60 jobs found in Wickford

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...

We're partnering with a Bank in their search for an UK Legal VP to support their team and contribute to their financial strategy. This is a 3 months temporary role offering hybrid working and based in London. This role is paying up to £(Apply online only) per Day Umbrella for the right candidate. The Role Join the IS UKMEA Legal Team as a lead advisor supporting a high-growth business. You will manage the legal life cycle of complex financial services-from drafting custody and outsourcing agreements to navigating global regulatory shifts. Key Responsibilities Negotiate & Draft: Lead on high-value service contracts (Fund Accounting, Analytics, Middle Office) for top-tier asset managers and insurance clients. Strategy: Advise on new product launches, jurisdictional expansions, and strategic M&A/Heads of Terms. Partner: Act as a key liaison for senior stakeholders in Risk, Compliance, and Business Development. Manage: Oversee external counsel and collaborate with global...

We are currently recruiting for a Legal Services Manager for a leading Housing Association in London. You will be a voice to the business on legal matters, particularly in housing management issues and associated legal risk, building great relationships with the operational teams in the process. You’ll take ownership of cases, working collaboratively to drive them to conclusion. Mian duties will include; * Lead and mentor a team of paralegals to ensure assigned casework is managed effectively and to high quality. * Manage legal spend in accordance with budget and matrix manage operational teams in order to have ownership of legal spend. To this end, maximise cost effectiveness through an evaluation framework weighing up risk and deciding when to settle cases and when to utilise panel solicitors. * Build and maintain relationships with third party panel solicitors. Ensure cases referred are managed in accordance with contract agreements The ideal candidate will have;...

Our client has a full-time vacancy for a Legal Accounts Assistant, working Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.30 pm (37.5 hours per week). This role is offered as a 6 month fixed term contract. It is hybrid working, between 3 -5 days per week in the office as agreed by your manager. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitor client and office bank accounts for incoming payments. • Send payments upon request from legal advisors. • Prepare bills to send to external clients. • Input purchase ledger invoices on to the accounting software. • Approve and pay staff expenses. • Respond to ad hoc queries via emails from colleagues and suppliers. • Ability to draft simple correspondence unsupervised. • Attention to detail and accuracy with numerical data. • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop a good rapport with all internal and external clients. • Team player able to fit into a friendly but busy unit. • Excellent organisational ability with a friendly but professional...

Legal Secretary - Farnham (1‑Month Contract, £18 p/h) Position: Legal Secretary Location: Farnham Contract: 1‑Month Temporary Assignment Pay Rate: £18 per hour Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy team in Farnham, with a strong focus on Family Law and Litigation. This is a one‑month temporary role, ideal for someone who can step in confidently and work independently from day one. Key Responsibilities Preparing and formatting legal documents, including court bundles, statements, divorce paperwork, and litigation correspondence Accurate audio and copy typing Managing diaries, scheduling client appointments, hearings, and key deadlines Handling inbound calls and email enquiries in a professional and sensitive manner Maintaining organised digital and paper filing systems Assisting fee earners across both Family and Litigation matters Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, and external agencies General administrative...

Talentmark are recruiting for a Senior Legal Manager to join a leading biopharmaceutical company on a contract basis for 12 months. This role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week in Wrexham.  Salary: £407.35 per day PAYE or £528.25 per day via umbrella  Senior Legal Manager  Role: Provide strategic legal advice and hands-on support in connection with the construction activities in a manufacturing site. Clearly communicate legal risks, implications and options to internal stakeholders. Draft, review, manage, negotiate and manage a broad range of commercial and construction related agreements. Promote legal awareness and a strong compliance culture. Support agreements relating to internal manufacturing activities, supply of critical raw materials and consumables, design engineering, procurement and construction activities.Your Background: Hold a relevant degree or have equivalent working experience. Extensive post qualification experience in construction and technical...

Legal Adviser – Middlemoor Police HQ – EX2 7HQ 12 months 37 hours per week Hybrid I am currently representing Devon and Cornwall are offering a 12-month contract with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience. We are looking for Legal Adviser at Middlemoor Police HQ, Sidmouth Rd, Middlemoor Roundabout, Exeter EX2 7HQ Enhanced Medical Questionnaire to be completed Approx 12 months with a view to a Fixed Term Contract after 14 weeks dependent on performance 2 days per week in the office (one to be a Tues in HQ). Key Accountabilities: Working with Disturbing Evidence of Disturbing Circumstances Working with Vulnerable People Working in an Environment with potential for conflict, violence (verbal/physical) etc. Requirements: Essential qualifications, experience, knowledge, and skills required for this role. To be used for recruitment and selection purposes. LLB (Hons) degree to second...

Join our Client Devon and Cornwall Constabulary Legal Team! Are you a qualified legal professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the Police Service? We have an amazing role that could be perfect for you! Our client is seeking a Legal Advisor to join their dynamic Legal Services Department for a temporary 12-month contract based in Middlemoor, Exeter. Competitive Pay: Hourly rate of £26.41. Convenient Location: Middlemoor Exeter Full-Time Opportunity: Immerse yourself in a role that makes a difference! Your Role in a Nutshell As a Legal Advisor, you will provide comprehensive legal services to the Chief Constables, officers, staff, and the Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioners (OPCC). Your expertise will be pivotal in guiding strategic and tactical legal decisions across three key areas: Litigation, Operations, and Vulnerability. Key Responsibilities: Offer strategic legal advice on a variety of contentious matters, including civil claims, Employment Tribunals,...

Vendor Onboarding & Third Party Risk Management Consultant Contract until end of 2027 Remote with some travel to site (England, Ireland or Poland based) £(Apply online only) per day (IR35 status dependent on location of role) My client, in the Fintech industry are looking for an experienced Vendor Onboarding / Third Party Risk Management Consultant to join a fast-paced, global organisation supporting vendor onboarding and risk assessment activities. You?ll play a key role in ensuring vendors are onboarded efficiently, risk assessed appropriately, and fully compliant with internal governance and regulatory requirements. This is a long-term contract offering stability and the opportunity to work within a mature, structured vendor risk environment. Responsibilities on the role Managing end-to-end vendor onboarding, from initial request through to approval Maintaining accurate vendor records and documentation in internal systems Supporting third party risk assessments...

Job Title: Asbestos Surveyor Location: Chelmsford, Essex (NO travel into London!) Rate: £240 p/d, plus 45p mileage and other expenses IR35 Determination: Outside of scope Contract Length: Ongoing, guaranteed through all of 2026 at least Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day The Role: Are you a freelance asbestos surveyor who is looking for a long-term contract that offers genuine longevity and stability? We have an excellent ongoing opportunity available for an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to cover a portfolio of housing surveys in and around the Chelmsford and wider Essex area. A major selling point of this contract is the geographically focused nature of the work-ensuring that your travel time will be minimised and you will absolutely NOT be required to travel into London. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting asbestos surveys on residential housing properties across the Essex region. Accurately taking samples of any suspected Asbestos Containing...

Location: Hybrid/Kings Hill Salary/package: £43,250 – £46,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Contract type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract/Maternity Cover Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Join Invicta Law as a Solicitor (FTC) in our Child Protection Team and play a vital role in safeguarding the welfare of children and families across the UK. Invicta Law is part of Commercial Services Group (CSG), the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company. We are a specialist public sector legal firm delivering expert advice in areas such as child protection, asylum, community care and employment law. With years of experience acting for one of the UK’s largest local authorities, Invicta Law is trusted to handle high-profile, complex and sensitive matters with care, integrity and expertise. Why this role matters This is a key role providing legal representation and high-quality advice on child protection matters. You’ll help shape critical legal outcomes, working...

Job Title: Review Officer - Housing & Homelessness (Statutory Reviews Specialist) Location: Hybrid - 1 Day per Week in Office (UK Local Authority) Rate: £32-£34 per hour Umbrella Contract: Temporary (Initial 6 Months, Likely Extension) Start: ASAP Role Overview We are recruiting for a specialist Housing Review Officer to carry out statutory housing and homelessness reviews under Part 6 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017). This is NOT a complaints, ombudsman, or customer service role. We are looking for candidates with direct statutory housing review, homelessness decision-making, or allocations review experience, or closely related transferable housing legal backgrounds. Key Responsibilities Conduct S202 statutory reviews of housing and homelessness decisions. Review decisions under Part 6 (Allocations) and Part 7 (Homelessness Duties). Assess prevention, relief, and main housing duty decisions. Review housing...

Job Title: Review Officer (Housing & Homelessness) Location: Hybrid - 1 Day Office Based (UK Local Authority) Rate: £32-£34 per hour Umbrella Contract: Temporary (Likely Extension) Start Date: ASAP Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Review Officer to carry out statutory reviews of housing and homelessness decisions under Part 6 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996, as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. The role involves reviewing housing allocations, homelessness decisions, and appeals, ensuring legal compliance and producing defensible written outcomes. This is a hybrid role requiring 1 day per week in the office. Immediate start preferred. Key Responsibilities Conduct S202 statutory reviews of housing and homelessness decisions. Review housing allocations and banding decisions (Part 6). Assess homelessness decisions (prevention, relief, main duty - Part 7). Produce clear, legally defensible written review decisions. Liaise with housing...

Our clients a busy Law practice in the City of London are expanding and seeking to appoint a Qualified Lawyer as a consultant on there team for a Project due to start in May 2026, that they will be advising on. The Lawyer should have expertise in negotiating and drafting Energy Power Purchasing Agreements, Mining services, Offtake agreements and Engineering Procurement Contracts. You will have around 5 year's experience in the above and along with the technical knowledge, have excellent relationship skills with superb written and verbal communication. The project is for around 6 month's, however it could be extended if need be. Great salary and benefits for the right candidates. Please note - No Sponsorship is offered

To support the Head of Compliance & MLRO as part of the team to cover all aspects of the Compliance Monitoring Program, and other regulatory issues that impact the firm. Client Details International Capital Markets firm. Description · Work with the Senior Compliance office to support all onboarding and ongoing KYC/CDD requirements for new counterparties. · Undertake activities of the Compliance Monitoring Programme - not limited to transaction monitoring, personal account dealing, gifts log, · Conducting communications monitoring (voice and electronic), ensuring compliance with the Firm's policies and procedures, evaluating issues/concerns, and appropriately escalating to Compliance Management. · Support of Companies House filings · Support the Head of Compliance & MLRO to ensure all FCA Reg data returns are filed accurately and in a timely manner. · Support the Senior Compliance Officer with the preparation of management information. · Preparation of SMF and...

Fraud Analyst - Public Sector | 6‑Month Contract | Inside IR35 Location: London, Bristol or Manchester (Hybrid) Contract: 6 months Day Rate: £250 Inside IR35 We are partnering with a major UK public sector organisation and are looking for an experienced Fraud Analyst to join their team on a high profile programme of work. This role would suit a candidate with a strong background in fraud analysis or counter fraud investigation within government or regulated environments. Active SC Clearance is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Review, triage and analyse fraud alerts generated from live service data. Maintain fraud queues and workstreams, ensuring priorities are managed effectively. Identify trends, patterns and anomalies within datasets that may indicate fraudulent activity. Support investigations by providing accurate, timely analytical insights. Work efficiently in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment. Manage and prioritise your workload to meet tight deadlines....

We're hiring a Compliance Policy and Advisory Lead on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. Why Work for Us This role will ensure alignment of our Regulatory Compliance Framework to its regulatory/ risk appetite and business objectives. You'll help shape our compliance strategies and polices through business partnership, driving a risk and compliance aware culture. You will lead the advisory to the business on various compliance and regulatory matters and drive an understanding of key regulatory developments and changes. We offer; * Competitive salary * A workplace pension scheme * Hybrid working, with collaborative days in our Leatherhead/London office * 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to purchase and sell up to 5 days holiday per year (pro rata) * Private health and dental cover * Support and investment in your personal development * 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme and Mental...

A Housing Association is currently looking for an Estate Operations Co-ordinator on a temporary to permanent basis. Key responsibilities Provide exceptional on-site management services and ensure timely, responsive support for customers. Complete all Fire Risk Assessment actions promptly, adhering to internal policies. Conduct regular and ad-hoc estate inspections to monitor standards and implement necessary improvements. Manage newsletters and communications to keep residents informed. Recommend enhancements for communal areas and estate services to the Estate Operations Manager. Improve resident satisfaction within budget; identify cost-saving opportunities. Foster strong relationships with contractors, ensuring compliance with contracts and SLAs while managing risks. Oversee maintenance contracts for M&E equipment, ensuring adherence to manufacturer guidelines. Supply high-quality business and performance data to the Estate Operations Manager. Deliver services...

Commercial Asset Manager Location: London, Hybrid Contract: 6-months minimum Day Rate: £450 Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced general practice commercial surveyor to support the strategic management of a large and diverse local authority commercial portfolio. This is a high-profile role managing up to approximately 150 commercial properties, taking full responsibility for income optimisation, risk management, statutory compliance and tenant engagement across a varied estate. The Role You will manage a defined portfolio and lead on all aspects of commercial asset management, including: Rent reviews and lease renewals, including arbitration and expert determination where required Marketing and letting of vacant units, negotiation of terms and covenant assessment Management of landlord and tenant matters including licences, assignments, variations and breaches Debt management, arrears recovery and possession proceedings Oversight of repairs, maintenance and...