Hybrid working Central LondonPermanent PostOur client is seeking an experienced Payroll Technical Lead to join their busy team on a permanent basis;Duties include; Provide technical leadership to ensure payrolls are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension legislation. Review complex payroll calculations, adjustments and reconciliations. Lead on payroll year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure robust audit trails and controls are maintained across all payroll processes. LGPS and TPS Pension Administration Act as the payroll subject-matter expert for LGPS and TPS pension regulations. Ensure pensionable pay calculations are correctly applied and reported. Oversee monthly and annual pension returns and submissions to pension administrators. Manage complex pension cases including retirements, opt-ins, opt-outs, refunds, AVCs and pension absences. Implement changes arising from pension legislation updates and scheme regulations. Liaise with pension authorities, auditors and external stakeholders to resolve technical queries. Ensure payroll systems are accurately configured in line with statutory legislation, pension regulations and organisational policies. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of new functionality. Develop and maintain payroll procedures, technical documentation and system controls. Work closely with IT, HR, Finance and external suppliers to resolve system issues and deliver enhancements. Monitor payroll interfaces and integrations between Oracle Payroll and third-party applications Lead the administration, configuration and maintenance of Oracle Payroll and associated HR/finance systems. Allocate workload and monitor team performance against service standards. Provide technical guidance, coaching and training to payroll staff. Establish a culture of continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery. Support recruitment, induction and performance management activities. Investigate and resolve complex payroll and pension-related issues. Lead payroll transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Develop management information and reporting to support business decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance and data quality. Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, Internal Audit and external suppliers. Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll and pensions queries. Communicate technical payroll and pension information clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of recommendations. Extensive experience managing payroll operations within a complex organisation. Advanced knowledge of Oracle Payroll systems and payroll system administration. Strong understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) regulations and reporting requirements. Detailed knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC regulations and statutory payments. Experience of payroll reconciliations, system testing and implementation projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills. Previous experience leading and developing payroll teams. You will have; Lead the technical payroll function, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of all payroll services. Act as the subject-matter expert for Oracle Payroll, providing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation, HMRC regulations, employment law requirements and pension scheme regulations. Oversee the administration and reporting requirements of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), ensuring accurate pensionable pay calculations and returns. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of legislative and business changes. Lead the resolution of complex payroll, pensions and system-related queries and issues. Develop and maintain payroll controls, procedures and documentation to support governance and audit requirements. Manage payroll reconciliations and statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Build effective relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, IT teams, system suppliers and external auditors. Lead, motivate and develop a team of payroll professionals, promoting high performance and continuous learning. Drive process improvement, automation and service enhancement initiatives to improve efficiency and customer experience. Produce and analyse payroll and pension management information, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Ensure payroll data integrity, security and confidentiality are maintained in line with GDPR and organisational policies. Support internal and external audits, implementing recommendations and corrective actions where required. Ensure service delivery standards, key performance indicators and statutory deadlines are consistently achieved. If you have all of the above, and seeking a new challenge then please apply nowNo sponsorship available for this post 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
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
Hybrid working Central LondonPermanent PostOur client is seeking an experienced Payroll Technical Lead to join their busy team on a permanent basis;Duties include; Provide technical leadership to ensure payrolls are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension legislation. Review complex payroll calculations, adjustments and reconciliations. Lead on payroll year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure robust audit trails and controls are maintained across all payroll processes. LGPS and TPS Pension Administration Act as the payroll subject-matter expert for LGPS and TPS pension regulations. Ensure pensionable pay calculations are correctly applied and reported. Oversee monthly and annual pension returns and submissions to pension administrators. Manage complex pension cases including retirements, opt-ins, opt-outs, refunds, AVCs and pension absences. Implement changes arising from pension legislation updates and scheme regulations. Liaise with pension authorities, auditors and external stakeholders to resolve technical queries. Ensure payroll systems are accurately configured in line with statutory legislation, pension regulations and organisational policies. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of new functionality. Develop and maintain payroll procedures, technical documentation and system controls. Work closely with IT, HR, Finance and external suppliers to resolve system issues and deliver enhancements. Monitor payroll interfaces and integrations between Oracle Payroll and third-party applications Lead the administration, configuration and maintenance of Oracle Payroll and associated HR/finance systems. Allocate workload and monitor team performance against service standards. Provide technical guidance, coaching and training to payroll staff. Establish a culture of continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery. Support recruitment, induction and performance management activities. Investigate and resolve complex payroll and pension-related issues. Lead payroll transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Develop management information and reporting to support business decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance and data quality. Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, Internal Audit and external suppliers. Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll and pensions queries. Communicate technical payroll and pension information clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of recommendations. Extensive experience managing payroll operations within a complex organisation. Advanced knowledge of Oracle Payroll systems and payroll system administration. Strong understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) regulations and reporting requirements. Detailed knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC regulations and statutory payments. Experience of payroll reconciliations, system testing and implementation projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills. Previous experience leading and developing payroll teams. You will have; Lead the technical payroll function, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of all payroll services. Act as the subject-matter expert for Oracle Payroll, providing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation, HMRC regulations, employment law requirements and pension scheme regulations. Oversee the administration and reporting requirements of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), ensuring accurate pensionable pay calculations and returns. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of legislative and business changes. Lead the resolution of complex payroll, pensions and system-related queries and issues. Develop and maintain payroll controls, procedures and documentation to support governance and audit requirements. Manage payroll reconciliations and statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Build effective relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, IT teams, system suppliers and external auditors. Lead, motivate and develop a team of payroll professionals, promoting high performance and continuous learning. Drive process improvement, automation and service enhancement initiatives to improve efficiency and customer experience. Produce and analyse payroll and pension management information, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Ensure payroll data integrity, security and confidentiality are maintained in line with GDPR and organisational policies. Support internal and external audits, implementing recommendations and corrective actions where required. Ensure service delivery standards, key performance indicators and statutory deadlines are consistently achieved. If you have all of the above, and seeking a new challenge then please apply nowNo sponsorship available for this post 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
About the companyA well-established UK industry body within the travel sector, this organisation represents a broad network of travel businesses and delivers trusted products and services to both consumers and members. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and customer protection, it works closely with partners across insurance, finance, and the wider travel ecosystem to drive standards and innovation.About the role Manage key commercial relationships with external partners and stakeholders, acting as a central point of contact. Take ownership of a specialist product area, providing insight, guidance, and expertise across internal teams including marketing, finance, and compliance. Analyse performance data and KPIs to identify trends, improve outcomes, and support decision-making at senior level. Produce reporting and present insights to leadership, including board-level stakeholders. Monitor market activity and competitor landscape to inform strategy and product development. Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, managing issues through to resolution and driving continuous improvement. Support delivery of marketing initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. Contribute to ongoing product development and future commercial initiatives, including potential B2B growth projects. What you will get in this role Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Flexible/part-time working (initially 3 days per week) Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and board stakeholders Exposure to a high-profile, industry-recognised brand Involvement in strategic commercial and product development initiatives What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to send an up-to-date copy of your CV or get in touch to discuss the opportunity further. 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
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
About the companyA well-established UK industry body within the travel sector, this organisation represents a broad network of travel businesses and delivers trusted products and services to both consumers and members. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and customer protection, it works closely with partners across insurance, finance, and the wider travel ecosystem to drive standards and innovation.About the role Manage key commercial relationships with external partners and stakeholders, acting as a central point of contact. Take ownership of a specialist product area, providing insight, guidance, and expertise across internal teams including marketing, finance, and compliance. Analyse performance data and KPIs to identify trends, improve outcomes, and support decision-making at senior level. Produce reporting and present insights to leadership, including board-level stakeholders. Monitor market activity and competitor landscape to inform strategy and product development. Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, managing issues through to resolution and driving continuous improvement. Support delivery of marketing initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. Contribute to ongoing product development and future commercial initiatives, including potential B2B growth projects. What you will get in this role Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Flexible/part-time working (initially 3 days per week) Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and board stakeholders Exposure to a high-profile, industry-recognised brand Involvement in strategic commercial and product development initiatives What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to send an up-to-date copy of your CV or get in touch to discuss the opportunity further. 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
As a Senior Lawyer/Team Leader within the Operations Legal Team you will advise on all aspects of legal operational matters, providing advice to the business on legal issues arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network. This is a diverse role and provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expert legal knowledge and skills to legal matters including managing the statutory instrument making process; advising on traffic regulation, management and signage; advising our Network Claims and Dart Charge teams and our Traffic Officer Service on duties and powers; Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and offences including unauthorised incursions, encroachments and obstructions on the network; litter responsibilities; automated vehicles and abnormal loads; advising the business on counter fraud and anti-money laundering; supporting National Highways staff in giving evidence in court proceedings; advising on resilience and business continuity, including crisis management. As a Senior Lawyer / Team Leader within Legal Services, you will oversee and lead the work of a team and support the Legal Operations Director, Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel with Directorate management responsibilities. Please note this position can be based from our Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol or Bedford offices and will include travel to other offices when required. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. To lead the delivery of specialist legal advice of a team within Legal Services (Operations) and to lead on complex and strategic matters, advising on all aspects of legal operational matters, as summarised above. Advise on organisational reputational risk (relevant to the Operations Team) and maintain an overview of emerging legal risks within the team to assist the Legal Director in managing and mitigating risk To manage the relationships with the customers and stakeholders of the Operations Team, managing expectations and the allocation of resources To obtain or procure external legal support as required, holding external lawyers to account Provide direction, legal support/supervision and line management for a team, ensuring the timely setting of objectives, performance management reviews and development of appropriate succession and development plans About you. Qualified Solicitor or Barrister authorised to practise in the UK. Demonstrable experience of public law, regulatory law, dispute resolution and litigation, legislative interpretation and drafting, traffic regulation, and operational policy matters. Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to provide effective written and oral advice, organise a complex workload, and identify solutions to complex legal and business issues. Proven capability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Experience of contributing effectively and constructively to the management of the relevant division and the Legal Services Directorate, and of leading, managing, and developing team members, fostering high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional development. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Legal Services encompasses the National Highways legal team, the information rights team and the company secretariat. Our aim is to provide the organisation with an effective legal service and support the Board, Chief Executive, and its committees on a wide range of issues. We offer strategic legal advice on commercial, planning, operational, highways, employment, regulatory, and property matters, ensuring legal compliance and minimising exposure to risk. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
As a Senior Lawyer/Team Leader within the Operations Legal Team you will advise on all aspects of legal operational matters, providing advice to the business on legal issues arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network. This is a diverse role and provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expert legal knowledge and skills to legal matters including managing the statutory instrument making process; advising on traffic regulation, management and signage; advising our Network Claims and Dart Charge teams and our Traffic Officer Service on duties and powers; Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and offences including unauthorised incursions, encroachments and obstructions on the network; litter responsibilities; automated vehicles and abnormal loads; advising the business on counter fraud and anti-money laundering; supporting National Highways staff in giving evidence in court proceedings; advising on resilience and business continuity, including crisis management. As a Senior Lawyer / Team Leader within Legal Services, you will oversee and lead the work of a team and support the Legal Operations Director, Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel with Directorate management responsibilities. Please note this position can be based from our Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol or Bedford offices and will include travel to other offices when required. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. To lead the delivery of specialist legal advice of a team within Legal Services (Operations) and to lead on complex and strategic matters, advising on all aspects of legal operational matters, as summarised above. Advise on organisational reputational risk (relevant to the Operations Team) and maintain an overview of emerging legal risks within the team to assist the Legal Director in managing and mitigating risk To manage the relationships with the customers and stakeholders of the Operations Team, managing expectations and the allocation of resources To obtain or procure external legal support as required, holding external lawyers to account Provide direction, legal support/supervision and line management for a team, ensuring the timely setting of objectives, performance management reviews and development of appropriate succession and development plans About you. Qualified Solicitor or Barrister authorised to practise in the UK. Demonstrable experience of public law, regulatory law, dispute resolution and litigation, legislative interpretation and drafting, traffic regulation, and operational policy matters. Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to provide effective written and oral advice, organise a complex workload, and identify solutions to complex legal and business issues. Proven capability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Experience of contributing effectively and constructively to the management of the relevant division and the Legal Services Directorate, and of leading, managing, and developing team members, fostering high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional development. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Legal Services encompasses the National Highways legal team, the information rights team and the company secretariat. Our aim is to provide the organisation with an effective legal service and support the Board, Chief Executive, and its committees on a wide range of issues. We offer strategic legal advice on commercial, planning, operational, highways, employment, regulatory, and property matters, ensuring legal compliance and minimising exposure to risk. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
Employee Relations Advisor We're partnered with a well-established, people-focused business as they look to appoint an Employee Relations Advisor to join their growing People team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ER professional who enjoys working closely with managers and operational leaders, providing practical support and guidance across a broad range of employee relations matters. You'll play a key role in helping the business navigate people challenges, minimise risk and drive fair, consistent outcomes. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, influencing decision-making and supporting managers through complex employee matters. The Role As Employee Relations Advisor, you'll provide expert guidance and support on a wide range of employee relations matters across the business. Working closely with managers and stakeholders, you'll advise on investigations, disciplinary and grievance cases, absence management, performance concerns, flexible working requests and other employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policy. You'll also play an important role in developing management capability, coaching leaders to confidently manage people issues whilst promoting best practice and consistency across the organisation. This role offers a great balance of case management, stakeholder engagement and proactive coaching, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a varied and hands-on HR role. What You'll Be Doing Managing a varied caseload of employee relations matters from initial advice through to resolution Supporting managers with disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management processes Providing practical, commercially focused guidance on employment law and HR best practice Coaching and upskilling managers to improve confidence and capability in managing people matters Supporting investigations, hearings and appeals where required Identifying trends and recurring themes and working with the wider People team to implement solutions Building strong relationships with managers and stakeholders across the business Ensuring a consistent and fair approach to employee relations matters What We're Looking For Previous experience in an Employee Relations Advisor, HR Advisor or Employee Relations Specialist role Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations best practice Experience managing a broad range of ER cases within a fast-paced environment Confident stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial awareness Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively CIPD qualified or working towards qualification would be advantageous Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where people are genuinely at the heart of decision-making. You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative People team, with the opportunity to further develop your employee relations expertise whilst working in a dynamic, commercially focused environment. Salary: Competitive + Benefits BH36390
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
Employee Relations Advisor We're partnered with a well-established, people-focused business as they look to appoint an Employee Relations Advisor to join their growing People team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ER professional who enjoys working closely with managers and operational leaders, providing practical support and guidance across a broad range of employee relations matters. You'll play a key role in helping the business navigate people challenges, minimise risk and drive fair, consistent outcomes. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, influencing decision-making and supporting managers through complex employee matters. The Role As Employee Relations Advisor, you'll provide expert guidance and support on a wide range of employee relations matters across the business. Working closely with managers and stakeholders, you'll advise on investigations, disciplinary and grievance cases, absence management, performance concerns, flexible working requests and other employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policy. You'll also play an important role in developing management capability, coaching leaders to confidently manage people issues whilst promoting best practice and consistency across the organisation. This role offers a great balance of case management, stakeholder engagement and proactive coaching, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a varied and hands-on HR role. What You'll Be Doing Managing a varied caseload of employee relations matters from initial advice through to resolution Supporting managers with disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management processes Providing practical, commercially focused guidance on employment law and HR best practice Coaching and upskilling managers to improve confidence and capability in managing people matters Supporting investigations, hearings and appeals where required Identifying trends and recurring themes and working with the wider People team to implement solutions Building strong relationships with managers and stakeholders across the business Ensuring a consistent and fair approach to employee relations matters What We're Looking For Previous experience in an Employee Relations Advisor, HR Advisor or Employee Relations Specialist role Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations best practice Experience managing a broad range of ER cases within a fast-paced environment Confident stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial awareness Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively CIPD qualified or working towards qualification would be advantageous Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where people are genuinely at the heart of decision-making. You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative People team, with the opportunity to further develop your employee relations expertise whilst working in a dynamic, commercially focused environment. Salary: Competitive + Benefits BH36390
About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The team you will join This role sits in the Corporate Team within the Corporate Services Division. The Corporate Team is a nationally recognised and highly regarded team which includes over 60 fee earners, and 19 partners, many of whom are recommended in the latest Legal 500 rankings, often in the Hall of Fame category. The Team is enjoying substantial growth, resulting in the need for extra resource to take forward ambitious plans for the future. The Team's size and expertise mean we advise entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital funds, financial institutions, owner-managed and privately owned businesses, as well as international investors and public companies, all at different stages of the business life-cycle from start-ups through to mergers and acquisitions, buy-outs and buy-ins, development capital fundraisings, EOT transactions, institutional sales/purchases, and management buyouts, to refinancing and exits. We are also highly experienced in international corporate transactions and work with a range of overseas law firms on cross-border transactions. The Corporate Team includes specialist private equity, venture capital, reorganisations, capital markets and incentives/EOT sub teams, and also benefits from working closely with other service lines in the Corporate Services Division, such as the Banking & Finance, Corporate Tax, Company Secretarial and Commercial and Technology teams. The Team enjoys the resources of two dedicated professional support lawyers, as well as know-how resources such as FromCounsel and Practical Law, and document automation products such as Clarilis. The Team has a Corporate Innovation Group, evaluating and developing innovation ideas and the adoption of new technologies, including AI, to improve efficiencies and the client experience. We play a leading role in several firm wide sector specialisms, including our Energy and Infrastructure Team, Food and Beverages Team, Independent Healthcare Team, Private Equity Team, Hospitality & Leisure Team, Transport & Logistics Team, and Automotive Team, amongst others. The work you will be doing We are looking to recruit a Partner into the Corporate team who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts' in the continued growth and development of our firmwide corporate practice and to become an essential core member of the Corporate Team. The ideal candidate will hold a pivotal role in advising clients on complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. This senior-level position demands deep legal expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership skills to manage high-value and complex deals and mentor and supervise junior team members. A key aspect of the role is the development and management of new and existing client and referrer relationships and taking an active role supporting the partners in the team in the management and supervision of the Ipswich office Corporate Team. Prior knowledge or experience of the Suffolk/East Anglia market is not a pre-requisite, however the successful candidate will be expected to become integrated into the market over time. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated initiative-taker to join a successful and friendly Corporate Team, based in our Ipswich office, in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation. What we are looking for A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years PQE in corporate/M&A law. Recognised technical expert who provides clear, tailored advice on complex legal and commercial issues. Drives efficient time recording, profitable pricing, strong cash flow, and team gross profit delivery. Leads business development and high-profile pitches, builds a strong market presence, wins new clients, and drives cross-selling opportunities. Delivers exceptional project and client management, consistently meeting expectations through strong communication and deep client understanding. Builds trust through strong relationships, continual professional development, clear communication of vision, and championing positive change. Demonstrates strong risk management, supports junior staff, upholds Lexcel standards, and maintains high compliance and file review performance. Strong attention to detail to produce work documentation which is consistently of a high standard Professional integrity and a commitment to providing excellent client service To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnanc
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The team you will join This role sits in the Corporate Team within the Corporate Services Division. The Corporate Team is a nationally recognised and highly regarded team which includes over 60 fee earners, and 19 partners, many of whom are recommended in the latest Legal 500 rankings, often in the Hall of Fame category. The Team is enjoying substantial growth, resulting in the need for extra resource to take forward ambitious plans for the future. The Team's size and expertise mean we advise entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital funds, financial institutions, owner-managed and privately owned businesses, as well as international investors and public companies, all at different stages of the business life-cycle from start-ups through to mergers and acquisitions, buy-outs and buy-ins, development capital fundraisings, EOT transactions, institutional sales/purchases, and management buyouts, to refinancing and exits. We are also highly experienced in international corporate transactions and work with a range of overseas law firms on cross-border transactions. The Corporate Team includes specialist private equity, venture capital, reorganisations, capital markets and incentives/EOT sub teams, and also benefits from working closely with other service lines in the Corporate Services Division, such as the Banking & Finance, Corporate Tax, Company Secretarial and Commercial and Technology teams. The Team enjoys the resources of two dedicated professional support lawyers, as well as know-how resources such as FromCounsel and Practical Law, and document automation products such as Clarilis. The Team has a Corporate Innovation Group, evaluating and developing innovation ideas and the adoption of new technologies, including AI, to improve efficiencies and the client experience. We play a leading role in several firm wide sector specialisms, including our Energy and Infrastructure Team, Food and Beverages Team, Independent Healthcare Team, Private Equity Team, Hospitality & Leisure Team, Transport & Logistics Team, and Automotive Team, amongst others. The work you will be doing We are looking to recruit a Partner into the Corporate team who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts' in the continued growth and development of our firmwide corporate practice and to become an essential core member of the Corporate Team. The ideal candidate will hold a pivotal role in advising clients on complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. This senior-level position demands deep legal expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership skills to manage high-value and complex deals and mentor and supervise junior team members. A key aspect of the role is the development and management of new and existing client and referrer relationships and taking an active role supporting the partners in the team in the management and supervision of the Ipswich office Corporate Team. Prior knowledge or experience of the Suffolk/East Anglia market is not a pre-requisite, however the successful candidate will be expected to become integrated into the market over time. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated initiative-taker to join a successful and friendly Corporate Team, based in our Ipswich office, in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation. What we are looking for A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years PQE in corporate/M&A law. Recognised technical expert who provides clear, tailored advice on complex legal and commercial issues. Drives efficient time recording, profitable pricing, strong cash flow, and team gross profit delivery. Leads business development and high-profile pitches, builds a strong market presence, wins new clients, and drives cross-selling opportunities. Delivers exceptional project and client management, consistently meeting expectations through strong communication and deep client understanding. Builds trust through strong relationships, continual professional development, clear communication of vision, and championing positive change. Demonstrates strong risk management, supports junior staff, upholds Lexcel standards, and maintains high compliance and file review performance. Strong attention to detail to produce work documentation which is consistently of a high standard Professional integrity and a commitment to providing excellent client service To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnanc
Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Caseworker Location: Remote Salary: £35,000.00 per annum, plus Car Allowance of £3,715 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week) Home Based, covering Cotswolds, Oxfordshire & West Berkshire Here at Stonewater, we are seeking an Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Caseworker someone to take ownership of casework from start to finish of the process ensuring our ASB Customer Commitments are understood and delivered. This is an exciting role within our Customer Experience (CX) directorate. You ll provide customers with a customer journey that is efficient in terms of delivering resolution and next steps, showing sophisticated influencing and negotiation skills and prepare and present cases at court to an excellent standard. You ll be responsive to changing customer needs and be human by being compassionate, managing challenging conversations with customers who may be experiencing hate crime, domestic abuse, current and past trauma, complex financial issues and a range of complex experiences. Collaboration with our partners in the Police, Local Authority, Mental Health Services; as well as our external mediation and legal services partners is essential to the success of the role. Legal action is often a last resort in our ASB casework, and we always look to find creative solutions to resolve our cases. In the cases where legal action is deemed proportionate, you ll be required to prepare and present legal cases in court. So, experience of this is ideal. You ll also be working closely with our external legal services partners to ensure we get the right outcomes. We will, however, be giving comprehensive training to ensure that all our ASB Caseworkers are equipped to get the best possible results for our customers. You ll also be required to travel to court hearings as part of your role as well as carry out other visits to our customers and communities when required. As part of a national team, you ll also be asked to take part in our duty processes to ensure we effectively triage our cases. Using data and behavioural insights to propose service innovations and be an active part of delivering change, you ll be committed to developing your professional knowledge and expertise in terms of ASB in critical specialist areas and you ll build customer confidence in digital channels and demonstrate your own personal commitment to using new digital tools for delivering an excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have: Experience of managing anti-social behaviour cases. Experience of developing and working in partnership with external stakeholders. Understanding of the law and relevant legislation around managing housing, anti-social behaviour and safeguarding. Experience of using the Harm based approach to ASB triage. Experience of safeguarding and managing cases involving people who may have a range of specialist and complex needs. An outstanding high level of communication skills demonstrating an ability to positively influence and negotiate outcomes. Skills in adopting new digital solutions and innovations and experience of delivering change. Experience of partnership working to meet the needs of customers, complex multi-agency relationships. Experience of preparing complex case files for court and presenting cases in the civil or criminal courts Ability to effectively problem-solve and find innovative solutions for customers Ability to prioritise and manage a complex case load Experience of using mediation or conflict resolution services Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Caseworker Location: Remote Salary: £35,000.00 per annum, plus Car Allowance of £3,715 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week) Home Based, covering Cotswolds, Oxfordshire & West Berkshire Here at Stonewater, we are seeking an Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Caseworker someone to take ownership of casework from start to finish of the process ensuring our ASB Customer Commitments are understood and delivered. This is an exciting role within our Customer Experience (CX) directorate. You ll provide customers with a customer journey that is efficient in terms of delivering resolution and next steps, showing sophisticated influencing and negotiation skills and prepare and present cases at court to an excellent standard. You ll be responsive to changing customer needs and be human by being compassionate, managing challenging conversations with customers who may be experiencing hate crime, domestic abuse, current and past trauma, complex financial issues and a range of complex experiences. Collaboration with our partners in the Police, Local Authority, Mental Health Services; as well as our external mediation and legal services partners is essential to the success of the role. Legal action is often a last resort in our ASB casework, and we always look to find creative solutions to resolve our cases. In the cases where legal action is deemed proportionate, you ll be required to prepare and present legal cases in court. So, experience of this is ideal. You ll also be working closely with our external legal services partners to ensure we get the right outcomes. We will, however, be giving comprehensive training to ensure that all our ASB Caseworkers are equipped to get the best possible results for our customers. You ll also be required to travel to court hearings as part of your role as well as carry out other visits to our customers and communities when required. As part of a national team, you ll also be asked to take part in our duty processes to ensure we effectively triage our cases. Using data and behavioural insights to propose service innovations and be an active part of delivering change, you ll be committed to developing your professional knowledge and expertise in terms of ASB in critical specialist areas and you ll build customer confidence in digital channels and demonstrate your own personal commitment to using new digital tools for delivering an excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have: Experience of managing anti-social behaviour cases. Experience of developing and working in partnership with external stakeholders. Understanding of the law and relevant legislation around managing housing, anti-social behaviour and safeguarding. Experience of using the Harm based approach to ASB triage. Experience of safeguarding and managing cases involving people who may have a range of specialist and complex needs. An outstanding high level of communication skills demonstrating an ability to positively influence and negotiate outcomes. Skills in adopting new digital solutions and innovations and experience of delivering change. Experience of partnership working to meet the needs of customers, complex multi-agency relationships. Experience of preparing complex case files for court and presenting cases in the civil or criminal courts Ability to effectively problem-solve and find innovative solutions for customers Ability to prioritise and manage a complex case load Experience of using mediation or conflict resolution services Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Job Description: About DXC Technology DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global technology services company delivering mission-critical solutions across more than 130,000 professionals worldwide. With over 40 years' presence in the UK, DXC has recently established its Aerospace and Defence Hub in Farnborough, consolidating operations in the heart of the UK's aviation, engineering and technology sector. We deliver enterprise technology solutions that help government agencies, defence organisations and commercial entities modernise operations, migrate legacy systems, and transform service delivery. About the Role The OSM Migration Service Lead is a senior technical leadership position responsible for designing, planning, executing and managing large-scale operational services migrations for defence and aerospace clients. You will lead cross-functional teams through complex infrastructure and application migrations, ensuring minimal business disruption whilst maintaining the highest standards of security, compliance and service continuity. This role requires exceptional technical expertise combined with strong programme management discipline and customer leadership. Key Responsibilities Migration Programme Leadership Lead end-to-end planning, execution and management of complex operational services migrations across defence and aerospace environments Develop comprehensive migration strategies, roadmaps and execution plans aligned with customer objectives and security requirements Manage migration timelines, budgets, resources and risks, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery Establish and maintain governance structures, including steering committees, workstreams and escalation protocols Conduct thorough business impact assessments and define migration success criteria aligned to customer priorities Serve as the primary point of contact between the customer and the service provider, ensuring alignment of IT services with business objectives and contractual obligations. Technical Architecture & Design Design target-state operational architectures incorporating modern IT infrastructure, cloud services and integrated systems Evaluate migration approaches (phased, big-bang, hybrid) and recommend optimal strategies based on risk, timeline and cost factors Ensure migrated services meet security requirements including MOD Classification Guides, ITAR and defence security standards Lead technical design reviews and validation testing to ensure data integrity, system performance and operational readiness Document architecture decisions, migration methodologies and operational procedures for knowledge transfer and continuity Team & Resource Management Lead, mentor and develop technical migration teams including engineers, architects, DBAs and infrastructure specialists Manage resource allocation, onboarding of cleared personnel and coordination across multiple work streams Engage third party vendors and subcontractors, managing SLAs and quality deliverables Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence and continuous improvement within the migration team Customer & Stakeholder Management Serve as primary technical authority and trusted advisor to senior customer stakeholders throughout the migration lifecycle Provide regular executive-level reporting on migration progress, risks, issues and resolutions Manage customer expectations, communications and change management throughout the migration journey Lead technical workshops, design sessions and validation activities with customer technical teams Risk & Quality Management Identify, assess and actively manage migration risks, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans Establish quality assurance frameworks, testing protocols and validation procedures to ensure customer satisfaction Ensure compliance with security vetting requirements, personnel security policies and defence contractor obligations Manage incidents, issues and change requests during migration phases, ensuring rapid resolution Conduct post migration reviews and lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement Support audit and compliance activities, maintaining accurate records and evidence of service management actions. Service Transition & Handover Plan and execute smooth transition to operational support, ensuring customer operations teams are fully prepared Develop comprehensive operational documentation, runbooks and knowledge transfer materials Lead training programmes for customer personnel on new systems, processes and operational procedures Establish service level agreements (SLAs) and operational metrics for migrated services Essential Requirements Security Clearance Must hold or be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) clearance - Essential 10 years continuous UK residency required for DV eligibility Willingness to undergo security vetting interview and provide comprehensive background information Experience & Expertise Minimum 10 years' experience in IT operations, infrastructure migration or systems implementation Minimum 5 years leading large-scale migration programmes or technical projects (preferably £2m+ in value) Proven experience managing defence, aerospace or government technology programmes Strong background in enterprise infrastructure including data centres, servers, storage, networking and virtualisation Demonstrated experience with cloud migration (AWS, Azure, or private cloud) and hybrid infrastructure models Track record of successful delivery of complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders and tight timelines Technical Knowledge Deep understanding of IT infrastructure architecture, capacity planning and performance optimisation Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or equivalent) and hybrid deployment models Experience with configuration management, automation tools and infrastructure-as-code practices Understanding of database migration tools, methodologies and best practices Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (ITIL, ITSM) and operational readiness processes Proficiency with service management tools (ServiceNow) Familiarity with MOD security requirements, classification handling and defence contractor compliance frameworks Programme & Project Management Proficiency in formal project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMI or equivalent) Strong experience with risk management, issue resolution and change control Proven ability to develop business cases, secure funding and manage large budgets Experience with migration planning tools and project management software (MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow or similar) Personal Attributes Exceptional leadership capabilities with ability to motivate and develop technical teams Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills - able to translate complex technical concepts for executive audiences Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with excellent attention to detail Ability to work effectively in high pressure environments and manage competing priorities Demonstrated commitment to security conscious behaviours and information protection Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to build and maintain long term client relationships Desirable Requirements Experience with aerospace and defence programmes (RAF, MOD, or prime defence contractors) Previous DV clearance or SC clearance held Armed Forces background or military service experience Certification in PRINCE2, ITIL, TOGAF, or AWS/Azure cloud architecture Experience with DXC service delivery models, platforms or customer engagements Knowledge of ITAR compliance, export control regulations and defence security protocols Experience with SAP, Oracle or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) system migrations Background in data centre consolidation, virtualisation or infrastructure modernisation programmes What We Offer Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience and technical expertise Enhanced pension scheme (defined contribution) Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits including private medical insurance Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance Professional development and continuous learning opportunities including certification support Access to DXC's extensive training, technical and leadership development programmes Participation in DXC's recognition, bonus and reward schemes On site facilities and collaboration spaces at DXC's purpose built Farnborough centre Opportunity to lead high impact migration programmes for world class defence and aerospace organisations Application Process & Security Vetting Applicants should be aware that: An offer of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of background checks (BPSS) and security vetting DV clearance is a formal requirement for this role and must be obtained prior to commencing work The DV process typically takes 6-9 months and requires full disclosure of personal, financial and employment history . click apply for full job details
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
Job Description: About DXC Technology DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global technology services company delivering mission-critical solutions across more than 130,000 professionals worldwide. With over 40 years' presence in the UK, DXC has recently established its Aerospace and Defence Hub in Farnborough, consolidating operations in the heart of the UK's aviation, engineering and technology sector. We deliver enterprise technology solutions that help government agencies, defence organisations and commercial entities modernise operations, migrate legacy systems, and transform service delivery. About the Role The OSM Migration Service Lead is a senior technical leadership position responsible for designing, planning, executing and managing large-scale operational services migrations for defence and aerospace clients. You will lead cross-functional teams through complex infrastructure and application migrations, ensuring minimal business disruption whilst maintaining the highest standards of security, compliance and service continuity. This role requires exceptional technical expertise combined with strong programme management discipline and customer leadership. Key Responsibilities Migration Programme Leadership Lead end-to-end planning, execution and management of complex operational services migrations across defence and aerospace environments Develop comprehensive migration strategies, roadmaps and execution plans aligned with customer objectives and security requirements Manage migration timelines, budgets, resources and risks, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery Establish and maintain governance structures, including steering committees, workstreams and escalation protocols Conduct thorough business impact assessments and define migration success criteria aligned to customer priorities Serve as the primary point of contact between the customer and the service provider, ensuring alignment of IT services with business objectives and contractual obligations. Technical Architecture & Design Design target-state operational architectures incorporating modern IT infrastructure, cloud services and integrated systems Evaluate migration approaches (phased, big-bang, hybrid) and recommend optimal strategies based on risk, timeline and cost factors Ensure migrated services meet security requirements including MOD Classification Guides, ITAR and defence security standards Lead technical design reviews and validation testing to ensure data integrity, system performance and operational readiness Document architecture decisions, migration methodologies and operational procedures for knowledge transfer and continuity Team & Resource Management Lead, mentor and develop technical migration teams including engineers, architects, DBAs and infrastructure specialists Manage resource allocation, onboarding of cleared personnel and coordination across multiple work streams Engage third party vendors and subcontractors, managing SLAs and quality deliverables Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence and continuous improvement within the migration team Customer & Stakeholder Management Serve as primary technical authority and trusted advisor to senior customer stakeholders throughout the migration lifecycle Provide regular executive-level reporting on migration progress, risks, issues and resolutions Manage customer expectations, communications and change management throughout the migration journey Lead technical workshops, design sessions and validation activities with customer technical teams Risk & Quality Management Identify, assess and actively manage migration risks, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans Establish quality assurance frameworks, testing protocols and validation procedures to ensure customer satisfaction Ensure compliance with security vetting requirements, personnel security policies and defence contractor obligations Manage incidents, issues and change requests during migration phases, ensuring rapid resolution Conduct post migration reviews and lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement Support audit and compliance activities, maintaining accurate records and evidence of service management actions. Service Transition & Handover Plan and execute smooth transition to operational support, ensuring customer operations teams are fully prepared Develop comprehensive operational documentation, runbooks and knowledge transfer materials Lead training programmes for customer personnel on new systems, processes and operational procedures Establish service level agreements (SLAs) and operational metrics for migrated services Essential Requirements Security Clearance Must hold or be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) clearance - Essential 10 years continuous UK residency required for DV eligibility Willingness to undergo security vetting interview and provide comprehensive background information Experience & Expertise Minimum 10 years' experience in IT operations, infrastructure migration or systems implementation Minimum 5 years leading large-scale migration programmes or technical projects (preferably £2m+ in value) Proven experience managing defence, aerospace or government technology programmes Strong background in enterprise infrastructure including data centres, servers, storage, networking and virtualisation Demonstrated experience with cloud migration (AWS, Azure, or private cloud) and hybrid infrastructure models Track record of successful delivery of complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders and tight timelines Technical Knowledge Deep understanding of IT infrastructure architecture, capacity planning and performance optimisation Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or equivalent) and hybrid deployment models Experience with configuration management, automation tools and infrastructure-as-code practices Understanding of database migration tools, methodologies and best practices Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (ITIL, ITSM) and operational readiness processes Proficiency with service management tools (ServiceNow) Familiarity with MOD security requirements, classification handling and defence contractor compliance frameworks Programme & Project Management Proficiency in formal project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMI or equivalent) Strong experience with risk management, issue resolution and change control Proven ability to develop business cases, secure funding and manage large budgets Experience with migration planning tools and project management software (MS Project, Jira, ServiceNow or similar) Personal Attributes Exceptional leadership capabilities with ability to motivate and develop technical teams Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills - able to translate complex technical concepts for executive audiences Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with excellent attention to detail Ability to work effectively in high pressure environments and manage competing priorities Demonstrated commitment to security conscious behaviours and information protection Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to build and maintain long term client relationships Desirable Requirements Experience with aerospace and defence programmes (RAF, MOD, or prime defence contractors) Previous DV clearance or SC clearance held Armed Forces background or military service experience Certification in PRINCE2, ITIL, TOGAF, or AWS/Azure cloud architecture Experience with DXC service delivery models, platforms or customer engagements Knowledge of ITAR compliance, export control regulations and defence security protocols Experience with SAP, Oracle or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) system migrations Background in data centre consolidation, virtualisation or infrastructure modernisation programmes What We Offer Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience and technical expertise Enhanced pension scheme (defined contribution) Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits including private medical insurance Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance Professional development and continuous learning opportunities including certification support Access to DXC's extensive training, technical and leadership development programmes Participation in DXC's recognition, bonus and reward schemes On site facilities and collaboration spaces at DXC's purpose built Farnborough centre Opportunity to lead high impact migration programmes for world class defence and aerospace organisations Application Process & Security Vetting Applicants should be aware that: An offer of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of background checks (BPSS) and security vetting DV clearance is a formal requirement for this role and must be obtained prior to commencing work The DV process typically takes 6-9 months and requires full disclosure of personal, financial and employment history . click apply for full job details
Workday Data Architect (HR Master Data Quality) - London or Birmingham 6-12 Month Contract Outside IR35 Open Day Rate Hybrid Working - 2 Days Per Week Onsite We are looking for an experienced Workday Data Architect / Senior Data Quality Specialist to join a major HR transformation programme focused on establishing Workday as the single source of truth for HR master data across 40 countries. This role will play a critical part in improving the quality, consistency, and reliability of HR data across Workday, legacy HR systems, finance platforms, and local country data sources. A key focus of this role will be leading HR master data reconciliation, root cause analysis, and data quality remediation, ensuring audit findings are translated into clear, trackable actions for country-level data stewards. You will also define and implement robust data quality frameworks, governance structures, and reporting capabilities to support HR, Finance, and global governance stakeholders. Working closely with HR, Finance, Workday teams, and country data stewards, you will help drive the organisation towards a trusted and controlled global HR data environment. Key skills and responsibilities, Workday expertise - Strong hands-on experience with Workday HCM data structures, reporting, and HR master data management. HR Data Quality & Reconciliation - Extensive experience analysing HR master data across Workday, legacy HR systems, finance systems, and country-level sources to identify mismatches, duplicates, and inconsistencies. Root Cause Analysis - Proven ability to investigate recurring data issues and define sustainable corrective actions across global datasets. Data Quality Frameworks - Experience defining and implementing data quality rules, validation checks, and KPI frameworks across HR data domains. Governance & Stewardship - Strong understanding of data governance, ownership models, and global data stewardship across multi-country environments. Reporting & Dashboards - Ability to design and deliver Workday reports and dashboards covering data quality, audit findings, remediation progress, and KPI tracking (low/medium/high severity). Stakeholder Engagement - Partner with HR, Finance, Technology teams, and country-level data stewards to translate audit findings into actionable remediation plans. Issue & Remediation Tracking - Build and maintain structured issue logs and remediation backlogs, including ownership, severity, status, and resolution tracking. Business Requirements Gathering - Capture and translate requirements from non-technical stakeholders into clear Workday reporting and data specifications. Compliance & Audit Support - Ensure all reporting, data definitions, and reconciliation logic are fully auditable and aligned with governance and compliance standards. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-impact global programme, helping to shape and stabilise Workday as the organisation's single source of truth for HR data while driving measurable improvements in data quality, governance, and reporting. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Dean Sadler-Parkes at Harvey Nash for immediate consideration.
Jul 09, 2026
Contractor
Workday Data Architect (HR Master Data Quality) - London or Birmingham 6-12 Month Contract Outside IR35 Open Day Rate Hybrid Working - 2 Days Per Week Onsite We are looking for an experienced Workday Data Architect / Senior Data Quality Specialist to join a major HR transformation programme focused on establishing Workday as the single source of truth for HR master data across 40 countries. This role will play a critical part in improving the quality, consistency, and reliability of HR data across Workday, legacy HR systems, finance platforms, and local country data sources. A key focus of this role will be leading HR master data reconciliation, root cause analysis, and data quality remediation, ensuring audit findings are translated into clear, trackable actions for country-level data stewards. You will also define and implement robust data quality frameworks, governance structures, and reporting capabilities to support HR, Finance, and global governance stakeholders. Working closely with HR, Finance, Workday teams, and country data stewards, you will help drive the organisation towards a trusted and controlled global HR data environment. Key skills and responsibilities, Workday expertise - Strong hands-on experience with Workday HCM data structures, reporting, and HR master data management. HR Data Quality & Reconciliation - Extensive experience analysing HR master data across Workday, legacy HR systems, finance systems, and country-level sources to identify mismatches, duplicates, and inconsistencies. Root Cause Analysis - Proven ability to investigate recurring data issues and define sustainable corrective actions across global datasets. Data Quality Frameworks - Experience defining and implementing data quality rules, validation checks, and KPI frameworks across HR data domains. Governance & Stewardship - Strong understanding of data governance, ownership models, and global data stewardship across multi-country environments. Reporting & Dashboards - Ability to design and deliver Workday reports and dashboards covering data quality, audit findings, remediation progress, and KPI tracking (low/medium/high severity). Stakeholder Engagement - Partner with HR, Finance, Technology teams, and country-level data stewards to translate audit findings into actionable remediation plans. Issue & Remediation Tracking - Build and maintain structured issue logs and remediation backlogs, including ownership, severity, status, and resolution tracking. Business Requirements Gathering - Capture and translate requirements from non-technical stakeholders into clear Workday reporting and data specifications. Compliance & Audit Support - Ensure all reporting, data definitions, and reconciliation logic are fully auditable and aligned with governance and compliance standards. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-impact global programme, helping to shape and stabilise Workday as the organisation's single source of truth for HR data while driving measurable improvements in data quality, governance, and reporting. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Dean Sadler-Parkes at Harvey Nash for immediate consideration.
Job Title: Payroll Operations & Interface Lead (People Services) Location: Bicester 1-2 days per week onsite with free parkingSalary: £57,000 - £64,750 (Band 8A)Contract: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential to become permanent) We're partnering with a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing transformation within its People Services function. As part of a recent restructure, a newly created opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Operations & Interface Lead to act as the critical link between HR, Finance and an outsourced payroll provider.This is not a traditional Payroll Manager role. Instead, you'll sit at the centre of the operation, driving connectivity, improving governance and shifting the function from a reactive to a more proactive, insight-led model. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary interface between the organisation and outsourced payroll provider (SBS) Manage, escalate and drive resolution of complex payroll queries Improve visibility of payroll issues, identifying trends, root causes and systemic challenges Lead the operational management of the outsourced payroll provider, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs and SLAs Lead and develop the People Services team, including performance management, development and workforce planning Ensure all processes, systems and procedures are clearly documented and consistently applied Strengthen SLA adherence and stakeholder accountability across HR, Finance and operational teams Introduce greater structure, consistency and governance across payroll-related processes Drive improvements across ticketing, workflows, automation and user experience Provide expert advice on payroll, tax, NI and statutory compliance Support organisational change, including redundancy, pay protection and restructuring calculations Identify whether issues sit with the external provider or internal processes (e.g. manager behaviours, late changes, leavers) Support the development of a more joined-up approach across pay, reward, workforce and people processes Horizon scan for upcoming regulatory changes (e.g. National Minimum Wage and wider employment legislation) and assess impact Contribute to longer-term strategic direction of payroll and people services About the Role: Newly created position within a recently restructured People Services team Current environment is process-heavy and fragmented, with an opportunity to drive meaningful change Strong potential for the role to evolve into a more strategic leadership position if made permanent About You: Strong payroll expertise, ideally gained within a payroll services or outsourced environment Experience managing complex pay scenarios (e.g. backpay, banding/average pay, over/underpayments, pay-related grievances) Confident working in regulated, complex organisations - public sector or NHS experience highly advantageous Comfortable operating at a senior level, influencing, advising and constructively challenging stakeholders Proven ability to improve processes, governance and ways of working Experience with payroll systems/data (e.g. ESR, workforce reporting) desirable Knowledge of TUPE and wider employment/pay regulations beneficial This is a highly visible role working across multiple stakeholder groups, including HR, Finance, Workforce teams and operational leaders. It would suit someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, driving improvements and enhancing the overall employee experience through better payroll and people processes. 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
Jul 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Payroll Operations & Interface Lead (People Services) Location: Bicester 1-2 days per week onsite with free parkingSalary: £57,000 - £64,750 (Band 8A)Contract: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential to become permanent) We're partnering with a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing transformation within its People Services function. As part of a recent restructure, a newly created opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Operations & Interface Lead to act as the critical link between HR, Finance and an outsourced payroll provider.This is not a traditional Payroll Manager role. Instead, you'll sit at the centre of the operation, driving connectivity, improving governance and shifting the function from a reactive to a more proactive, insight-led model. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary interface between the organisation and outsourced payroll provider (SBS) Manage, escalate and drive resolution of complex payroll queries Improve visibility of payroll issues, identifying trends, root causes and systemic challenges Lead the operational management of the outsourced payroll provider, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs and SLAs Lead and develop the People Services team, including performance management, development and workforce planning Ensure all processes, systems and procedures are clearly documented and consistently applied Strengthen SLA adherence and stakeholder accountability across HR, Finance and operational teams Introduce greater structure, consistency and governance across payroll-related processes Drive improvements across ticketing, workflows, automation and user experience Provide expert advice on payroll, tax, NI and statutory compliance Support organisational change, including redundancy, pay protection and restructuring calculations Identify whether issues sit with the external provider or internal processes (e.g. manager behaviours, late changes, leavers) Support the development of a more joined-up approach across pay, reward, workforce and people processes Horizon scan for upcoming regulatory changes (e.g. National Minimum Wage and wider employment legislation) and assess impact Contribute to longer-term strategic direction of payroll and people services About the Role: Newly created position within a recently restructured People Services team Current environment is process-heavy and fragmented, with an opportunity to drive meaningful change Strong potential for the role to evolve into a more strategic leadership position if made permanent About You: Strong payroll expertise, ideally gained within a payroll services or outsourced environment Experience managing complex pay scenarios (e.g. backpay, banding/average pay, over/underpayments, pay-related grievances) Confident working in regulated, complex organisations - public sector or NHS experience highly advantageous Comfortable operating at a senior level, influencing, advising and constructively challenging stakeholders Proven ability to improve processes, governance and ways of working Experience with payroll systems/data (e.g. ESR, workforce reporting) desirable Knowledge of TUPE and wider employment/pay regulations beneficial This is a highly visible role working across multiple stakeholder groups, including HR, Finance, Workforce teams and operational leaders. It would suit someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, driving improvements and enhancing the overall employee experience through better payroll and people processes. 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
hackajob is collaborating with Accenture to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Network Ops Engineer Location: Portsmouth (On Site) Competitive Salary & Package (Dependent on Experience) Career Level: Specialist / Associate Manager Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role to deliver the first-class services we are known for. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history at the point of application. This role requires British national only. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO. The Network Operations Engineers is accountable for the successful operations and support of the Client Network and underlying infrastructure. The selected individual will be part of a national team providing national and international support to the Accenture Aero & Defence Space client. The Network Engineer's role is to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house data, LAN & WAN, and wireless network services. This is achieved by planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization. In addition, the Network Engineer will participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will also analyse and resolve network hardware and software problems by participation in the client Service Management processes. Ensuring any issues are resolved in a timely and accurate fashion in alignment with agreed SLA's. Key Responsibilities: o Plan and execute in depth technical activity. o Influencing the direction of activities/plans and providing technical insight and guidance to others. o Investigate and help resolve issues on customer's network and IT environment and using agreed troubleshooting methodologies. o Manage network support cases to enable fast resolution that exceeds our customers' expectations. o Ensuring accurate recording of all cases using the Company's ticket management tool and closing within agreed timeframes. o Using the central document repository, to ensure knowledge sharing across the team and enable best practice. o Supporting and taking ownership of ad-hoc projects to develop the capabilities of the Ideal Service Centre. o Supporting wider team with knowledge share, via knowledge base communications (emails, how-to guides etc.) and contribution at team meetings. o Participation in the on-call and shift rota, this is an onsite delivery-based role. Job Qualifications Skills & Experience: o Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history at the point of application. o Experience within information security/technology focused on networking. o Cisco switching & wireless, Cisco Security including ASA firewalls and ISE. o Cisco certification including Cisco CCNP or multiple CCNA across Network technologies/areas. o Proven experience in incident management, service request management and problem solving. o Experience of using ticketing systems and use of monitoring and management tools. o Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships to understand client requirements. o Ability to deliver against deadlines and agreed SLA targets. o Ability to take ownership of an issue or task and see it through to completion. Set yourself apart: o ITIL qualification desirable. o Full clean driving license is preferable. o Palo Alto experience o Checkpoint experience o Firewall Orchestration
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Accenture to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Network Ops Engineer Location: Portsmouth (On Site) Competitive Salary & Package (Dependent on Experience) Career Level: Specialist / Associate Manager Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role to deliver the first-class services we are known for. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history at the point of application. This role requires British national only. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO. The Network Operations Engineers is accountable for the successful operations and support of the Client Network and underlying infrastructure. The selected individual will be part of a national team providing national and international support to the Accenture Aero & Defence Space client. The Network Engineer's role is to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house data, LAN & WAN, and wireless network services. This is achieved by planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization. In addition, the Network Engineer will participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will also analyse and resolve network hardware and software problems by participation in the client Service Management processes. Ensuring any issues are resolved in a timely and accurate fashion in alignment with agreed SLA's. Key Responsibilities: o Plan and execute in depth technical activity. o Influencing the direction of activities/plans and providing technical insight and guidance to others. o Investigate and help resolve issues on customer's network and IT environment and using agreed troubleshooting methodologies. o Manage network support cases to enable fast resolution that exceeds our customers' expectations. o Ensuring accurate recording of all cases using the Company's ticket management tool and closing within agreed timeframes. o Using the central document repository, to ensure knowledge sharing across the team and enable best practice. o Supporting and taking ownership of ad-hoc projects to develop the capabilities of the Ideal Service Centre. o Supporting wider team with knowledge share, via knowledge base communications (emails, how-to guides etc.) and contribution at team meetings. o Participation in the on-call and shift rota, this is an onsite delivery-based role. Job Qualifications Skills & Experience: o Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history at the point of application. o Experience within information security/technology focused on networking. o Cisco switching & wireless, Cisco Security including ASA firewalls and ISE. o Cisco certification including Cisco CCNP or multiple CCNA across Network technologies/areas. o Proven experience in incident management, service request management and problem solving. o Experience of using ticketing systems and use of monitoring and management tools. o Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships to understand client requirements. o Ability to deliver against deadlines and agreed SLA targets. o Ability to take ownership of an issue or task and see it through to completion. Set yourself apart: o ITIL qualification desirable. o Full clean driving license is preferable. o Palo Alto experience o Checkpoint experience o Firewall Orchestration
Portfolio are partnering with a leading HR & Payroll technology business to recruit a Senior Payroll Advisor into their growing specialist Payroll Advisory team. This isn't a traditional payroll role. This is an opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to become the go-to escalation expert for complex payroll and software-related issues, supporting clients who rely on best-in-class payroll technology to keep their businesses running smoothly. You'll work at the intersection of payroll, software, client support, and problem-solving - collaborating with Product, Technical Support, and third-party providers to investigate issues, identify solutions, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. If you enjoy untangling complex payroll queries, troubleshooting technical challenges, and being the person others turn to for answers, this role offers the chance to step into a more specialist, advisory-led position within a fast-growing and forward-thinking business. The Role As a Senior Payroll Advisor, you'll take ownership of complex payroll software and advisory cases, supporting clients with high-level technical and legislative queries while acting as an escalation point for the wider Payroll team. You'll be responsible for investigating issues thoroughly, identifying root causes, replicating software problems within a test environment, and working closely with internal teams to drive resolutions forward. This is a role where your payroll expertise genuinely makes an impact - not only for clients, but also in helping shape product improvements, system enhancements, and internal best practice. What You'll Be Doing Being the go-to escalation expert for complex payroll and software queries Investigating payroll issues, identifying root causes, and finding practical solutions Supporting clients with technical payroll guidance and system troubleshooting Working closely with Product and Technical teams to resolve software issues Replicating bugs in test environments and escalating where needed Advising on payroll corrections, HMRC compliance, and data discrepancies Supporting and mentoring Payroll Advisers on more complex cases Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes, and client experience Keeping cases updated accurately within Salesforce and managing workloads effectively Building trusted relationships with clients through expert support and problem-solving What We're Looking For Strong technical payroll knowledge with a solid understanding of UK payroll legislation Previous experience supporting payroll software or working within a payroll systems environment Confident understanding of HMRC reporting requirements and payroll compliance Experience troubleshooting payroll discrepancies and reconciling payroll data Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail Ability to communicate confidently with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities A naturally inquisitive mindset with the ability to investigate issues thoroughly and think commercially Experience within a bureau, outsourced payroll, or payroll software environment would be highly advantageous Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a business that's investing heavily in its Payroll division and building a specialist team of experts who genuinely influence the direction of the service and software offering. You'll be surrounded by experienced professionals, exposed to complex and varied payroll challenges, and given the opportunity to develop your technical expertise in a highly collaborative environment. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll also benefit from: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays & your birthday off Enhanced pension contributions with service Health Shield & Employee Assistance Programme Group life insurance On-site gym & discounted health club membership Cycle to Work scheme Travel loan scheme Retail, travel & lifestyle discounts Ongoing training, development & progression opportunities If you're ready to step beyond payroll processing and move into a more technical, consultative role where your expertise will genuinely add value, we'd love to hear from you. 51225EML INDBRI The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Portfolio are partnering with a leading HR & Payroll technology business to recruit a Senior Payroll Advisor into their growing specialist Payroll Advisory team. This isn't a traditional payroll role. This is an opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to become the go-to escalation expert for complex payroll and software-related issues, supporting clients who rely on best-in-class payroll technology to keep their businesses running smoothly. You'll work at the intersection of payroll, software, client support, and problem-solving - collaborating with Product, Technical Support, and third-party providers to investigate issues, identify solutions, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. If you enjoy untangling complex payroll queries, troubleshooting technical challenges, and being the person others turn to for answers, this role offers the chance to step into a more specialist, advisory-led position within a fast-growing and forward-thinking business. The Role As a Senior Payroll Advisor, you'll take ownership of complex payroll software and advisory cases, supporting clients with high-level technical and legislative queries while acting as an escalation point for the wider Payroll team. You'll be responsible for investigating issues thoroughly, identifying root causes, replicating software problems within a test environment, and working closely with internal teams to drive resolutions forward. This is a role where your payroll expertise genuinely makes an impact - not only for clients, but also in helping shape product improvements, system enhancements, and internal best practice. What You'll Be Doing Being the go-to escalation expert for complex payroll and software queries Investigating payroll issues, identifying root causes, and finding practical solutions Supporting clients with technical payroll guidance and system troubleshooting Working closely with Product and Technical teams to resolve software issues Replicating bugs in test environments and escalating where needed Advising on payroll corrections, HMRC compliance, and data discrepancies Supporting and mentoring Payroll Advisers on more complex cases Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes, and client experience Keeping cases updated accurately within Salesforce and managing workloads effectively Building trusted relationships with clients through expert support and problem-solving What We're Looking For Strong technical payroll knowledge with a solid understanding of UK payroll legislation Previous experience supporting payroll software or working within a payroll systems environment Confident understanding of HMRC reporting requirements and payroll compliance Experience troubleshooting payroll discrepancies and reconciling payroll data Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail Ability to communicate confidently with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities A naturally inquisitive mindset with the ability to investigate issues thoroughly and think commercially Experience within a bureau, outsourced payroll, or payroll software environment would be highly advantageous Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a business that's investing heavily in its Payroll division and building a specialist team of experts who genuinely influence the direction of the service and software offering. You'll be surrounded by experienced professionals, exposed to complex and varied payroll challenges, and given the opportunity to develop your technical expertise in a highly collaborative environment. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll also benefit from: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays & your birthday off Enhanced pension contributions with service Health Shield & Employee Assistance Programme Group life insurance On-site gym & discounted health club membership Cycle to Work scheme Travel loan scheme Retail, travel & lifestyle discounts Ongoing training, development & progression opportunities If you're ready to step beyond payroll processing and move into a more technical, consultative role where your expertise will genuinely add value, we'd love to hear from you. 51225EML INDBRI The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Role: Family & Childcare Solicitor Director Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Family Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Family & Children Department Background: Our clients family department is ranked and recognized by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. The family team includes practitioners who have achieved the Law Societys Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring their clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. In addition, our clients Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Managing and overseeing complex family matters Responsible for all aspects of Family work including divorce, financial disputes and remedies; international elements of child abduction/ adoption; injunctions/ non molestation orders and providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Family law matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: 3 Years+ PQE Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Must hold one of the following accreditations: Law Society Family Law Panel Accreditation, Resolution Accredited Specialist Child Abduction Specialist Portfolio completed Listed on the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) accredited panel Experienced Family Law Solicitor with a proven track record in managing complex and sensitive child abduction cases. Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Family Law issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Comprehensive knowledge of publicly funded family law, with the capability to effectively manage privately funded cases. Excellent client care and advocacy skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Thislistisnotexhaustiveandtheremaybeotherdutiesasreasonablyrequired. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. JBRP1_UKTJ
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Role: Family & Childcare Solicitor Director Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Family Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Family & Children Department Background: Our clients family department is ranked and recognized by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work, providing confidential advice with effective representation. The family team includes practitioners who have achieved the Law Societys Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring their clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. In addition, our clients Family department is experienced in assisting high net worth individuals in divorce matters with specialist divorce solicitors with expertise in domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, prohibitive steps orders, specific issues orders, injunctions, spousal and child maintenance, properties, pensions and freezing injunctions. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Managing and overseeing complex family matters Responsible for all aspects of Family work including divorce, financial disputes and remedies; international elements of child abduction/ adoption; injunctions/ non molestation orders and providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Family law matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: 3 Years+ PQE Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Must hold one of the following accreditations: Law Society Family Law Panel Accreditation, Resolution Accredited Specialist Child Abduction Specialist Portfolio completed Listed on the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) accredited panel Experienced Family Law Solicitor with a proven track record in managing complex and sensitive child abduction cases. Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Family Law issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Comprehensive knowledge of publicly funded family law, with the capability to effectively manage privately funded cases. Excellent client care and advocacy skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Thislistisnotexhaustiveandtheremaybeotherdutiesasreasonablyrequired. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. JBRP1_UKTJ
Your new company Our client is a well-regarded UK law firm seeking an experienced Senior Defendant Serious Injury Solicitor to join its established insurance litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a defendant personal injury specialist with defendant multi-track EL/PL experience to handle a varied caseload of complex and high-value serious injury matters on behalf of insurer, retail and corporate clients. Working as part of a successful team, you will manage cases from inception through to resolution, including litigated matters proceeding to trial. The successful candidate will enjoy significant autonomy, direct client exposure and the opportunity to work on technically challenging and commercially important claims. Your new role As a Senior Defendant Serious Injury Solicitor, you will be responsible for: Manage a caseload of complex defendant personal injury and serious injury claims. Handle multi-track Employer's Liability and Public Liability matters from litigation through to trial. Provide strategic legal advice to insurer and corporate clients. Investigate liability and quantum issues. Draft court documents, pleadings, witness statements and settlement documentation. Instruct and liaise with counsel, medical experts and other third parties. Conduct negotiations and achieve favourable outcomes through settlement or litigation. Maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and service delivery. Support the development of junior team members where appropriate. Ensure compliance with CPR, litigation protocols and client service standards. What you'll need to succeed Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with 5+ years experience handling or assisting on defendant EL/PL matters (essential) Significant defendant personal injury litigation experience. A strong background handling complex and multi-track EL/PL claims. Experience managing high-value claims through the litigation process. Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation procedures. Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills. Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach. Exceptional organisational and case management abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience defending retail liability claims would be advantageous but is not essential. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Competitive annual leave entitlement. Private medical insurance. Pension scheme. Life assurance and healthcare benefits. Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes. Clear career progression opportunities. A collaborative and supportive team environment. High-quality work with a respected national client base. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on (phone number removed). If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company Our client is a well-regarded UK law firm seeking an experienced Senior Defendant Serious Injury Solicitor to join its established insurance litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a defendant personal injury specialist with defendant multi-track EL/PL experience to handle a varied caseload of complex and high-value serious injury matters on behalf of insurer, retail and corporate clients. Working as part of a successful team, you will manage cases from inception through to resolution, including litigated matters proceeding to trial. The successful candidate will enjoy significant autonomy, direct client exposure and the opportunity to work on technically challenging and commercially important claims. Your new role As a Senior Defendant Serious Injury Solicitor, you will be responsible for: Manage a caseload of complex defendant personal injury and serious injury claims. Handle multi-track Employer's Liability and Public Liability matters from litigation through to trial. Provide strategic legal advice to insurer and corporate clients. Investigate liability and quantum issues. Draft court documents, pleadings, witness statements and settlement documentation. Instruct and liaise with counsel, medical experts and other third parties. Conduct negotiations and achieve favourable outcomes through settlement or litigation. Maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and service delivery. Support the development of junior team members where appropriate. Ensure compliance with CPR, litigation protocols and client service standards. What you'll need to succeed Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with 5+ years experience handling or assisting on defendant EL/PL matters (essential) Significant defendant personal injury litigation experience. A strong background handling complex and multi-track EL/PL claims. Experience managing high-value claims through the litigation process. Excellent knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation procedures. Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills. Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach. Exceptional organisational and case management abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience defending retail liability claims would be advantageous but is not essential. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Competitive annual leave entitlement. Private medical insurance. Pension scheme. Life assurance and healthcare benefits. Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes. Clear career progression opportunities. A collaborative and supportive team environment. High-quality work with a respected national client base. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on (phone number removed). If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer - Major Projects Location: Hinckley Point, Bridgewater Package: £75,000 - £85,000 Basic, Plus Bonus, Company Car, Phone, Laptop, Life Insurance, Private Healthcare, Company Pension Scheme, 33 Days Holiday including Bank Holidays. We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to become the strategic link between our customers and our internal engineering, technical, service, and operations teams. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of major projects across the UK and Europe, ensuring solutions are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Alongside, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction while driving safety, quality, and operational excellence.This role offers a blend of technical expertise, project leadership, stakeholder management, and operational delivery. You will work closely with customers, site teams, technical specialists, logistics, training, and support functions across multiple countries. Role Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Act as the principal point of contact for customers on major projects. Understanding customer requirements, challenges, and project objectives. Providing proactive communication, technical guidance, and issue resolution. Project Leadership & Coordination: Lead the planning and execution of service and engineering activities. Coordinate cross-functional teams including technical support, field engineers, logistics, training, and operational specialists. Operational Excellence: Oversee site preparation, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning activities. Ensure compliance with all sites, customer, and regulatory requirements. Continuous Improvement: Lead root cause investigations and corrective action plans when issues arise. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service delivery, and customer satisfaction. Role Requirements: Ideally Degree-qualified with a background in mechanical, civil, or construction engineering. Knowledge of heavy equipment, lifting solutions, or construction machinery. Significant experience within engineering, project management, customer support, or construction-related environments. Experience supporting major project sites or international projects. Ability to influence and lead teams within a matrix organisation. Fluent French and English communication skills. If you are someone who fits the above requirements and would like to find out more about this opportunity, please speak to Zoe Mansfield at Elite Consultancy Network
Jul 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer - Major Projects Location: Hinckley Point, Bridgewater Package: £75,000 - £85,000 Basic, Plus Bonus, Company Car, Phone, Laptop, Life Insurance, Private Healthcare, Company Pension Scheme, 33 Days Holiday including Bank Holidays. We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to become the strategic link between our customers and our internal engineering, technical, service, and operations teams. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of major projects across the UK and Europe, ensuring solutions are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Alongside, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction while driving safety, quality, and operational excellence.This role offers a blend of technical expertise, project leadership, stakeholder management, and operational delivery. You will work closely with customers, site teams, technical specialists, logistics, training, and support functions across multiple countries. Role Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Act as the principal point of contact for customers on major projects. Understanding customer requirements, challenges, and project objectives. Providing proactive communication, technical guidance, and issue resolution. Project Leadership & Coordination: Lead the planning and execution of service and engineering activities. Coordinate cross-functional teams including technical support, field engineers, logistics, training, and operational specialists. Operational Excellence: Oversee site preparation, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning activities. Ensure compliance with all sites, customer, and regulatory requirements. Continuous Improvement: Lead root cause investigations and corrective action plans when issues arise. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service delivery, and customer satisfaction. Role Requirements: Ideally Degree-qualified with a background in mechanical, civil, or construction engineering. Knowledge of heavy equipment, lifting solutions, or construction machinery. Significant experience within engineering, project management, customer support, or construction-related environments. Experience supporting major project sites or international projects. Ability to influence and lead teams within a matrix organisation. Fluent French and English communication skills. If you are someone who fits the above requirements and would like to find out more about this opportunity, please speak to Zoe Mansfield at Elite Consultancy Network
Locations 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2FG, GB Capital Square, Edinburgh, EH3 8BP, GB 141 Bothwell Street, Glasgow, G2 7EQ, GB 1 Park Row, Leeds, LS1 5AB, GB 30 Crown Place, London, EC2A 4ES, GB 1 St Michaels, Manchester, M2 5AE, GB Job Schedule Full time Contact Name Victoria Greaves Contact Email Job Description Senior Legal Project Manager, DCO 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Any UK Office The Opportunity We're looking for a Senior Legal Project Manager (DCO) to join our Legal Project Management (LPM) team, working closely with our market leading Infrastructure Planning practice on complex Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs). This role focuses on the end to end project management of the Development Consent Order (DCO) lifecycle, from pre application through examination and, where required, post examination activity. You'll play a critical role in guiding clients and internal teams through the Planning Act 2008 regime, ensuring delivery is structured, compliant and well governed throughout. As part of Pinsent Masons Vario, our LPM team partners with legal teams and clients to deliver strategically important, high value projects to target margins, while improving efficiency, quality and client experience. The team also supports Vario's wider mission to deliver commercially and legally sustainable solutions that promote flexible and inclusive ways of working. Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term contract with potential to becoming permanent in the future. What You'll Do Project Coordination & Delivery Support the strategic planning and day to day coordination of DCO/NSIP matters, ensuring that timelines, examination deadlines, key activities and dependencies are accurately maintained and communicated Facilitate the delivery of all workstreams by organising inputs, monitoring progress, and ensuring legal teams and workstreams remain aligned to the agreed programme Maintain robust control, including project plans, action logs, risk and issue registers, and specifically designed DCO reporting tools Track changes in project timelines, resource needs, risks and deliverables, escalating impacts to client Governance, Meetings & Communication Arrange and manage governance forums including Kick Off Meetings, Project Team Meetings and various Workshops as needed Prepare agendas and ensure actions are captured, assigned and followed through Provide clear, consistent communication across project teams, clients, Counsel, and external consultants -ensuring all parties understand what is required and by when Stakeholder Management & Process Navigation Apply advanced stakeholder management skills to coordinate complex interactions across legal teams, planning specialists, environmental consultants, and client organisations Guide project teams through the procedural demands of the Planning Act 2008 and the DCO examination process, ensuring deadlines and statutory requirements remain front of mind Promote collaboration between all workstreams and support issue resolution through proactive engagement and cross team communication Identify programme level risks and issues, ensuring they are captured, assessed, monitored and escalated appropriately Contribute to post project reviews and lessons learned exercises, feeding improvements back into the DCO PMO and wider LPM processes Support the development and enhancement of project templates, trackers, tools and standard operating procedures for DCO matters Promote lean working practices and process efficiencies to improve the consistency and quality of DCO project delivery Identify improvement opportunities and support ongoing innovation within the Infrastructure Planning team Broader Team & Organisational Support Collaborate with pricing and legal teams by providing delivery insights needed to support client proposals and matter initiation Support large bids, and tenders where DCO project management expertise is required Provide general project management support across other teams/matters where required, while maintaining a primary focus on the DCO portfolio About You Demonstrable experience delivering key stages of Development Consent Orders Experience coordinating complex, multi workstream and multi organisation projects A strong understanding of the Planning Act 2008, the NSIP regime and DCO process Excellent planning, coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities Confidence using Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint and Copilot Commercial awareness, sound judgement and a proactive, problem solving mindset The ability to challenge constructively and question assumptions Resilience, flexibility and comfort working with limited supervision Sensitivity to cultural differences across project teams What We Offer Agile working options, including home working Carers' leave of up to five paid days 25 days' annual leave, with the option to buy or carry over up to five additional days Contributory pension (up to 5%) Access to benefits including an electric car scheme, cycle to work scheme, and interest free loans for season tickets, gym membership, or rental deposits Next Steps Once you apply, our Recruitment team will review your application and keep you updated by email. The interview process typically consists of two stages. Our Commitment to Inclusion We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer, a top Stonewall employer, and a signatory to multiple inclusion charters. We value diverse perspectives and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. If you'd like an informal conversation about the role, an alternative format of this advert, or to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact Victoria Greaves at .
Jul 06, 2026
Full time
Locations 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2FG, GB Capital Square, Edinburgh, EH3 8BP, GB 141 Bothwell Street, Glasgow, G2 7EQ, GB 1 Park Row, Leeds, LS1 5AB, GB 30 Crown Place, London, EC2A 4ES, GB 1 St Michaels, Manchester, M2 5AE, GB Job Schedule Full time Contact Name Victoria Greaves Contact Email Job Description Senior Legal Project Manager, DCO 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Any UK Office The Opportunity We're looking for a Senior Legal Project Manager (DCO) to join our Legal Project Management (LPM) team, working closely with our market leading Infrastructure Planning practice on complex Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs). This role focuses on the end to end project management of the Development Consent Order (DCO) lifecycle, from pre application through examination and, where required, post examination activity. You'll play a critical role in guiding clients and internal teams through the Planning Act 2008 regime, ensuring delivery is structured, compliant and well governed throughout. As part of Pinsent Masons Vario, our LPM team partners with legal teams and clients to deliver strategically important, high value projects to target margins, while improving efficiency, quality and client experience. The team also supports Vario's wider mission to deliver commercially and legally sustainable solutions that promote flexible and inclusive ways of working. Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term contract with potential to becoming permanent in the future. What You'll Do Project Coordination & Delivery Support the strategic planning and day to day coordination of DCO/NSIP matters, ensuring that timelines, examination deadlines, key activities and dependencies are accurately maintained and communicated Facilitate the delivery of all workstreams by organising inputs, monitoring progress, and ensuring legal teams and workstreams remain aligned to the agreed programme Maintain robust control, including project plans, action logs, risk and issue registers, and specifically designed DCO reporting tools Track changes in project timelines, resource needs, risks and deliverables, escalating impacts to client Governance, Meetings & Communication Arrange and manage governance forums including Kick Off Meetings, Project Team Meetings and various Workshops as needed Prepare agendas and ensure actions are captured, assigned and followed through Provide clear, consistent communication across project teams, clients, Counsel, and external consultants -ensuring all parties understand what is required and by when Stakeholder Management & Process Navigation Apply advanced stakeholder management skills to coordinate complex interactions across legal teams, planning specialists, environmental consultants, and client organisations Guide project teams through the procedural demands of the Planning Act 2008 and the DCO examination process, ensuring deadlines and statutory requirements remain front of mind Promote collaboration between all workstreams and support issue resolution through proactive engagement and cross team communication Identify programme level risks and issues, ensuring they are captured, assessed, monitored and escalated appropriately Contribute to post project reviews and lessons learned exercises, feeding improvements back into the DCO PMO and wider LPM processes Support the development and enhancement of project templates, trackers, tools and standard operating procedures for DCO matters Promote lean working practices and process efficiencies to improve the consistency and quality of DCO project delivery Identify improvement opportunities and support ongoing innovation within the Infrastructure Planning team Broader Team & Organisational Support Collaborate with pricing and legal teams by providing delivery insights needed to support client proposals and matter initiation Support large bids, and tenders where DCO project management expertise is required Provide general project management support across other teams/matters where required, while maintaining a primary focus on the DCO portfolio About You Demonstrable experience delivering key stages of Development Consent Orders Experience coordinating complex, multi workstream and multi organisation projects A strong understanding of the Planning Act 2008, the NSIP regime and DCO process Excellent planning, coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities Confidence using Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint and Copilot Commercial awareness, sound judgement and a proactive, problem solving mindset The ability to challenge constructively and question assumptions Resilience, flexibility and comfort working with limited supervision Sensitivity to cultural differences across project teams What We Offer Agile working options, including home working Carers' leave of up to five paid days 25 days' annual leave, with the option to buy or carry over up to five additional days Contributory pension (up to 5%) Access to benefits including an electric car scheme, cycle to work scheme, and interest free loans for season tickets, gym membership, or rental deposits Next Steps Once you apply, our Recruitment team will review your application and keep you updated by email. The interview process typically consists of two stages. Our Commitment to Inclusion We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer, a top Stonewall employer, and a signatory to multiple inclusion charters. We value diverse perspectives and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. If you'd like an informal conversation about the role, an alternative format of this advert, or to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact Victoria Greaves at .
IF1874 GE Energy Power Conversion UK Limited
Rugby, Warwickshire
Job Description Summary Quality isn't just a process at GE Vernova-it's a promise. As a Customer Quality Specialist within our Power Conversion & Storage (PCS) business, you will be the voice of the customer, ensuring that what we build and deliver meets the highest standards. We support critical infrastructure projects across the nuclear, oil & gas, subsea, naval, and aerospace industries. When challenges arise, you will lead the investigation, shape the solution, and rebuild customer confidence. This is a great development opportunity for someone who is driven by solving complex problems within the world's most demanding electrification engineering environments. Customer Quality Specialist About the role: Quality isn't just a process at GE Vernova-it's a promise. As a Customer Quality Specialist within our PCS business, you will be the voice of the customer, ensuring that what we build and deliver meets the highest standards. We support critical infrastructure projects across the nuclear, oil & gas, subsea, naval, and aerospace industries. When challenges arise, you will lead the investigation, shape the solution, and rebuild customer confidence. This role would suit you if you are driven to solve complex problems within the world's most demanding electrification environments. This role offers the perfect environment to accelerate your career and develop your expertise in high-stakes engineering. What you'll do Customer Quality Assurance: Assist in developing and executing quality plans for customer-facing projects. Identify and mitigate risks to ensure our deliverables meet rigorous regulatory, industry, and contractual standards. Structured Problem Solving & RCA: Lead structured problem-solving on critical issues, facilitating Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and driving Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs) to completion. Present technical findings and RCA reports to customers to maintain clear communication and confidence. Performance Review & Improvement: Manage customer feedback using data analysis to identify trends in quality performance, translating these insights into meaningful improvement actions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between customers and our internal teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Project Management). Facilitate data-driven solutions to ensure project requirements are met. System Knowledge & Audits: Develop a deep working knowledge of our rotating machinery and complex electromechanical systems to effectively manage quality investigations. Support customer-led audits and internal assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and transparency. Quality Culture: Participate in the development of quality practices and share a continuous improvement mindset across the team. What you'll bring You are someone who combines analytical rigor with strong interpersonal skills-equally comfortable presenting an RCA to a senior customer stakeholder as you are getting into the detail of a failure mode. You bring a genuine commitment to quality and the resilience to see issues through to resolution. Essential qualifications & experience Proven experience: managed a customer-facing quality role with a solid background in project quality assurance and ISO 9001 standards. Problem Solving: Demonstrated proficiency in structured root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, Pareto Analysis). Audit & Compliance: Experience conducting or supporting internal or customer-facing audits and assessments. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly to senior stakeholders. Security & Vetting: Must hold Sole British Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain SC-level national security vetting. As this role supports critical infrastructure government projects, all candidates will be subject to rigorous background checks and suitability assessments (BPSS or SC clearance) as part of the hiring process. Technical Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Highly desirable traits: Sector Experience: Experience in complex engineering within the nuclear, oil & gas, subsea, naval, automotive, or aerospace industries. Technical Analysis: Familiarity with failure mode analysis methods, such as FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis). Mentorship: A background in delivering quality training or coaching team members. What we offer Total Reward: Competitive compensation including performance-related bonus, flexible pension, employer-funded private health insurance, income protection, and life assurance. Wellbeing & Balance: We embrace flexible working and hybrid options, empowering you to achieve a true work-life balance that suits your lifestyle. Time to Recharge: 26 days of holiday, plus bank holidays. Career Growth: We provide a platform for continuous development. Through mentorship, open dialogue, and support for professional qualifications, we help you map a career path that evolves with your ambitions. Additional Information Relocation assistance provided: No
Jul 05, 2026
Full time
Job Description Summary Quality isn't just a process at GE Vernova-it's a promise. As a Customer Quality Specialist within our Power Conversion & Storage (PCS) business, you will be the voice of the customer, ensuring that what we build and deliver meets the highest standards. We support critical infrastructure projects across the nuclear, oil & gas, subsea, naval, and aerospace industries. When challenges arise, you will lead the investigation, shape the solution, and rebuild customer confidence. This is a great development opportunity for someone who is driven by solving complex problems within the world's most demanding electrification engineering environments. Customer Quality Specialist About the role: Quality isn't just a process at GE Vernova-it's a promise. As a Customer Quality Specialist within our PCS business, you will be the voice of the customer, ensuring that what we build and deliver meets the highest standards. We support critical infrastructure projects across the nuclear, oil & gas, subsea, naval, and aerospace industries. When challenges arise, you will lead the investigation, shape the solution, and rebuild customer confidence. This role would suit you if you are driven to solve complex problems within the world's most demanding electrification environments. This role offers the perfect environment to accelerate your career and develop your expertise in high-stakes engineering. What you'll do Customer Quality Assurance: Assist in developing and executing quality plans for customer-facing projects. Identify and mitigate risks to ensure our deliverables meet rigorous regulatory, industry, and contractual standards. Structured Problem Solving & RCA: Lead structured problem-solving on critical issues, facilitating Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and driving Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs) to completion. Present technical findings and RCA reports to customers to maintain clear communication and confidence. Performance Review & Improvement: Manage customer feedback using data analysis to identify trends in quality performance, translating these insights into meaningful improvement actions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between customers and our internal teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Project Management). Facilitate data-driven solutions to ensure project requirements are met. System Knowledge & Audits: Develop a deep working knowledge of our rotating machinery and complex electromechanical systems to effectively manage quality investigations. Support customer-led audits and internal assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and transparency. Quality Culture: Participate in the development of quality practices and share a continuous improvement mindset across the team. What you'll bring You are someone who combines analytical rigor with strong interpersonal skills-equally comfortable presenting an RCA to a senior customer stakeholder as you are getting into the detail of a failure mode. You bring a genuine commitment to quality and the resilience to see issues through to resolution. Essential qualifications & experience Proven experience: managed a customer-facing quality role with a solid background in project quality assurance and ISO 9001 standards. Problem Solving: Demonstrated proficiency in structured root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, Pareto Analysis). Audit & Compliance: Experience conducting or supporting internal or customer-facing audits and assessments. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly to senior stakeholders. Security & Vetting: Must hold Sole British Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain SC-level national security vetting. As this role supports critical infrastructure government projects, all candidates will be subject to rigorous background checks and suitability assessments (BPSS or SC clearance) as part of the hiring process. Technical Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Highly desirable traits: Sector Experience: Experience in complex engineering within the nuclear, oil & gas, subsea, naval, automotive, or aerospace industries. Technical Analysis: Familiarity with failure mode analysis methods, such as FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis). Mentorship: A background in delivering quality training or coaching team members. What we offer Total Reward: Competitive compensation including performance-related bonus, flexible pension, employer-funded private health insurance, income protection, and life assurance. Wellbeing & Balance: We embrace flexible working and hybrid options, empowering you to achieve a true work-life balance that suits your lifestyle. Time to Recharge: 26 days of holiday, plus bank holidays. Career Growth: We provide a platform for continuous development. Through mentorship, open dialogue, and support for professional qualifications, we help you map a career path that evolves with your ambitions. Additional Information Relocation assistance provided: No
We're looking for a Senior Lawyer/Team Leader on a 12-month fixed term contract at National Highways. In the role of Senior Lawyer/Team Leader within the Operations Legal Team you will advise on all aspects of legal operational matters, providing advice to the business on legal issues arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network. This is a diverse role and provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expert legal knowledge and skills to legal matters including managing the statutory instrument making process; advising on traffic regulation, management and signage; advising our Network Claims and Dart Charge teams and our Traffic Officer Service on duties and powers; Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and offences including unauthorised incursions, encroachments and obstructions on the network; litter responsibilities; automated vehicles and abnormal loads; advising the business on counter fraud and anti-money laundering; supporting National Highways staff in giving evidence in court proceedings; advising on resilience and business continuity, including crisis management. As a Senior Lawyer / Team Leader within Legal Services, you will oversee and lead the work of a team and support the Legal Operations Director, Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel with Directorate management responsibilities. Please note this position can be based from our Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol or Bedford offices and will include travel to other offices when required. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. To lead the delivery of specialist legal advice of a team within Legal Services (Operations) and to lead on complex and strategic matters, advising on all aspects of legal operational matters, as summarised above. Advise on organisational reputational risk (relevant to the Operations Team) and maintain an overview of emerging legal risks within the team to assist the Legal Director in managing and mitigating risk To manage the relationships with the customers and stakeholders of the Operations Team, managing expectations and the allocation of resources To obtain or procure external legal support as required, holding external lawyers to account Provide direction, legal support/supervision and line management for a team, ensuring the timely setting of objectives, performance management reviews and development of appropriate succession and development plans About you. Qualified Solicitor or Barrister authorised to practise in the UK. Demonstrable experience of public law, regulatory law, dispute resolution and litigation, legislative interpretation and drafting, traffic regulation, and operational policy matters. Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to provide effective written and oral advice, organise a complex workload, and identify solutions to complex legal and business issues. Proven capability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Experience of contributing effectively and constructively to the management of the relevant division and the Legal Services Directorate, and of leading, managing, and developing team members, fostering high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional development. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Legal Services encompasses the National Highways legal team, the information rights team and the company secretariat. Our aim is to provide the organisation with an effective legal service and support the Board, Chief Executive, and its committees on a wide range of issues. We offer strategic legal advice on commercial, planning, operational, highways, employment, regulatory, and property matters, ensuring legal compliance and minimising exposure to risk. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
Jul 05, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Lawyer/Team Leader on a 12-month fixed term contract at National Highways. In the role of Senior Lawyer/Team Leader within the Operations Legal Team you will advise on all aspects of legal operational matters, providing advice to the business on legal issues arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network. This is a diverse role and provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expert legal knowledge and skills to legal matters including managing the statutory instrument making process; advising on traffic regulation, management and signage; advising our Network Claims and Dart Charge teams and our Traffic Officer Service on duties and powers; Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and offences including unauthorised incursions, encroachments and obstructions on the network; litter responsibilities; automated vehicles and abnormal loads; advising the business on counter fraud and anti-money laundering; supporting National Highways staff in giving evidence in court proceedings; advising on resilience and business continuity, including crisis management. As a Senior Lawyer / Team Leader within Legal Services, you will oversee and lead the work of a team and support the Legal Operations Director, Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel with Directorate management responsibilities. Please note this position can be based from our Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol or Bedford offices and will include travel to other offices when required. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. To lead the delivery of specialist legal advice of a team within Legal Services (Operations) and to lead on complex and strategic matters, advising on all aspects of legal operational matters, as summarised above. Advise on organisational reputational risk (relevant to the Operations Team) and maintain an overview of emerging legal risks within the team to assist the Legal Director in managing and mitigating risk To manage the relationships with the customers and stakeholders of the Operations Team, managing expectations and the allocation of resources To obtain or procure external legal support as required, holding external lawyers to account Provide direction, legal support/supervision and line management for a team, ensuring the timely setting of objectives, performance management reviews and development of appropriate succession and development plans About you. Qualified Solicitor or Barrister authorised to practise in the UK. Demonstrable experience of public law, regulatory law, dispute resolution and litigation, legislative interpretation and drafting, traffic regulation, and operational policy matters. Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to provide effective written and oral advice, organise a complex workload, and identify solutions to complex legal and business issues. Proven capability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Experience of contributing effectively and constructively to the management of the relevant division and the Legal Services Directorate, and of leading, managing, and developing team members, fostering high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional development. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Legal Services encompasses the National Highways legal team, the information rights team and the company secretariat. Our aim is to provide the organisation with an effective legal service and support the Board, Chief Executive, and its committees on a wide range of issues. We offer strategic legal advice on commercial, planning, operational, highways, employment, regulatory, and property matters, ensuring legal compliance and minimising exposure to risk. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
As a Senior Lawyer/Team Leader within the Operations Legal Team you will advise on all aspects of legal operational matters, providing advice to the business on legal issues arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network. This is a diverse role and provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expert legal knowledge and skills to legal matters including managing the statutory instrument making process; advising on traffic regulation, management and signage; advising our Network Claims and Dart Charge teams and our Traffic Officer Service on duties and powers; Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and offences including unauthorised incursions, encroachments and obstructions on the network; litter responsibilities; automated vehicles and abnormal loads; advising the business on counter fraud and anti-money laundering; supporting National Highways staff in giving evidence in court proceedings; advising on resilience and business continuity, including crisis management. As a Senior Lawyer / Team Leader within Legal Services, you will oversee and lead the work of a team and support the Legal Operations Director, Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel with Directorate management responsibilities. Please note this position can be based from our Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol or Bedford offices and will include travel to other offices when required. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. To lead the delivery of specialist legal advice of a team within Legal Services (Operations) and to lead on complex and strategic matters, advising on all aspects of legal operational matters, as summarised above. Advise on organisational reputational risk (relevant to the Operations Team) and maintain an overview of emerging legal risks within the team to assist the Legal Director in managing and mitigating risk To manage the relationships with the customers and stakeholders of the Operations Team, managing expectations and the allocation of resources To obtain or procure external legal support as required, holding external lawyers to account Provide direction, legal support/supervision and line management for a team, ensuring the timely setting of objectives, performance management reviews and development of appropriate succession and development plans About you. Qualified Solicitor or Barrister authorised to practise in the UK. Demonstrable experience of public law, regulatory law, dispute resolution and litigation, legislative interpretation and drafting, traffic regulation, and operational policy matters. Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to provide effective written and oral advice, organise a complex workload, and identify solutions to complex legal and business issues. Proven capability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Experience of contributing effectively and constructively to the management of the relevant division and the Legal Services Directorate, and of leading, managing, and developing team members, fostering high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional development. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Legal Services encompasses the National Highways legal team, the information rights team and the company secretariat. Our aim is to provide the organisation with an effective legal service and support the Board, Chief Executive, and its committees on a wide range of issues. We offer strategic legal advice on commercial, planning, operational, highways, employment, regulatory, and property matters, ensuring legal compliance and minimising exposure to risk. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
As a Senior Lawyer/Team Leader within the Operations Legal Team you will advise on all aspects of legal operational matters, providing advice to the business on legal issues arising from the day-to-day operation of the strategic road network. This is a diverse role and provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expert legal knowledge and skills to legal matters including managing the statutory instrument making process; advising on traffic regulation, management and signage; advising our Network Claims and Dart Charge teams and our Traffic Officer Service on duties and powers; Highways Act 1980 responsibilities and offences including unauthorised incursions, encroachments and obstructions on the network; litter responsibilities; automated vehicles and abnormal loads; advising the business on counter fraud and anti-money laundering; supporting National Highways staff in giving evidence in court proceedings; advising on resilience and business continuity, including crisis management. As a Senior Lawyer / Team Leader within Legal Services, you will oversee and lead the work of a team and support the Legal Operations Director, Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel with Directorate management responsibilities. Please note this position can be based from our Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol or Bedford offices and will include travel to other offices when required. This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. To lead the delivery of specialist legal advice of a team within Legal Services (Operations) and to lead on complex and strategic matters, advising on all aspects of legal operational matters, as summarised above. Advise on organisational reputational risk (relevant to the Operations Team) and maintain an overview of emerging legal risks within the team to assist the Legal Director in managing and mitigating risk To manage the relationships with the customers and stakeholders of the Operations Team, managing expectations and the allocation of resources To obtain or procure external legal support as required, holding external lawyers to account Provide direction, legal support/supervision and line management for a team, ensuring the timely setting of objectives, performance management reviews and development of appropriate succession and development plans About you. Qualified Solicitor or Barrister authorised to practise in the UK. Demonstrable experience of public law, regulatory law, dispute resolution and litigation, legislative interpretation and drafting, traffic regulation, and operational policy matters. Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to provide effective written and oral advice, organise a complex workload, and identify solutions to complex legal and business issues. Proven capability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Experience of contributing effectively and constructively to the management of the relevant division and the Legal Services Directorate, and of leading, managing, and developing team members, fostering high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional development. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Legal Services encompasses the National Highways legal team, the information rights team and the company secretariat. Our aim is to provide the organisation with an effective legal service and support the Board, Chief Executive, and its committees on a wide range of issues. We offer strategic legal advice on commercial, planning, operational, highways, employment, regulatory, and property matters, ensuring legal compliance and minimising exposure to risk. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
London Permanent Overview Hunters Legal is working with a Leading London Firm to recruit a Solicitor / Associate into its highly regarded Construction Disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving and collaborative practice advising on complex, high value construction disputes across a broad range of sectors. The construction team is recognised within the legal directories for its expertise across both contentious and non contentious construction matters. Working closely with the wider real estate group, the team advises clients throughout the entire construction lifecycle, from project inception and planning through to completion and dispute resolution. Clients include developers, contractors, specialist subcontractors, asset managers, building owners and institutional investors across sectors including logistics, offices, retail, healthcare, biotech, hospitality, ports and data centres. The disputes practice is particularly well known for its expertise in adjudication, Technology and Construction Court litigation, arbitration, ADR and Building Safety Act related disputes. The Role The successful candidate will join a growing contentious construction practice and play an active role in managing complex disputes and supporting clients through commercially sensitive matters. The role offers exposure to a broad range of contentious construction work, including: Adjudications Litigation in the Technology and Construction Court Arbitration proceedings Mediation and alternative dispute resolution Building Safety Act related disputes Live project advisory and risk management support Associates are encouraged to take ownership of aspects of matters, working closely with clients, counsel and technical experts to progress disputes efficiently and achieve commercial outcomes. Examples of Recent Work Recent matters handled by the team include: Negotiating a high value settlement for a developer relating to a subcontractor package on a major residential development. Advising a private school in connection with a multi party defects claim against a contractor and architect. Acting in complex multi party Technology and Construction Court proceedings involving Building Safety Act issues. Advising on multiple adjudications arising from large scale commercial developments. Acting for a hotel owner in relation to disputes connected with a luxury refurbishment project in Mayfair. Supporting developer clients with early stage dispute strategy, risk management and live project advice on significant developments. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Delivering commercially focused legal advice on contentious construction matters. Drafting pre action correspondence, adjudication submissions, pleadings and witness statements. Managing day to day client contact on active matters under appropriate supervision. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider real estate and disputes teams. Assisting with business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships. Candidate Requirements The successful candidate is likely to have: Experience advising on contentious construction matters, although candidates with broader construction advisory experience looking to specialise will also be considered. A strong understanding of construction law and its commercial application. Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills. Strong interpersonal and client management abilities. A proactive and commercially minded approach. A strong academic background. The ability to think critically and provide practical legal solutions. The Opportunity This role offers the opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious City based team with an excellent reputation in the construction sector. The successful candidate will gain exposure to high quality work, direct client contact and genuine opportunities for career progression within a collaborative environment. The firm places significant emphasis on professional development, wellbeing and maintaining a positive and inclusive culture. The firm offers a highly competitive benefits package, including: Competitive salary and bonus structure Private medical and dental insurance Enhanced parental leave policies Life assurance and income protection Employee wellbeing initiatives and gym subsidies Employee Assistance Programme Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional days Diversity & Inclusion The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
London Permanent Overview Hunters Legal is working with a Leading London Firm to recruit a Solicitor / Associate into its highly regarded Construction Disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving and collaborative practice advising on complex, high value construction disputes across a broad range of sectors. The construction team is recognised within the legal directories for its expertise across both contentious and non contentious construction matters. Working closely with the wider real estate group, the team advises clients throughout the entire construction lifecycle, from project inception and planning through to completion and dispute resolution. Clients include developers, contractors, specialist subcontractors, asset managers, building owners and institutional investors across sectors including logistics, offices, retail, healthcare, biotech, hospitality, ports and data centres. The disputes practice is particularly well known for its expertise in adjudication, Technology and Construction Court litigation, arbitration, ADR and Building Safety Act related disputes. The Role The successful candidate will join a growing contentious construction practice and play an active role in managing complex disputes and supporting clients through commercially sensitive matters. The role offers exposure to a broad range of contentious construction work, including: Adjudications Litigation in the Technology and Construction Court Arbitration proceedings Mediation and alternative dispute resolution Building Safety Act related disputes Live project advisory and risk management support Associates are encouraged to take ownership of aspects of matters, working closely with clients, counsel and technical experts to progress disputes efficiently and achieve commercial outcomes. Examples of Recent Work Recent matters handled by the team include: Negotiating a high value settlement for a developer relating to a subcontractor package on a major residential development. Advising a private school in connection with a multi party defects claim against a contractor and architect. Acting in complex multi party Technology and Construction Court proceedings involving Building Safety Act issues. Advising on multiple adjudications arising from large scale commercial developments. Acting for a hotel owner in relation to disputes connected with a luxury refurbishment project in Mayfair. Supporting developer clients with early stage dispute strategy, risk management and live project advice on significant developments. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Delivering commercially focused legal advice on contentious construction matters. Drafting pre action correspondence, adjudication submissions, pleadings and witness statements. Managing day to day client contact on active matters under appropriate supervision. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider real estate and disputes teams. Assisting with business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships. Candidate Requirements The successful candidate is likely to have: Experience advising on contentious construction matters, although candidates with broader construction advisory experience looking to specialise will also be considered. A strong understanding of construction law and its commercial application. Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills. Strong interpersonal and client management abilities. A proactive and commercially minded approach. A strong academic background. The ability to think critically and provide practical legal solutions. The Opportunity This role offers the opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious City based team with an excellent reputation in the construction sector. The successful candidate will gain exposure to high quality work, direct client contact and genuine opportunities for career progression within a collaborative environment. The firm places significant emphasis on professional development, wellbeing and maintaining a positive and inclusive culture. The firm offers a highly competitive benefits package, including: Competitive salary and bonus structure Private medical and dental insurance Enhanced parental leave policies Life assurance and income protection Employee wellbeing initiatives and gym subsidies Employee Assistance Programme Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional days Diversity & Inclusion The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Job Title Senior Legal Counsel - Home Care, Unilever UK & Ireland Location Kingston-upon-Thames Role Purpose Unilever's Home Care Legal Team is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to act as the lead in house legal partner for the UK & Ireland Home Care business. Reporting to the Home Care General Counsel Europe, this high visibility role is embedded in the UKI Home Care Leadership Team, with a mandate to shape commercial decisions, manage risk on key campaigns and disputes, and influence industry positions on behalf of one of the UK's largest FMCG businesses. The Senior Legal Counsel will own the legal agenda for a portfolio of category leading brands, working at the intersection of innovation, marketing, competition and disputes - providing pragmatic, commercially astute advice that enables growth while protecting reputation and value. Team Context The UK & Ireland Legal Team, based in Kingston upon Thames, is integral to the business's risk governance for commercial and marketing activity. The role works closely with the wider Home Care Legal Team and is supported by global centralised specialist expert functions such as employment, litigation, intellectual property and competition law. It also interacts with other functions such as Regulatory Affairs and R&D. The role has shared access to junior legal support. Key Accountabilities Strategic business partnering Act as trusted legal adviser to the UKI Home Care Leadership Team, providing real time counsel on commercial strategy, risk and competition law as a standing member of leadership forums and senior reviews. Translate complex legal issues into clear, risk based recommendations that drive commercially sound decisions at pace, and support business reviews, leadership visits and senior stakeholder engagements in UKI. Marketing, innovation and claims Advise on the full lifecycle of brand and innovation activity, from concept and on pack claims to advertising, sponsorship and influencer campaigns, with rigorous risk assessment and mitigation planning. Partner with Regulatory Affairs and R&D to review marketing assets across print and media, as well as product claims. Competitor strategy and disputes Lead Unilever's competitor challenge and defence strategy in UKI: assessing, pursuing and defending claims and advertising matters before the ASA, courts, Trading Standards and other forums. Manage product claim and commercial litigation, working closely with internal experts to deliver cost effective, commercially aligned outcomes. Commercial contracts Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including service, consultancy, confidentiality, sponsorship, talent, brand building agency, influencer and joint business plan agreements with customers. Intellectual property In partnership with Unilever's IP specialists, advise on brand protection, unfair competition, licensing, third party IP use and IP risk management across marketing and innovation. External representation and industry influence Represent Unilever in relevant trade bodies (e.g. UKCPI) and with regulators, authorities and trade associations, shaping legal and policy positions and supporting alignment on industry initiatives. Issue and incident response Lead rapid risk assessment and resolution on ad hoc commercial, supply chain and consumer issues; support Consumer Care and Communications on complex complaints and incident management. Capability building Build legal capability across the business through targeted training, practical playbooks, templates and guidance that drive consistent, high quality decision making and embed Unilever's compliance framework. Cross border collaboration Contribute to and lead cross country projects in partnership with in house lawyers across Europe and globally, sharing learnings and bringing pan Unilever perspective into UKI decisions. Experience and Skills Experience Qualified lawyer with a minimum of six years' post qualification experience advising on marketing and commercial legal matters; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered. FMCG, retail or consumer brands experience preferred but not essential. Demonstrable track record advising senior business stakeholders in a fast paced, brand led environment. Technical expertise Marketing and advertising law, including claims support within a regulated environment (detailed regulatory knowledge not required - covered by a specialist team). Commercial contracts across a broad range of brand building, customer and third party arrangements. Working knowledge of competition law, particularly as applied to agreements between Unilever and its customers (with support from specialist colleagues). Familiarity with leading and managing disputes with the support of internal experts to deliver commercial outcomes. Personal capabilities Strong agility, with the ability to rapidly shift focus across a wide range of matters in a fast paced environment. Prior in house experience essential, ideally within an FMCG or matrix setting. Confident, credible communicator able to influence at leadership level and translate legal complexity into commercial clarity. Sharp commercial judgement, weighing cost, risk and competitive advantage to propose creative, deliverable solutions. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills; calm under pressure and able to deliver to short deadlines. Proactive, flexible and collaborative team player who builds trust across functions and geographies. Builder of legal capability in the wider business, with a coaching mindset and high standards of integrity. What We Offer Competitive salary and pension scheme. Annual bonus. Subsidised gym membership. Discounted staff shop and shares. Flexible and hybrid working environment. Wellbeing support, including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. Family friendly and inclusive workplace, creating possibilities for all. Equal Opportunity and Diversity Unilever is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity in our workforce, giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and supporting all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to reasonable adjustments to enable all candidates to present their best selves.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title Senior Legal Counsel - Home Care, Unilever UK & Ireland Location Kingston-upon-Thames Role Purpose Unilever's Home Care Legal Team is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to act as the lead in house legal partner for the UK & Ireland Home Care business. Reporting to the Home Care General Counsel Europe, this high visibility role is embedded in the UKI Home Care Leadership Team, with a mandate to shape commercial decisions, manage risk on key campaigns and disputes, and influence industry positions on behalf of one of the UK's largest FMCG businesses. The Senior Legal Counsel will own the legal agenda for a portfolio of category leading brands, working at the intersection of innovation, marketing, competition and disputes - providing pragmatic, commercially astute advice that enables growth while protecting reputation and value. Team Context The UK & Ireland Legal Team, based in Kingston upon Thames, is integral to the business's risk governance for commercial and marketing activity. The role works closely with the wider Home Care Legal Team and is supported by global centralised specialist expert functions such as employment, litigation, intellectual property and competition law. It also interacts with other functions such as Regulatory Affairs and R&D. The role has shared access to junior legal support. Key Accountabilities Strategic business partnering Act as trusted legal adviser to the UKI Home Care Leadership Team, providing real time counsel on commercial strategy, risk and competition law as a standing member of leadership forums and senior reviews. Translate complex legal issues into clear, risk based recommendations that drive commercially sound decisions at pace, and support business reviews, leadership visits and senior stakeholder engagements in UKI. Marketing, innovation and claims Advise on the full lifecycle of brand and innovation activity, from concept and on pack claims to advertising, sponsorship and influencer campaigns, with rigorous risk assessment and mitigation planning. Partner with Regulatory Affairs and R&D to review marketing assets across print and media, as well as product claims. Competitor strategy and disputes Lead Unilever's competitor challenge and defence strategy in UKI: assessing, pursuing and defending claims and advertising matters before the ASA, courts, Trading Standards and other forums. Manage product claim and commercial litigation, working closely with internal experts to deliver cost effective, commercially aligned outcomes. Commercial contracts Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including service, consultancy, confidentiality, sponsorship, talent, brand building agency, influencer and joint business plan agreements with customers. Intellectual property In partnership with Unilever's IP specialists, advise on brand protection, unfair competition, licensing, third party IP use and IP risk management across marketing and innovation. External representation and industry influence Represent Unilever in relevant trade bodies (e.g. UKCPI) and with regulators, authorities and trade associations, shaping legal and policy positions and supporting alignment on industry initiatives. Issue and incident response Lead rapid risk assessment and resolution on ad hoc commercial, supply chain and consumer issues; support Consumer Care and Communications on complex complaints and incident management. Capability building Build legal capability across the business through targeted training, practical playbooks, templates and guidance that drive consistent, high quality decision making and embed Unilever's compliance framework. Cross border collaboration Contribute to and lead cross country projects in partnership with in house lawyers across Europe and globally, sharing learnings and bringing pan Unilever perspective into UKI decisions. Experience and Skills Experience Qualified lawyer with a minimum of six years' post qualification experience advising on marketing and commercial legal matters; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered. FMCG, retail or consumer brands experience preferred but not essential. Demonstrable track record advising senior business stakeholders in a fast paced, brand led environment. Technical expertise Marketing and advertising law, including claims support within a regulated environment (detailed regulatory knowledge not required - covered by a specialist team). Commercial contracts across a broad range of brand building, customer and third party arrangements. Working knowledge of competition law, particularly as applied to agreements between Unilever and its customers (with support from specialist colleagues). Familiarity with leading and managing disputes with the support of internal experts to deliver commercial outcomes. Personal capabilities Strong agility, with the ability to rapidly shift focus across a wide range of matters in a fast paced environment. Prior in house experience essential, ideally within an FMCG or matrix setting. Confident, credible communicator able to influence at leadership level and translate legal complexity into commercial clarity. Sharp commercial judgement, weighing cost, risk and competitive advantage to propose creative, deliverable solutions. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills; calm under pressure and able to deliver to short deadlines. Proactive, flexible and collaborative team player who builds trust across functions and geographies. Builder of legal capability in the wider business, with a coaching mindset and high standards of integrity. What We Offer Competitive salary and pension scheme. Annual bonus. Subsidised gym membership. Discounted staff shop and shares. Flexible and hybrid working environment. Wellbeing support, including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. Family friendly and inclusive workplace, creating possibilities for all. Equal Opportunity and Diversity Unilever is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity in our workforce, giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and supporting all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to reasonable adjustments to enable all candidates to present their best selves.
