Legal Secretary
£23,400 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6C)
Bristol or Manchester - You'll complete your training at one of our offices, then you'll have the option to work in a hybrid way, dividing your time between working from home and the office.

We're looking for legal secretary to join our family law team at Co-op Legal Services.

In this role you'll provide key administrative support our family department, making sure everything runs smoothly and our clients are receiving the best possible service. We'll look to you primarily to book appointments with our clients, own the billing process and create bundles and briefs, alongside some typing and organisation work. You'll work exclusively on private client family matters funded privately.

You don't need legal experience for this role, so if you have the secretarial skills we're looking for we can offer you the chance to build on your secretarial skills in an ethical business with exciting plans for the future.

What you'll do:

* assist the solicitors with their cases
* prepare trial bundles and briefs for counsel
* take responsibility for the family law team post; manage any outgoing correspondence
* be responsible for billing clients and processing customer cheques as well as raising invoices for any external services used
* organise the storage of family law files accurately recording all data
* some dictation and typing work

This role would suit people who have:

* previous experience as a secretary
* strong literacy skills with excellent attention to detail
* great communication and relationship building skills
* excellent organisation and prioritisation skills within a fast-paced and varied role
* excellent customer service skills

Why Co-op?

If you've got the skills and experience we're looking for, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services). You'll also get:
* An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Coaching and training to support your career development
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it

Building an inclusive work environment

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

Service Care Solutions are working with the Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry looking for a number of Legal Assistant to support throughout. This is a unique opportunity to support a large scale and, high-profile statutory Public Inquiry investigating Scotland's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This role requires excellent attention to detail, due to the high volumes of documents which require rigorous legal analysis; strong interpersonal skills as you will be working closely with all members of the Inquiry; and flexibility and adaptability, working as part of a small project team, you will be expected to embrace and adapt to change as the project develops.

Contract to last until 31st March 2025. With a LTD day rate of £163.66 increasing to £165.34 from January.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with a team of solicitors and Counsel to engage in a project to consider and analyse voluminous and complex evidence for use by the legal and Counsel team in their investigations.
• Carrying out other tasks required by the inquiry, including providing cover for the wider team of paralegals.
• Attending and participating in regular project planning meetings to discuss the project, as required.

Essential Criteria

• Ability to carry out tasks independently with minimum oversight, remaining calm under pressure.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and in line with legal requirements and the ability to prioritise, organise, manage, store and retrieve information effectively
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and research skills and experience of using these in a legal context.

Desirable Skills

• Good knowledge of Scots Law, the role would suit those with an LLB or in their final year of a Law degree. Alternatively the role may suit those with paralegal experience.

Advert closing 21st November 2025.

If you are a Scottish qualified would like to apply for the Legal Assistant vacacny, please submit your CV to Beth Kirby via email, beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969 . we also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 if you know someone looking for work.. Please pass on this information!

Role overview and key responsibilities:
• A distinguished and experienced Legal Secretary is required for a highly regarded niche law firm. Who have experienced another successful year.
• The Legal Secretary is now required to take ownership of opportunity and diligently work alongside well-respected legal professionals. It is essential for this role that you have exceptional and advanced skills in typing to include audio, as this will be a key part of the role.
• You will be instrumental in supporting a partner’s day-to-day duties. This position is of fundamental importance to the firm, as such you will be an extremely valued member of the team.
• A strong character is required who is attentive, adaptable, versatile, and supportive in nature. You will be proactive in your approach to work and take control of matters for the benefit of the practice.
• You will have extensive experience as a Legal Secretary within a similar sized practice and skills to include excellent IT, a confident telephone manner and impeccable organisational skill.

To be successful in this role you will need the following skills and experience:
• A highly skilled typist with experience of audio typing.
• Legal documents and other important documentation proof reading.
• Involvement with clients to include managing bookings and meeting rooms.
• Diary management, corresponding by way of telephone, email, or letter in a professional and timely manner.
• Utilising the practice computer systems and software applications.
• Exercising discretion and judgement, prioritise effectively and often handle requests from multiple functional areas and external parties.
• Utilisation of precedents and an in-depth understanding of legal decision making.
• The proven ability to hit deadlines and demonstration of flexibility to achieve objectives.

There will be a two staged recruitment process to include a typing test for applicants. To explore this opportunity please send your application or a referral to:
andrew@andrewbaldwinconsultancy.co.uk

Job Ref: AM13698Branch: DoubleTree by Hilton London ChelseaLocation: DoubleTree by Hilton London Chelsea, London (South West)Salary/Benefits: Competitive SalaryContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeShift pattern: 7:00am - 15:30pm; 4pm - 11pmHours per week: 40Posted date: 20/11/2024Closing date: 31/12/2024

Would you like to work for a company that gives you:

• £250, up to £1000 cash incentives when referring a friend to come and join our team - T&C’s apply
• Long service recognition Cash bonus and free overnight hotel stays for services from 2 years and up.

Rewards your hard work by offering you the below team benefits when you join us:

• Meals provided whilst on shift
• Sales incentives and initiative rewards
• Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities – “Hotel specific”
• Free Car Parking – “Hotel specific”
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or
• Even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives,
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&C’s apply
• Annual Holidays entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday entitlements
• Pension enrolment

Does the below sound like you?

• Passionate and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and someone who makes our guests smile
• Genuinely friendly and caring
• Enjoys working as part of a team and can work on their own
• Ambitious and hard working
• Excellent standards
• Good organisational / time management skills.
• Resilient, creativity, able multitask and can work under pressure
• Good command of English language to enable communication with the kitchen team.
• Ability to work morning, afternoon/evening, and weekends
• Able to deliver exceptional customer experiences all the time
• Is the Public Area Cleaner role for you for you, do you have you the skill set and experience to take on this role? Then what’s stopping you?

Klarent Hospitality are recruiting for a Public Area Cleaner

We offer our employees excellent opportunities to grow and develop within the Klarent Hospitality Group Brand Portfolio, we pride ourselves on ensuring that our staff are rewarded and recognised for their hard work, commitments, and long service.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland. We will nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

The Role:

What will I be doing?

• As a Public Area Attendant, you are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness in all of the public areas of the hotel including, lobby areas, guest fitness centre, guest laundry, corridors and stairwells.
• You may also be required to cleaning guest rooms and replenishing amenities Clean public areas and bathrooms
• Vacuum corridors and stairways
• Change and replenish towels and guest amenities in line with company guidelines
• Undertake regular deep cleaning tasks
• Restock and maintain trolley on daily basis
• Report any missing or damaged items and own the responsibility to ensure that the items are replaced or repaired so to create an uninterrupted or impaired stay for the Guest
• Ensure that all public areas are cleaned and maintained to a high standard.
• Be environmentally aware
• Dispose of waste accordingly
• Manage guest requests in a timely and efficient manner
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
• Carry out lost property procedures
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships

Boasting a fantastic location at the acclaimed Imperial Wharf, the refurbished DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Chelsea is an ideal base located in the heart of the prestigious area of Chelsea and outside of the congestion charge zone. Take a ten-minute walk to the eclectic cafes and chic boutiques of Kings Road and Chelsea Harbour. Watch a Premiership football match at the Chelsea and Fulham Football Clubs, or watch the Wimbledon Championship match during tennis season.

Are you looking for an external affairs role, where your experience of building relationships with senior external and internal stakeholders will make a real difference? Where you will play a critical role in managing the reputation of National Highways by supporting our engagement with our most influential stakeholders?

Our external affairs team is responsible for delivering National Highways' external affairs strategy in support of our corporate priorities and business plan. We have some exciting opportunities for you to join our team as we look to further strengthen our industry stakeholder engagement.

You will work closely with senior leaders and teams across National Highways to connect us with some of our most influential audiences. You will be champion for external affairs within National Highways, working with others to drive high quality engagement across the business.

With a strong track record in external affairs, public affairs or strategic stakeholder engagement you will represent National Highways at external events and build a network of external affairs contacts.

Location: The role will be a hybrid mix of working from one of National Highways' main offices in Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Guildford or Bristol.

What you'll be leading on

• Supporting the delivery of our external engagement strategy to build support and advocacy for our work with influential industry stakeholders.
• Planning and delivering stakeholder visits to build greater visibility and understanding of our work, working with other communications disciplines including press office, as required.
• Supporting the development of briefings on key issues ahead of meetings and events.
• Representing National Highways at external events to keep stakeholders informed on key issues and listen to their views.
• Develop a network of relationships with external affairs / public affairs professionals across influential organisations, enabling partnership working and intelligence sharing.

To be successful

• A strong track record in external affairs, public affairs or strategic stakeholder engagement.
• Politically astute, with the confidence and ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior leaders and influential stakeholders.
• A commitment to delivering excellent communications and championing best practice stakeholder engagement.
• A flexible team player, with a proactive approach to delivering good outcomes.
• Comfortable working under pressure and to tight and sometimes changing deadlines, with an ability to manage complex issues.

To apply, please include a copy of your CV and a covering letter setting out how you meet the success criteria.

A bit about us

Our directorate plays a critical role in National Highways. We set the course for strategic roads, enabling the company to deliver economic and social benefits through meeting the needs of our customers and clients, as well as our regulatory obligations.

We are the focal point within National Highways responsible for providing the corporate strategic planning function for the organisation.

We deliver critical analytical support, provide strategic direction for our customer service imperative, partner with colleagues across the business to devise and deliver communications activities, and we shape, lead and drive the overall transformation of National Highways

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Legal Administrative Assistant

RCN London UK HQ/Birmingham Office, 21 months FTC

2 x 35 hours per week
1 x 24.5 per week (0.7FTE)

£25,629- £28,068 pro rata* plus London weighting if applicable


There may be further flexibility to the locations advertised. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss if alternative office locations are available.

At the Royal College of Nursing we’re an optimistic organisation. And we’ve got good reason to be. We all share the same voice when it comes to changing the shape of the health policies of the future. And as the largest trade union of nursing staff and students in the UK – with over half a million members – all we can see are the infinite possibilities for a brighter future. Join us and you will too.

We're accredited with Investors in People Silver Standard. Our people are our greatest asset, and we want people who can contribute to our purpose in line with our values.

As a Legal Administrative Assistant to the Regulatory legal team you will use your positive attitude, organisational skills and your ability to deliver top quality customer service to provide administrative support to a busy team of Legal Officers representing RCN members in relation to regulatory and employment law matters.

It's a job full of possibilities as you could get involved in anything from arranging meetings with members to liaising with barristers’ chambers and preparing documents. We'll look to you to help plan diaries and organise and keep files up to date. It's a great way to build your knowledge of our work and develop your potential.

As a Legal Administrative Assistant you will have hands on involvement in supporting our members and direct contact on a daily basis, utilising your customer service skills and passion for our services.

To join us you’ll need good organisation skills and, ideally, a background in a relevant area such as working in an administrative role, preferably within a legal team.

Whatever your background, you'll be efficient, accurate and show a real customer focus in all you do.

To succeed at the Royal College of Nursing all you need to do is think bigger, better and brighter. And with an attitude like that, anything’s possible.

What we offer you

We expect you to look after our members and we expect you to be rewarded for it. We offer an impressive range of benefits, a broad range of learning development opportunities and an award-winning health and wellbeing programme. We offer annual leave up to 32 days plus bank holidays and three additional days for the Christmas break plus generous maternity, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave packages.

*We offer a competitive pay structure with annual pay progression until you reach the top of the salary scale. We normally offer new employees the first point of the salary range, although you may be able to negotiate a higher starting salary depending on your skills, experience and current salary.

We are a diverse organisation and understand everyone has different needs and many of our employees enjoy flexible working enabling them to deliver results whilst having a good work life balance. Our hybrid working model allows for up to 60% of your working time to be carried out from home. At least 40% of your working time will be spent working in person.

Our selection process

Please click the ‘apply now’ button to submit a CV and answer the supporting questions online demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this role. You may not be shortlisted if you don’t. Please ensure your CV is in a simple format with minimal tables and sections. Any identifying information in your application will automatically be anonymised for shortlisting purposes.

We want your experience applying for a job with us to be the best it can be. We may hold our interviews and assessments in person or by video call. If you foresee any problems, please let us know.

Equal opportunities for everyone

Equity, diversity and inclusion are a priority for us and we aim to foster an inclusive environment so our people can bring their authentic selves to work. This is integral to our mission to enable you to support our members and ensure their voice is heard by all UK governments to get the best outcomes for them and their patients.

As a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities.

Contact details

For more information or for an informal discussion about the role please contact Helen Duffield at helen.duffield@rcn.org.uk

For more information about the recruitment and selection process please contact recruit@rcn.org.uk

Opening date: 13 November 2024

Closing date: 27 November 2024

If we receive many applications after a week of advertising, this vacancy may close earlier.

Assessment & interview date: 11 December 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Role overview and key responsibilities:
• A distinguished and experienced Legal Secretary is required for a highly regarded niche law firm. Who have experienced another successful year.
• The Legal Secretary is now required to take ownership of opportunity and diligently work alongside well-respected legal professionals. It is essential for this role that you have exceptional and advanced skills in typing to include audio, as this will be a key part of the role.
• You will be instrumental in supporting a partner’s day-to-day duties. This position is of fundamental importance to the firm, as such you will be an extremely valued member of the team.
• A strong character is required who is attentive, adaptable, versatile, and supportive in nature. You will be proactive in your approach to work and take control of matters for the benefit of the practice.
• You will have extensive experience as a Legal Secretary within a similar sized practice and skills to include excellent IT, a confident telephone manner and impeccable organisational skill.

To be successful in this role you will need the following skills and experience:
• A highly skilled typist with experience of audio typing.
• Legal documents and other important documentation proof reading.
• Involvement with clients to include managing bookings and meeting rooms.
• Diary management, corresponding by way of telephone, email, or letter in a professional and timely manner.
• Utilising the practice computer systems and software applications.
• Exercising discretion and judgement, prioritise effectively and often handle requests from multiple functional areas and external parties.
• Utilisation of precedents and an in-depth understanding of legal decision making.
• The proven ability to hit deadlines and demonstration of flexibility to achieve objectives.

There will be a two staged recruitment process to include a typing test for applicants. To explore this opportunity please send your application or a referral to:
andrew@andrewbaldwinconsultancy.co.uk

Legal Case Manager
From £25,000 plus incentive scheme up to £2,500 after probation, with excellent benefits and progression opportunities (Work Level 6B)
Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours or part time 22.5 hours available
Manchester, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Bristol, Sheffield - You'll complete your 3-6-month training at one of our offices, then you'll have the option to work in a hybrid way.

We're looking for case managers to join our Co-op Legal Services probate team. You don't need legal experience for this role, as we'll provide full training to get you up to speed.

In this role, you'll provide legal and administrative support to our customers following a bereavement. We'll look to you to manage each case from beginning to end, discussing the estate of the deceased, and keeping in continuous contact with the customer. You'll make a real difference to customers lives at a time when they need us most, and as a growing business we're passionate about developing our colleagues through our internal career progression framework. If you're looking to explore the route of qualifying through the SQE, this role counts as qualified work experience. So, whether you have a legal background or not, we can offer you the exciting opportunity to build a rewarding legal career with us.

What you'll do

* take ownership of your own caseload and deliver on targets that drive the best outcomes for our customers
* be supported by the latest technologies, including AI, to assist you in the management of files
* work closely with customers (via phone or in writing), taking an empathetic approach given their recent circumstances
* use a case management system to manage your work, making sure it's always accurate and up to date
* engage with third parties, in particular financial institutions, and government bodies
* prepare the forms and documents required to keep cases moving forward and keep track of financial transactions

This role would suit people who have

* a background in either law, recruitment, insurance, finance, or experience with managing cases/claims end-to-end
* IT proficiency with the ability to learn new systems quickly
* excellent customer service skills with the ability to put the customer's interests at the heart of what you do
* great organisational skills; you're able to manage your own workload and prioritise in a fast-paced environment
* great verbal and written communication skills with the confidence to speak to clients on the phone
* a keen eye for detail and accuracy
* emotional resilience and the ability to be professional even in difficult situations

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. We're a commercial organisation with a purpose beyond profit, you'll have an opportunity to help us build a stronger Co-op and stronger communities. You'll also get a package that includes:
* a pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* incentive scheme up to 10% after probation
* 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 in line with service)
* wellbeing benefits to support your physical financial and mental health
* coaching, training and support such as study leave, to help you develop your skills and progress your career
* discounts on Co-op products and services

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

As part of the application process, you'll be asked to complete an online assessment, it will take you around 30-40 minutes to complete this. If you're a current Co-op colleague this doesn't need to be completed.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Legal Administrator - Estate Planning
£23,400 plus excellent benefits including annual bonus, 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and discounts (Work Level 6C)
Full time, 37.5 hours, Monday-Friday
Bristol, BS32 4SD - office based

We're looking for enthusiastic legal assistants to join our estate planning administration teams at Co-op Legal Services.

As a legal administrator, you'll support case handlers and the wider team with a variety of administrative tasks, and most importantly looking after our clients. You don't need any legal experience to be successful in this role however you'll gain great exposure to a variety of legal work. So, if you have the skills we're looking for, we can offer you the opportunity to grow and develop in an ethical legal business.

What you'll do:

* support the case handlers with a variety of client and third-party communications and administrative work
* taking a number of inbound calls building positive relationships and dealing with any issues which may arise
* work effectively from a task list, making sure that the task list is well maintained, scheduling follow-up tasks with both third parties and internal partners
* complete a variety of ad-hoc requests to meet the needs of the team which may include talking with customers and or third parties on the telephone
* answer email queries via a shared inbox
* support the development and implementation of any system or process changes

This role would suit people who have

* some previous administration experience
* great communication skills with the confidence to speak to clients on the phone
* excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
* a high level of attention to detail

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. We're a commercial organisation with a purpose beyond profit, you'll have an opportunity to help us build a stronger Co-op and stronger communities. You'll also get a package that includes:
* competitive salary
* coaching, training and support to help you develop
* pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* annual incentive scheme
* 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 in line with service)
* discounts on Co-op products and services
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your salary as you earn it
* free support for your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

ABOUT US

Transforming lives through excellent education

London Met is an extraordinary institution. Equity and social inclusion have always been our driving principles, and it's what makes the University so unique. Our organisation is distinctive, both in its eclectic and diverse community of students and staff, and also for its historical role in serving some of London’s most deprived boroughs. Everything we do is underpinned by our philosophy that an individual should have the opportunity to transform their life through the power of education.

Equipping our students with the tools for their future is at the heart of our academic offering. We pride ourselves on providing our students with access to a wealth of opportunities and professions. Our graduates benefit personally, but also contribute their unique perspectives to society, culture, public service and the economy in all areas of London, the UK and around the world.

ABOUT THE POST

Reporting to the Security Coordinator you will be involved in the provision of security services at our busy campuses at Holloway & Aldgate, working within a team of 10 Security Officers and 4 Security Shift Supervisors. Key duties of the role also include the monitoring of Health & Safety, Fire Safety and Emergency procedures, and the provision of first aid support to building users. The role can be physically demanding as you will be required to carry out regular patrols and health & safety compliance checks.

The security team covers all building opening times, which currently range between 06:00 to 00:30 Monday – Friday and between 07:00 – 19:30 on Saturdays and Sundays. All members of the team will be rostered to cover our building opening hours, including any subsequent changes to these hours.

You should have experience in a customer service and support role, together with a good working knowledge of operating security, CCTV, fire, intruder and access control systems. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to respond effectively in crisis situations.

You will be a qualified First Aider or be willing to train as such. You should hold an appropriate SIA license or be willing to train as such.

We would particularly welcome applications from suitably experienced females as they are currently underrepresented in this role.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please click on the Apply button.

The University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Further information is available at https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/equality-and-diversity/

If you have a query, or experience any difficulties with the application process, please contact us by email at: recruitment@londonmet.ac.uk quoting the job reference number.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join a Private Client department at a well-established law firm. This role can be full-time or part-time offering excellent benefits and salary range of £22,000 - £24,000.

As a Legal Secretary, you will provide essential administrative support to fee earners in the Private Client Department, assisting with matters such as wills, probate, trusts, and other private client services.

You will be responsible for:

- Offer comprehensive secretarial assistance, including managing diaries, preparing documents, and liaising with clients.

- Typing dictated notes and preparing correspondence, legal documents, and forms.

- Support the administration of wills, probate, and trusts, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.

- Oversee client correspondence, filing, and record-keeping.

- Efficiently manage telephone and email inquiries, ensuring accuracy and timely responses.

What we are looking for:

- Previously workedas a Private Client Secretary, Legal Secretary,Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.

- Possess 1-2 years of experience in the Private Client department.

- At least 1 year of dictation typing experience.

- Excellent typing, organisational, communication and time-management skills.

- Experience with Tikit or similar case management systems and dictation tools would be preferred.

What's on offer:

- Competitive salary

- Additional leave

- Company pension

- Life insurance

- Cycle to work scheme

- Employee discount

- Referral programme

- Sick pay

- Transport links

- Enhanced maternity / paternity leave

Apply now for this exceptional Legal Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

* Provide a professional, efficient, and approachable security service, with associated reception duties, maintaining a high level of customer service to staff and visitors at all times.

* Carry out patrols to ensure a safe and secure environment, recording maintenance issues, potential breaches of security or unusual occurrences in the site Daily occurrence book (found on SmartTask) and reporting any finding to the Security Control Room (SCR) accordingly.

* To provide staff, visitors & contractors to the site with helpful advice, guidance and information and if not able to do so, direct to someone who can assist appropriately.

* Ensure that those who should not be granted access to the facility are professionally and
politely prevented from gaining access or escorted from the site/building.

* Provide support in an emergency or evacuation situation, in a calm and professional manner. Actively provide up to date information to any emergency services when requested to do so.

* If required as part of the team undertake regular testing of fire alarms and other security equipment, completing the appropriate logs, and notifying the Supervisor, Manager or client representative of any issues of malfunctioning equipment.

* Ensure and regularly check that the site fire exits are maintained and free of obstructions, reporting any defects or maintenance issues as appropriate.

* Monitor and respond immediately to alarm system activation's to check designated areas of concern. Effectively communicate with the SCR/Line Manager to advise of incident situations or actions required of them.

* Ensure CCTV systems are professionally, effectively and sensitively monitored in compliance with the GDPR legislation and Client operating standards.

* Conduct individual bag or property searches, if directed to do so by the Client representative and in accordance with the instructions contained in the Method Statement.

* Ensure the effective control and maintenance of keys, passwords etc.

* Conduct routine security administration including the issue of visitor / contractor passes, permits as required.

* Ensure that any lost property left within the premises is securely stored, recorded and retrieved for the owner where appropriate and is reported to the Security Control Room.

* Maintain all security related equipment and working areas to a high standard of cleanliness and safety and ensure all defects are reported.

* Complete relevant records and logbooks, in a professional manner providing sufficient detail.

* During incidents of inappropriate behaviour or requests for assistance from the staff. Assist in the removal or escort of members of the public from the site where their behaviour is disruptive or presents a risk to others.

* Respond to requests to move on vagrants from client property or perimeter and ensure staff are not harassed by providing a visible security presence.

* Support and comply with the Fire, Health and Safety, and Security policies and procedures.

* Working with the Buildings Management teams (if required) to carry out the evacuation of people from lifts, to minimise panic and ensure the safety of all concerned.

* Assist in the induction and training of new members of the team.

* Deal with any suspicious packages, maintaining own and others safety and dealing with these in accordance with client procedures.

* Actively maintain the confidentiality of information to which Security Officers will be privy, be this around individuals or security sensitive information in relation to the Building/Site and using appropriate language.

* Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Supervisor, Contracts Manager and the client representative.

This job Description endeavours to cover all the basic responsibilities and accountability's of the post. It cannot, however, be deemed to be exhaustive. Security is a dynamic industry and changes are likely to occur at random times. It is never the company's intention that such changes should be unreasonable and proper consultation will take place at the earliest practical times.

Housekeeping Team Member/ Public Area

Holiday Inn London - Regent's Park

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The Opportunity

As a Housekeeping Team Member, you will play an essential role in ensuring that our hotel is clean, comfortable, and inviting for our guests. You will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining all guest areas, including guest rooms, public areas, linen rooms, and cupboards, and always ensuring that service levels are exceptional.

Your role will involve servicing hotel bedrooms and public areas to company standards and within allocated time frames. You will be familiar with agreed cleaning standards and presentation of all room categories and report any damages or breakages promptly to ensure repairs are carried out.

You will also be responsible for returning all equipment to their allotted storerooms at the end of each working day and keeping the storerooms and working areas clean and tidy

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the lgh hotel portfolio.
• Access to the ihg employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (t&cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience in a similar role and understands the importance of attention to detail in housekeeping
• Is passionate about providing exceptional customer service and takes pride in delivering clean and well-maintained guest rooms and public areas
• Is a team player who is reliable, punctual and able to work collaboratively with others
• Possesses excellent time management skills and is able to prioritize tasks effectively to ensure all areas are cleaned to a high standard within the allocated time frame
• Is physically fit and able to carry out the physical demands of the job, including lifting and moving heavy objects, standing for extended periods of time, and working in a fast-paced environment
• Has good communication skills and is able to work effectively with other departments to ensure the smooth running of the hotel
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Is familiar with health and safety regulations and has a good understanding of the proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Has a good eye for detail and is able to spot areas that require extra attention, such as stains or damaged items.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn London - Regent's Park Hotel provides convenient access to central London's major attractions, with Great Portland Street and Regent's Park Tube stations located just a few minutes away. The hotel is also located near the A501 and is a 45-minute drive from Heathrow Airport.

Guests can easily explore the leafy grounds of Regent's Park or indulge in shopping on bustling Oxford Street, both within walking distance of the hotel. Popular family-friendly attractions, such as Madame Tussauds, the Sherlock Holmes Museum, and London Zoo, are also located nearby.

Cultural enthusiasts can visit the British Museum, which is less than a mile away, to discover ancient treasures and learn about cultures from around the world. Additionally, guests can explore a variety of exhibitions at the British Library.

For theater lovers, the West End is just a 15-minute walk away, along with the vibrant bars and restaurants of Soho.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

Your new company
A new role has arisen for a Commercial Legal Counsel / Contracts Manager to join this rapidly growing Technology company's in-house legal function in Bristol. This strategic opportunity will be a wide-ranging role supporting the Commercial Director and will lead on complex commercial matters providing quality and timely legal support and advice.

Your new role
You will play a key role in reviewing and drafting the contracts that meet the needs of our clients market leading software business and balancing these contracts against the expectations of their blue chip and household name clients.

You will play a critical role in making sure that their business deals are correctly captured and successfully implemented through robust contract management and ensuring associated risks are identified and mitigated. As a contracts expert, you will also use your expertise to safeguard their reputation as well as give legal advice to management on relevant issues, legal and contractual conformity and minimised exposure to risk.

Working alongside key stakeholders and subject matter experts in all office locations, you'll able to listen and understand the wider business context and requirements, whilst keeping in play the detail and importance of contractual terms. You'll be confident enough to challenge proposals and approaches to get the best possible outcomes when working with internal stakeholders and representing the business to current and prospective clients/suppliers. This is a new role and will support the Group Commercial Director with designing the commercial strategy and setting direction for the commercial function and building and maintaining effective interactions with the other teams.
What you'll need to succeed

Our client is looking for a UK qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with at least 2+ years PQE, ideally with experience in-house, or gained at a high quality national or regional law firm with exposure to advising clients in the technology sector. You will have a strong foundation in reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, ideally with knowledge of supply agreements, early works agreements, proof of concept projects, NDA's, teaming/co-operation agreements etc. Experience of data protection, application service and software licensing agreements would be beneficial, as would knowledge of intellectual property law.

You will be confident handling everything from initial bids and tendering, through to contract negotiations and eventual complete contract lifecycle management including flow down to sub-contracts. You will be comfortable influencing/delivering strategically important projects with the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders and will have excellent drafting, communication, stakeholder management, organisation, influencing and persuading skills.
Our client is also happy to hear from commercial contracts managers with experience in supply chain procurement.

What you'll get in return
This is a rare role within the Bristol market to join this innovative technology business offering hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Working closely with the Commercial Director, you will be at the decision making heart of this business and able to mark your mark in shaping its legal function for the future.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in applying for this position, 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 role, please contact Harriet Chapman in complete confidence at Hays.We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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Service Care Solutions is working alongside an internationally regarded Legal 500 firm, based in Bristol, which needs an experienced Legal Director to join their Private Wealth team. In this role, you will handle succession and tax legal matters for the company's high-net-worth clients.

The firm is open to individuals with 4+ years of PQE in Private Wealth law. They can pay a salary of £90,000 to £120,000 depending upon experience.

The responsibilities of the Succession and Tax Legal Director role:

• Advise HNW clients on complex succession planning, inheritance tax, and estate administration.
• Develop and implement bespoke strategies to optimise tax efficiency.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic legal solutions.
• Delegate caseloads to junior members of the Private Wealth team.

Requirements:

• A qualified solicitor with significant PQE in Private Wealth law.
• Proven ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to HNW individuals and companies.
• Ideally have your own following to bring to the firm.
• Beneficial to have a niche within succession and tax law.

Benefits included with the Succession and Tax Legal Director position:

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A comprehensive hybrid working policy.
• A chance to work with a diverse range of clients and high-profile cases.

If this Succession and Tax Legal Director vacancy sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk, or via telephone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.