Total 19 Others level Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in OX1 4AJ

An exciting opportunity has become available to work with Allied Universal, as a Security Operations Manager at 22 Bishopsgate, Europe's largest commercial building with the highest free Viewing Gallery and restaurants too!

You will lead a a team of 8 managers, 90 officers and report directly to the Head of Security, in delivering a 24/7 security response.

The role is a full time, permanent contract, with an annual salary of £55,000 to £65,000 dependent on experience.

Your Time at Work
- Delivering the 22B Recipe.
- Providing a security provision for Europe's largest commercial building.
- Management, training, recruitment and development of staff including disciplinary procedures and appraisals and identifying training needs and implementation of relevant training programs.
- Brief the Head of Security on the weekly Threat Risks and Vulnerabilities for the Building
- Develop a mitigation strategy identifying a proposed posture.
- Maintain a risk register for the department
- Ensuring a total security service is enforced and provided to the client whilst also ensuring staff and client relations are not put under and unnecessary duress because of this. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships at all levels.
- An ability to adopt a partnership approach and facilitate collaborative working relationships at all levels to achieve objectives and desired service delivery. Work in partnership with service partners/key services and customers' representatives, ensuring all aspects of the site requirements are effectively managed.
- Design, introduce and implement new service initiatives to meet the customers' changing needs.
- Overall responsibility for the management, delivery and maintenance of the equipment and security systems to include radios, CCTV, door access control systems.
- Devising & implementing new procedures across the contract. Ensure that security measures are integrated, implemented and tested.
- Be a key customer contact for all daily operational security & Health and Safety related matters across the contract and manage these in accordance with site procedures and team members.
- Liaise with police; other emergency services; local authorities and local businesses to build strong working relationships ensuring a joined-up approach when dealing with any emergency in or around 22B.
- Coordinate internal communication on customer feedback from KPI review meetings to keep the company fully briefed on your customer requirements.
- Be a matter expert with the Emergency Preparedness & Response Plan & the Business Continuity Plan.
- Monthly reporting responsibilities include managing agreed KPI's and SLA performance reports and basic management information.
- Demonstrate knowledge of security solutions and service provisions within the industry.
- Coordinate customer reviews via agreed documentation and KPI's.
- Identify required improvement actions and key services delivery and ensure actions are implemented within the realistic timescale provided.
- Maintain regular contact with your line manager and colleagues, providing support and assistance wherever required.
- Incident management - overseeing all emergency incident escalation and response. This will include fire alarm response and evacuation.
- To attend and make presentations at meetings and develop links with tenants.
- Ensuring all site and company procedures are adhered to. Assessment, audit and review of current procedures and practices, making recommendations for change or amendment as required.
- Ensure appropriate training is delivered to teams / individual staff in accordance with their position & identified training & development needs. Drive and develop the team in relation to their experience to help continual improvement.
- To continuously demand the highest standards of service delivery from security team members by providing full briefings and guidance to them.
- To maintain an effective duty of care to security team members ensuring that all required procedures/policies relevant to: Health & Safety legislation: Staff Welfare & Development Training: Disciplinary & Grievance: Discriminatory & Harassment: Alcohol & Drug Misuse: Equal Opportunities are correctly explained and followed, thus serving the best interests of the employee, AU and the client team.
- Be committed to Health & Safety and ensure that you are familiar with all Health & Safety policies and procedures. Police and encourage observance with all site security & safety policies, in particular ensuring that the access control, key control, smoking and Health & Safety policies are observed and enforced.
- Understand the profitability and contractual detail of the existing contract and plan longer term profit improvement strategies.
- Monitor credit control to ensure customers pay in full and on time. Ensure regular review of PO and Invoice Management on behalf of JLL and directly liaison with the AU Invoicing team in line with identified KPI.
- Any other reasonable request from management or client.

Our Perfect Worker
- At least 5 years of experience managing a multi-tenanted corporate contract with a security team of more than 50 headcount.
- Excellent understanding and knowledge on HR processes and procedures.
- Excellent understanding and knowledge of the recruitment / screening processes.
- Excellent understanding and knowledge of the Contract Financials.
- Excellent understanding and knowledge of the Contract Uniform / Training budgets.
- Proven service delivery within a demanding corporate environment.
- Excellent communication skills to include the ability to compile detailed reports and security practices.
- IT literate with the ability to work competently in multiple system applications.
- Excellent administrative skills & attention to detail.
- Proactive with excellent time management and task prioritization skills.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills and lead by example.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent influencing and interpersonal skills.
- Commercially aware with the business acumen to keep ahead of competition and set AU apart.
- Stakeholder focused approach.
- Committed to following procedures and ensuring tasks are fully completed.
- A desire for continuous personal and professional development.
- You will be a great coach and people manager with the ability to lead by example.
- Natural leader with the ability to motivate and develop others to maximise the customer and client experience.
- Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
- Ability to produce results in a fast paced multi-site environment whilst managing multiple priorities.
- Experience of managing multi-site security teams.
- Excellent customer relationship management skills up to a senior level.
- A track record of delivering continuous improvement.
- The ability to motivate and coach team to deliver service excellence.
- Good IT and administration skills.

Preferred Training / Qualifications to fulfil role:

- A formal qualification with the institute of higher learning in management (ILM preferred).
- SIA licence in Security Guarding.
- CCTV licence preferred but not essential.
- First Aid.
- IOSH training.
- HR training policies and procedures.
- Recruitment and screening process.
- Contract financials.
- Contractual training / uniform budgets.

If you are interested in working with us please have a read through our culture and values: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5C57F99E8C/22b-candidate-pack/full-view.html

Key Information and Benefits
- Annual salary of £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, plus travel allowance.
- Training, Support and Personal Development.
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these days will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme & Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme

Job ref: 1ALS

G4S are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!

About Staffline
Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline.

Fire & Security Engineer – Oxford - £40,000



RGB Network are currently representing a well-established and well-respected fire and security company who operate on a nationwide basis, although engineers are kept to local patches depending on where they’re based.



Operating through a number of regional offices throughout the UK, this company has experienced huge growth over the past 20 years and is now offering an excellent opportunity to an experienced fire and security service engineer to join the rapidly expanding team.



Salary Package:

- £35,000 - £40,000
- Company Van
- Travel Time after giving 30 minutes each way
- Call out 1 in 8, £150 standby
- 23 Days Holidays & Bank Holidays
- Plenty of overtime opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- Commission scheme





Responsibilities:

- Service, maintenance and small works on:
- Fire alarm, intruder, CCTV and access control systems





Area Of Cover:

- Oxford/Reading/Swindon





Requirements:

- Full UK driving license
- Relevant qualifications



Please contact:

Alex Bartley

RGB Network

Office: 020 7932 2800

Email: abartley @ rgb .co .uk

We are currently recruiting for a Security Officer to join our team at the second largest building in London at the moment! The newly built site it extremely modern, with high-end clientele on site at all times. If you have a great personality, pride yourself in customer service and have the desire to deliver excellent security services, then this is the role for you!

The shift pattern will be covering Monday to Sunday shifts, covering a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern. This will cover day and night shifts.

You will hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor License.

Your Time at Work

Your duties as a Security Officer at this site will include:

- Meeting and Greeting all Visitors on entry
- Managing Visitors exit
- Crowd Control
- Detect and deter any threats around our building
- Taking direction from the management team
- Providing a world class customer experience
- Working seamlessly with other service providers and departments
- Adhering to all site-based Work Instruction

Our Perfect Worker

Our ideal Security Officer will:

- Have great Communication skills
- Be well groomed and always presented
- Always looking at how we can improve our own performance and how we can improve our service delivery
- Have winning mentality
- Be able to follow instructions but also be able to make critical decisions when required
- Be good at taking ownership

If you are interested in working with us please have a read through our culture and values: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5C57F99E8C/22b-candidate-pack/full-view.html

Key Information and Benefits

- Hourly rate of £14.60 p/h
- Training, Support and Personal Development.
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these days will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme & Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme

Job ref: 1ALS

About Staffline

Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline.

Salary £30,000-£38,000 depends on experienceMonday-Friday

We are looking for an experienced Engineer to work as a member of the Mitie Fire & Security Systems Operations Field service team. You'll ensure effective delivery of PPM, Reactive calls and additional Small Works, ensuring compliance with all Legal and Regulatory requirements.

You'll be expected to carry out routine servicing, testing, inspection, repairs, and installation of Fire Extinguishers/associated equipment and products to the relevant legislative and qualitative standards, alongside appropriate documentation and records in a timely and appropriate manner. You should have excellent communication skills, alongside basic Microsoft Word and Excel literacy.

You should be capable of working to high levels of Health and Safety Requirements and having previous experience in a similar role carrying out PPM, reactive calls and Small Works in the Fire & Security Systems industry. Service test and inspection experience to the relevant standards/codes are also expected including fault-finding techniques. You will also be expected to actively attend and participate in any company-initiated training to maintain an up to date knowledge of technical aspects of the role.

The ideal candidate would have previous experience with PPM, Accident Reporting, or RAMS, alongside following Health and Safety Legislation, preferably in the engineering field. Sharing technical and problem-solving abilities and knowledge with colleagues alongside an ability to take initiative and work with little supervision is also ideal.

Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Oxfordshire, which is in need of a Civil Litigation Lawyer to join their team. This role would be well suited to a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive who is comfortable attending court in-person

ROLE: Civil Litigation Lawyer

LOCATION: Oxfordshire - hybrid

PAYE rate inclusive of holiday: £44ph to £53ph

UMBRELLA rate: £50ph to £60ph

CONTRACT LENGTH: 3 months rolling

The responsibilities of the Civil Litigation Lawyer role:

• Handle your own Civil Litigation caseload from start to completion
• To demonstrate exceptional advocacy skills achieving the best possible outcomes for the client.
• Attend court across various locations in Oxfordshire

The person:

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 3+ years of PQE Civil Litigation
• Someone with public sector experience
• Someone with strong advocacy skills and is able to attend court when required.

The benefits included with the Civil Litigation lawyer position:

• Weekly pay
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working

If this Civil Litigation lawyer role 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 phone at 01772208969 .

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

Litigation Lawyer

Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Oxfordshire, which is in need of Litigation Lawyers to join their team and handle either/both Criminal (non-school attendance) and Civil Litigation matters.

Job Title: Litigation Lawyer

Location: Oxfordshire - hybrid

Rate: £45 to £50ph, full or part-time hours

Contract length: 3 months ongoing

Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed caseload of either Criminal or Civil Litigation matters. If you can handle both then even better!
• There will be a particular focus on handling non-school attendance matters
• Attend the office (Oxford City) on a regular basis and attend own hearings as and when necessary.

Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with Criminal (non-school attendance) or Civil Litigation experience
• Someone who has worked for a Local Authority within a litigation legal team
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangement

If this Litigation Lawyer vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969 , or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.

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

Security Officer



Job Overview

-To protect our customer's property, people and/or assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the sites published Assignment Instructions (AI's) and any subsequent changes.

-Delivering results that meet and / or exceed the Key performance indicators / Service Level Agreement for the customer through full responsibility and accountability, providing a service that aids in the retention of the contract.

-To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development.

-Salary: £12.83 per hour

-Shift Pattern: 2 Days 2 Nights 4 off

-Location: Westgate Shopping Centre Oxford

Main Duties

Operations

-To be aware of and ensure compliance with all aspects of policies and relevant legal and regulatory requirements as directed by the Security Account Manager and in accordance with UK Law and Guidance bodies.

-Fully and satisfactorily complete all of the tasks and duties on site as defined within the published Assignment Instructions (AI's).

-Proactively refer to and review the published Assignment Instructions, thus familiarising oneself with any changes in order to suggest additional amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.

-To be compliant with Industry and Statutory Legislation (you are required to obtain a front-line licence in either Security Guarding or Door Supervision), which must be worn at all times whilst carrying out your duties. There are also additional courses that are contractually required.

-Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.

-Follow instructions and procedures appropriately without unnecessarily challenging authority.

-Work in a systematic, methodology and orderly way.

Training

-Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.

-To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development as directed by the Security Account Manager.

-Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.

-You are required to ensure you renew your licence 16 weeks before expiry.

Security and Health & Safety

-Look out for, and to immediately report, any Health & Safety hazards, or potential hazards, on site.

-Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment in order to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.

-Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears to become threatening.

-To maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.

-Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry as soon as possible after any incident, which can then be used as part of the Incident Report process.

-Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the Client.

-To ensure check calls are being carried out at the allocated time slot as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI's).

-To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.

What we are looking for

-Previous Security Experience

-SIA License

-SC Clearance desirable

Pinnacle Group provides people-first, integrated services across a range of community-facing assets and infrastructure – including multi-tenure housing, schools, open spaces, public buildings, utilities and broadband networks – as well as a range of complementary employment and wellbeing outcomes. Across the UK, Pinnacle supports over 300,000 homes, 200 schools and 80 public buildings creating value, providing stewardship and generating positive outcomes for our customers, our partners and our clients.

Our FM business delivers Facilities Management to homes, public and private sector bodies including Registered Providers, schools, universities and blue light statutory authorities. We pride ourselves on placing people at the centre of what we do, while maintaining our values of high quality and excellent customer care.

The Role – Security Officer

Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our Security Team at our client’s a leading printing works on the Senate Business Park , Netherton Bootle

This is a Permanent role of 42 hours per week working on rota 4 on 4 off , days 7am – 7pm and nights 7pm – 7am

Duties/Key Responsibilities

To provide professional security services to our client, maintaining the security and safety of their premises and people by ways of monitoring, patrolling and surveying the building and their assets.

• You must be flexible and able to work in a multi-service team
• Complete daily security tasks, including the use of client software and security CCTV systems in the control room
• To carry out Daily / Weekly health & safety checks
• Carry out routine patrols on site
• Locking and unlocking of the shopping centre
• Assist in deterring crime within the centre
• Take accurate notes to complete reports, logbook entries and all relevant paperwork to a high standard - including reporting in detail any incidents occurring whilst on duty
• Liaison with local authorities including police, emergency healthcare services or even fire extinguishers in case of an emergency
• To carry out weekly Fire alarm testing
• Operating telephone switchboard
• Carry out any reasonable task requested by the client or Manager, if you are trained to do so.
• Work closely with the Contract Manager to ensure exceptional customer service at the highest standards

Skills Required

• Valid SIA Front Line SG/DS Licence
• CCTV Licence Essential
• First Aid cert
• You will need to evidence your honesty and reliability and always maintain a sense of pride in your professionalism in delivering excellent customer service.
• Be able to access, control and manage a large crowd of people efficiently and quickly.
• Full 5-year UK checkable work history

Please Note: The appointment of this role will be subject to completion of a satisfactory Standard Disclosure Barring Service Check

Pinnacle Group strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from anyone regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, trade union activity, marital status, religious belief or sexual orientation.

We are Armed Forces friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

Your new company
Join our clients Digital Infrastructure department, adepartment that provides the infrastructure and enterprise servicesunderpinning our clients' programme activities. Their project portfolio spans arange of disciplines, including IT Security, Networks, Applications, Telephony,Cloud, Infrastructure, Data Management, and High-Performance Computing.


Your new role

• As a Cybersecurity Subject-Matter Expert (SME), youwill be integral to the delivery of the cyber programme.
• You will work on priorities set by the CybersecurityProgramme and align with relevant Project Managers.
• Your role includes the implementation of CyberSecurity Operations Centres (C-SOC) with two laboratory sites.
• You will assist STFC's cyber team to define, practice,and verify the adequacy of the cyber critical incident response.
• You will also assist STFC's infrastructure team whomanage the BAU activities relevant to ongoing cyber assurance, patching, cyberreadiness, and routine incident response.
• Your contribution of relevant SME knowledge andexperience will ensure successful and secure project outcomes.

What you'll needto succeed

• A relevant information security/information managementbackground.
• Incident management experience and an ability toquickly tailor responses to deal with fast-paced situations.
• Proven people & stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of Information Security standards,legislation, and practices, including the GDPR & Data Protection act 2018.
• Experience with a range of IT systems (bothon-premises and cloud-based).
• Knowledge of technical areas, such as antivirus,Networking, vulnerability management, encryption (Microsoft & Linuxenvironments are advantageous).
• Strong problem-solving ability, with flexibility tothink creatively and adapt to and implement constantly evolving systems andservices.
• The role is conditional on having or obtaining UKNational Security Vetting Security Clearance (SC).

What you'll getin return

• Up to £500 Per day (Inside IR35)
• This role supports hybrid working of up to 2 days perweek working from home.
• SC Clearance (If not already obtained)

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Great opportunity to work as an Area Security Officer for G4S, a leading global security and outsourcing group, specialising in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

G4S is recruiting for an Area Security Officer to work in Oxford and surrounding areas.

*As this is a mobile position, you will also need to have a driving licence and your own vehicle as you will be covering sites in Reading, Oxford, High Wycombe, Chesham, Maidenhead, Didcot, Banbury, Witney and Abingdon - a mileage allowance will be paid*

The rate of pay is £11.44 per hour.

This is a full-time role, working any 5 days between Monday and Saturday.

Your hours of work will generally be 8:45 am to 17:15pm, however some flexibility to work out of hours when necessary is required.

**Please note you must be over the age of 18 to apply for this role**

Your Time at Work
As a Security Officer at G4S, you are more than a Security Guard. You'll ensure the safety of our customers staff, their buildings and assets, whilst providing excellent customer service with a smile. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service in a safe and secure environment.

It's a varied role that includes greeting staff and visitors and ensuring they adhere to the required security protocols, conducting searches where required, patrolling the premises and dealing with security incidents. You'll ensure visitors and staff are in a safe environment by de-escalating situations in a firm but respectful manner. With a keen eye and a brilliant way with people, you could look forward to an interesting role where no two days are the same with exciting career opportunities.

Our Perfect Worker
Our perfect worker will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to provide a friendly and professional service at all times. A good IT knowledge is also key.

It would be a benefit to have some security experience and your SIA licence, however it's not essential, as we provide full SIA (Security Industry Authority) licence training.

Key Information and Benefits
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

Job ref: 1G4S

About Staffline
Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline.

Are you currently looking for your next job in corporate security? Are you wanting to work in a business where you can excel in your security career? If so, then our current roles available in London will be for you!

We are currently recruiting for Security Officer positions, to work across corporate contracts within London! There are a variety of roles available, covering part-time and full-time contracts, with a range of different shift patterns to suit you!

Please be aware that the majority of our roles require flexibility Monday to Sunday, for day and night shifts.

Our current roles are currently paying between £12.16 per hour - £14.21 per hour.

You will need to hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor License and have at least 1 years security experience, preferably in the corporate security sector.

Please apply with a CV for the position, as we will review this alongside the customer requirements.

Your Time at Work
Your duties will include:

Meeting and Greeting all Visitors on entry
Managing Visitors exit
Crowd Control
Detect and deter any threats around our building
Taking direction from the management team
Providing a world class customer experience
Working seamlessly with other service providers and departments
Adhering to all site-based Work Instruction

Our Perfect Worker
Have great Communication skills
Be well groomed and always presented
Always looking at how we can improve our own performance and how we can improve our service delivery
Have winning mentality
Be able to follow instructions but also be able to make critical decisions when required
Be good at taking ownership

Key Information and Benefits
Training, Support and Personal Development.
5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these days will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
Workplace pension scheme
Life assurance benefit
Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
Contributory Healthcare Scheme & Eyecare vouchers
Employee Discount Schemes
Progression, training & development opportunities
Refer a friend scheme

Job ref 1ALS

About Staffline
Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about how we do this visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/equality-and-diversity.

Overview

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) assists the Public Guardian with her statutory function which protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves, such as about their health and finance. We are an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), set up in 2007 following the introduction of the Mental Capacity Act of 2005.

OPG is responsible for registering lasting powers of attorney (LPA) and enduring powers of attorney (EPA) and supervising deputies who are appointed by the Court of Protection.

OPG is a fantastic place to work offering a range of development opportunities. The OPG has signed up to the ‘Time to Change’ pledge which supports mental health in the workplace, as well as recently receiving a health and wellbeing charter accreditation as we are committed to developing a supportive and inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community we serve.

OPG is aiming to have a Digital Power of Attorney in place that meets our customer and stakeholder needs. We aim to have a multiskilled, flexible workforce, working within office/home based locations to meet civil service environment.

Job Description, Duties and Responsibilities

To ensure the Public Guardian’s cases are fully prepared to proceed to Court.

The successful applicants will be required to;-

• Have good communication skills and a
commitment to ensuring deadlines are met.
• Ensure attention to detail in written work.
• Capable of working flexibly and as part of a team, working with and maintain good relationships with all colleagues, particularly lawyers, investigators and case workers.
• To assist OPG lawyers in the preparation and progression of legal matters), with an early review of the case to ensure all documents are received from parties and COP.
• While the lawyer will have overall ownership of the case, you will also be responsible for the case from court application to closure.
Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• To ensure the Public Guardian (or those representing her) are fully prepared to present cases in Court.
• To assist OPG lawyers, in the preparation and progression of matters through the Court of Protection (COP), with an early review of the case to ensure all documents are received from parties and COP. You will retain ownership of the case from court application to closure.
• This is a fast-paced environment, where you must be able to manage and prioritise your work, through the life of a case including regular reviews and closure.
• To provide administrative support to OPG Lawyers (including the wider Legal Team), to ensure effective delivery of all targets.
• Following instructions from client departments.
• Giving client departments and members of the public, legal information.
• Engaging with the legal team’s client base, to improve and maintain positive working relationships.
• Managing a caseload.
• Inputting case information into the legal case management system and legacy systems accurately.
• Preparing, drafting and proof-reading court forms and witness statements to a consistently high standard.
• Conduct and review and decision making on severance cases.
• Gathering formal statements and evidence from parties and witnesses; and other important documents for Lawyers to review for use in Court.
• Independently considering incoming correspondence and draft responses to standard correspondence, with lawyer oversight.
• Collating and creating Court Bundles and an index following instructions from the lawyer with conduct.
• Filing and general administrative work.
• Interpreting court orders and determining next steps in the matter and actioning administrative steps.
• Providing administrative support to Lawyers which may include, accompanying them to Court, taking notes during Court Hearings or round table meetings.
• Working from lawyer’s instructions, both written and verbal and managing their diaries.
• Carry out directed legal research for the lawyer with conduct.
• Arranging meetings such as case conferences, teleconferences and advocates meetings with respondents, investigators, Counsel, and external Solicitors.
• Liaising with parties to court proceedings, counsel, other external agencies, and members of the public by different methods of communication.
• Be able to identify and refer complex or potentially urgent matters requiring escalation.
• Be able to work both independently and in partnership with the lawyers to help progress and conclude matters. Including carrying out post-litigation tasks to ensure the full closure of a matter.
• Supporting and helping to deliver on projects towards the continuous improvement of the Legal Team’s work.
• Meeting any relevant Impact Indicators and Service Standard targets in respect of the Legal Team.
• Taking part in the development and delivery of training materials to our client base to improve their legal knowledge.
• Keep up to date with any relevant changes in legislation, law, policies and procedures and align your practice with these so that you can continue delivering effective and professional service.
• This role requires the jobholder to travel to other OPG sites and other venues as/when required.
• There may be a requirement to manage staff.
• Handling and storing confidential information.

Litigation Solicitor

Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Oxfordshire, which is in need of Litigation Solicitors to join their team and handle either/both Criminal (non-school attendance) and Civil Litigation matters.

Job Title: Litigation Solicitor

Location: Oxfordshire

Rate: £45 to £50ph

Contract length: 4 months ongoing

Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed caseload of either Criminal or Civil Litigation matters. If you can handle both then even better!
• There will be a particular focus on handling non-school attendance matters
• Attend the office (Oxford City) on a regular basis and attend own hearings as and when necessary.

Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with Criminal (non-school attendance) or Civil Litigation experience
• Someone who has worked for a Local Authority within a litigation legal team
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangement

If this Litigation Solicitor vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969 , or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.

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

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We are currently recruiting for an amazing opportunity to join the security team, based at one of the largest buildings in London at the moment! The newly developed site has modern security technology, with a prestigious client base too. We are looking for corporate Security Officer's to join the team, who pride themselves on delivery the best security services at all times.

You are required to work full time on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. Working 42 hours per week, you must be available to work day, night and weekend shifts.

Please note that this is a standing role, for about 80% of your shift.

The rate of pay is £14.17 per hour.

Your Time at Work
As a Security Officer, your duties will include:

Meet and greet function whilst on post at the front of house.
Controlling the access control systems.
Acting as the appointed person in the event of evacuations, liaison with emergency responders.
Directing visitors to the correct departments or reception area for information.
Assisting with inquiries from building tenants and visitors.
Ensuring that anyone entering your building has permission to do so.
Conducting patrols and visual building checks.
Supporting the FCC team in the event of fire/ security situations.
Carrying out weekly or audits building inspections, identifying and reporting repairs and defects.

Our Perfect Worker
Our perfect Security Officer will:

Have a valid SIA Door Supervisor Badge.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Be responsive to the client's needs and work in partnership with the client and other suppliers to support the delivery of the services.
Must be proactive in your duties, be able to work on your own initiative, and work with others.
Must be able to work under pressure, and be able to make decisive decisions during incidents and difficult situations.
Have strong knowledge of site processes and procedures, and aptitude for learning and applying such.

Key Information and Benefits
Excellent salary of £14.17 per hour.
Training, Support and Personal Development.
5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these days will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
Workplace pension scheme
Life assurance benefit
Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
Contributory Healthcare Scheme & Eyecare vouchers
Employee Discount Schemes
Progression, training & development opportunities
Refer a friend scheme

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About The Role
Do you enjoy meeting people? Do you want a customer facing role where every day is different? Performing a variety of tasks, keeping people safe and interacting with people from all walks of life? If you do, and working on a critical service for the government appeals to you then we may have the role you are looking for!

We are recruiting Security Professionals based on site at His Majesty's Court & Tribunal Service buildings. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided. You just require a positive customer service approach in everything you do.

So, what does a typical day as a Court & Tribunal Security Officer look like? This is not an average security job and every day within the Court & Tribunals service brings something new. You will be entrusted to ensure a safe environment for this essential National service and will become an important part within the justice system. You will gain job fulfilment from protecting and helping society and vulnerable people throughout a difficult time in their lives.

Your day will consist of providing a first class customer experience, meeting and greeting all Court users, whilst patrolling and securing the impressive building. If this appeals to you are you would like to learn more about this unique job working within a prestigious location then please apply.

You will be working Monday to Friday, average 50 hours per week, with flexible and part-time hours if required. There is no weekend or night work, but we can often offer overtime on a Saturday, Sunday, and Bank holidays. The weekends will be paid at a generous rate of 1.5x for Saturdays and 2x for Sundays, alongside a rate of 1.5x for weekday overtime outside of normal court operating times. Rolling shift pattern for this position: 2 weeks 0700 until 1900
2 weeks 0815 until 1645

• Guaranteed 50 hours per week
• £1 per hour attendance allowance

Rate of pay will increase in April 2024 to £11.67/ph plus £1 attendance allowance. To succeed in this unique and rewarding career you will need the following:

• Strong people and customer service skills
• An SIA licence
• Effective communication skills
• A drive to succeed by working as part of a close-knit team

We value differences between people as it generates a more creative and productive business environment. A diverse workforce that reflects our customer base helps to drive our business strategy. To support this, it is the company policy to recruit in an open, fair and unbiased way. OCS encourages applications from all groups and all ages into any suitable role.

What is in it for you?

• Working within a business built on values and teamwork
• 22 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• Input in a pension scheme
• Access to high street discounts and low interest rate loans
• Ability to gain recognition for a job well done through our 'OCS Stars' scheme
• Career enhancing training and development opportunities including apprenticeships, e-learning and our award nominated 'Impact' Programme
• Cycle to work scheme- discounted bicycles
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- 24-7 Wellbeing Support.

About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.