24 jobs found in Uckfield

Join Our Client's Team as a Commercial Contracts Manager! Are you ready to make a real impact in the Healthcare & Diagnostics sector? Our client is seeking two enthusiastic and skilled Commercial Contracts Managers to join their dynamic team on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and are looking to contribute to transformative healthcare solutions. What You'll Do: As a vital member of the Commercial Contracts team, you'll play an essential role in: Providing expert commercial contract advice to internal stakeholders. Negotiating contracts with external parties to ensure alignment with business goals. Reviewing and managing multiple large tender opportunities while assessing risks. Coordinating and drafting comprehensive tender submissions that effectively communicate the business's position. Advising on contractual rights and obligations, and managing variations to contracts. Navigating...

Private Sector Housing Officer Sussex Local Authority £50-£55 per hour Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid Working Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government? A Sussex-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy and supportive Housing Enforcement team on an initial 6-month contract. The Role: As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on enforcement, housing standards, and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities will include: Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations Managing private rented sector complaints and housing disrepair cases Serving statutory notices under the Housing Act 2004 Investigating rogue landlords and non-compliant HMOs Undertaking HMO licensing inspections and enforcement activity Preparing prosecution and civil penalty case files Liaising...

Personal Injury Solicitor (Locum) – 12 Month Contract Dorking, Surrey £50,000–£80,000 + potential contract extension My client, a well-established personal injury firm based in Dorking, is looking to appoint an experienced and driven Personal Injury Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This role would suit someone with strong litigation experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage a busy caseload efficiently. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of Personal Injury claims including Road Traffic Accidents, Employers Liability, Occupiers Liability, Public Liability, and related matters Handling fast-track and multi-track claims from pre-action stage through to trial and disposal Developing and implementing robust litigation strategies while ensuring compliance within team processes Using effective analysis, planning, scheduling, prioritisation, monitoring, and review processes to manage workloads Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case files at...

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...

Neighbourhood Officer (Housing Officer) Contract – 6 months (likely extension) We are currently partnering with a local authority to recruit an experienced Neighbourhood Officer to support the delivery of a high-quality housing management service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a housing professional with strong tenancy management experience to take ownership of a defined patch and make a real impact within the community. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a designated patch of properties, acting as the main point of contact for tenants * Deliver a proactive tenancy management service, including tenancy sustainment and enforcement * Investigate and manage anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases from initial report through to resolution * Carry out estate inspections and identify breaches of tenancy or environmental issues * Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to support vulnerable residents * Prepare cases for legal action where required,...

Interim Compliance Data Officer 📍 Hybrid Working, 2 days on site 📅 6-Month Interim Contract We are currently recruiting for an Interim Compliance Data Officer to join a busy housing/property compliance team on a 6-month contract basis. This role is ideal for someone with a strong compliance background who is equally confident managing large volumes of data, reporting, and system reconciliation. The Role This position will be split approximately: 80% Compliance Data & Systems Administration 20% Meeting Coordination & Compliance SupportYou will play a key role in ensuring compliance data across the "Big 6" areas remains accurate, consistent, and audit-ready across multiple systems and reporting platforms. Key Responsibilities Manage and reconcile compliance data across Fire, Water Hygiene, Legionella, and Asbestos programmes Review system outputs and ensure consistency across compliance platforms and records Maintain and update Excel trackers, reports, and PowerPoint...

Property Information Officer Location: Hybrid Working – West London Rate: £375 per day Umbrella Contract: 3 Months Ongoing Hours: Full Time We are currently recruiting for an experienced Property Information Officer to join a busy Property and Estates team within a Local Authority on a hybrid working basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong experience managing property records, asset information systems, and property data within either a local authority or private sector environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as the Council’s Property Information Officer Maintain and develop property data and asset register systems Ensure accurate capture, storage, and management of property information and records Process and respond to internal and external property information requests Monitor compliance with data retention schedules and legal requirements Liaise with ICT teams to ensure property systems remain fit for purpose Produce reports from property...

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...

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...

Risk Lawyer (6‑Month FTC – September Start) £80k (pro-rata) International Law Firm | London (EC2N) | hybrid working We are instructed by an international law firm to recruit an experienced Risk Lawyer to join its established Risk & Compliance function on a 6‑month fixed-term contract, commencing September 2026. This is a legal role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across the firm’s global operations, including risk leadership, compliance professionals and the firm’s General Counsel function. The Role The successful candidate will provide hands-on legal and regulatory support across a broad range of professional risk and compliance matters. The role will suit a pragmatic, confident lawyer who is comfortable advising on ethics, regulatory obligations and best practice within an international law firm environment. Key Responsibilities * Advising on professional standards, ethics, confidentiality and regulatory obligations * Supporting...

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,...

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...

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...