Total 21 Others level Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in Northampton, Northamptonshire

Would you like to join a local authority to start your legal career? A place where you can progress and be supported in helping your career flourish? If so, join the Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Councils in England.

Following the creation of West Northants Council in 2021, the Council is redefining how it delivers legal services. We have created a legal team split into three themes:

Place - encompassing Property, Planning, Highways and Regeneration.

Corporate - encompassing Litigation, Contracts, Governance, Housing and Employment.

People - encompassing Adults, Education, Mental Health and Public Health.

The Corporate area are seeking a new Legal Assistant to provide support and assistance on a wide variety of legal cases, mainly concerning contracts and governance work. Whether you have legal experience or are just starting your career, we can offer you the opportunity to develop your skills and legal experience. We deliver legal services across a broad range of council services giving you exposure to a wide variety of legal work.

View our colleagues, Waleed and Philippa​ talk about their experience working with our team.

Our benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme via Tusker.
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

What will you be doing?

Your duties will include:

• Supporting the senior lawyers in the team with contracts and procurement related matters
• Undertaking legal research
• Preparing client advice under supervision
• Assisting with representing the legal team at internal and external events
• Administrative tasks, including preparing contracts for sealing, scanning, photocopying, meeting administration, room booking, notetaking/minute production
• Preparing briefs to counsel or other external legal providers as may be required

Join us at our Eventbrite events to hear from guest speakers, including team members who have progressed through internal promotions and mentoring partnerships, as well as some of our dedicated mentoring partners.

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About you

West Northants is a great place to work. With a focus on career development, wellbeing, flexibility and support, this is an opportunity for you to take the next step on your career journey in a supported environment. We have multiple training and development opportunities available to assist and develop you, to ensure your success in this role and your ongoing progression and success within the Council. We offer flexible working and as local government experience is not essential, we encourage those new to legal work, looking to change sector or return to work after a career break to apply.

For more information please visit our designated legal recruitment pages at https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams or contact Nicki Agalamanyi, Head of Legal (Corporate) on 07901 931853 for a confidential discussion.

About us

At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.

Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner

The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us.

If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email careers@westnorthants.gov.uk for support.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Weighbridge Operator
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire NN17
Rate: £12.98 per hour
Shift Pattern: Week 1 (Monday to Saturday: 0600-1400), Week 2 (Monday to Friday: 1400–2200), Week 3 (Monday to Friday: 2200-0600)


Would you like to undertake a hands-on rewarding role in Corby? Full training will be provided.


We are looking for a professional and committed individual to join us as a Weighbridge Operator based in Corby to operate weighing plants and issue measurement tickets. The successful candidate will work a various shift pattern, 0600-1400, 1400-2200 and 2200-0600 guaranteed 42 hours per week.


Duties to include:

Identify the different types of material to apply the correct load tolerances.
Follow rules and regulations regarding vehicle weight limits.
Remove bundles from loads where necessary whilst observing for any errors/omissions.
Ensure drivers who arrive on site have the correct PPE.
Issue correct loads by reviewing reference numbers.
Ensure any scrap metal is recorded accurately and applied to the correct debt/location.



Momentum Recruitment

Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region.

Momentum Security Recruitment covers the following markets.

Corporate Security
Security Guarding (Management & Operations)
Security Guarding (SIA licensed Security Officer & site personnel staff)
Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud
Security Sales & Business Development
Facilities Management
Electronic Security
Risk Management

Weighbridge Operator
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire NN17
Rate: £12.98 per hour
Shift Pattern: Week 1 (Monday to Saturday: 0600-1400), Week 2 (Monday to Friday: 1400–2200), Week 3 (Monday to Friday: 2200-0600)


Would you like to undertake a hands-on rewarding role in Corby? Full training will be provided.


We are looking for a professional and committed individual to join us as a Weighbridge Operator based in Corby to operate weighing plants and issue measurement tickets. The successful candidate will work a various shift pattern, 0600-1400, 1400-2200 and 2200-0600 guaranteed 42 hours per week.


Duties to include:

Identify the different types of material to apply the correct load tolerances.
Follow rules and regulations regarding vehicle weight limits.
Remove bundles from loads where necessary whilst observing for any errors/omissions.
Ensure drivers who arrive on site have the correct PPE.
Issue correct loads by reviewing reference numbers.
Ensure any scrap metal is recorded accurately and applied to the correct debt/location.



Momentum Recruitment

Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region.

Momentum Security Recruitment covers the following markets.

Corporate Security
Security Guarding (Management & Operations)
Security Guarding (SIA licensed Security Officer & site personnel staff)
Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud
Security Sales & Business Development
Facilities Management
Electronic Security
Risk Management

Weighbridge Operator
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire NN17
Rate: £12.98 per hour
Shift Pattern: Week 1 (Monday to Saturday: 0600-1400), Week 2 (Monday to Friday: 1400–2200), Week 3 (Monday to Friday: 2200-0600)


Would you like to undertake a hands-on rewarding role in Corby? Full training will be provided.


We are looking for a professional and committed individual to join us as a Weighbridge Operator based in Corby to operate weighing plants and issue measurement tickets. The successful candidate will work a various shift pattern, 0600-1400, 1400-2200 and 2200-0600 guaranteed 42 hours per week.


Duties to include:

Identify the different types of material to apply the correct load tolerances.
Follow rules and regulations regarding vehicle weight limits.
Remove bundles from loads where necessary whilst observing for any errors/omissions.
Ensure drivers who arrive on site have the correct PPE.
Issue correct loads by reviewing reference numbers.
Ensure any scrap metal is recorded accurately and applied to the correct debt/location.



Momentum Recruitment

Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region.

Momentum Security Recruitment covers the following markets.

Corporate Security
Security Guarding (Management & Operations)
Security Guarding (SIA licensed Security Officer & site personnel staff)
Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud
Security Sales & Business Development
Facilities Management
Electronic Security
Risk Management

Not all superheroes wear capes…

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic Cyber Security Officer to join the Cyber Security and Risk team, working within the Digital, Technology. And Innovation (DTI) department.

We’re looking for a step change in technologies, skills and processes as we move from our legacy set-up to an agile, modern hybrid environment. You’ll get to help redesign the processes and technical approach to deliver this, supported by some experienced colleagues who’ll help you learn and develop with the team.

Our benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme
• Professional subscriptions / registration - if your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

What will you be doing?

In this role, using your proven understanding and knowledge of technology and Cyber Security, you will be play an active role in developing and driving forward all aspects of the council's Cyber Security and Risk comprising vulnerability management, incident response, governance and assurance, risk management, and providing essential and reliable services for c4,500 staff between WNC and our partners, as well as of course for the residents of West Northamptonshire.

More importantly, you will be a significant influence in the transformation and modernisation of the council’s approach to Cyber Security and Risk as it moves IT services and hosting into the cloud amongst an ever-changing landscape of compliance and security requirements to enable the delivery of services while maintaining the security of the council’s data.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic and pragmatic individual with demonstratable experience in technology and/or Cyber Security and Risk. You will have a proven track record of developing and maintaining both in-house and 3rd party provided services and technology, as well as the development of standards and processes.

You’re the sort of person who has a passion for driving security in to all aspects of what we do! Your ability to manage stakeholders and deliver operational projects efficiently will be a key part of your success. If you are looking for your next challenge and ready to level up, we want to hear from you. If you are eager to make a lasting impact and lead WNC into the future, we want to hear from you!

About us

We're a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history. As a new authority, we're embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.

Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.

Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU

At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.

Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk

What's involved with this role:

Interim Enforcement Officer - Housing

Job Ref: N. Northamptonshire RQ1377411

Pay Rate: £18.66 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 36 Monday - Friday, normal working hours

Role Length: This opening assignment is for 2-3 months

City: Wembley, London

Candidate must be willing to work across North Northamptonshire (various locations).

The purpose of the role is to investigate alleged breaches of planning control in accordance with the adopted policies and procedures of the Council.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning, organising and carrying out the investigation of alleged breaches of planning control by way of paper, computer and on site investigations and monitoring in accordance with the Councils adopted policies and procedures.
Preparing written reports to Committee or the Head of Planning Services / Planning Development Manager as appropriate with recommendations on cases and performance. Providing procedural guidance as necessary. Attendance at Committee when required.
Resolving as many cases as possible through negotiation. Implementing decisions to take enforcement action or to prosecute under the Planning Acts by preparing and serving the appropriate Notices in association with the Council’s legal section.
To advise both complainants and persons being complained about as to the progress of investigations and actions to be taken, in accordance with adopted performance targets.
Monitoring of premises where the breach occurring is outside normal office hours e.g. restaurants and takeaways.
Carrying out pro active monitoring to ensure that conditions attached to planning permissions have been complied with and taking action as appropriate.
Dealing with appeals against enforcement notices, including appearance at hearings and public inquiries when required. Appearing in Court in support of the prosecution of cases.
Maintaining accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date records (primarily of cases and complaints), in electronic or paper form, of all of the activities of the enforcement team, including time, travel and financial information. Maintenance of the Enforcement Register.
Giving advice to Members, complainants, the public and other staff in the department on particular or general enforcement issues. Liaison with other departments and other organisations in pursuance of the aims and objectives of the local planning authority with respect to planning enforcement.
Preparing publicity material on enforcement procedures and performance, and on cases, which end up in Court in association with the Council’s Communications Manager.
Regularly review policies and procedures in conjunction with the Planning Development Manager.



Qualifications:

GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent skill level in English and Maths.



Skills & Experience:

Minimum of 12 months recent experience in a similar role, or context and ideally within a public sector organisation.
Recent experience of dealing first hand with members of the public/customers, handling complaints and solving problems.
Experience of working in a planning department or public service field particularly a local authority.
Experience of collating evidence to prepare cases.
Experience of keeping written, electronic and photographic records.
Experience in an investigative role.
Experience of writing letters, drafting reports.
Good organisational skills plus the ability to be flexible, meet tight deadlines and experience of managing a personal caseload.
Strong IT skills including Microsoft packages or equivalent (e.g. G Suite).



Full UK driving licence required for this role.

Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.


Unless the DBS requirement stated above is for a Basic Disclosure, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

Clients are generally looking for candidates who are local to, or who can commute easily to the place of work. It will help your application if your CV states, in broad terms, where you reside – there is no need for a full address.

Please feel free to apply to us direct via jobs@tclrec.com by quoting the job reference and exact job title.

To help speed up the process of uploading your CV to the client we would ask that you send us your CV in Word format (or equivalent) if possible, not as a PDF.

If you are successful in securing this role, please note that for the entire duration of this contract, regardless of extension, you will be working at the PAYE rate that has been advertised. For absolute clarity, we only work on a PAYE basis, rather than umbrella pay terms. We do not offer Ltd/umbrella or outside IR35 rates. If you wish to understand PAYE vs Umbrella more, please let us know and we can send you some additional information for clarity.

Due to the number of CVs being sent to us under current market conditions, unfortunately we cannot respond to all applications. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We will, however, be very happy to receive future applications from you for other roles.











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Your new company
Due to continued growth, our client who is a well established engineering company based in Northampton are looking to add a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to their team. They specialise in the design, manufacture, and operation of specialist equipment and temporary works, serving various sectors, including bridges, buildings, offshore structures, refineries, power stations, and industrial plants.
The successful applicant will have comprehensive experience in engineering management and structural design particularly steelwork, and a flair for engineering solutions.

Your new role
You will support the engineering management team with projects including resource planning and programming, design review and ensuring agreed deliverables are completed.
The main responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Manage engineering projects, including resource planning, programming, design reviews, and ensuring timely and budget-compliant deliverables.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of Engineers and CAD Technicians, adhering to ISO9001, ISO45001, and ISO14001 management systems.
• Mentor and review the work of engineers and CAD technicians.
• Conduct conceptual and detailed design of construction methods and temporary structures to Eurocode standards.
• Perform structural analysis using software such as STAAD Pro and LUSAS.
• Prepare design calculations, sketches, and technical documentation, and oversee CAD teams in producing 3-D models and drawings.
• Prepare tender designs and estimates.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualifications & Experience required for this role will include:

Essential:

• Considerable post-graduation experience in analysis and design of structures, especially in steel.
• Proven experience in technical team leadership and management.
• Knowledge of temporary works and construction engineering practices, particularly heavy lifting equipment and techniques.
• Proficient knowledge of Eurocodes for design.
• Excellent problem-solving, presentation, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferable:

• Chartered Engineer status with a minimum 2:1 degree in civil/structural engineering.
• Experience in designing and constructing long-span bridges and major buildings.
• Background in designing specialist temporary works related to heavy lifting/moving projects.
• Field/site experience in industrial settings.
• Familiarity with ISO9001, ISO45001, and ISO14001 management systems.
• Experience in CAD software (Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Inventor).
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

What you'll get in return

As well as a competitive salary, you will receive the following benefits:

• 23 days of annual leave plus standard bank holidays.
• Company sick leave after 12 months.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Car allowance.
• Death-in-service assurance.
• Private medical care for you and your family after a successful probation period

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 on 01603 580180 and speak with Garry.
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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Having completed the restructure of Private Sector Housing and now operating as one team, West Northamptonshire Council is currently seeking to appoint a Housing Enforcement Officer to join its successful Private Sector Housing Team. Whilst the posts are aligned to either Enforcement and Regulation Teams, but the successful Officers will have the opportunity to experience both.

The Team have been turning heads and getting results in ensuring that the Private Rented Sector is providing safe and sustainable accommodation, unsafe and unlicensed properties are brought back into compliance, and that those who seek to benefit from criminal, rogue and irresponsible behaviours are dealt with in line with the Council’s enforcement regime.

Our benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

What will you be doing?

Working across the Private Sector housing functions, you will undertake inspections of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) using the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to identify disrepair, other non-compliance with local and statutory requirements and breaches of management standards. Where necessary, you will take action to ensure compliance, which will include preparation of statutory notices, orders and demands in accordance with prescribed forms and procedures. Great communication skills are key, as you will be working with several key partners, including the Police, Fire and Rescue, Immigration, HMRC and others, to ensure residents are safeguarded and afforded safe accommodation. You will also have great attention to detail which will aid your preparation of paperwork for civil penalty offences and legal statements to represent the Council in First Tier Tribunal-Property Chamber (Residential Property) appeals.

This role offers hybrid-working, 2 days working from home and 3 days out across West Northants, carrying out inspections. For this reason, a UK driving license and access to a vehicle are essential.

About you

To be successful in the role you will already hold,

• A degree in Environmental Health or related subject, or be able to demonstrate significant experience in Private Sector Housing regulation;
• Certificate of competency in application of the HHSRS regime.
• Knowledge of the Housing Act 2004, the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), and the local authorities regulatory and enforcement powers in relation to HMOs and private sector housing conditions.
• Significant experience in applying the Housing Act 2004, including preparing enforcement cases through to First Tier Tribunal or Magistrates Court.

In addition, you will have

• Confidence and passion to succeed in ensuring that our residents have safe and sustainable accommodation across the private rented sector

For further information or to discuss the role, please contact Chris Stopford, Head of Private Sector Housing (mobile 07585 120349, or email to chris.stopford@westnorthants.gov.uk).

About us

At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.

Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner

The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us.

If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email careers@westnorthants.gov.uk for support.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

About the Job

Interview Date: Friday 25 October 2024

The Faculty of Business and Law wishes to appoint a suitable candidate as a Lecturer in Law. This permanent post will principally involve teaching core areas of the law curriculum such as criminal and/or civil law, as well as socio-legal modules, skills and/or business law-related modules. While delivery will initially be at levels 4 and 5, the successful candidate may also teach at levels 6 and 7.

You will also contribute to other activities in support of the student experience, including personal academic tutoring.

Reflecting our signature ‘active blended learning’ pedagogy, you can expect to deliver learning and teaching with small groups of learners (c.25). You will design and deliver interactive learning opportunities, applying a range of technologies to engage learners and support their success.

You will engage in self-directed scholarship to ensure that your learning and teaching reflects current thinking and practice.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

Whilst remote working is available for this post the number of days per week will vary during each semester depending on the requirements of the post, this will be discussed in more detail at interview.

This post may be considered on a full time or fractional basis.

About You

An undergraduate degree qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline is essential, whilst a Master’s, PhD and/or relevant professional experience are welcome. This post requires excellent communication and organisational skills, with an enthusiasm for learning and teaching, and the skills to share your expertise in innovative ways to engage and motivate learners.

Qualifications

Essential;

Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject.

Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale.

Desirable;

Master’s degree in relevant subject.

Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion.

Relevant professional qualification.

Faculty/Department

The Law Subject Group delivers undergraduate programmes (the LLB 2 and 3 year programmes, and the BA Law with Criminology). Tutors are also involved in doctoral supervision, and we are currently validating an LLM in Law and Social Justice to start delivery in September 2025. Law tutors also contribute to delivery on other undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across the University and support partnership work.

In addition to teaching and other Faculty and University-related roles, Law tutors are actively involved in research across a board range of areas with national and international impact. We also work with the local legal community and 3rd sector organisations, both to provide opportunities for our students and graduates and to support the wider community.

You will be joining an active and growing subject group, making an important contribution to the Faculty, University and community.

Right to Work

All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.

Together @ UON
Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.

Commitments Include:

Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.

Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.

Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.

UON’s Major Commitments:

Disability Confident
Standalone Pledge
IHRA Working Definition

For more details, visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Role overview:

My client is a Leading, Civil & Environmental Engineering Contractor.

Due to planned growth and an influx of work in The Midlands, they are looking to appoint, on a permanent basis, a Project Manager with a solid background in Civil Engineering Projects.

The company specialise in the following sectors;

• Marine Civil Engineering
• Ports, Harbours & Marinas
• Bridges and other large structures
• Exclusion zones
• Dredging
• Environment Agency Works
• Flood Defence Works
• Waterways Maintenance & Restoration
• Waterway Infrastructure & Piling
• Waste Re-Use and Habitat Protection

This is a hybrid role where the successful applicants time will be split between various sites, regional offices and with a genuine opportunity for home working.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

Site delivery team, inclusive of - Site Manager, Foreman, Gangers, Machine operators and operatives

Role definition: Efficiently and safely manage project(s) contributing to increasing the number of projects profitably delivered.

Ensuring safe and effective delivery whilst managing the expectations and relationship of the client and ensuring that projects deliver against all defined objectives.

Work in collaboration with various departments/areas of the supply chain and stakeholders to ensure works are delivered to the highest possible standard with regard to quality, time, safety and value.

These are critical roles that are focused on project delivery.

Purpose of role: Simultaneously manage the five key phases of multiple high risk and/or complex projects, including projects delivered under framework agreements as well as those won competitively.

Ensure projects are completed under price, to prescribed timescales and required quality whilst effectively managing safety, environment and where appropriate heritage issues.

These five stages being;

1. ECI where required
2. Estimating and tendering
3. Design (permanent and temporary works)
4. Construction/delivery
5. Project close out, including settlement of final accounts Undertake the role of Contractor (under the JCT and or NEC type contract) to ensure that the contract is efficiently and effectively managed to ensure the company receives maximum value by exemplar contract management (including any supply chain/ partner contracts).

Project Manager job description/person specification:

Significantly contribute to continuous improvement in project management processes and construction standards, quality, safety and value across the group.

Project Managers level of decision making required:

1. Manage projects of an unlimited value, risk and complexity.
2. Using knowledge and experience make judgement regarding risk related issues and required action.
3. Using knowledge and experience to make judgements regarding modifying the project programme to deal with risks, opportunities, and variances.
4. Prioritise workload and competing elements and activities of multiple projects to ensure delivery to timescales agreed.
5. Judgement regarding upward referral of issues to line management for further guidance

Project Manager's experience and competence:

1. Proven experience of managing multiple high complexity projects within the relevant discipline.
2. 10 years or more experience preferred. Experience of managing projects £2m plus.
3. Proven experience of managing multiple high complexity Design & Build Projects throughout the project lifecycle.
4. Degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (essential).
5. Chartered membership of appropriate professional body (not essential).
6. Knowledge of all aspects of successful project management.
7. Excellent commercial awareness and proven experience of delivering profitable works.
8. Experience of risk and risk management.
9. Proficient in the use of personal computer and business applications/software etc.
10. Valid driving licence and willingness to travel throughout UK.
11. Can do attitude.

Benefits & Rewards:

The company offer a comprehensive benefits package which will include a highly competitive basic salary, a company car or car allowance, holidays, company pension scheme, private healthcare, company bonus scheme, training & Progression and much more.

Not all superheroes wear capes…

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, experienced and energetic Cyber Security Manager to lead our team of highly skilled officers in the Cyber Security and Risk team, working within the Digital, Technology. And Innovation (DTI) department.

We’re looking for a step change in technologies, skills and processes as we move from our legacy set-up to an agile, modern hybrid environment. You’ll get to redesign the team, the processes and the technical strategy to deliver this, supported by some experienced colleagues who’ll help you see your vision through.

Our benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

What will you be doing?

In this role, using your proven understanding and deep knowledge of Cyber Security and Risk, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the council's Cyber Security and Risk comprising vulnerability management, incident response, governance and assurance, risk management, and providing essential and reliable services for c4,500 staff between WNC and our partners, as well as of course for the residents of West Northamptonshire.

More importantly, you will lead on the transformation and modernisation of the council’s approach to Cyber Security and Risk as it moves IT services and hosting into the cloud amongst an ever-changing landscape of compliance and security requirements to enable the delivery of services while maintaining the security of the council’s data.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic leader with significant experience in Cyber Security and Risk, including building, managing, and developing technical teams. You have a proven track record of managing both in-house and 3rd party provided services, with deep expertise in Cyber Security standards, processes, and technology.

You’re the sort of person who has a passion for driving security in to all aspects of what we do! Your ability to manage stakeholders and deliver operational projects efficiently will be a key part of your success. If you are looking for your next challenge and ready to level up, we want to hear from you. If you are eager to make a lasting impact and lead WNC into the future, we want to hear from you!

About us

At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.

Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner

The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain what DEI means to us.

If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email careers@westnorthants.gov.uk for support.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Police Officer



Location: Bedfordshire

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £28,551 (plus £1,500 South Eastern Allowance)



Get a degree whilst earning a competitive salary!



We’re excited to be working with Bedfordshire Police who are now inviting applications to become a Police Officer via the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship programme.

The Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship combines on the job learning with working towards a fully funded degree, all while earning a competitive salary and making a difference to East of England communities. You’ll be a Police Officer from the day you join – embarking on an exciting career like no other.



Why work for Bedfordshire Police?



Bedfordshire Police have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then this is the force for you.



Benefits Include:



· Great pension and holiday scheme

· Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay

· Gym facilities including exercise and yoga classes (depending on location)

· Cycle to work scheme

· Blue Light Card

· Plus much more!



What do you need?



· Indefinite leave and/or right to work in the UK, and have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years (unless you’ve been serving abroad with the British Armed Forces)

· A full manual driving licence (or you need to have passed your driving test by the end of year two of your training period)



What academic qualifications do you need?



· GCSE Maths and English at a minimum of grade C or 4 (or equivalent qualification, such as level 2 functional skills in Maths and English)



In addition to the Maths and English requirements, the following criteria will also be applied:



· Applicants with passes in two A Levels (or equivalent) consisting of 32 UCAS points will automatically meet the academic entry requirements

· Applicants with less than 32 UCAS points will be considered if they can provide evidence of at least one year’s employment in a role with comparable skills to policing or academic study. If this is you, you will be invited to complete an aptitude test followed by a suitability discussion where an assessment will be made on your ability to meet the academic demands of the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship. Applicants who pass the suitability discussion criteria will have met the university entry requirements



Interested? Click apply now!

Police Officer PCEP



Location: Bedfordshire

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £28,551 (plus £1,500 South Eastern Allowance). On the current system, officers can expect to be earning a salary of more than £46,044 per annum by your seventh year in the job.



We’re excited to be working with Bedfordshire Police who are now inviting applications to become a Police Officer via the Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP).



The PCEP is a brand-new programme of initial learning, which takes two years to complete. You will undertake a period of initial learning at our training school, before moving to your designated policing area for tutoring and further operational coaching. Once you have successfully passed PCEP you will be able to consider further opportunities of progression and specialism within the Force.



Why work for Bedfordshire Police?



Bedfordshire Police have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.



If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then this is the force for you.



Benefits Include:



· Great pension and holiday scheme

· Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay

· Gym facilities including exercise and yoga classes (depending on location)

· Cycle to work scheme

· Blue Light Card

· Plus much more!



What do you need?

· Indefinite leave and/or right to work in the UK, and have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years (unless you’ve been serving abroad with the British Armed Forces)

· A full manual driving licence, or a willingness to sit your driving test by the time your training is complete



Interested? Click apply now!

Would you like to join an authority where you can progress your legal career and be supported in excelling professionally? If so, join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Councils in England.

We are continuing the growth of our new legal service with the addition of a lawyer/senior paralegal team member to sit within the Corporate area, specifically in the litigation team which deals with both civil and criminal matters.

For more information please contact Nicki Agalamanyi, Head of Legal (Corporate) on 07901931853 for a confidential discussion.

Our benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

What will you be doing?

If you have experience in the field of litigation, a passion for delivering excellent legal services and want to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service, we want to hear from you.

Your duties will involve:

• Assisting Senior Lawyers, the Principal Lawyer and the Head of Legal in all litigation related case work
• Reviewing and preparing prosecution cases for submission to the Magistrates Court
• Legal research
• Advising clients on litigation matters
• Assisting in the training and supervision of Legal Assistants as may be required
• Assisting with housing possession claims
• Preparing trial bundles

About you

West Northants is a great place to work. With a focus on career development, wellbeing, flexibility and support, this is an opportunity for you to take the next step on your career journey in a supported environment. We have mentoring, coaching, training and many other opportunities available to assist and develop you, to ensure your success in the role and your ongoing progression and success within the Council.

About us

We’re a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history. As a new authority, we’re embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.

Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.

At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

The West Northants Council Legal Team is a great place to work. With a focus on career development, wellbeing, flexibility and support, this is an opportunity for you to take the next step on your career journey in a supported environment. We have mentoring, buddying, coaching, training and many other opportunities available to assist and develop you, to ensure your success in the role and your ongoing progression and success within the Council. We will also consider any version of flexible working you can come up with and as Local Government experience is not essential, we encourage those looking to change sector or return to work after a career break to apply.

When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.

Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Graduate Legal Associate - Research

£30,000 - £45,000 Dependent on Experience + benefits

Fully Office based role in Northampton working, 08.30 - 17.00 Monday - Friday

Driving license is essential.

Are you a self-motivated, bright Law Graduate who has come to the decision that you don't want to pursue the long-term career of being a Lawyer...?

Do you enjoy research? Are you searching for a career to utilise your skills and knowledge gained during study and work placements?

Our client is a multiple award-winning, leading tax consultancy practice based out of stunning offices in Northampton. They support clients with tax saving service offerings, and they've been recognised as the fastest growing tax consultancy firm in the UK and Ireland. They're looking for a Legal Research Associate to support the firm's continued growth across the UK.

You will be investigating tax disputes and working with clients to challenge the dispute with HMRC. The end goal is to have the decision overturned. A background or interest in taxation, accountancy, or legal services (full or part qualified) is desired. This is a good opportunity for a graduate, or someone who has worked within research and development previously.

What will you be doing:

• Review and respond to HMRC (letter writing)
• Organise and attend client calls to discuss each Tax dispute.
• Investigations - carrying out thorough investigation of each dispute, looking for a solution and angle to challenge the dispute with HMRC.
• Extensive research into tax law
• Report writing.
• Investigate trends to continuously improve.
• Communications and debriefs with delivery team and wider team members.
• Keep abreast of compliance and legislation.
• Travel within the UK to see clients, on occasion.
• Ensure all client files are kept up to date in Salesforce.

What are we looking for?

• A background in Tax, Accountancy, Legal and/or R&D would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with people at all levels
• Report writing experience desired
• Full UK driver's license essential
• Prior R&D Tax Credit experience and understanding of the tax claim process is advantageous
• Previous experience of HMRC enquiries or legal disputes is advantageous
• Intermediate to advanced IT skills across the Microsoft suite

The package

• Competitive salary
• Study support & Career progression.
• Bupa private medical health care
• Discretionary bonus
• Flex Benefits
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Study support.
• Luxury offices
• Friendly hardworking, social team

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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