Total 87 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in Exeter, BS1 1EH

Location: Bristol Hours: Monday – Friday
Are you an organised and motivated individual with a passion for providing exceptional client service?
Do you have a keen interest in the legal field and a desire to develop your career in Wills and Probate? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team as a Probate Legal Assistant.
As a Probate Legal Assistant, you will be an essential part of our Wills and Probate Team. You will work closely with Probate Case Managers/ Fee Earners, mastering the intricacies of probate applications and estate administration. Your role will involve:

Welcoming New Clients: Be the friendly first point of contact, setting up new cases and providing service quotes.
Administrative Excellence: Manage diaries, produce documents, and maintain accurate filing systems.
Customer Engagement: Handle inbound calls, provide updates, and assist customers, ensuring they receive exceptional service.
Case Management: Prepare correspondence, chase information, and handle legal forms.

We are seeking a proactive individual with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy diary system. Your ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, coupled with your commitment to confidentiality, will be crucial. You should have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and demonstrate empathy with clients who have suffered a bereavement.
Join NewLaw as a Probate legal Assistant and enjoy some outstanding benefits.....
Of course, there’s a great basic salary, but that’s just the beginning, our most popular benefits include:
Salary- £22,370 - £23,700 depending on experience, plus bonus potential.Annual leave- 24 days, rising to 26 with length of service. Of course, you’ll have public holidays too and we’ll even help you celebrate with an extra day off for your birthday!Pension- 3% Employer Contributions. Financial Benefits- save-as-you-earn scheme, employee referral scheme- earn £1,000 per person you successfully refer, free life assurance and access to our Benefits App offering unlimited access to a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Currys, B&Q & Wickes to name just a few).Lifestyle & Wellbeing Benefits- discounted & flexible gym memberships, eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with an NHS Approved mental well-being mobile app.Motoring Benefits- access to an employee vehicle-leasing scheme, free motor accident assistance, discounted vehicle repairs and discounts on weekend vehicle hire and van hire.Wagestream- a financial wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay, helps you save, provides financial advice and offers discounts on your shopping.
About you

Strong IT Skills: Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Customer-Focused: Excellent customer service skills and emotional intelligence to support clients in sensitive situations.
Organised: Strong organizational and diary management skills.
Empathetic Communicator: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Experience: Legal background preferred but not essential; ability to build and maintain strong client relationships is crucial.

About us
NewLaw is a leading specialist law firm, ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for three areas: Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence and Private Client services. Our fresh approach to managing personal injury claims has made us a major force in the sector since we were first established in 2004. Our teams of specialists provide a service that 95% of our clients would recommend.
We’re also part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.
We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.
Keep your career moving, smarter.

Your new company
Our client is a household name who have been operating for over 100 years. They currently have fantastic opportunities for law Graduates to join their Legal Advisor team in Bristol. If you are a Law graduate with at least an LLB and customer service experience, we would love to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-known brand, whilst using your skills to gain valuable experience within a legal services environment. Our client have parking available on site and are also happy for you to work remotely part of the week, once you have completed your training.

Your new role
Joining a busy and specialist team, you will provide legal advice and assistance to customers over the phone, advising on various areas of law, focusing on property, family, private client and employment. As a Legal Advisor you can expect to be providing accurate, initial legal advice and assistance to clients by telephone and in writing on a range of private law matters, offering positive resolutions over the phone. You can expect to work your way through their specially designed career framework which will allow you to become an expert in core areas of law such as Employment, Property and Family.

What you'll need to succeed
As a minimum you'll be a Law graduate (LLB), ideally with customer service experience looking to take the next step into building your legal career. Our client is also keen to hear from more experienced candidates, particularly those with the LPC and/or with expertise in providing advice in various areas of law, particularly family, property, private client and employment. You must be confident when dealing with customers and able to manage difficult conversations effectively with strong listening and communication skills. Our client don't necessarily require any experience in core foundation areas of law, however, if you have previously advised in these areas that would be highly advantageous.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive starting salary, generous holiday allowance and an excellent pension scheme. You will receive a great deal of support from the management team and dedicated specialist legal and claims trainers, to continue to develop your knowledge and experience. You'll participate in their renowned 4-week training programme to prepare you for the role and have real opportunity for progression within their Legal Department.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in applying for this position click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new role, please contact Ralph Barreto at Hays Legal in complete confidence at Hays.

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 firm
Our top 50 international client is looking to recruit an experienced Civil Litigator into their market-leading construction practice in Exeter. This prestigious team offers services for all construction/engineering related matters and has multiple members ranked as experts and leading practitioners in their field by Chambers UK and Legal 500.

Your new role
In your new role you will be handling a varied caseload of legal expense-backed-dispute claims involving, but not limited to property, construction, and consumer contracts. Other responsibilities in this role will include renewing and advising on legal expense cover, assisting partners and senior solicitors with more substantial disputes, and monitoring and provision of management information to insurer client. You will also be taking part in building and maintaining effective client relationships. You will be supported well in this team and will be encouraged to deal with clients proactively while working on a steady flow of incoming cases.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be either a Senior Paralegal, Legal Executive, or recently qualified Solicitor with experience, preferably in:
Legal Expenses Insurance Litigation, Consumer Claims Litigation, or Property Litigation.
General Civil Litigation backgrounds are also desirable. You would need to have a demonstrable ability to take on responsibility and manage and progress files independently. You will also be an excellent communicator and team player with great client handling skills. Strong academics and experience of running cases from start to finish are also required for this role.

What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic career opportunity for an ambitious and skilled Civil litigation Legal Professional looking to join a team with plenty of headroom for progression for the right candidate along with an excellent salary structure. Enjoying growing volumes of work, this team will provide an excellent platform for you to continue to build your successful career from.
With both flexible and hybrid working options available, this is a great opportunity that would suit full or part-time lawyers, and those already in the Southwest or those looking to relocate to the Southwest in the future.

What you'll 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 Ralph Barreto at Hays Legal. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: This role calls for excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of working closely within a team to support patients, visitors and staff in the healthcare sector. As well as responding to incidents of disorder clinically related challenging behaviour such as: Confusion, Delirium, Dementia, and Post Operation - Anaesthetic Related Delirium, are some of the situations you may be required to support. Each case will challenge you to adapt your approach and ensure that the best possible support is provided to our patients. All will require prompt and appropriate action in a courteous and helpful manner. Experience and an understanding of the healthcare environment, supporting patients and being customer focused is essential. You will help provide a professional security service, tailored to meet the needs of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and will protect, advise, investigate and act within a legal framework to maintain a safe and crime free environment for patients, staff and visitors. The security team work 24/7 365 days a year and so this role also has the potential to attract enhancements. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Day and Night shifts, 12 hours in duration, following a rolling 4 week pattern. Interview Date: To be confirmed. For further information please contact: John Rowland, Deputy Security Manager on john.rowland1@nhs.net For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Mobile Fire & Security Engineer needed in Exeter

Our client is one of UK's leading providers of Fire & Security Engineering & Facilities Management specialists in the provision of tailored and bespoke engineering services to a varied, blue-chip client base to include Industrial, Commercial, Corporate & Government environments respectively.

A Mobile Fire & Security Technician is required to carry out small-works installation, PPM/reactive and modifications to fire & security infrastructure systems to include (not limited to) access control, CCTV & intruder alarm systems within commercial, corporate and industrial facilities located in the London region (ideally we are looking for candidates in or close to South London).

Candidate Requirements & Additional Information

• Hold relevant qualifications & further training commensurate with a Fire & Security Technician i.e. FIA Units 1, 4 & 5 and possess a recognised apprenticeship
• Experience in the installation/commissioning & PPM of fire & security infrastructure systems as outlined above within commercial, corporate, retail & industrial environments.
• Driving License (Maximum of 6 Penalty Points)
• The ability to work as part of a call-out rota
• £38,000-£40,000 + Overtime + Travel time 0
• Company Vehicle i.e. Ford Transit Van or equivalent
• Pension & Healthcare Schemes
• Overtime
• Paid Call-out standby retainer

Please call or send a CV to apply

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Mobile Fire & Security Engineer needed in Bristol

Our client is one of UK's leading providers of Fire & Security Engineering & Facilities Management specialists in the provision of tailored and bespoke engineering services to a varied, blue-chip client base to include Industrial, Commercial, Corporate & Government environments respectively.

A Mobile Fire & Security Technician is required to carry out small-works installation, PPM/reactive and modifications to fire & security infrastructure systems to include (not limited to) access control, CCTV & intruder alarm systems within commercial, corporate and industrial facilities located in the London region (ideally we are looking for candidates in or close to South London).

Candidate Requirements & Additional Information

• Hold relevant qualifications & further training commensurate with a Fire & Security Technician i.e. FIA Units 1, 4 & 5 and possess a recognised apprenticeship
• Experience in the installation/commissioning & PPM of fire & security infrastructure systems as outlined above within commercial, corporate, retail & industrial environments.
• Driving License (Maximum of 6 Penalty Points)
• The ability to work as part of a call-out rota
• £38,000-£40,000 + Overtime + Travel time 0
• Company Vehicle i.e. Ford Transit Van or equivalent
• Pension & Healthcare Schemes
• Overtime
• Paid Call-out standby retainer

Please call or send a CV to apply

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The Estates Team's mission is to create and maintain safe, accessible, and comfortable physical environments and provide quality resources, facilities and services for all learners, staff and visitors.
We are looking for a professional, proactive, and highly customer focused individual to join our Estates team to build on and improve our customer focus and the service we provide to our customers within Exeter College.
As an Estates Security & Services Assistant you will be part of a team who are responsible for assisting our customers in a variety of ways, such as setting up classrooms for exams and open events or moving and storing furniture. You will also hold responsibility for ensuring the College’s security is maintained; undertaking building patrols and operating surveillance equipment. This will include opening and closing buildings and classrooms, working with fire alarms and activating/de-activating intruder alarms.


Another essential aspect of the role will be to carry out minor repairs and general maintenance work, alongside responsibility for providing a professional postal service which includes sorting the post, as well as delivering it to all our College sites.


You will have relevant work experience and good interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work flexibly within a team. You will have the ability to move goods and equipment in accordance with manual handling guidelines.


Full time shift pattern based on alternating shifts: 7am - 2.30pm or 2.30pm -10pm (Monday- Friday) Salary listed is including £1500 per annum shift allowance.

No Night Shifts
Overtime Available but not compulsory
Uniform Provided

A full driving license is essential, as you will need to drive a College vehicle as part of the role.

This is a great opportunity to join a high performing team in the College.


Our values – Ambition, Collaboration, Energy
Our values are what make us, us. Please do take a couple of minutes to learn more about them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcFUB8HvS9M


Your benefits
We recognise that taking regular breaks from work is important. The College offers full time support staff up to 44 days off per year (this includes 28 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and a period of operational closure at Christmas closure (which has been 8 days in recent years) in addition to annual leave. You will also have the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension scheme, find out more at www.lgpsmember.org.


Your development
As a member of our team, you will also have access to a range of excellent benefits and discounts, along with staff development opportunities, wellbeing services and activities.


Key Information
At Exeter College we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our student's including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.


All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
All posts at Exeter College are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further inform.


We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability, or sexuality. We welcome applications for employment from the whole community.


If you would like to apply today, please go to http://www.exe-coll.ac.uk/College/Jobs
If you would prefer to send in a CV, please email it to People-Team@exe-coll.ac.uk with the role in the subject line.
Any CVs submitted should cover full employment history and any gaps in employment.
No Agencies Please


The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight, Sunday 4th August 2024
Interviews for this position will be held on Tuesday 13th August 2024


Previous applicants need not apply.

Role: Prison Security Escort

Location: HMP Exeter

Standard Rate: £11.44 per hour + 33 days holiday pay

Overtime rate: £15.22ph (overtime after 37.5 hours)

Duration: Temporary role, with the opportunity to be long term

Typical hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-17:00

As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, assisting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work.

Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to)

• Checking the identification of the contractors
• Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures
• Booking in and out of the contractors
• Creating a tool list
• Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work
• Overseeing contractors whilst they are working (Please note you will have to stay with the contractors at all times)
• Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area
• Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison

About You:

• You will have good communication skills
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be safety conscious
• Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years
• Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks & providing photo identification)

Why should you apply?

• 33 days holiday per year
• No experience required
• Full training provided
• Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions

Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.

If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at Exeter, EX4 4EX please apply and we will be in touch.

SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.

Children Social Care Senior Legal Assistant needed in Exeter, £13.66 - £25ph PAYE - Reference: 5251260

Pay rate up to £25 per hour, dependant on experience

To provide practical support to solicitors including preparation and maintenance of trial bundles, renewal of orders, dealing with routine correspondence, drafting applications, liaising with witnesses and other administrative tasks that may be assigned.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@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.

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.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Your new company
Our client is a household name who have been operating for over 100 years. They currently have fantastic opportunities for law Graduates to join their Legal Advisor team in Bristol. If you are a Law graduate with at least an LLB and customer service experience, we would love to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-known brand, whilst using your skills to gain valuable experience within a legal services environment. Our client have parking available on site and are also happy for you to work remotely part of the week, once you have completed your training.

Your new role
Joining a busy and specialist team, you will provide legal advice and assistance to customers over the phone, advising on various areas of law, focusing on property, family, private client and employment. As a Legal Advisor you can expect to be providing accurate, initial legal advice and assistance to clients by telephone and in writing on a range of private law matters, offering positive resolutions over the phone. You can expect to work your way through their specially designed career framework which will allow you to become an expert in core areas of law such as Employment, Property and Family.

What you'll need to succeed
As a minimum you'll be a Law graduate (LLB), ideally with customer service experience looking to take the next step into building your legal career. Our client is also keen to hear from more experienced candidates, particularly those with the LPC and/or with expertise in providing advice in various areas of law, particularly family, property, private client and employment. You must be confident when dealing with customers and able to manage difficult conversations effectively with strong listening and communication skills. Our client don't necessarily require any experience in core foundation areas of law, however, if you have previously advised in these areas that would be highly advantageous.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive starting salary, generous holiday allowance and an excellent pension scheme. You will receive a great deal of support from the management team and dedicated specialist legal and claims trainers, to continue to develop your knowledge and experience. You'll participate in their renowned 4-week training programme to prepare you for the role and have real opportunity for progression within their Legal Department.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in applying for this position click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new role, please contact Ralph Barreto at Hays Legal in complete confidence at Hays.

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

Litigation and Planning Senior Lawyer (Hybrid) needed in Exeter, £43.12ph PAYE - Reference: 5250777

• You will manage a varied caseload including planning and enforcement advice, planning committee attendance and governance support, preparing planning agreements and advising on various aspects of highway and planning law.
• You will also be expected to offer some supervision to junior members of the team.

You will ideally have planning law experience.

Alongside remote working, there is an expectation that the postholder will attend committee meetings and Court hearings as required, including as advocate. We anticipate this being no more than once a month.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@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.

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.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Job Opportunity: Housing Concierge / Support Worker (Nights)
Role:Housing Concierge / Support Worker (Nights)Location: Bath, United KingdomSalary:£19,153 per yearHours:4 on 4 off, 7 PM - 3 AMContract Type: Permanent
Additional Information:

• Weekend and bank holiday working
• Waking nightshifts (be aware and alert throughout the duration)

Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety and security of residents in supported accommodation
• Conduct regular building checks
• Monitor CCTV and perform patrols to prevent anti-social behaviour
• Be the first point of contact for the 'on-call' system
• Maintain accurate event logs during shifts
• Actively secure the building
• Perform cleaning duties in common areas when cleaning staff are absent

Qualifications:

• Experience with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs
• Training provided for this overnight role

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

Position: Area Security Officer
Location: Bristol and surrounding areas
Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour
Hours: 42.5 per week
Shifts: Day Shift 08:45 AM - 5:15 PM, 5 days from Monday - Saturday

SIA licence preferable but training can be provided for the right person.

Must have valid driving licence and own vehicle.

Your Time at Work

- Greeting staff and visitors
- Controlling access in and out of the building
- Patrolling the premises and ensuring security protocols are 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 provide a friendly and professional service at all times. Join us 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 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.
- Eye care vouchers.
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities.
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Free uniform provided.

Job ref: (G171)

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Are you a person who is passionate about supporting or championing people who may need help or protection?

Our Victim and Witness Care Officers (VWCO) do just that, they are responsible for being the initial point of contact for victims and witnesses and providing support, guidance and help at the most critical of times.

They are the link between our internal departments and other organisations we work alongside, building relationships, to ensure all victims and witnesses feel fully supported, informed and updated.

As a Victim and Witness Care Officer, you will contact people following a crime to assess their needs and give practical and emotional support. You will be talking to multiple people every day and the people you will talk to may be upset, emotional, scared and distraught.

You will need to be able to deal sensitively with challenging and emotionally charged situations, demonstrate empathy and control own emotions.

This role is pressured, and you will therefore need to be someone who is happy working to tight time constraints and changeable deadlines.  

In this role you will:

Review police information to support decisions.
Make phone contact with victims of crime to offer support and help.
Make contact with organisations that protect children and adults who are at risk of harm.
Support witnesses and assist them in understanding their role, in the Criminal Justice process.
Keep victims and witnesses informed as their case progresses.
Skills required for this role:

Communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, including telephone skills.
Strong customer services focused conversations.
Working collaboratively and experience of building strong relationships with colleagues and other agencies.
Be a natural problem solver.
Computer literacy, proficient user of all Microsoft Office applications.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Security Officer who will work in the South West of England. You will need to demonstrate and deliver high quality guarding and customer service to both our clients and service users.
We are seeking highly experienced, customer-focused individuals who will be able to provide a safe environment for clientele and have high levels of diligence.
Information:

Position: Security Officer
Location: Bristol Area (BS1)
Pay Rate: £12.89 per hour
Hours: 48 hours per week
Shifts: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Nights

Job Role / Requirements:

SIA Licence required
CCTV SIA Licence would be preferred
Security and customer service experience is required
Must be flexible and be able to work; days, nights, weekends and have the flexibility to change shifts due to operational needs
Must have good command of English language
Good levels of customer service, communication both written & verbal at all times
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site.
Maintains working knowledge of the locations & security & safety for assigned areas
Flexible in the approach to daily duties
First Aid qualification is a bonus
Must have five years of checkable work history

About You:

Able to demonstrate and deliver high quality guarding and customer service to both our clients and service users.
Able to work in a team as well as on your own and have the ability to be pro-active and think on your feet use initiative
Be calm under pressure and confident in dealing with confrontational situations in a calm and professional manner
Physically fit to complete patrols internally and externally and able to stand/walk during shift
Confident in writing incident and shift reports
The ability to be pro-active and think on your feet use initiative
To always portray a friendly, professional and courteous demeanour, using open and appropriate body language.
To ensure that all visitors and staff are dealt with efficiently, providing an exceptional customer service at all times ensuring that their expectations are met, if not exceeded.
The role includes you to conduct opening & closing procedures of a building, patrolling, reception duties, access control, answering incoming telephone calls, Conducting emergency procedures.
To have a smart appearance befitting the company
Be confident you are able to undertake 100% of all specific duties
Be able to provide all the documentation and vetting information requested

Benefits:

Health care plan (HSF)
Perk Box (HSF) – discounts & offers from cinema tickets to days out
Cycle to work scheme
Tailed Site Uniform
First class training allowing you to develop your skills
A view for career development
Long service & Employee Recognition awards

CIS Security has been providing manned guarding services since 1972 and has developed into one of the most effective and reliable security companies in England. At CIS Security, we work as a team to deliver operational excellence and truly believe that the service we provide is unparalleled in the security industry.
At CIS Security Ltd, we do not just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. CIS Security Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, quality, and business needs.
Due to the volume of applications, if we have not contacted you within three weeks of initial contact then you have not been successful on this occasion.