Total 24 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in Cardiff, Cardiff County

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO WORK WITH THE BIGGEST PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANISATION

EXECUTIVE OFFICER'S REQUIRED

OMAGH, COUNTY TYRONE BASED

Based in Omagh, working 36 hours per week Monday to Friday 9-5pm, the successful candidate will work at an Executive Officer grade on a temporary basis, for our client's Pre-School Education Programme and support for the Pre-School Education Group (PEG).

The successful candidate will have excellent MS Excel skills including use of Pivot tables, graphs, look-up functions and formulas. They will also provide administrative support, follow set procedures, and exercise some independent judgement in carrying out instructions under general supervision.

The rate of pay for this role is £12.94 per hour.

Duties will include:

• Supervise staff including the allocation of tasks, checking output, quality and quantity of work, rotation and reallocation of duties or workload
• Ensure staff are appraised in line with the Education Authority's Staff Appraisal Procedures and assist in compiling a staff development plan for the team in accordance with the Education Authority's Staff Development Policy to maximise the potential of staff
• Provide administrative, clerical, and confidential secretarial support
• Arrange and service the PEG meeting and other relevant committees and working groups and draft minutes thereof
• Develop, maintain, and operate manual and computerised information systems in support of the service reviews and pre-school education
• Gather information from a variety of sources including schools, voluntary organisations, Department of Education and Health and Social Services and other organisations as required
• Use information technology systems and devise appropriate methodologies for the effective recording of data
• Use appropriate information technology to analyse data
• To be the first point of contact in the receipt of telephone calls; to receive visitors to the Section; deal with routine queries; and to record messages accurately
• Provide ICT administration, filing, faxing and photocopying in support of administrative processes including the use of email and internet
• Research, collate and prepare information to brief officers, prior to meetings and also take minutes at meetings
• To undertake any other duties which are commensurate with the grade of the post at the request of the Head of Section
• Comply with Education Authority policies and procedures in relation to the duties and responsibilities of the post
• Always maintain confidentiality of information received

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you.

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

To apply for this role, candidates must have the following:

NVQ Level 3, BTEC National or two 'A' levels or equivalent or higher examination qualifications

AND

Two years' experience working in an administrative role in an office environment to including the use of IT Microsoft packages, particularly Word and Excel.

OR

Five years' experience working in an administrative role in and office environment to include practical use of computers

To apply for this role, please click `Apply` to upload your CV.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Civil Litigation Solicitor needed in Cardiff

The rate is £50.00ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1399589

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a large debt case load autonomously. They will be responsible for recovering debts including both Adult Social Care and Corporate debts and others.

They will maintain accurate record of all files, including the status of them, value of debt and sum recovered and will advise the client directorate appropriately and keeping them updated. They will be issuing court proceedings to include preparing all relevant Court papers and will be advising and assisting others within the team to include reviewing the work of Legal Assistants.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

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Brook Street (UK) Ltd are recruiting a Helpdesk Operator for our leading Public Sector client Education Authority Northern Ireland, Belfast.

As a temporary-full time Helpdesk Operator you will provide administrative and secretarial support within the Maintenance department and carry out the functions of the Maintenance Help Desk.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• You will act as initial contact between the Maintenance Manager/Senior Maintenance Officer and the clients of the Education Authority, including principals, Education Authority members, and officers from other Education Authority's, the Department of Education and other educational agencies and the general public.
• You will deal with incoming and outgoing correspondence of a general nature, including drafting responses and/or forwarding to the appropriate officer
• You will prepare and collate all relevant material for the maintenance department.
• You will word process letters, memos, reports and other documents, including those of a confidential nature.
• You will maintain databases, spreadsheets and other documents.
• You will prepare materials for the maintenance manager using appropriate software packages.
• You will respond to all Helpdesk calls / emails / faxes received, ensuring that all communications are logged and actioned appropriately.
• You will operate Helpdesk software, monitoring customer use and software performance and informing Maintenance of actions required.
• You will maintain a professional Helpdesk service at all times, keeping customers informed of the progress of issues logged on the Helpdesk.
• To complete the daily printing of all works orders.

YOU WILL BENEFIT FROM:

• Full training and induction
• Work with a leading Public Sector Organisation that promotes diversity and inclusiveness
• Contribute positively to Education Authority NI's values and mission statement
• The opportunity (however not guaranteed) to apply for internal roles
• Accrue holiday hours as you work
• Brook Street (UK) Ltd back-office support and mentoring
• Ability to work across school admissions teams in all admissions regions across NI.
• No weekend work (Shift pattern Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

The rate of pay is £12.52 per hour, the hours of work are 0900-1700 Monday to Friday.

If you would like to apply for this role, please email your CV via the `Apply` link.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a bustling local authority, based in Wales, which needs a Civil Litigation Solicitor to join their team and handle a mixed Debt Recovery Caseload. This will include both Adult Social Care and Corporate debts.

The role can pay £55-£60ph umbrella and can be done fully remote. The contract will be on a 4-month rolling basis.

Key Responsibilities Of The Civil Litigation Solicitor Role:

• Manage and recover debts on behalf of the Council, including Adult Social Care and Corporate debts.
• Advise client directorates on recovery progress and strategy.
• Prepare and issue court proceedings, including all relevant court papers.

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in debt recovery, ideally within local government.
• Strong knowledge of debt recovery processes, including court proceedings.
• Advocacy experience in court.

Benefits Included With The Civil Litigation Solicitor Position:

• Remote working
• Weekly pay
• Flexible hours

If this Civil Litigation Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then 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.

Position:Mobile Fire & Security Engineer

Location: Belfast

Salary: 36000-38000

Shift Pattern : 39 hours per week, Overtime:- 1.5x Monday to Friday (Evenings) & Saturday (1st half) 2x Saturday (2nd half) & Sunday, On-Call (Allowance) - approx 1⁄5 - £150 standby

Job Purpose:

To carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Fire & Security Systems.

Key Responsibilities:

* To carry out PPM in accordance with set schedules, ensuring engineering standards are maintained in order to maximise the operational effectiveness and reliability of the Fire & Security Systems.

* Adherence to set engineering standards in accordance with Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) requirements.

* To ensure onsite Quality Assurance procedures are adhered to in all respects and to maintain accurate records/documentation associated with the Fire & Security Systems.

* To respond in a prompt and effective manner to all relevant reactive maintenance issues, and help desk requests. * To coordinate initial actions associated with all requests from the client.

* To coordinate visiting specialist subcontractors associated with Fire & Security Systems aspects of the PPM schedules.

* To respond to callouts and cover breakdowns and emergencies associated with the contract as required. * Fault diagnosis associated with the PPM or Reactive maintenance of the site.

* Assist other trades as necessary.

* Manage workload and prioritize jobs appropriately

* To provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required.

* To undertake miscellaneous duties as requested by the Client.

* To proactively work towards the growth of the contract into other service provisions be they System Upgrades, Like for Like replacements, Project works, etc

Health & Safety:

All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy.

Qualifications & Experiences

The knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the position are:

Essential

* Fire & Security Apprenticeship (or recognised equivalent)

* Health and Safety Training

* GCSE (or 'O' Level equivalent) passes in Maths and English or recognised equivalent

* Industry experience with similar maintenance duties including fault diagnosis, rectification and preventative tasks * The candidate must be fully experienced in fire alarms and have the certification to evidence this * Must have experience in IP and analogue CCTV

* Must be IPAF trained and have a valid Chapter 8 ECS card

Desirable

* City & Guilds Part 3 (Electrical Installation 2360) or recognised equivalent

* Experience in IT & Networking

* Supervisory experience for future development

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays & a day off for your birthday!

• Van + Fuel Card

• Private healthcare, Life insurance, Pension plan, Employee rewards and discounts & EDF Energy staff discount

• Up to £38k depending on experience (interview is salary graded)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Your new company
HMPPS (HM Prison and Probation Service) is the MOJ (Ministry of Justice) agency that carries out sentences given by the courts, rehabilitating people in their care through education and employment.

Hays are the sole agency supplier to the HM Prison Service for the provision of maintenance trades and support staff. In this role, you will be working for HMPPS as a Prison Security Escort at HMP Holme House.



Your new role
You will be responsible for:

• Documentation of Contractors' tools and equipment
• Escorting Contractors to their area of work ensuring all security gates/doors and locked accordingly
• Ensuring the safe keeping of the contractors and their tools and equipment whilst work is being carried out
• Escorting Contractors back to the main gate of the prison ensuring all security gates/doors are locked accordingly
• Documentation of Contractors contractor's tools and equipment upon leaving the establishment to ensure nothing has been misplaced.

You will be flexibly deployed to provide a range of other support service activities within operational areas of an establishment when required. This is an operational support job with no line management responsibilities.

What you'll need to succeed
You do not require any previous experience or qualifications for this role. You just need to be security conscious, able to challenge potential compromises of risk, and be reliable. Please note this role does not require you to drive.


Documentation needed
Security Clearance by the prison (Hays will organise this for you)
You must hold a valid passport or Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence at your current address.
Proof of National Insurance
Proof of address dated in the past 3 months.
All applicants must be able to provide details of at least 3 years of satisfactory references.

What you'll get in return
You will be paid weekly, with a premium rate of £11.44 per hour. You will receive all the relevant training for this role and have the opportunity to gain experience in a prison environment which will enhance your chances of gaining permanent employment with the MOJ direct.
Working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7:45am till 4:45pm with a 1-hour unpaid break. These hours may differ slightly with different projects and establishments.


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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
HMPPS (HM Prison and Probation Service) is the MOJ (Ministry of Justice) agency that carries out sentences given by the courts, rehabilitating people in their care through education and employment.Hays is the sole agency supplier to the HM Prison Service for the provision of maintenance trades and support staff. In this role, you will be working for HMPPS as a Prison Security Escort at HMP Frankland.
Your new roleYou will be responsible for:

• Documentation of Contractors' tools and equipment
• Escorting Contractors to their area of work ensuring all security gates/doors and locked accordingly
• Ensuring the safe keeping of the contractors and their tools and equipment whilst work is being carried out
• Escorting Contractors back to the main gate of the prison ensuring all security gates/doors are locked accordingly
• Documentation of Contractors contractor's tools and equipment upon leaving the establishment to ensure nothing has been misplaced.

You will be flexibly deployed to provide a range of other support service activities within operational areas of an establishment when required. This is an operational support job with no line management responsibilities.

What you'll need to succeed
You do not require any previous experience or qualifications for this role. You just need to be security conscious, able to challenge potential compromises of risk, and be reliable. Please note this role does not require you to drive.

Documentation needed
Security Clearance by the prison (Hays will organise this for you)
You must hold a valid passport or Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence at your current address.
Proof of National Insurance
Proof of address dated in the past 3 months.All applicants must be able to provide details of at least 3 years of satisfactory references.

What you'll get in returnYou will be paid weekly, with a premium rate of £11.44 per hour. You will receive all the relevant training for this role and have the opportunity to gain experience in a prison environment which will enhance your chances of gaining permanent employment with the MOJ direct.
Working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7:45am till 4:45pm with a 1-hour unpaid break. These hours may differ slightly with different projects and establishments.

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Major duties for the Lead Police Officer includes but not limited to:

• Leads a unit or team of employees and distributes/balances workload in accordance with established workflow or job specialization;
• Empathizes, engages, and communicates with all individuals encountered to ensure a positive and safe environment;
• Instructs/trains employees in specific tasks and job techniques;
• Resolves simple, informal complaints of employees and refers others to supervisor;
• Assures compliance with federal, state, county and municipal laws and ordinances as they pertain to VA property and agency rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement work;
• Writes uniform offense reports covering incidents that contain pertinent information, which is factual, classified properly, and submits reports timely;
• Questions victims and witnesses at the scene of an incident;
• Issues citations for personally observed violations of the law, rules, or regulations;
• Assists victims of accidents or assaults by providing first aid, etc.;
• Obtains statements from persons involved in or who has witnessed an accident;
• Pursues and apprehends person fleeing a crime scene or attempting to resist arrest while on VA property;
• Identifies and reacts to overcome life threatening situations such as natural or manmade disasters, hostage, barrier, terrorist attack, kidnap, or felony assault;
• Conducts long and short-term investigations;
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application.

Applicants will be reviewed throughout the open period of the public notice. The first cut-off date for consideration of applicants will be December 17, 2024. Thereafter, the cut-off for applications received will be every 60 days on February 14, 2025; April 15, 2025; June 13, 2025; and August 12 2025; until the public notice closes.

This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection.

This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) in accordance with Section 9902(b)(2) of Title 5 U.S. Code.

Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

Positions are located at the Pentagon (Arlington, VA) in the Pentagon Police Division; the Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army National Guard Readiness Center (Arlington, VA), and Mark Center (Alexandria, VA) in the National Capital Region Division; and Raven Rock Mountain Complex (Adams County, PA), which is part of the Pentagon Reservation and falls under the responsibility of PFPA.

Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following:

• Enforce local, state, and Federal laws and regulations; and enforce DoD policies and regulations relating to law enforcement and security.
• Physically protect designated facilities (buildings and grounds), employees, visitors, and staff from threats of crime and disruption; preserves law and order; and serves as a deterrent to crime and other violations of law, rules, and regulations.
• Perform protective services, security, and access control for the Pentagon and other buildings in the National Capital Region occupied by PFPA employees, government equipment, and property.
• Make arrests, prepare reports and testify in court.
• Interact with legal counsel and coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.

• Analyze and examines extremely difficult or controversial title cases. Cases related to the rights of Indians to hold or own realty property and life estates.
• Plan, organize, conduct research and analyzes legal documents pertaining to each specific case worked.
• Examine and corrects title documents for the acquisition and disposal of real property rights pertaining to trust, restricted, fee and reserved lands.
• Prepares abstracts of title by examining each legal instrument, determining the correct legal description of property.
• Advise the realty specialists in the preparation of forms of title conveyances and divestment documents, equitable title documents, deeds, leases, grants, property management agreements, stipulations, memoranda of understanding, casements, etc.

Service Care Solutions is currently working alongside a forward-thinking local authority, based in Darlington, which needs a Litigation Lawyer to join their team and handle a mixed caseload on behalf of the council.

This role can pay a rate of £45-£55ph umbrella and operate on a hybrid basis (office attendance twice a month). This is a contracted position on a 3-month rolling basis.

Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Lawyer role:

• Provide comprehensive legal services in civil litigation, including debt recovery, housing disrepair claims, and employment law matters.
• Draft court applications, prepare witness statements, negotiate with parties, and oversee case preparations for trial.
• Attend and present cases at courts, tribunals, and other relevant hearings.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate and rights of audience.
• Practical experience in civil litigation and attending court proceedings.
• Proficiency in interpreting legislation, case law, and providing sound legal advice.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Benefits included with the Litigation Lawyer role:

• Weekly pay
• Hybrid working
• Flexible hours

If this 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.

An opportunity has arisen for aLegal Assistant with experience in a law firm to join a Residential Conveyancing team at a well-established legal firm. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.

As a Legal Assistant, you will support fee earners in delivering exceptional service to clients during the conveyancing process.

You will be responsible for:

- Preparing draft documents and sales contracts.

- Requesting mortgage redemption figures and ordering searches.

- Responding to sales inquiries for various property types.

- Engaging with clients and updating them as necessary.

- Taking client instructions and verifying identification and funds.

- Managing correspondence through the case management system.

- Preparing mail and documents for dispatch.

- Performing photocopying and document storage.

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked as a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or in a similar role.

- Experience working in a law firm.

- Strong customer service abilities.

- Right to work in the UK.

- Enhanced DBS check.

What's on offer:

- Competitive salary

- 23 days holiday

- Company events

- Networking, corporate, and charity events

- Additional day off for your birthday and a personal day each year

- Length of service awards and recognition for special occasions

- Development opportunities

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

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