professional service. Key Responsibilities Provide legal advice, representation, and assistance to Members, staff, and at public...

Interim Senior Procurement Officer - Property Management About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days in office per week) Contract: Interim - 4 months Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Start Date: Immediate Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role will support the delivery of high-value contracts for property management during a critical period of transition. The primary purpose of the recruitment is a skilled procurement officer with an understanding of property management. This supports the strategic procurements including: managing agents for farms, hotels and industrial units (must be...

Private Client Locum – Somerset (ASAP Start) – Job Ref: (phone number removed) Full-Time | Onsite Parking | Open-Ended Booking | Hybrid Working A well-established firm with four offices across the South West is seeking an experienced Private Client Locum to join their Somerset office on an ASAP, open-ended basis. The Role: • Full remit of Private Client matters • High volume caseload • Full-time locum assignment • Use of CMS – SOS Connect • Step in to support the team due to a recent influx of work Additional Information: • Onsite parking available • Friendly, supportive working environment across a multi-office firm • Support from one Legal Assistant How to Apply: Contact Alicia Forde on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) quoting Job Ref: (phone number removed) eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted...

Belmont Recruitment are currently working with a client in the Harrow area of London, for a contract post that we have for a Criminal Justice based team. The role will include you managing a majority Criminal Justice based caseload with some clients on the caseload having substance misuse issues also, so experience of mixed caseload management is advantagous. Ideally you will have expeience with CJ interventions, delivering RA's DRR and ATR assessments. Hours: Full Time- 9am to 5pm Days: Monday - Friday Contract: 3 Months (+ongoing) Salary: £19.00 to £21.00 per hour Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. * Referal Benefit Scheme

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for an Estate and Environmental Service Team Manager to join Croydon Council. Contract: Temporary Pay: £26.68 per hour PAYE or £35.48 per hour Umbrella Hours: 36 hours per week, working Monday - Friday A full UK driving licence is required for this roleAbout the Role: Croydon Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Estates and Environmental Services Team Manager to lead a high-performing team delivering a first-class, customer-focused estates and environmental maintenance service. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for ensuring our estates are clean, safe, and welcoming for residents - while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and outstanding customer service standards. You'll lead and develop teams of Caretakers and Bulk Refuse staff, ensuring services are efficient, compliant, and aligned with our vision for vibrant, well-maintained communities across the borough. Key Responsibilities: Lead, motivate...

Solicitor    Location: Hornton Street, W8 7NX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 30.40 Per Hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Offer expert legal advice and guidance on public procurement, contract, and commercial law. Provide legal support for regeneration, housing, schools, and commercial construction projects. Deliver efficient legal services in the Contract and Procurement Team. Advise on matters related to Construction Acts, Public Contracts, Data Protection, and administrative law. Handle complex and routine legal cases independently. Act as an advocate in court proceedings and public inquiries. Negotiate terms with external parties and attend relevant meetings. Draft legal documents and statements, ensuring compliance with time limits. Attend and advise at Council meetings and committees. Instruct external solicitors or Counsel when necessary. Keep...

Job Advert: Estate & Block Surveyor Location: South London / Greater London Region Contract Type: Contract Start Date: ASAP We are expanding our contract talent pool and seeking skilled Estate & Block Surveyors to support external and communal asset surveys across estates, blocks and shared outdoor areas. The Role As an Estate & Block Surveyor, you will be responsible for surveying estates, sub-estates, major blocks and communal external areas. You will capture structured asset data to support large-scale housing improvement and compliance programmes. Key Responsibilities * Survey external building elements, boundaries, roofs and communal areas * Use GIS mapping tools and site plans to ensure full and accurate coverage * Capture photographic evidence and contextual information for each location * Identify risks or potential HHSRS indicators and escalate where required * Upload completed surveys on a weekly basis *...