Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent lawyer with substantial experience in housing disrepair litigation. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and committed legal professional with a proven track record in managing complex housing cases to join the Council's in-house legal service.You will work under the supervision of the Principal and Senior Lawyers, taking ownership of a varied and demanding caseload. The role requires confident handling of housing litigation, with a particular focus on disrepair cases, dealing with cases from pre-litigation through to conclusion of litigation. This will include high-value and routine disrepair claims, possession proceedings, injunctions, closure orders and enforcement actions.This is a pivotal position for someone who can work independently, deliver high-quality legal advice, and manage cases from start to finish. A strong understanding of the pre-action protocol for housing conditions...

Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent lawyer with substantial experience in housing disrepair litigation. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and committed legal professional with a proven track record in managing complex housing cases to join the Council's in-house legal service.You will work under the supervision of the Principal and Senior Lawyers, taking ownership of a varied and demanding caseload. The role requires confident handling of housing litigation, with a particular focus on disrepair cases, dealing with cases from pre-litigation through to conclusion of litigation. This will include high-value and routine disrepair claims, possession proceedings, injunctions, closure orders and enforcement actions.This is a pivotal position for someone who can work independently, deliver high-quality legal advice, and manage cases from start to finish. A strong understanding of the pre-action protocol for housing conditions...

Exciting Opportunity: Conveyancing Legal Secretary Location: Gillingham Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: 9am - 5pm, 1 hour lunch break Our client, a reputable and dynamic legal firm based in Gillingham, is seeking a skilled Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their vibrant team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to advance their career in the legal sector. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for property law, this role could be the perfect fit! Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the conveyancing team, ensuring all processes run smoothly and efficiently Draught and prepare legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with a keen eye for detail Maintain accurate and organised files, both electronically and physically, to ensure compliance and ease of access Liaise with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective communication...

Conveyancing Legal Administrator / Graduate Opportunity Are you a recent Law Graduate looking to start your legal career with a well-established and supportive law firm? We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our clients Conveyancing team, providing administrative and client support while gaining valuable hands-on experience. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal knowledge and build a long-term career in conveyancing. Responsibilities Preparing and typing correspondence, legal documents and client letters Answering telephone calls and assisting clients in a professional and friendly manner Managing and updating client records and files Supporting the team with administrative tasks, including scanning, filing and document preparation Arranging appointments and liaising with clients, estate agents and third parties Updating information on the firm's case management system Assisting fee earners with the progression of...

Asbestos Analyst Location: London, M25 & South East Rate: 250- 300 per day, depending on experience Contract: Contract-to-Permanent Astute People are recruiting for an experienced Asbestos Analyst to join an established, independent asbestos consultancy with a strong and ongoing workload across London, the M25 and wider South East. This is an opportunity to join a busy team on an initial contract basis, with the potential to move permanently after approximately 3 months if it's the right fit for both you and the business. The Role As an Asbestos Analyst, you'll be predominantly field-based, working across a mixture of commercial and domestic properties. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out air monitoring and fibre monitoring Undertaking 4-stage clearance testing Producing accurate reports using tablet/handheld technology Working in accordance with UKAS requirements, legislation and company procedures Maintaining strong client...