Total 548 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in London, London, EC2V 6DB

Your new company
Our client is a well-established law firm based in the heart of London's legal district, Temple. The firm has a long history of providing exceptional personal service to both businesses and individuals. They are known for their commitment to client satisfaction and always receive positive feedback.

Your new role
Their experienced litigation team deals with a wide range of issues, including contractual claims and disputes, property disputes, sales of goods and products disputes, boundary and neighbour disputes, nuisance and trespass claims, landlord and tenant disputes, professional negligence claims, and disputes concerning wills and intestacy. The firm strives to make the dispute resolution process as straightforward as possible, and if a dispute cannot be resolved through discussion or mediation, they are well-equipped to represent clients in court proceedings.

What you'll need to succeed

• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• A strong background in litigation.
• The ability to work on your own and in a team where needed.
• The ability to be organised.

What you need to do now


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Your new company
A boutique legal firm is seeking a legal administrator/receptionist to join their team! This role will be based at the front desk where you will be supporting the smooth daily operations along with daily administrative support.
Your new role

• Answering the phone and transferring messages as appropriate
• Meeting and greeting clients and visitors
• Booking meeting rooms and ensuring they are kept presentable
• Organising catering
• Booking couriers and ordering supplies
• Updating library inserts
• Support with events
• Typing, copying, faxing and scanning
• Setting up meetings both in person and virtual

What you'll need to succeed
Experience working in a legal firm in a reception admin role
Ability to travel to the office 5 days a week

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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Up to £550 per day (Inside IR35)

London / Remote

12 months

My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who urgently require a Lead Java Developer to join a business-critical programme.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a Lead Java Developer within the public sector.
• Active Security Clearance (SC).
• Expertise in a range of technologies including Java 11, Java EE (EJB), JSPs, Git, Maven, Welogic, Hibernate, SQL, Postgres and OS (Windows and Linux).
• Ability to provide management and resolution of tickets relating to incident, change, service request and problem processes.
• Understanding of Release Management including building deployment packages ready for release into production environment(s).
• Ability to work and take ownership of legacy services, with legacy deployment model(s).
• Writing and passing of Feature / external API tests.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice to have:

• Proven experience with Virtual Machines and / or working in virtual environments command lines.
• Commercial experience with Oracle DB.
• Database migration skills.
• Systems integration skills.
• Immediate availability.

If interested, with relevant experience, please apply with your latest CV ASAP.

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Pentagon Talent have partnered exclusively with our client, a reputable top 200 UK law firm, is seeking a Legal Aid Billing Assistant to join their dynamic London based finance team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in supporting fee earners by preparing detailed cost schedules and ensuring seamless, timely billing.

This role will be based full time in my clients London office based in Central London near a large station with incredible transport links.

Full training will be provided in this role and my client is looking for someone who is looking to gain more experience and skills to develop their career.

Key Responsibilities for the Legal Aid Billing Assistant:

• Drafting Cost Schedules: Produce accurate schedules for legal costs under tight deadlines.
• File and Billing Management: Organise files for cost drafters, manage spreadsheets, and coordinate the signing and submission of cost bills.
• Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile ledgers, ensure timely payment of all disbursements and counsel fees, and arrange payments as required.
• Collaboration & Communication: Handle queries from fee earners, cost drafters, and external contacts efficiently.
• Additional Support: Contribute to the team's success by taking on any other tasks as needed.

Ideal Skills and Qualities for the Legal Aid Billing Assistant:

• Strong Communicator: Able to present information clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Organised and Methodical: Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent and Motivated: Capable of working on your own initiative while providing high-quality, prompt support.
• Numerate & Computer Literate: Proficient with spreadsheets and comfortable working with numbers.
• Client-Focused: Committed to delivering top-notch service with accuracy and professionalism.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional ready to thrive in a structured yet supportive legal environment, be prepared to grow within a reputable firm! If this role interests, you or someone you may know looking to take a jump in their early finance career then please do let me know!

For more information, please contact Finlay Clark on 0207 419 8939 or .

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Do you have 5* customer service skills with the ability to provide a friendly and secure corporate security service?

CIS Security have an exciting opportunity available for a Corporate Security Officer who will be an ambassador to represent CIS Security and the customer whilst being presentable and demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism. You will demonstrate and deliver high quality security and customer service to both our customers and service users, providing provide a holistic customer focused security service.

Information:

Position: Security Officer
Location: London (WC2N)
Pay Rate: £15.36 per hour
Hours: Average 42 hours per week
Shifts: Days & Nights – 4 on 4 off

Job Requirements:

SIA Licence required.
Corporate Security, Concierge or Front of House experience for at least 1 year an advantage
Ex forces or police background would be an advantage.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as customer service at all times
Must have an excellent command of English Language & Good IT Skills.
Reliable, Responsible and Punctual.
A friendly, professional, courteous, and outgoing character.
To take pride in your appearance at all times, ensuring immaculate presentation
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site.
First Aid qualification & a CCTV SIA Licence are desirable.
Be confident you are able to undertake 100% of all specific duties.
Be able to provide all the documentation and vetting information requested.

Job Responsibilities:

Able to demonstrate and deliver high quality guarding and customer service to both our customers and service users.
Able to work in a team as well as on your own and have the ability to be pro-active and think on your feet use initiative.
Be calm under pressure and confident in dealing with confrontational situations.
Physically fit to complete patrols internally and externally and able to stand/walk during shift.
Confident in writing incident and shift reports
To always portray a friendly, professional, and courteous demeanour, using open and appropriate body language.
To ensure that all visitors and staff are dealt with efficiently, providing an exceptional customer service at all times ensuring that their expectations are met, if not exceeded.
Have the IT skills and the ability to understand and use varied Access Control and CCTV systems and platforms / integrated systems (Lots of sites use different Systems)
Have the ability to write emails and reply to emails in the correct manner and speak, very important in Corporate Industry.
Have the ability to exercise command and control and be an effective communicator to all peer groups and management levels.
Able to understand Corporate Escalation Process, - Escalate and Disseminate information in a timely manner to the correct personnel in the event or during an emergency or Incident on site.
The role includes you to conduct opening & closing procedures of a building, patrolling, reception duties, access control, answering incoming telephone calls, conducting emergency procedures.

Benefits:

Health care plan (HSF)
Perk Box (HSF) – discounts & offers from cinema tickets to days out
Cycle to work scheme
Tailed Site Uniform
First class training allowing you to develop your skills
A view for career development
Long service & Employee Recognition awards

CIS Security has been providing manned guarding services since 1972 and has developed into one of the most effective and reliable security companies in England. At CIS Security, we work as a team to deliver operational excellence and truly believe that the service we provide is unparalleled in the security industry.
At CIS Security Ltd, we do not just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. CIS Security Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, quality, and business needs.
Due to the volume of applications, if we have not contacted you within three weeks of initial contact then you have not been successful on this occasion.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Security Officer to become part of a team keeping a newly built, high-quality retail and residential development, located in Canary Wharf, safe and secure creating a lasting impression to all in line with customer expectations. You will need to be very much a team player as well as making sure everyone feels valued and able to thrive in line with site vision to create a truly vibrant destination and inclusive community.
Information:

Position: Security Officer
Location: London (E14)
Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour
Hours: 42 hours per week
Shifts: 4 on 4 off Days & Nights

Job Requirements:

SIA Door Supervisor Licence is required
Security experience is required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as customer service
Must have an excellent command of English Language
Reliable, Responsible and Punctual
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site
Deterring anti-social behaviour, theft and criminal activity (first responders)
To be vigilant at all times and provide a visible security contact for customers and staff
The ability to and think on your feet in fast paced situations - First responders to intruder/fire alarms
Must be flexible and have the flexibility to change shifts due to operational needs
IT Literate - Basic understanding of access control systems and IT systems/programmes i.e., Microsoft Office for emails
This position involves external patrolling throughout the shift so you must be able to stand/walk for extended periods
First Aid qualification is a bonus

Job Responsibilities:

Doors to be checked & ensure they are secure.
Record all checks in the DOB & report any issues to the Team Leader / Security Manager.
Prevent events leading to crime and report any possible breaches to the physical/technical security of the premises.
Fully conversant with the content of the Assignment Instructions & layout of the buildings & surrounding areas.
Fully understand the nature and level of service required by the customer, to aid and assist (as well as protect) in a helpful and professional manner
Prevent any threat to any tenant or other members of the public and any unauthorised persons entering restricted parts of the premises at any time. Ensuring that all personnel are able to go about their business in a safe and friendly environment
Uphold prestige of the customer by dealing professionally with people and uphold the customer/companies’ image & reputation by maintaining a first-class appearance
Switch off any unnecessary electricity, water or gas, book on & off duty at the beginning & end of your shift, make check calls to schedule and maintain the CIS logbook accurately

Benefits:

Health care plan (HSF)
Perk Box (HSF) – discounts & offers from cinema tickets to days out
Cycle to work scheme
Tailed Site Uniform
First class training allowing you to develop your skills
A view for career development
Long service & Employee Recognition awards

CIS Security has been providing manned guarding services since 1972 and has developed into one of the most effective and reliable security companies in England. At CIS Security, we work as a team to deliver operational excellence and truly believe that the service we provide is unparalleled in the security industry.
At CIS Security Ltd, we do not just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. CIS Security Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, quality, and business needs.
Due to the volume of applications, if we have not contacted you within three weeks of initial contact then you have not been successful on this occasion.

UK Parliament

Working at the UK Parliament offers a unique and rewarding career at the heart of the UK's democratic system.

With a wide range of roles available, our impartial colleagues enable the day to day running of the House of Commons, House of Lords and Joint Departments. Together, we make Parliament happen.

Staff Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 

• 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). 
• Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%. 
• Access to training and development. 
• Flexible working. 
• Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.

Introduction

PSD sets security strategy provides expert advice and delivers an operational service. It does this in partnership with the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) and by working closely with the Parliamentary Estates Teams, Serjeant at Arms and Black Rod's office, Restoration & Renewal teams, the Parliamentary Digital Service, and other key stakeholders. 

The Role

PSD are looking to appoint two Security Support Assistants within the award-winning Members' Security Support Service (MSSS).

A high level of confidentiality and sensitivity is required in respect of security matters and related discussions. The post holders will ideally have an understanding of security measures, although training will be given.

Some of the responsibilities for this role include:

• Act as a key point of liaison for Members and their staff to raise queries and concerns regarding the recommended security measures process.
• Support House security events by representing MSSS; ensuring that Members and their staff are aware of the support that our team and measures can offer.
• Monitor and log security information and specifications from the security contractor to ensure that all required paperwork is completed correctly and log financial information from specifications accurately into the MSSS register/records.
• Oversee bookings or work schedules & services (such as maintenance requirements) provided by the supplier(s) to ensure it is contractually compliant, and disputes are raised and resolved in a timely fashion ensuring our customers receive great service.
• Work with security contractors to process and authorise new orders, equipment or services; maintaining an audit trail with appropriate analysis and asset management records.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Ability to deliver excellent customer service in a challenging environment whilst handling sensitive information appropriately. Experience in gathering information to understand the facts and draw logical conclusions.
• Experience of working with diverse groups of people, upholding the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion, ensuring that everyone is, at all times, treated with dignity, courtesy and respect.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan, prioritise and monitor tasks in a systematic way. Experience of using good digital tools usage for handling records, data, and collaborative trackers or dashboards to improve processes and ensure accurate information holding. e.g. Microsoft software (Office 365 applications; Outlook; Word; Excel etc.).
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to adapt style of communication to meet the needs of the audience and able to present complex information clearly to stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Experience of working with external suppliers and/or working on high profile contracts. Ability to work successfully within both internal & external teams and stakeholders, including a challenging customer base.

Next Steps and Additional Information

Application Form - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an application providing evidence against criteria 2 - 5 in the Job Description. Please make sure your answers are no more than 300 words per criteria.

More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.

Please note that as part of the selection process, you may be asked to prepare a presentation or complete a test at the interview stage. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates if this is the case.

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

Contact Details

For more information about the role, or for an informal chat, please contact Sophie Nicolaou,

#LI-Hybrid

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Role overview

We are looking for a Law Reporter to contribute to PA’s first-class written coverage of the Royal Courts of Justice and the
Supreme Court.



About us.

PA Media Group is a diverse portfolio of specialist media companies spanning news & information, data, technology, marketing and
communications. Our flagship brand, PA Media, is the national news agency for the UK and Ireland.




The company provides customers across the media, sport, corporate, betting and public sectors with the broadest range of content,
products and services to inform and entertain their audiences.



About the role.

The successful candidate will be part of a small team in one of the most high-profile and demanding specialisms at the national
news agency. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly-respected news reporting organisation with a reputation for speed
and accuracy that is second to none.



What you will be doing.

* You will produce accurate, fast, impartial and clearly written copy in line with the PA news agency’s core standards
* You will be confident making written and verbal legal arguments while challenging reporting restrictions
* You will be responsible for digging out off-beat stories from the many hearings and written judgments handed down at the courts
* Work as part of a team with fellow general reporters and our specialist correspondents when stories cross into the higher
courts
* Plan coverage to ensure customers, whether local or national, know what cases of significance are coming up



What you’ll need.

* Extensive experience of reporting to agency/daily newspaper level
* A strong understanding of media law
* Minimum 100wpm shorthand
* To be able to work under pressure
* An NCTJ or equivalent qualification
* Experience of covering UK court cases is essential. High Court, appeal court and Supreme Court level experience is desirable.



What we can offer you.

* 5 weeks holiday in addition to 8 public holidays (pro-rated for part time employees) 
* Holiday purchase scheme  
* Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, and adoption leave 
* 4% Company Pension contributions
* Wellbeing Day 
* Life Assurance 
* Eyecare Vouchers
* Cycle 2 work scheme 
* Employee Assistance Program 
* BUPA health cash plan
* Learning and Development Opportunities



Inclusion



We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment and as well as your skills and experience we’re also focused on
who you are and what else you can bring.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work life balance and positively encourage agile working.

We are always open to discuss an individual’s flexible working needs so please speak to us during the recruitment process to
understand what this could look like for you. Typically, our standard arrangement involves working from home for one or two days
per week.

We will do everything we can to support you during your application, if you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment
process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. 



This is an exciting time to be working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic individual to join the legal services team as a legal officerat our Barnet Hospital site, to assist in the provision of a dedicated in-house legal advice service.

This is an interesting and varied role and presents an exciting opportunity for an individual who has an interest in health law and legal practice.

The key elements of the role for the successful candidate are:

1. Undertaking preliminary investigations and liaising with the court in coroners' inquests cases

2. Undertaking preliminary investigations in personal injury cases and liaising with lawyers and indemnity providers; and

3. Supporting the legal services team in the provision of a high quality, dedicated in-house legal advice service.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. 




This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

Installation Engineer required to join an existing installations team who focus on Access Controls Systems, CCTV and Intruder Detection systems.
You will have a methodical approach to installation ensuring positive outcomes every time

Skills
Computer and IP networking literate.
Security installation experience of CCTV, intruder systems, access control, fire and safety systems, emergency lighting, automated gates, barriers and other ever evolving prevention and detection technologies.

Field Service Engineer required to join an existing maintenance, fault-finding and installation team servicing the fire and security industry.
You will have electrical wiring skills ideally as a time served Electrician and a methodical approach to fault finding ideally with a demonstrated history of working in the security or fire industry.

Skills
Enterprise access and intrusion detection systems.
Security Infrastructure.
CCTV.
Intruder Alarms.
Access Control.

Responsibilities
Electronic security system maintenance, troubleshoot, test and repair.
Cabling, Technical Support, Physical Security and IP CCTV.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering across security systems.

To contribute the delivery of the highest quality clinical, education and training and research services through supporting and promoting the involvement of service users, their families and carers and the wider public in the design and delivery of our services. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly across the Trust’s service delivery sites and to attend meetings in the communities we serve.


· Have a solid understanding of patient involvement and engagement across health services and an ability to apply that knowledge to mental health services.

· Have a strong working knowledge of Carenotes, Qualtrics and / or DrDoctor or similar platforms.

· Lead on producing patient experience data and reporting in different forums.

· Project manage service user quality improvement projects across the Trust.

· Develop collaborative patient experience projects in conjunction with clinical services.

· Lead on specific projects as required by commissioners / contracting for quality targets.

· Develop, run and evaluate creative ways of obtaining feedback from service users from our Gender Identity Clinic and one additional service.

· This will also include co-designing strategy for this service in collaboration with service users, service manager and taking responsibility for CQC related changes to PPI work.

· Support the training and development of patient representatives to sit on interview panels and other improvement projects across the Trust.



Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We are particularly keen to attract candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to better meet the needs of the service users and students that we serve. The Trust aims to ensure that all job applicants, employees or clients are treated fairly and valued equally regardless of sex, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, domestic circumstances, age, race, colour, disablement, ethnic or national origin, social background or employment status, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, HIV status, gender identity, political affiliation or trade union membership. Selection for training and development and promotion will be on the basis of the individual’s ability to meet the requirements for the job. You are responsible for ensuring that the Trust’s policies, procedures and obligation in respect of promoting equality and diversity are adhered to in relation to both staff and services.


Main duties of the post

The post holder will work across Clinical Services having time allocated to various quality improvement projects in the Service. The post holder will work closely with Gender services and Children Young Adult and Family Services. The post holder will be line managed by the PPI Lead.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35)

London / Hybrid (1-2 days a week on site)

12 months

My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy, who urgently require an SC Cleared Lead Security Architect to join a business-critical programme.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a Lead Security Architect within the public sector.
• Active SC Clearance.
• Expertise in Security Solution Design.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to produce design and documents and review others.
• Strong understanding of data, cloud, container and infrastructure security.
• Familiarity of Palo Alto offerings and DevSecOps.
• Previous use of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM).

Nice to have:

• Immediate availability

If interested, with relevant experience and SC Clearance, please apply with your latest CV ASAP.

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Your new company
Our client is a boutique law firm based in London. Specialising in property disputes and resolution, they offer exceptional legal advice on complex and high value real estate matters. The firm prides itself on delivering personalised and strategic legal solutions, ensuring the best outcomes for its clients. The team includes experienced lawyers and legal professionals committed to guiding their clients through the often challenging cases of property litigation. The firm specialises in a wide range of property disputes. Some key areas include boundary disputes, lease renewals, construction disputes and landlord and tenant disputes. Finally, the firm offers great opportunities for career progression and upskilling its employees and has a great reputation in the property space.

Your new role
You will manage complex real estate disputes, and provide expert legal advice. You will oversee a variety of intricate cases, develop strategic approaches to resolve disputes and present clients in court proceedings. Some key areas you will focus on are landlord and tenant disputes, commercial lease disputes, dilapidations and adverse possession. You will also be expected to mentor and assist in training the more junior members of the team.
What you'll need to succeed

• The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years PQE.
• Experience of managing people.
• A background in property litigation.
• UK experience.

What you'll get in return

• Private health insurance.
• Good progression prospects.
• Flexible working.
• Pension scheme.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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