Total 8 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in CH1 6LT

Your new company
Join an esteemed law firm based in Chester city centre, that offers excellent benefits and work environment. The selected candidate will work as a Legal Secretary within the Wills & Trust department, providing secretarial and administrative support to the wider team.
Your new role
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a role where you can provide partners, solicitors and consultants a high level of support, by demonstrating excellent secretarial service in the production and processing of legal documents and correspondence.
You will be joining a team that specialises in protecting the assets and wealth of high-net-worth individuals through inheritance and capital gains tax planning, the creation and management of trusts and by the preparation of tax-efficient wills. Previous experience within this area is an asset but not a requirement.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a Secretarial role or Legal environment (min)
• Exemplary communication skills, verbal and written
• Attention to detail and the ability to carry out general office tasks
• Skilled in diary management
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel

What you'll get in return
Benefits include 25-day holidays, enhanced pension, healthcare scheme, death in service and subsidised central city parking
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Award winning law firm, based in Chester, are keen to hire a Legal Administrator.
The role will provide direct support the senior fee earner and real estate team. It will involve handling and chasing a variety of documentation and dealing with clients and third parties over the telephone.
You will need strong prioritisation and organisational skills and be keen to use your initiative.
If you are an ambitious individual with previous administration experience working within a law firm, this could be a fantastic opportunity! Experience within Real Estate is preferred but not essential!

What will you be doing as a Legal Administrator?

• Deal effectively with clients and third parties over the telephone, in written correspondence and occasionally face to face, to provide advice and assistance
• Be responsible for chasing various documentation, ID, mortgage offers and searches
• Keep the case management system and any third-party web sites up to date in real time
• Ensure our clients and introducers of business receive the best possible service at times
• Prepare required documentation as required with the conveyancing process
• Prepare the completion packs for the accounts department, to include completion statements and invoices
• Deal with post exchange matters as directed by your team manager
• Be responsible for completions on the day of completion
• Comply with all of company policies and procedures
• Any other administrative duties required

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Must have previous administration experience within a law firm
• Strong administrative skills
• Experience within Real Estate would be preferred but is not essential
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good telephone manner
• Conversant in Microsoft office
• Highly organised
• Willingness to learn new skills
• A collaborative team player and an excellent communicator
• Experience of using a case management system would be an advantage

What will you get in return for your work as a Legal Administrator?

• Employee assistance programme
• Salary is up to £26k
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced sick pay
• Life cover 4 x annual salary
• 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• 3 days additional paid leave for Christmas office closure
• Birthday day off
• Additional leave awarded with long service
• Company pension
• Voucher reward scheme
• Discounted legal services
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Christmas bonus
• Free annual pension advice
• Family friendly policies
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
• Social events
• Access to 1000s of MBL webinars
• Annual reviews to discuss personal development plan
• Annual mandatory training programme

Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database.

Are you looking to go into the legal sector?

The primary role is to provide direct support to your line manager and the department, to enable the team to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include but will not be limited to the responsibilities given below. The employee is expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative to facilitate the smooth running of the support functions within the team. The role is intended to support a Senior Fee Earner within the Real Estate team in Chester.

What will you be doing as a Legal Administrator?

• Deal effectively with clients and third parties over the telephone, in written correspondence and occasionally face to face, in order to provide advice and assistance
• Be responsible for chasing various documentation, ID, mortgage offers and searches
• Keep the case management system and any third-party web sites up to date in real time
• Ensure our clients and introducers of business receive the best possible service at times
• Prepare required documentation as required with the conveyancing process
• Prepare the completion packs for the accounts department, to include completion statements and invoices
• Deal with post exchange matters as directed by your team manager
• Be responsible for completions on the day of completion
• Comply with all of company policies and procedures
• Any other administrative duties required to assist your team and other teams should the need arise Skills & attitude

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Strong administrative skills gained in an office environment
• Must have previous experience working as a Legal Administrator
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good telephone manner
• Conversant in Microsoft office
• Highly organised
• Willingness to learn new skills
• A collaborative team player and an excellent communicator
• Experience of using a case management system

What will you get in return for your work as a Legal Administrator?

• Employee assistance programme
• WPA cashback scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced sick pay
• Life cover 4 x annual salary
• 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• 3 days additional paid leave for Christmas office closure
• Birthday day off
• Additional leave awarded with long service
• Company pension
• Voucher reward scheme
• Discounted legal services
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Christmas bonus
• Free annual pension advice
• Family friendly policies
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
• Social events
• Access to 1000s of MBL webinars
• Annual reviews to discuss personal development plan
• Annual mandatory training programme

Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database.

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Security Officers required to work 4 on 4 off days and nights , with a payrate of £12.25





We are looking for dependable and courteous officers who can work within the local community.





Do you:Have a passion for providing excellent service?Respect diverse cultures and beliefs?Do you have at least two years of security experience? Hold a valid SIA certification?If so, you might be the perfect candidate for an exciting opportunity with Mitie.As a Community Security Officer, you are responsible for protecting the property, people, and assets of our clients whilst working in locations that may have religious beliefs that are different from your own, therefore you will need to be sensitive to their needs and expectations.The role also requires you to interact with children, vulnerable adults, and people who may have limited English language skills, therefore you will need to adjust your interaction accordingly.Main dutiesPositive point of contact for visitors and colleagues, providing "at point of need" support and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.Manage security or safety incidents, report and respond to any identified threats, and consult with our clients, colleagues, and visitors to improve their safety.Perform building and property patrols, health and safety incident management, access control, first aid, lost property management, and other duties as required. Mitie offer a wide range of benefits, as well as opportunities for career development and progression. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply online with your CV and a cover letterWhat we are looking forPrevious Security ExperienceSIA LicenseOur market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices. This gives you the chance to customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and much more!We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme.Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000 - giving peace of mind for your dependants. We also offer a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.



We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.



When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices. This gives you the chance to customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and much more!



We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme.



Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000 - giving peace of mind for your dependants. We also offer a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).



We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!



Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.



Since 1987, Mitie's 68,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.

We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.

When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices. This gives you the chance to customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and much more!

We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme.

Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000 - giving peace of mind for your dependants. We also offer a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).

We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.

Since 1987, Mitie's 68,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

Join our Mitie Team.

Together our diversity makes us stronger.

Area Security Officer
Join us as an Area Security Officer for stable, regular hours - no changing shift patterns, work that you can plan your life around and the opportunity to carve out a career within the biggest name in security.

This is a full-time permanent role working predominantly Monday to Saturday, 5 out of 7 days, between 8am - 5:15pm, however some flexibility will be required.
You will need to have a full UK driving licence and your own transport.

Your Time at Work
As an Area Security Officer, you will be responsible for:
- Greeting staff and visitors
- Interacting with the public
- Ensuring they follow security protocols keeping our customers and their premises secure
- Patrolling the premises and dealing with any security incidents
- Ensure visitors and staff are in a safe environment by de-escalating situations in a firm but respectful manner.

Our Perfect Worker
It would be ideal if you have an SIA license or experience in security, but if not, then full training will be provided.
What's crucial is your great communication and customer service skills. All our admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech savvy enough to use our digital devices.
As this is a mobile position, you will also need to have a full UK driving licence and your own vehicle.
We are passionate about growing our own people. All of our leadership team first started out in a security role, and many of them have worked their way up with G4S. If you have the talent and desire, then we will help you to develop your skills so that you can reach your potential with us.

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

About Staffline
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!


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.

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, set 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.

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

You will be working on a variable shift rota, 42.5 hours per week, on a permanent, full-time basis as follows: Week 1: 0730 to 1600
Week 2: 0830 to 1700 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
• Candidate must be able to stand in for lock up 0900 to 1800 to cover holidays and sickness
• Also, be available for occasional Saturdays which are on a 3-week rotational.

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.

Join us as an Area Security Officer in Chester where you will be required to carry out duties in a busy environment at a cluster of prestigious sites in and around Chester, with a high standard of security needing to be met at all times so no two days will be the same and you will have the opportunity to carve out a career with the biggest name in security.

Your Time at Work

Position: Area Security Officer
Location: Chester and surrounding areas
Pay Rate: £12 per hour
Hours: Average 42 hours per week
Shifts: Days, Nights and Weekends - no shift pattern, but your rota will be given in advance

Must drive and have own vehicle to get to sites. SIA license preferred, otherwise training can be provided for suitable candidates.

Your duties include:

- Greeting staff and visitors
- Controlling access in and out of the building
- Patrolling the premises and ensuring security protocols are being adhered to
- Dealing with disturbances/ issues and security incidents
- Dealing with first aid and incident reporting

Our Perfect Worker

It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. All our admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices.

Our perfect Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join G4S and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers.

Key Information and Benefits

- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

Job Ref: 1G4S (G64)

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.

Public Affairs Officer Job Overview:

Embark on a meaningful journey with a homeless charity as a Public Affairs Officer for an All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG). This role is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional well-versed in the intricacies of parliamentary and political procedures, particularly with a strong background in APPGs. As a corner stone within the charities dynamic policy and campaigns team, you will spearhead the activities of the APPG, playing a pivotal role in organising impactful events and contributing to strategic public affairs initiatives.

In this critical position, your expertise will be instrumental in shaping policy decisions, fostering stakeholder relationships, and advocating for substantive change in the landscape of homelessness. The role encompasses hybrid working arrangements, affording flexibility while necessitating occasional attendance at the charities head office in London. Your contributions will extend beyond the routine, influencing the narrative around homelessness and driving tangible progress.

Salary: £156 per day (PAYE) [£40,500 Full Time Equivalent]
Location: London, Hybrid (required to travel to Westminster for parliamentary briefs)
Contract/ Start Date: Temporary 4 Month contract / 4th January Start Date.

Key Responsibilities:

• APPG Secretariat: Oversee the management of an APPG, ensuring strict adherence to Parliamentary rules.
• Event Planning: Take charge of coordinating APPG Parliamentary events, from meticulous content development to securing engaging panellists.
• Programme Development: Collaborate on the formulation of yearly work plans, draft pertinent papers, and maintain the APPG website with relevant information.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and nurture a robust network of stakeholder support both inside and outside Parliament.
• Policy Development: Actively contribute to strategic public affairs initiatives through the APPG, including the drafting of impactful policy reports.
• Advocacy in Parliament: Promote the APPG by recruiting members and passionately advocating for its policy recommendations.
• Government Announcements: Lead the development and coordination of responses to government announcements on homelessness on behalf of the APPG where appropriate.

Required Experience:

• Comprehensive knowledge of parliamentary and political procedures, demonstrated through experience in running APPGs.
• Proven track record in planning and delivering successful policy and political events.
• Familiarity with delivering evidence-based policy solutions through policy projects.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral, enabling effective engagement with diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, coupled with the initiative to work independently when required.
• Previous experience in successful public affairs influencing activities, underscoring a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

If you're a seasoned professional with APPG expertise, join as a Public Affairs Officer. Open to considering part-time for the right candidate - apply now to be a catalyst for impactful advocacy and policy development. Interviews will take place W/C 18th December 2023.

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