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Job Description:
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a legal qualification or working as a paralegal/legal analyst to gain exposure to a broad range of legal work within a market-leading financial services company.
Skills/Experience:
Experience in financial services/securities services would be beneficial, but open to candidates with a Legal degree/diploma, working in an entry level legal role, or a paralegal background.
Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts would be beneficial.
Experience working on international transactions and coordinating across jurisdictions.
Ability to identify legal risks, propose solutions, and balance commercial needs with legal obligations.
Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex matters clearly.
Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
Core Responsibilities:
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts
Supporting financing transactions
Advising colleagues across legal, business, and operations
Managing external counsel relationships and coordinating cross-border advice.
Developing and maintaining standard precedents and checklists to support efficiency.
Delivering training and guidance to colleagues on legal and regulatory matters.
Ensuring compliance with internal policies and risk frameworks during negotiations.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16238
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
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Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-09-17 17:26:36
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Secretary to join a well-established law firm offering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses.
As a Litigation Secretary, you will be providing administrative support to Fee Earners within the personal injury department.
This part-time office-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits working 3 days a week.
You will be responsible for:
* Collaborating with experts, legal counsel, witnesses, and the court
* Drafting correspondence and legal documents via audio transcription and copy typing
* Reviewing documents for precision and correctness
* Calculating case-related expenses for cost updates and invoicing
* Handling telephone communications and relaying messages
* Scheduling appointments, coordinating diaries, and addressing client needs
* Preparing outgoing mail and accompanying documents
* Maintaining strict confidentiality and data security in accordance with GDPR
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Litigation Secretary, Dispute Resolution Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
* Must have secretarial experience in Litigation.
* Ideally have experience in personal injury.
* Strong communication skills with an ability to work well within a team.
* Use of Proclaim Case Management system advantageous
Shift timing:
9:00am - 5:15pm (3 days a week)
Apply now for this exceptional Litigation Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chichester, England
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Salary / Rate:
Posted: 2025-09-17 13:04:19
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Paralegal / Family Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal firm based in Bridport, known for its professional and supportive working environment.
As a Family Paralegal / Family Legal Secretary, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to fee earners, assisting with paralegal tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of case management within the family department.
This full-time role offers a minimum salary of £25,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Offering administrative support to fee earners, including file maintenance and preparation of legal documents.
* Assisting in the preparation of bundles for Court, Counsel, and experts.
* Handling client enquiries and maintaining comprehensive client files.
* Arranging attendance at conferences, hearings, and other relevant events.
* Managing the firm's archiving process.
* Ensuring adherence to internal file opening and closing procedures, both electronically and manually.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Family Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
* Prior experience in a family law setting.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office with strong IT, telephone, and communication skills.
* Strong proof-reading skills with attention to accuracy and consistency.
* Excellent organisational skills.
This is a great opportunity for a Family Paralegal to join a supportive and dynamic team, providing vital services within the family law sector.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridport, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 16:33:57
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Legal Secretary / Paralegal to join a well-established legal firm based in Bridport, known for its professional and supportive working environment.
As a Family Legal Secretary / Paralegal, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to fee earners, assisting with paralegal tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of case management within the family department.
This full-time role offers a minimum salary of £25,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Offering administrative support to fee earners, including file maintenance and preparation of legal documents.
* Assisting in the preparation of bundles for Court, Counsel, and experts.
* Handling client enquiries and maintaining comprehensive client files.
* Arranging attendance at conferences, hearings, and other relevant events.
* Managing the firm's archiving process.
* Ensuring adherence to internal file opening and closing procedures, both electronically and manually.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Family Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
* Prior experience in a family law setting.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office with strong IT, telephone, and communication skills.
* Strong proof-reading skills with attention to accuracy and consistency.
* Excellent organisational skills.
This is a great opportunity for a Family Legal Secretary to join a supportive and dynamic team, providing vital services within the family law sector.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridport, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 11:52:05
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Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking.
Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions.
All services are client and needs-led.
Community Services Directorate
Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; , Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) , Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service , Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country), Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum, Black Country Counselling Service , Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young Person's service (Black Country), West Midlands Stalking Service, Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)
This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service
The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements.
The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users.
Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Dudley Council Children's Social Care are implementing the nationally recognised Family Safeguarding approach to working with whole families to support child protection arrangements.
Family Safeguarding Teams are multi-disciplinary and include professionals from children's social care, probation services, mental health and domestic abuse
The Family Safeguarding approach presents a unique opportunity for multi-disciplinary teams to support whole families with all aspects of delivery, reflecting a family focus approach that prioritises safeguarding for children, young people and adults.
Black Country Women's Aid service will second Domestic Abuse Victim support to parents/carers of Young People who are open to a Family Safeguarding support intervention.
The role will be based within the Family Safeguarding teams and work as part of the multi-disciplinary service to improve outcomes for families.
The aim of the roles is to reduce the impact of Domestic Abuse in parents whose children are being supported through a Family Safeguarding intervention by providing evidence-based outcomes.
Collaborative practices between Dudley Council & Black Country Women's Aid will be enhanced through shared learning & training and developing a best practice model within the service.
Job Role Job Title: Domestic Abuse Practitioner (maternity cover)Position available: 1 part-time position- 12 months maternity cover (22.5 hours- days negotiable), based in Dudley Salary: £14,586.02 (unqualified) - £17,483.45 (qualified) pro rata, £24,310.04 (unqualified) - £29,139.08 (qualified) FTEClosing date: 10 October 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you?
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults.
The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: The Domestic Abuse Practitioner will work within the family safeguarding team, focusing on providing support to victims of domestic abuse who have been referred from Childrens services specifically those on child in need and child protection plans.
If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions
Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The post holder must be female.
Employment checks
As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks:
Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally.
To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally.
We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK.
A copy of these will be taken.
Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially.
You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you.
DBS
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Type: Contract Location: Dudley, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 12 months
Salary / Rate: £24310.00 - £29139.00 per annum + FTE
Posted: 2025-09-12 14:01:08
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A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Cook to work in an exceptional care home based in the Bristol area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This care home offers specialist dementia and nursing care.
An experienced team combine professional care with a popular activities programme, while respecting the choice and privacy of all involved
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*To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering
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As a Cook your key duties include:
Prepare, cook and serve meals for members at the lunch, breakfast or afternoon tea clubs
Plan and prepare meals that fit within the budget guidelines given by the Manager and control waste
Comply with the policy and procedures as stated within the Food Safety Manual
Respect Member's rights to privacy, dignity and choice
In conjunction with the Manager, plan the menus to provide nutritionally balanced and attractively presented meals for members, providing when necessary for any special diets
Enable Member's preferences and choice, including the needs of minority ethnic groups
Check on food stocks, list requirements and order stores, paying attention to cost effectiveness and keeping within the financial plan, in conjunction with the Manager
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Experience of preparing and cooking for a large number of people
Experience of catering for cultural needs and a wide variety of diets
Ability to deliver meal provision within a budget
Clear verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain all aspects of confidentiality
The successful Cook will receive an excellent salary of £13.85 per hour and the annual salary is £28,808 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 40 hours a week on days.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
Life assurance
A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
Genuine career progression and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
Access to wellbeing resources
Recommend a friend scheme
Family friendly policies
Long service awards
Free uniform and DBS check
Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
Reference ID: 7084
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £28808 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-12 13:14:35
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Catering Manager to work in an exceptional care home based in the Bristol area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This care home offers specialist dementia and nursing care.
An experienced team combine professional care with a popular activities programme, while respecting the choice and privacy of all involved
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*To be considered for this position you must hold a City and Guild 1 or 2/NVQ Level 2 in Catering
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As the Catering Manager your key responsibilities include:
Manage the Catering provision within the home/scheme to deliver a quality service
Ensure that all residents' nutritional needs are met whilst respecting the choice of the individual and promotes health and wellbeing
Managing the efficiency, hygiene and safety in the catering area and to organise and supervise the work of other staff working in the kitchen
To maintain the correct HACCP principles in all catering areas and ensure all legislative standards are met
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Able to delegate to a kitchen team
Ensuring all of the residents receive their meals throughout the day
Able to understand the national minimum standards for care catering
Experience within a care environment or restaurant/pub
The successful Catering Manager will receive an excellent salary of £15.90 per hour and the annual salary is £33,072 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 40 hours a week.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
Life assurance
A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
Genuine career progression and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
Access to wellbeing resources
Recommend a friend scheme
Family friendly policies
Long service awards
Free uniform and DBS check
Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
Reference ID: 7083
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £33072 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-12 13:14:18
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional residential care home based in the Harwich, Essex area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers
This is a purpose-built care home for people with residential or dementia care needs.
A dedicated and compassionate team ensure everyone receives the person-centred care that they deserve, tailored to their individual needs and preferences
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*To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
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As a Senior Care Assistant your key duties include:
You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well
Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing
You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Passionate about caring for older people
Previous care experience
Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care
You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative
Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important
Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks will also be strengths
Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care then we'd love to hear from you
The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £14.33 per hour and the annual salary is up to £32,787.04 per annum.
We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
Life assurance
A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
Genuine career progression and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
Access to wellbeing resources
Recommend a friend scheme
Family friendly policies
Long service awards
Free uniform and DBS check
Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme
Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
Reference ID: 6464
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwich, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £32787.04 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-12 12:58:37
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional residential care home based in the Harwich, Essex area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers
This is a purpose-built care home for people with residential or dementia care needs.
A dedicated and compassionate team ensure everyone receives the person-centred care that they deserve, tailored to their individual needs and preferences
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*To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
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As a Senior Care Assistant your key duties include:
You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well
Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing
You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Passionate about caring for older people
Previous care experience
Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care
You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative
Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important
Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks will also be strengths
Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care then we'd love to hear from you
The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £14.33 per hour and the annual salary is up to £32,787.04 per annum.
We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
Life assurance
A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
Genuine career progression and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
Access to wellbeing resources
Recommend a friend scheme
Family friendly policies
Long service awards
Free uniform and DBS check
Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme
Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
Reference ID: 6464
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwich, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £32787.04 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-12 12:58:35
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Secretary to join a well-established law firm offering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses.
As a Litigation Secretary, you will be providing administrative support to Fee Earners within the personal injury department.
This part-time office-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Collaborating with experts, legal counsel, witnesses, and the court
* Drafting correspondence and legal documents via audio transcription and copy typing
* Reviewing documents for precision and correctness
* Calculating case-related expenses for cost updates and invoicing
* Handling telephone communications and relaying messages
* Scheduling appointments, coordinating diaries, and addressing client needs
* Preparing outgoing mail and accompanying documents
* Maintaining strict confidentiality and data security in accordance with GDPR
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Litigation Secretary, Dispute Resolution Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
* Must have secretarial experience in Litigation.
* Ideally have experience in personal injury.
* Strong communication skills with an ability to work well within a team.
* Use of Proclaim Case Management system advantageous
Shift timing: 9:00am - 5:15pm
Apply now for this exceptional Litigation Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chichester, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £20000 - £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-10 12:56:05
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Secretary to join a well-established law firm offering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses.
As a Litigation Secretary, you will be providing administrative support to Fee Earners within the personal injury department.
This full-time office-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Collaborating with experts, legal counsel, witnesses, and the court
* Drafting correspondence and legal documents via audio transcription and copy typing
* Reviewing documents for precision and correctness
* Calculating case-related expenses for cost updates and invoicing
* Handling telephone communications and relaying messages
* Scheduling appointments, coordinating diaries, and addressing client needs
* Preparing outgoing mail and accompanying documents
* Maintaining strict confidentiality and data security in accordance with GDPR
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Litigation Secretary, Dispute Resolution Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
* Must have secretarial experience in Litigation.
* Ideally have experience in personal injury.
* Strong communication skills with an ability to work well within a team.
* Use of Proclaim Case Management system advantageous
Shift timing: 9:00am - 5:15pm
Apply now for this exceptional Litigation Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chichester, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £20000 - £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-10 12:53:56
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Responsibilities:
To carry out statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996, Part VI, and VII of the Housing Act as amended.
To provide reports and statistics about the reviews function and support any service improvement initiatives.
To manage an extensive caseload of reviews and appeals and ensure the investigation and response to these is high quality and within legal deadlines.
To liaise with medical team, customers, solicitors, housing providers, advocates and agencies to ensure cases are thoroughly investigated.
To make complex robust decisions and recommendations on casework undertaken in the Housing Options Service, including to overturn and uphold decisions and service practice.
To respond to a high level of complex complaints.
Investigating the issues and responding on the full range of issues raised.
Ensure enquiries into complaints are comprehensive and apply relevant legislation, caselaw and policy but also show sensitivity to households needs.
To research and draft thorough responses to the Local Government Ombudsman as requested and to ensure all information requested by the Ombudsman is made available.
To provide an excellent customer care service which promotes a positive image by phone or any other method of communications.
To raise customer care concerns about the service which emerge as a result of reviews in the Housing Options management team.
To promote a housing options approach to service delivery, maximising homelessness prevention and the take up of a range of effective solutions to meet housing need.
To thoroughly investigate complaints from members and senior managers and where necessary to carry out interviews and home visits to gather information.
To liaise closely with the Legal Department to provide instructions, agree decisions, discuss matters of law and interpretation, request counsels' advice, draft statements and affidavits and attend court wherever necessary.
From time to time to deal with requests for information under the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act and to be aware of the requirements of the legislation and Lewisham practice.
Input all data, make detailed case notes and update progress on reviews on all IT systems
To record and monitor all complaints, enquiries, reviews and appeals being dealt with.
To produce reports on areas of bad practice, training needs, lack of process or procedures arising out of the review or complaint cases and recommend service improvements, changes to procedures and working practices.
To assist in the identification and addressing of training needs in the service.
To undertake training as required, e.g.
on new legislation or new technology.
To be the lead officer within housing needs to share new developments and best practice.
Carry out own administration function and provide all information and data as requested by managers dealing with correspondence, maintain records and produce reports as necessary.
To participate in project groups as required and provide information and feedback in the development of annual service and work-plans within the Homelessness Service.
To ensure the achievement of all performance targets relating to reviews and appeals and allocated enquiries and complaints.
Required:
Experience writing S202 Reviews
Extensive knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 as amended and related legislation and caselaw.
Knowledge of related social welfare, human rights and immigration legislation.
Knowledge of review procedures.
Experience of managing a caseload.
Experience of undertaking dealing with statutory homelessness and reviews of decisions under the Housing Act 1996.
Experience of dealing with members of the public in sometimes stressful situations where their expectations cannot always be met.
Experience of achieving performance targets and departmental objectives.
Experience of training, support and mentoring staff.
Experience of excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex legislation so it is easily understood by diverse range of customers.
Experiencing of prioritising competing demands in a pressurised environment, recognize service priorities.
If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on 02036913890 between 9am to 4pm (Mon to Fri) ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Lewisham, England
Salary / Rate: £20.50 - £21.50 per hour
Posted: 2025-09-10 10:12:32
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Registered Manager to work in an exceptional residential care home based in the Romsey, Hampshire area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This service offers a home for life for adults with severe learning disabilities and complex restrictive behaviours, usually associated with autism, including self-injury
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*To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health & Social Care
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As the Registered Manager your key responsibilities include:
Formulation of support plans
Writing of residential core assessments, pathway plans and other competent reports to professionals as necessary
Direct work with people we support and their families as part of the family support work to assess risks, strengths and viability of living in the community
Day to day running of the projects, policies and procedure, finance and all administration involved
Managing and working with set budgets
Maintain up-to-date both manual and electronic records and databases
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Clear enhanced DBS Record
Experience of Social Services and Local Authorities
Must have sound knowledge and understanding of CQC and current legislations
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Minimum of two years' experience in a similar role
The successful Registered Manager will receive an excellent salary of £40,000 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Market leading pay rates
Free compliance training, and opportunities to develop
NEST Pension Scheme
Meals are provided at the home during shift
Refer a Friend Bonus
Free enhanced DBS check
Access to your pay as you earn it through our Moorepay partnership
Employee Assistance Programme (access to free telephone counselling and legal advice)
Life Assurance (2x salary)
Reference ID: 6992
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Romsey, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-09 18:06:28
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Registered Manager to work in an exceptional residential care home based in the Romsey, Hampshire area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This service offers a home for life for adults with severe learning disabilities and complex restrictive behaviours, usually associated with autism, including self-injury
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*To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health & Social Care
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As the Registered Manager your key responsibilities include:
Formulation of support plans
Writing of residential core assessments, pathway plans and other competent reports to professionals as necessary
Direct work with people we support and their families as part of the family support work to assess risks, strengths and viability of living in the community
Day to day running of the projects, policies and procedure, finance and all administration involved
Managing and working with set budgets
Maintain up-to-date both manual and electronic records and databases
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Clear enhanced DBS Record
Experience of Social Services and Local Authorities
Must have sound knowledge and understanding of CQC and current legislations
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Minimum of two years' experience in a similar role
The successful Registered Manager will receive an excellent salary of £40,000 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Market leading pay rates
Free compliance training, and opportunities to develop
NEST Pension Scheme
Meals are provided at the home during shift
Refer a Friend Bonus
Free enhanced DBS check
Access to your pay as you earn it through our Moorepay partnership
Employee Assistance Programme (access to free telephone counselling and legal advice)
Life Assurance (2x salary)
Reference ID: 6992
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Romsey, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-09 18:06:11
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Credit Hire Legal Advisor
Location: Flexible / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive + benefits
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Credit Hire Legal Advisor to join a leading law firm.
Youll play a key role in handling litigated credit hire claims, providing clear advice to clients, and taking a pragmatic commercial approach to settlements.
The Role
- Manage a caseload of litigated credit hire claims from inception to resolution.
- Advise clients on litigation strategy, costs, and risks.
- Instruct Counsel, attend hearings/CMCs, and undertake telephone advocacy where required.
- Liaise with clients, insurers, and third parties to keep cases progressing smoothly.
- Support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative working environment.
About You
- Solicitor, CiLEX, or experienced file handler with proven expertise in credit hire.
- Strong knowledge of CPR, case law, RTA liability, and quantum issues.
- Experience handling fast- and multi-track claims.
- Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and client care skills.
- Organised, detail-driven, and commercially aware.
Benefits
- 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays, with holiday buy/sell scheme.
- Hybrid working model.
- Life assurance & pension scheme.
- Medicash health plan & wellbeing support.
- Volunteering days, matched charity giving, and funded social events.
- Training, development, and clear progression opportunities.
If you would like to apply then please send an updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or contact 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Seacombe,England
Start: 09/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-09 15:45:09
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Assistant Solicitor / Legal Executive / Litigation Executive (Grade C or above)
Civil Liberties Department Post Office Team
Manchester
Salary Highly Competitive
About the Role:
My client is looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Litigation Executive (Grade C or above) to join a nationally recognised Civil Liberties team.
You will be working on one of the most important legal cases in recent history representing clients in civil claims arising from the Post Office Horizon IT scandal.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced senior fee earners on high-profile and complex litigation, contributing to one of the biggest miscarriages of justice cases in the UK.
You will be supported, developed, and encouraged to progress while gaining exposure to work that is both challenging and rewarding.
What Youll Be Doing
- Assisting senior fee earners with managing civil actions from start to finish.
- Liaising with clients, counsel, defendants, and other parties.
- Reviewing and organising documentation and evidence.
- Supporting the preparation of complex schedules of loss and forensic loss analysis.
- Helping obtain, review, and interpret expert medical and accountancy evidence.
- Progressing cases efficiently within legal frameworks while maintaining client confidence.
- Drafting letters of claim, witness statements, and other legal documents.
- Contributing to the development of junior colleagues in the team.
- Upholding departmental protocols, internal procedures, and compliance standards.
- Supporting business development and promoting the departments work.
What Theyre Looking For:
- Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive (Grade C or above).
- Strong attention to detail and excellent drafting skills.
- Experience in claim quantification, forensic loss work, and preparing complex schedules of loss.
- Knowledge or willingness to develop expertise in Post Office Horizon claims.
- Ability to scrutinise and fact-check evidence with a methodical approach.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Outstanding client care skills, with sensitivity towards vulnerable clients.
- Litigation experience is desirable but not essential.
- A proactive and positive attitude, with a genuine interest in career development and progression.
Whats on Offer:
- Highly competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives.
- Enhanced family-friendly leave policies.
- Life insurance and referral programme.
- Supportive, approachable, and collaborative working environment.
- Clear commitment to professional development and career progression.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist team at the forefront of a nationally significant legal case.
Youll work on life-changing claims alongside leading experts in the field, in a firm that genuinely values its people, clients, and community.
Please send updated CVs to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 01/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-01 16:55:04
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Solicitor / Legal Executive / Litigation Executive (Grade A/B)
Civil Liberties Department Post Office Team
Manchester
Salary Highly Competitive
About the Role:
My Client is seeking talented and passionate fee earners to join a nationally recognised Civil Liberties team working on one of the most significant legal battles in UK history representing clients in civil claims against the Post Office following the Horizon IT scandal.
This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a specialist team dedicated to righting wrongs, delivering justice, and supporting clients through complex, high-profile litigation.
Youll work closely with colleagues, counsel, and experts to secure life-changing results for victims of one of the biggest miscarriages of justice the country has ever seen.
They are recruiting for two experienced fee earners (Grade B or above) to run their own caseloads, plus one additional role within the team.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Representing clients in civil actions from inception to resolution.
- Liaising with clients, counsel, defendants, and third parties.
- Reviewing documentation and evidence with a forensic eye for detail.
- Drafting complex schedules of loss and carrying out detailed quantification of claims.
- Obtaining and interpreting expert medical and accountancy evidence.
- Progressing cases efficiently within legal frameworks and managing client expectations.
- Litigating matters where necessary.
- Supporting junior colleagues and contributing to the teams development.
- Engaging in business development to strengthen the departments profile.
What theyre Looking For:
- Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive.
- Strong background in quantification of loss whether from serious injury, clinical negligence, industrial disease, or civil liberties.
- Excellent drafting skills (letters of claim, witness statements, schedules of loss).
- Proven ability to scrutinise evidence and apply a forensic approach.
- Exceptional client care skills, with the ability to support vulnerable clients with empathy and professionalism.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- Litigation experience desirable but not essential.
- A proactive, positive, and can-do attitude, with a genuine passion for justice.
Whats on Offer:
- Highly competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives.
- Enhanced family-friendly leave policies.
- Life insurance and referral programme.
- Supportive, approachable, and collaborative team culture.
- Clear commitment to professional development and career progression.
Why Join?
This is more than just a job its a chance to be part of a legal team making history.
Youll be working on cases that have national significance, within a firm recognised for its progressive, people-first approach and long-standing commitment to standing up for justice.
Please forward your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 01/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-01 16:42:05
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Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking.
Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions.
All services are client and needs-led.
Community Services Directorate
Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;
Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; , Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) , Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service , Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country), Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum, Black Country Counselling Service , Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country), West Midlands Stalking Service, Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)
This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service
The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements.
The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users.
Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach.
The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted/ commissioning arrangements.
The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users.
Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach.
We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse.
Job Role Job Title: Walsall Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours)Location: Role will involve working in the Walsall community; when not working in the community, the role holder will be expected to work from the Head Office in Sandwell.Salary: £24,310.04 - £27,751.55 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 29 September 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team.We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults.
The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm.
As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children.
You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim.
The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives.
If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions
Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The post holder must be female. Employment checks
As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks:
Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally.
To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally.
We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK.
A copy of these will be taken.
Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially.
You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Walsall, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £24310.00 - £27751.00 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-01 16:35:10
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Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking.
Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions.
All services are client and needs-led.
Community Services Directorate
Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;
Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; , Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) , Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service , Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country), Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum, Black Country Counselling Service , Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country), West Midlands Stalking Service, Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)
This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service
The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements.
The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users.
Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach.
The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted/ commissioning arrangements.
The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users.
Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach.
We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse.
Job Role Job Title: Sandwell Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)Position available: 1 full-time position, covering the Sandwell areaSalary: £24,310.04 - £27,751.55 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 29 September 2025 BCWA reserve the right to close this advert before the closing dateAll interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team.
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults.
The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm.
As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children.
You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim.
The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives.
If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions
Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The post holder must be female.
Employment checks
As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks:
Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally.
To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally.
We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK.
A copy of these will be taken.
Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially.
You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you.
DBS
All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sandwell, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £24310.00 - £27751.00 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-01 16:34:22
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My client an award winning Legal 500 Boutique law firm provide a range of legal advice to both private individuals and businesses across the North East of England.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Residential Conveyancing Assistant for their Penrith office to assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload through dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone and assist in the processing of matters on a timely and cost-effective basis.
In terms of benefits, salary is £25k and include the following extras:
- Bonus scheme
- Employer contribution to pension at 4%
- 25 days holiday entitlement per year with an additional 3-day non-contractual leave for Christmas
- Free annual flu injection
- Rewards - employee discount platform
- Employee Assist - access to personal, legal, and financial issues, support and counselling and GP helpline.
- £50 gift card on your birthday with along with a late start or early finish
- £50 gift at Christmas
- 5 extra days paid leave on your 5-year anniversary
- Death in service benefit of 3 x salary
The purpose of the role is to support the Conveyancers in the maintenance of purchase, sales, re-mortgage, transfer of equity (both freehold and leasehold) files by effective file management while ensuring that clients are kept up to date and dealt with efficiently and that appropriate legal matters are raised and dealt with.
You will attend to clients, taking instructions, providing full support to the fee earner - collating, sending, checking documentation to all parties involved in transactions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career, this firm offer long term career aspirations.
As you can see from the benefits they offer, this is a law firm that genuinely looks after their people!!!!
If you are interested in the above Residential Conveyancing Assistant role and would like to know more, please call Tracy Carlisle on 0161 9147357 or forward your most recent CV to t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk
Refer a family member, friend or colleague and receive £500 in vouchers!!! Ask me for details.
Terms and conditions apply. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Penrith,England
Start: 01/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £25000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-01 13:18:11
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The Role: In-House Legal CounselLocation: Gloucester Salary: Up to £90,000 FTE (pro-rata for part-time) Sector: HospitalityWe are working with a dynamic and growing hospitality company to find them a qualified Legal Counsel to join their team.This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of legal matters where you can shape your role and make a real impact, supporting group expansion in the UK and internationally.This role offers flexibility, and we welcome applications from those who are interested in working 3 days per week.However, you will need to be in the office in Gloucester for work days.About the RoleYou will play a key role in client contract negotiations, provide legal guidance to the executive team and wider business, and ensure compliance with UK and international regulations.
While you’ll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, you’ll also be supported by the executive team and external legal advisors as needed.Key Responsibilities
Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including client, vendor, and outsourcing agreements.Legal Compliance & Regulatory Guidance: Ensure compliance with UK and international laws, covering corporate governance, employment, and commercial regulations.Risk Management & Mitigation: Identify legal risks and advise stakeholders on strategies to reduce them.Data Privacy & Security: Oversee data protection compliance (including GDPR) and advise on best practices.Stakeholder Communication & Reporting: Deliver clear, practical legal advice to non-legal colleagues, ensuring business and legal alignment.Corporate & Commercial Matters: Support key transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.Training & Education: Develop and deliver legal training sessions to internal teams, fostering a culture of compliance.Manage External Legal Providers: Oversee relationships and billing with specialist legal advisors.Due Diligence: Lead the due diligence process for group transactions.Alignment: Align existing agreements with external advisors and develop engagement frameworks.Review and Protection: Conduct comprehensive reviews of all legal matters to ensure compliance and protection.
All about you:
Qualified Solicitor (UK) with strong post-qualified experience in commercial, corporate, or technology law.Minimum two years’ experience in private practice at a law firm.Proven experience managing legal risks on complex projects and large-scale programmes.Expertise in data protection and compliance, including GDPR and data security.Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, able to work autonomously and manage multiple projects.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts for non-legal colleagues.Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) experience is highly desirable.
If you are a proactive, business-savvy legal professional ready to take on a high-impact role, we want to hear from you.
Send your CV to sheila@corecruitment.comYou must be able to live and work without restriction in the UK.To view all our vacancies, go to, www.corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
Start: asap
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £90k per year + pro rata
Posted: 2025-08-29 10:55:41
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Exciting Opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor!
My Client is seeking a passionate and motivated newly qualified solicitor to join their highly regarded OL/PL department.
This is a fantastic opportunity to handle a diverse caseload, including pre and post-litigation claims, from cradle to grave.
Tenacity, enthusiasm, and the right ability are more important than just qualifications!
Why Join Us?
- Quality Work: The firm only handles genuine cases, with high-quality non-CMC sources ensuring you work on meaningful, impactful claims.
- Strong Supervision & Training: Enjoy a supportive environment with excellent supervision, comprehensive training (including away days), and the opportunity to grow within a dynamic, ambitious firm.
- Generous Commission Structure: Earn a percentage of every case you win no hurdles, no caps! Your success is rewarded with no limits on your earnings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling a caseload of Personal Injury claims, with supervision, from inception through litigation.
- Drafting particulars for service, preparing schedules of loss, instructing counsel, and analysing reports.
- Providing client advice, managing risk assessments, and handling initial client inception.
- Advancing cases to achieve the best possible outcomes, utilizing civil procedure rules and litigation trends.
Personal Specification:
- At least 6 months of experience in Personal Injury law.
- Exceptional client care and quality control skills.
- Experience in managing a litigated caseload and drafting legal documents (witness statements, quantum evidence, etc.).
- Knowledge of Proclaim case management system is a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary: Flexibility for candidates with pre-qualification experience.
candidates with pre-qualification experience.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible 3/2 work-from-home pattern after probation.
- Generous Holidays: 23 days holiday, rising to 26, plus additional holiday perks after one year of service.
- Health & Well-being: Private medical insurance after two years, Death in Service, and more!
- Company Culture: Active social committee, diverse events, sports teams, and an emphasis on training and development.
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking, supportive firm.
Apply now to join a team that rewards your dedication and success!
Ready to Apply? Reach out today to learn more! If this role is of interest, please call Chris Orrell on 0161 914 7357 or forward your most recent CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk.
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In-House departments across the UK. Based in the Northwest, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our web site www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 29/08/2025
Salary / Rate: £33000 - £36000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-29 09:47:07
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Housing Disrepair Solicitor
Location: Manchester Area (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time
An established and reputable law firm based in Whitefield, Manchester, is seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair (HDR) Solicitor to join their dedicated team.
With over 25 years of success representing claimants, the firm is known for its client-focused approach, handling personal injury, accident, and housing disrepair claims.
The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and professional team that prides itself on delivering tailored legal services to clients who have suffered through no fault of their own.
The firm utilises modern case management systems to ensure claims are progressed efficiently and effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of litigated and pre-litigated housing disrepair matters.
- Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients.
- Gather and assess evidence, draft legal documents, and prepare court bundles.
- Negotiate settlements and liaise with third parties including experts, counsel, and opponents.
- Maintain regular and compassionate communication with clients throughout their case journey.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards.
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor with a valid practising certificate.
- Proven experience and expertise in housing disrepair claims.
- Strong skills in case file management, evidence review, and legal drafting.
- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
- Confident working independently as well as within a team environment.
- Proficient in using case management systems and conducting legal research.
- High attention to detail and a client-first, empathetic approach.
Whats on Offer:
- Competitive salary depending on experience.
- Supportive working environment with opportunities for progression.
- Convenient office location in North Manchester with on-site parking.
- The chance to be part of a firm that values client care, legal excellence, and team collaboration.
If you would like to apply for this amazing role then please send me your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or give me a call on 0161 914 3757 to discuss the opportunity further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Whitefield,England
Start: 27/08/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-27 09:24:04
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My client is currently recruiting for a Housing Disrepair Solicitor / Fee Earner to join their esteemed team based in Liverpool and they are offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join our team as a Housing Disrepair Solicitor / Fee Earner.
The ideal candidate will provide exceptional service and achieving the best results for their clients.
They welcome applications from candidates with claimant or defendant experience, as well as Fee Earners / Paralegals with a strong track record in handling pre and post-litigated housing disrepair matters.
While experience in Personal Injury is beneficial, it is not imperative.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of pre and post-litigated housing disrepair claims.
- Handle and draft various interlocutory applications.
- Liaise with Counsel and provide clear instructions when necessary.
- Work autonomously from instruction through to settlement.
- Handle complex cases efficiently.
- Manage small claims, fast track, and multitrack cases.
About You:
- Essential previous experience in housing disrepair matters.
- Target-driven with a commitment to exceptional client care.
- Confident in working to targets.
- Excellent telephone manner and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Excellent knowledge of the CPR and Housing Conditions case law.
- Ability to provide a high level of client care.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively, both as part of a team and using own initiative.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- 23 days holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Free onsite gym, weekly classes, and wellbeing programmes.
- Discounted onsite restaurant and coffee shop.
- Secure bike storage.
- Discounted local parking.
- Opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with a wonderful law firm.
If you are looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to work for a leading firm that truly value their employees development, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 for an informal discussion.
Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career.
Terms apply.
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In House departments across the UK.
Based in the North West, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market, and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.
You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.
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Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 27/08/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-27 09:16:03
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Legal Advisor Low Velocity Impact (LVI) Fraud | Personal Injury | Hybrid | Excellent Benefits
Are you an experienced Legal Advisor looking to specialise in Low Velocity Impact (LVI) cases? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact, working on both litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims involving allegations of fraud?
Im recruiting for a talented Legal Advisor to join a highly regarded legal team, where youll manage your own caseload and work closely with clients, referrers, Counsel, and insurers to drive claims forward.
What youll be doing:
- Progressing fraud and LVI claims in line with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
- Prioritising urgent matters and managing daily caseload effectively
- Instructing Counsel for conferences, hearings, and case management conferences
- Keeping clients regularly updated throughout the life of their claim
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with referrers to deliver consistent, high-quality service
- Liaising with BTE and ATE insurers to keep them fully informed on claim progress
What were looking for:
- Proven experience handling claims involving allegations of fraud and/or LVI
- Solid understanding of relevant legislation and case law
- Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong client care and communication skills, with the confidence to advise and update multiple stakeholders
Why join?
Youll be part of a supportive and inclusive team culture that values difference and believes in equal opportunities for all.
Our firm offers a modern, flexible working environment where collaboration is key, and people are encouraged to grow and achieve their potential.
Some of the benefits include:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with holiday buy & sell options)
- Hybrid working model
- Two volunteering days annually to support causes you care about
- Matched giving for charity fundraising (up to £250)
- Medicash cash plan covering dental, optical & physio treatments
- Wellbeing app with digital physio, skin cancer screening, and wellbeing tools
- Discounts and cashback on shopping and travel
- Life assurance (4x salary) & pension scheme
- Interest-free travel loan
- Active wellbeing network providing mental health support
- Training, development, and career progression opportunities
- Funded social events to connect with your team
- Dress for your day policy
If youre ready to join a friendly, forward-thinking firm where your expertise in LVI fraud claims will be truly valued, wed love to hear from you.
If you have the skills and enthusiasm to excel then please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 27/08/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-08-27 09:07:05
