33 jobs found in Swanley

Senior Contracts Lawyer (Construction & Public Sector) Location: Dagenham (Hybrid working arrangements) Day Rate: £60 - £70 per hour Umbrella Duration: 6 months initially with scope for extension We are seeking an experienced senior Commercial Lawyer to join our client's legal team, with a particular focus on commercial contracts, construction matters and public sector projects. The role will involve advising on high value and strategically important commercial and infrastructure matters across a broad range of services and stakeholders. This is a senior position suited to a commercial minded lawyer who is confident operating autonomously, managing risk pragmatically and supporting senior leadership on complex legal and contractual issues. Key Responsibilities: Leading on advising internal stakeholders, drafting, negotiation and management of commercial contracts, construction contracts and public sector agreements Advising on construction and infrastructure projects,...

Position: Conveyancing/ Property Secretary (Commercial) Contract Type: Temporary (contract until end of Jan 27) Pay: £16.90-£17.90 per hour (+ Holiday Pay & Benefits) Location: Ilford, Essex Adecco Romford & London East are looking for an organised and proactive Conveyancing / Property Secretary with a passion for Law! If you thrive in a fast‑paced legal environment and take pride in delivering exceptional client care, we would love to hear from you. What you'll be doing: Providing efficient secretarial support to Fee Earners Audio and copy typing of correspondence, forms and legal documents Managing incoming calls, emails and client enquiries professionally Handling daily post, filing and general administration Preparing and opening files on the case management systemWhat we're looking for: Previous experience in conveyancing / property (commercial) is essential Strong and accurate audio typing skills Excellent communication and client care abilities Good...

Housing Appeals Officer East London | £30.38 per hour Umbrella A Local Authority in East London is seeking an experienced Housing Appeals Officer to join their Housing team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong homelessness and appeals experience to play a key role in delivering fair, lawful and high-quality housing decisions. Key Responsibilities Conduct reviews on the suitability of accommodation offered to homeless households in line with statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act. Review homelessness application decisions and housing register appeals. Manage appeals relating to council tenancies, including fixed-term tenancy reviews and introductory tenancy reviews. Prepare detailed, high-quality case reports and decision letters. Defend legal challenges relating to homelessness and allocations decisions. Ensure all decisions are legally compliant and in line with current legislation, guidance and case law....

Housing Solutions Reviews Officer Location: South East London Hours: 37 hours per week Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:00 Pay Rate: £36 per hour umbrella Contract Type: [3 to 6 months ongoing contract] Key Responsibilities Conduct statutory homelessness reviews, including Section 202 reviews, in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended). Review and evaluate housing decisions relating to duty owed, suitability of accommodation, priority need, intentionality, and local connection. Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law to ensure decisions are legally sound and defensible. Prepare clear, comprehensive, and well-reasoned review decision letters within statutory timescales. Monitor compliance with housing legislation, policies, and procedures. Analyse trends and outcomes arising from reviews to identify service improvements. Work collaboratively with Housing Solutions teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies. Engage with residents and...

Reviews & Appeals Officer Location: Romford Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: 6 months with possible extension Proposed start date: ASAP Pay Rates: £22.55 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay Hours / Working Days: 36 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm – Hybrid role Sector: Healthcare Based: Office / Hospital Role Purpose The Reviews & Appeals Officer is responsible for conducting independent reviews and appeals relating to homelessness applications, suitability of accommodation, housing register decisions, and tenancy matters in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and related housing legislation. The role supports the Council in delivering fair, lawful, and customer-focused housing decisions while minimising legal risk and improving outcomes for residents facing housing need or homelessness. Key Responsibilities * Conduct statutory homelessness and housing reviews and produce legally compliant written decisions. * Review...

Compliance Business Analyst 🌟 Location: London Contract Type: 9 Months Onsite Requirement: 3 days a week (Monday mandatory) Are you a talented Business Analyst with a passion for compliance and a knack for policy governance? Our client, a leading financial institution, is on the lookout for an experienced Compliance Business Analyst to join their team and support an exciting transformation initiative! 🚀 About the Role As a Compliance Business Analyst, you will play a vital role in the design, development, and implementation of a refreshed enterprise-wide Policy Framework. Your expertise will help shape a standardized, governed, and technology-enabled policy management model that strengthens the organization's compliance posture across EMEA. Key Responsibilities Policy Landscape Analysis: - Lead the creation of an enterprise-wide Policy Inventory. - Conduct Gap Analysis to identify missing, duplicate, or outdated policies. - Assess regulatory alignment through Compliance...

Birchrose Associates is proud to be representing an award-winning international law firm in the City of London, which is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to join its highly regarded team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The Firm Our client, an award-winning and highly regarded international law firm based in the City of London is looking for an Executive Assistant. The Opportunity The ideal candidate will be an experienced and highly capable Executive Assistant, delivering first-class, client-focused support to Partners within a fast-paced Intellectual Property, Tech and Data teams. Duties to include: Act as a professional ambassador for fee earners, managing complex diaries, travel, meetings, and inboxes to ensure effective prioritisation Take ownership of billing, WIP, compliance, client onboarding, and financial processes Build strong relationships with fee earners, clients, and internal teams, understanding key priorities and matters Support business...

Key Responsibilities ● Expert Advice: Deliver clear, consistent, and accurate legal advice to Council services and Members. ● Caseload Management: Manage a demanding caseload of complex legal matters, ensuring all work meets formal practice management standards (Lexcel). ● Advocacy & Representation: Undertake advocacy in courts and tribunals and attend evening committee meetings as required to advise on governance and procedure. ● Strategic Contribution: Assist in the development of corporate policies and operational plans that secure the achievement of Council objectives. ● Documentation: Draft complex legal reports and documentation while conducting thorough legal research and analysis. About You We are looking for a professional who is qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. You should demonstrate: ● Sector Expertise: Proven experience in areas of law relevant to Education and Local Government. ● Communication Skills: Highly...

Interim Risk Manager (6‑Month Contract) | Local Authority 2 Days/Week Onsite | London Are you an experienced Risk Manager ready to step into a high-impact role shaping strategy and strengthening governance? We're supporting a Local Authority to appoint an interim Risk Manager on a minimum 6‑month assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence senior leadership, drive enterprise risk strategy, and embed best practice across a complex organisation. The Role You'll lead and develop the organisation's risk management strategy, working closely with senior leaders to ensure risks are proactively identified, assessed, and managed. Key responsibilities include: Driving and embedding an enterprise risk management framework (ERM) Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and leadership teams Leading risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and reporting Supporting governance through collaboration with internal audit, finance, and compliance teams Horizon...

Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our Public sector client for Qualified Solicitors / Barristers with circa 3+ years PQE to take on the role of Planning Lawyer for 6 – 12 months. This is a hybrid working role needing 60% onsite in Westminster. This is a varied advisory role combining Planning and environmental law advice, Public law / judicial review risk, Policy development and legislation support as well as high-profile casework. You will provide advice on: Planning decisions (including called-in decisions and appeals) Planning reform and legislation (including SIs) Infrastructure and major development projects Legal risk and potential challenge (including JR)Key Responsibilities Provide pragmatic, risk-based legal advice on planning, environmental and public law matters Advise on major infrastructure and development projects (e.g. energy, transport, regeneration) Support policy development and legislative change, including drafting secondary legislation Advise on...

UK Corporate Senior Immigration Consultant - London (Remote) Job Type: Permanent Location: London (Remote) Salary: £Negotiable Ref No: AS/77396/GM The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering UK immigration advice and processing for a number of corporate clients. The focus of your role will be managing a range of UK corporate immigration applications, with the focus on skilled worker visa and sponsor licence management, as well as ILR, Business Visitor, Family Members, and EEA applications for example. As part of your client service you will also be expected to coordinate and facilitate clients other international instructions together with the wider team. The Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following: * Provide advice & guidance to corporate clients regarding UK immigration and the associated issues specifically on skilled worker visa applications, including sound knowledge of skilled worker visa policy and...

UK Corporate Senior Immigration Consultant - London (Remote) Job Type: 3 Month Contract Location: London (Remote) Salary: £Negotiable Ref No: AS/77396/GM The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering UK immigration advice and processing for a number of corporate clients. The focus of your role will be managing a range of UK corporate immigration applications, with the focus on skilled worker visa and sponsor licence management, as well as ILR, Business Visitor, Family Members, and EEA applications for example. As part of your client service you will also be expected to coordinate and facilitate clients other international instructions together with the wider team. The Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following: * Provide advice & guidance to corporate clients regarding UK immigration and the associated issues specifically on skilled worker visa applications, including sound knowledge of skilled worker visa policy...

Fee-Share Solicitors with openings Nationwide. Absolute Law Recruitment are working in partnership with various UK and International law firms who are seeking Senior Solicitors and Partners 6yrs+ PQE to join their growing fee-sharing Consultancy Teams. These award-winning Firms focus on quality and talent combining the best elements of traditional law to provide a different offering for both clients and lawyers. You will already have your own client following, however, there will an opportunity to receive referrals through networking. A selection of services covering:- Banking & Finance, Intellectual Property, Family, Charity, Franchising, Private Client, Real Estate, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Commercial, Construction & Engineering, Employment, Data Management, Technology, Corporate M&A, Pensions, Contentious Trusts & Probate, Insolvency, Environmental, Infrastructure, Private Equity etc. Benefits to include:- ·100% remote working/or "hot desk" from one...

Temporary Accommodation Officer 📍 London (On-site initially, moving to hybrid) 💼 Contract Role We’re currently working with a forward-thinking London local authority to recruit an experienced Temporary Accommodation Officer to support a busy Housing Needs service. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and temporary accommodation placements to join a high-performing team. 🔑 The Role You will be responsible for the allocation, management, and monitoring of temporary accommodation placements, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and delivering a high-quality service to homeless households. Initially, the role will be fully office-based to support onboarding and training, with the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement following a successful first few weeks. 🧩 Key Responsibilities * Managing the allocation and letting of temporary accommodation in line with legislation * Coordinating...

Looking for your next contract within housing compliance and temporary accommodation? A North East London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Contract and Compliance Officer to join their busy housing team and help ensure vulnerable residents are placed in safe, compliant accommodation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced local authority environment where your expertise in property inspections, compliance, and contract management will have a direct impact on service quality and resident wellbeing. You'll be responsible for managing a range of procurement and compliance-related duties, including carrying out pre- and post-inspections on temporary accommodation properties. Working closely with suppliers, landlords, and internal stakeholders, you will ensure all properties meet the Council's obligations under WREN and Supplier Agreements while maintaining high housing standards across the borough. We are looking for candidates with previous experience...

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

Temporary Assignment - 3 months The Import & Export Compliance Analyst supports global trade operations by ensuring compliant, efficient, and cost-effective movement of materials, equipment, and products across international borders. The role focuses on Import/Export documentation, regulatory compliance (globally) and coordination with internal stakeholders and external logistics partners. The Analyst plays a critical role in enabling timely delivery of shipments while safeguarding regulatory adherence. This position will report directly to the Import/Export Global Compliance Manager. Key Responsibilities: * Ensure all import and export activities adhere to relevant trade laws. * Facilitate sanctioned party list screening processes and escalate compliance risks where necessary. * Work in conjunction with external partners, including customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies such as BIS, CBP, and DDTC. * Primary focus on...

We are seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to join our property and asset management team. You will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties, ensuring effective estate management, compliance with statutory requirements, and delivering high-quality property services across residential and/or commercial assets. This is a key role supporting asset performance, tenant engagement, and long-term property sustainability. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of estates, ensuring properties are well maintained and compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements Undertake regular estate inspections and identify maintenance, safety, and compliance issues Oversee landlord and tenant matters including lease management, rent reviews, lease renewals, and service charge administration Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, including fire safety, asbestos, and building safety requirements Manage contractors and consultants, ensuring works are...

Role: Event Planner II – Medical Affairs (Pharmaceutical Sector) * Location: Hybrid-working – Stockley Park, Uxbridge (3 days office / 2 days remote) * Length: 12-month contract * Rate: Market Rates (Inside IR35, via Umbrella) * Start Date: June 2026 (or ASAP) The Opportunity: ISR Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading global pharmaceutical organisation in their search for an experienced Medical Affairs and Corporate Event Planner to join their Meeting and Events team on an initial 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional with a background in pharmaceutical or healthcare event management to contribute to the compliant delivery of key Medical Affairs programmes, including Advisory Boards, departmental meetings and other high-profile healthcare professional (HCP) events. Skills, Qualifications and Experience: * Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 4+ years’ experience in corporate event...

Legal Secretary My client is a commercial property law firm based in Bishops Stortford and they now require a stand alone Legal Secretary on a full-time office basis with the potential for hybrid working in the future. The Solicitor who you will be supporting works across multiple sites and so the jobholder will need to work independently and will be self motivated to achieve the allocated work. The job requirements are as follows * Basic drafting and preparation of correspondence and legal documents under the supervision of the relevant fee earner. It would be helpful if the candidate could prepare and amend spreadsheets where necessary. * Audio typing from digital dictation as well as copy-typing amendments to documents to include checking that all correspondence and documents are correct and in the in-house style prior to sending. * Liaising with HMRC and the Land Registry including but not limited to SDLT, registering documents and closures of title and responding to...