Total 24 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in Reading, RG30 2DX

Join our innovative Civil Engineering team as a Civil Engineer, where your skills will be essential in solving engineering challenges and delivering top-notch designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports while ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborating with the Senior Civil Engineer, you will conceptualise water and wastewater treatment works and infrastructure designs.

Your insights will help develop project briefs, ensuring we achieve optimal engineering solutions throughout our projects. Please become part of a sustainable engineering framework guiding Thames Water’s success as we move into AMP8 and beyond, positively impacting our community and the environment.

What you’ll be doing

- Analysing root causes of problems at our treatment works or in the network.
- Undertaking site visits.
- Ensuring that safe, sustainable designs are developed.
- Preparing calculations, designs, study reports, specifications, drawings and H&S documentation.
- Liaising with other engineering disciplines to ensure that the civil engineering design caters for their requirements.
- Provide civil engineering input into asset surveys, plant condition assessments, feasibility. studies, optioneering, whole-life costing, and preliminary designs.

Based in Hybrid, Clearwater Court, you will be required on-site as part of your role requires you to, on average 2-3 days a week.

36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

- Be educated to degree level or other appropriate technical qualification in Civil Engineering.
- Understand the regulatory environment to achieve compliance with our Engineering regulatory requirements.
- Possess the ability to use your initiative and undertake tasks efficiently and independently.
- Have excellent communication and influencing skills to engage with our colleagues and stakeholders clearly.
- Deliver exceptional service through a passionate and positive approach, taking accountability for your role while working accurately and flexibly within a busy team.

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary from £40,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience of the successful candidate.
- 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- Wider benefits scheme includes our benefits hub, which is packed with offers and information to save money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complimentary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, background, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Join our dynamic Civil Engineering team as a Senior Civil Engineer, where your expertise will be vital in tackling engineering challenges and producing exceptional designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports—all while ensuring we meet regulatory standards. Working closely with the Principal Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to envision and create innovative water and wastewater treatment systems and infrastructure designs.

Your valuable insights will play a key role in developing and mentoring your colleagues and guiding project briefs to ensure we achieve outstanding engineering solutions on every project and being part of our commitment to sustainable engineering, which drives Thames Water’s success into AMP8 and beyond. Your contributions can genuinely change lives and make a meaningful difference in our community and for the environment.

What you’ll be doing

- Undertaking root cause analyses to fully understand causes/sources of the engineering issues affecting the performance of existing wastewater network assets.
- Liaison with internal stakeholders in areas such as operations, network modelling, and asset management.
- Identification and definition of the correct optimised engineering solutions.
- Provide civil infrastructure input into feasibility studies, optioneering, whole life costing, and preliminary designs.
- Providing the technical input into Project Definition Briefs.
- Supporting the establishment of a cohesive, sustainable Engineering structure from Graduate to Industry experts that leads Thames’s Engineering requirements into AMP8 and beyond.

Based in Hybrid, Clearwater Court, you will be required on-site as part of your role requires you to, on average 2-3 days a week

36 hours a week, Monday to Friday

What you should bring to the role

- Degree level or equivalent in their Engineering Discipline and preferably with professional chartership.
- Experience in designing new and rehabilitating wastewater utility civil infrastructure such as sewers, pumping stations, rising mains, CSOs and storage tanks.
- Ability to assess the buildability of proposed engineering solutions.
- Understanding of the regulatory environment to achieve compliance with our Engineering regulatory requirements.
- Good internal and external communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence colleagues.
- Experience in producing Design Management plans and delivering to plan.

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary from £41,600 to £62,400 per annum depending on skills and experience.
- 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- Wider benefits scheme includes our benefits hub, which is packed with offers and information to save money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complimentary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, background, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be. This role sits within our Security business division which provides physical security guarding, access control, alarm systems and perimeter property protection, CCTV, mobile surveillance, and ANPR Technology services to a wide range of prestigious clients.

About The Role:
Shift Pattern: Variable Shift Rota

Hours Per Week: 42

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Recording of vehicles, visitors and contractors as well as all site activities maintaining accurate records and a site daily occurrence record
• Monitor site visually and via CCTV and be fully conversant with the CCTV and site electronic security systems responding to alerts and alarms as required
• Completing regular site patrols and inspections of client's premises in accordance with the assignment Instructions
• Be capable of providing security services to multiple locations and client sites with flexibility of working patterns to support the needs of the business
• To fulfil health and safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the company's Health & Safety policy and Health & Safety Management plans

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have Right to Work in the UK
• SIA licensed essential
• Computer literate
• Able to interact at all levels from visitors to senior management
• High standards of personal presentation

Successful candidates will also be required to undergo screening and vetting (BS7859)



How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
This role sits within our Security business division which provides physical security guarding, access control, alarm systems and perimeter property protection, CCTV, mobile surveillance, and ANPR Technology services to a wide range of prestigious clients.

About The Role:
Days of Work: Variable Shift Rota - 4 on 4 off

Hours Per Week: 48

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Recording of vehicles, visitors and contractors as well as all site activities maintaining accurate records and a site daily occurrence record
• Monitor site visually and via CCTV and be fully conversant with the CCTV and site electronic security systems responding to alerts and alarms as required
• Completing regular site patrols and inspections of client's premises in accordance with the assignment Instructions
• To show a professional security presence throughout the site
• To fulfil health and safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the company's Health & Safety policy and Health & Safety Management plans

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• You will be required to undergo screening and vetting (BS7858)
• SIA licensed essential
• Computer literate
• Able to interact at all levels from visitors to senior management.
• High standards of personal presentation

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Exciting opportunity at Thames Water! Seeking a Civil Engineer to ensure our capital projects meet top standards. Drive engineering work on our leading Sewage Treatment works. Develop project briefs, mitigate risks, and provide technical assurance. Join us in delivering excellence in design and safety. Be part of our ambitious AMP7 journey and beyond.

What you’ll be doing as a Civil Engineer

- Coordinate the development of Project Briefs based on the needs defined by Asset Management.
- Understand project risks and coordinate mitigation activities. Collect documents and information to inform contractor pricing and risk provision.
- Prepare and support technical reviews through the projects' Definition, De-Risking, and Detail Design phases.
- Conducted technical assurance checks and audits of contractor activities and outputs during the project's detailed design and construction phases.

This role will be based at Clearwater Court Reading on a Hybrid basis. You will be required to be in the office and on-site 2-3 days a week, and as the business requires you to.
36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
Ideally, to be a driver and have access to a car to travel to sites.

What you should bring to the role

- Hold a Civil Engineering Degree or an equivalent Engineering HNC
- Background in oil and gas, highways or wastewater
- Understanding of project delivery in process industries
- Understanding of Health and Safety in the Construction Industry
- Background in developing technical project solutions or Briefs in a specific discipline
- Fully proficient at using the appropriate Company IT systems and Office software

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary between £40,000 to £50,000 per annum
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (Plus bank holidays)
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year
- Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing

Who are we?
At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water
At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Security Guard's responsibilities:

To be successful in this role, you must have your own PPE, be dependable and be able to work competently and independently. You must hold a valid SIA Card.

Benefits:

Day & Night Shift Availability

Weekend Working

Free Parking

About us:

Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance and engineering companies.

The Role

• We value that health and safety is followed therefore you will need to be cautious of others working with you.
• You will liaise with the team and complete the tasks required in order for the everything to run smoothly.
• We expect you to be punctual and arrive to site on time.
• You will get an opportunity to work in a friendly environment and be part of a team.

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The 4 must haves for you to be considered for this role: Be a registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) active on the NMC register Previous experience managing cases where a child has a protection plan Have a valid UK driving license with access to vehicle If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply. If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call Haley Walsh on 07880541538 or email: haley.walsh@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

The 4 must haves for you to be considered for this role: Be a registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) active on the NMC register Previous experience managing cases where a child has a protection plan Have a valid UK driving license with access to vehicle If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply. If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call Haley Walsh on 07880541538 or email: haley.walsh@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

Here at NSL, we are not just the "parking people"; but market leaders in our industry. Our team of highly trained frontline colleagues and back-office support team members provide outsourced business services to the public and private sectors. These include comprehensive parking and street management solutions that contribute to creating a great place to work and live. Our Enforcement Officers play a big part by removing untaxed vehicles on behalf of the DVLA. What does a DVLA Enforcement Officer Do?* Liaises with members of the public and give advice regarding clamping and fines. * Advises the public on payment methods and other issues regarding enforcement action taken on their vehicle.* Work alongside other agencies, when required including, Police, DVLA and VOSA.
* Deals with enquiries from the public regarding enforcement action and ensures the relevant information packs are available.* Ensures all vehicles and enforcement equipment is serviced and fit for purpose, reporting faults to the Manager.
* Completes daily reports regarding activities What do you need to be a DVLA Enforcement Officer? Full UK Manual Driving Licence Excellent Communication Skills
Self Motivated Customer Focused
Ability to work shifts - 4 on 4 off Ability to work on own initiative Previous experience in a similar role would be ideal but not essential What's in it for you? Competitive rates of pay
Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel and socialising to health & wellbeing Excellent Reward & Recognition Scheme
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package [subject to eligibility criteria]First Class Training & Development Opportunities
Pension Scheme Full Uniform provided.
28 days' holiday including bank holidays. Regular overtime [optional]
Flexible Shift Patterns To speak to one of our recruitment colleagues or discuss how your skills or experience may suit the role, apply online today and a member of the team will be in touch soon. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This is a new role which has been created to provide targeted and expert support to their secretarial population, who would benefit from greater support around training, development and performance. There will also be an element of resource management across all teams and offices.


The Secretarial Manager will be responsible for line managing all Secretaries in London and Reading, with the exception of the Executive Assistant to the CEO and COO.

Responsibility for other administrative roles such as the Receptionist and Office Coordinator will not fall under the Secretarial Manager's remit. The Secretarial Manager will report to the Head of Administration.
Initially, the Secretarial Manager role will not be exclusive of secretarial responsibilities. As the role and firm grows, we expect secretarial responsibilities to decrease, but this will be a matter for discussion and agreement between the Secretarial Manager and Head of Administration.


The company headcount is currently 89 (expected to increase to 92 in September 2024), with 11 secretaries, 2 of whom are based in Reading. As this role will manage secretaries across both offices, travel to the Reading office will be required at least once a month. This may increase with time, depending on the size of the team in Reading.
The Secretarial Manager's main role includes, but is not limited to:

• Secretarial:
• Working for up to four fee earners on a daily basis with additional fee earners visiting on a regular basis on a mix of workplace law
• Monthly billing (producing and amending billing guides, transferring time as required, creating invoices and sending to accounts for adding to billing system)
• General typing - audio (limited) and copy typing (letters, emails, witness statements, attendance notes etc.)
• Typing of legal documents including, but not limited to, ET1 and ET3 forms o Preparation of court bundles and visa applications
• Opening new client files, sending out new engagement forms and dealing with Money

Laundering Regulations o General administrative duties such as, photocopying, filing, answering calls, booking appointments, couriers and taxis, diary management

• Resource management:
• Allocate secretarial work across all offices
  
  
• Ensure sufficient levels of cover are available during unplanned absence/holiday
  
  o Responsible for the recruitment of administrative/secretarial employees in conjunction with the HR Manager and Head of Administration.
  
  
  
• Manage all secretarial employees including:
• Implement and manage secretarial and administrative procedures across the team and firm o Act as a first line of support for secretaries and deal with issues/questions as they arise, escalating as appropriate
• Support the team during any system/process changes, acting as a positive role model o Ensure secretaries complete their file opening administration tasks
• Hold and lead monthly Secretary meetings and ensure effective communication both ways with management
• Share knowledge and experience with the secretarial population to further their career progression
• Motivate and inspire the secretarial population to help them reach their potential and work together to achieve the firm's goals
• Act as an advocate for the secretarial population
  
  
  o Gather feedback and carry out performance reviews in conjunction with the Head of Administration
  
  
• Liaising with other areas of the firm including:
• Accounts for the smooth running of the billing process and working with the team to develop effective solutions to issues as they arise
• Practice Team Leaders to:
• Ensure resources are available and equitably delivered according to need
• Manage inductions for all new fee earning and secretarial starters o IT to:
• ensure the appropriate level of training and support for new software and processes
• feeding back on technology issues and helping IT create solutions

• HR to:
  
  
• ensure people management best practices are implemented and the secretarial team remain engaged, motivated and supported
• work together in designing and implementing a performance review programme including the creation of a competency framework
• manage people related issues such as performance, conduct, capability, in line with the firm's policies and culture
• carry out probation reviews in conjunction/with support from the Head of Administration
• Process improvement o Proactively work with Team Leaders, Head of Administration and other relevant stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and potential solutions
• Seek feedback on processes/practices/systems that are working well and those that may require improvement
• Actively consider how the secretarial population can continually deliver value and work together
• Understand strategic business requirements to identify solutions and improvements to the overall secretarial function
• Keeping up to date with industry changes and consider how the firm should respond to such

changes
Role Requirements

• Minimum of five years' prior experience in a secretarial or similar role
• Excellent attention to detail
• A flexible, 'can and will do' attitude
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
  
• Ability to communicate clearly and in a professional manner
• Excellent client care approach
  
  
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage a busy workload
  
  
• Being able to manage client and colleague expectations effectively
  
  
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Being able to work independently and part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and manage sensitive documents
• Strong IT skills

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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The 4 must haves for you to be considered for this role: Be a registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) active on the NMC register Previous experience managing cases where a child has a protection plan Have a valid UK driving license with access to vehicle If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply. If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call Haley Walsh on 07880541538 or email: haley.walsh@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and highly organised individual to join the Legal team within the Trust. The post holder will be responsible for providing confidential, clerical and administrative support to the Department as well as managing spreadsheets and databases.

It requires excellent administrative and organisational skills with the ability to deliver objectives to meet strict deadlines. IT literacy is very important as the successful candidate will be expected to use a number of differing IT systems and be able to demonstrate experience of producing documents using Microsoft computer packages.

There is scope within the role to provide paralegal support to the legal team, subject to training and aptitude.

The individual must be a team player and have a positive approach. This is a challenging and rewarding role and requires commitment, enthusiasm and ability to provide an excellent service. It also requires the post holder to be an excellent communicator with the ability to work with all staff groups.

The Legal Department is a small team of 3 all with legal degrees and one of whom is a solicitor. This is a key post and it is essential that the post holder has the requisites skills and attributes to do the job.

This is a full time post working 37.5 hours Monday to Friday.



1. The post holder is responsible for providing full legal administrative support to the Legal Services Department.

2. The post holder is responsible for the setting up of new cases, electronically and manually, managing the post and all other documents associated with claims in accordance with the Legal Department procedures for handling of claims.

3. The role will require good literacy skills and the ability to communicate well in writing and verbally with all staff groups in the Trust as well as all external stakeholders. It requires management of all documents in strict accordance with the General Data Protection Requirements Act (GDPR) and the Trust’s information governance policies.

4. The role requires management of databases, spread sheets and on line digital platforms such as One Drive; the ability to extract key information from the databases as needed; payment of invoices and all other administrative tasks needed. It requires the ability to ensure work is completed within strict deadlines.

5. The post holder must be able to work on his/her own initiative to support Legal Department’s workload.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

1. The post holder is responsible for the setting up of new cases, electronically and manually; managing the post and all other documents associated with the work of the department in accordance with the Legal Department procedures for handling of claims and documents.

2. Typing correspondence, statements and other legal documents; acting as the first point of contact for the Legal Department, filtering and dealing with the complexity of enquiries in a professional, sensitive and timely manner ensuring that all queries are tracked through to conclusion.

3. To assist in investigation of claims by liaising with UHCW staff and others, as appropriate. This will require communicating well in writing and verbally with Trust staff and external organisations to include external Solicitors, NHSR.

4. To ensure neat and organised processes and systems for the administration of the Legal Department’s work.

5. To manage own workload and prioritise as necessary in order to meet deadlines.

6. To be able to manage the processing of sensitive and complex documents in accordance with GDPR and Trust’s Information Governance standards.

7. Deal with sensitive telephone enquiries from patients/relatives, Coroner’s office, Solicitors, NHSLA and members of staff promptly and efficiently.

9. Manage and arrange meetings for Inquest Hearings, case conferences meetings. This will included planning and organising complex meetings with a range of staff and external organisations eg. legal case conferences, court briefings, witness meetings evidence gathering, site inspections involving staff.

10. Devise, maintain and amend template letters, documents and forms to improve efficient working practice.

11. Attend meetings when required to take and transcribe minutes, proactively ensuring that actions points are raised and completed.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.




This advert closes on Wednesday 21 Aug 2024

1. The post holder is responsible for the setting up of new cases, electronically and manually; managing the post and all other documents associated with the work of the department in accordance with the Legal Department procedures for handling of claims and documents. 2. Typing correspondence, statements and other legal documents; acting as the first point of contact for the Legal Department, filtering and dealing with the complexity of enquiries in a professional, sensitive and timely manner ensuring that all queries are tracked through to conclusion. 3. To assist in investigation of claims by liaising with UHCW staff and others, as appropriate. This will require communicating well in writing and verbally with Trust staff and external organisations to include external Solicitors, NHSR. 4. To ensure neat and organised processes and systems for the administration of the Legal Departments work. 5. To manage own workload and prioritise as necessary in order to meet deadlines. 6. To be able to manage the processing of sensitive and complex documents in accordance with GDPR and Trusts Information Governance standards. 7. Deal with sensitive telephone enquiries from patients/relatives, Coroners office, Solicitors, NHSLA and members of staff promptly and efficiently. 9. Manage and arrange meetings for Inquest Hearings, case conferences meetings. This will included planning and organising complex meetings with a range of staff and external organisations eg. legal case conferences, court briefings, witness meetings evidence gathering, site inspections involving staff. 10. Devise, maintain and amend template letters, documents and forms to improve efficient working practice. 11. Attend meetings when required to take and transcribe minutes, proactively ensuring that actions points are raised and completed. For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Head of Legal and Company Secretary

Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire (Hybrid / 3 days per week in office)
Salary: £130,000 - £150,000 per annum + bonus opportunity

Dignity is one of the UK’s largest and most dynamic multi-site national businesses and we are embarking on an exciting transformation following a successful takeover and privatisation. With a robust network of 750 sites, we are committed to innovation, investment in technology, and enhancing operational standards. Our rich history since 1812 and our dedication to responsible business practices drive us to offer unparalleled choice and value to our customers. Join us at Dignity and be part of a forward-thinking team poised for significant growth and making a meaningful impact in our industry.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Legal and CoSec for an exciting opportunity to design, implement and manage the function using their expertise.

As a key leader, you will deliver exceptional legal guidance and strategic support, driving business success. Your expertise will ensure top-tier legal and data protection standards, empowering the business to thrive in a complex landscape. As Company Secretary, you will champion robust corporate governance, providing insightful advice and stewardship to the Group, Executive Directors, and Board, fostering transparency and accountability at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Offer proactive, business-focused legal advice on contracts, regulations, M&A, family disputes, and ad hoc matters.
• Advise, support, and guide on legal queries and draft contracts and documents.
• Identify legal risks in products/services and inform senior management of relevant legal developments.
• Maintain and apply legal policies across the business.
• Develop training materials and conduct sessions for stakeholders.
• Support the Compliance Function on FCA and CMA matters.
• Maintain a panel of external law firms for additional legal support.
• Manage the Group's insurance policies, including Employer Liability, Personal Injury, and Public Liability.
• Provide advice on data protection and GDPR.
• Act as Company Secretary with a pragmatic approach to corporate governance.
• Support the Board and Committees, ensuring timely delivery of packs, schedules, and action logs.
• Oversee the management of the Group’s governance framework and ensure necessary updates and filings.
• Providing leadership and direction to the Legal team. This includes setting clear goals aligned with company objectives, conducting regular performance reviews, addressing skills gaps and fostering a collaborative culture.

You can download the full Job Description at the bottom of this page.

This role is ideal for a candidate who:

• Is a qualified Solicitor or Barrister
• Possesses significant Post-Qualified Experience (PQE)
• Demonstrates extensive expertise in commercial law, contract drafting, and negotiation
• Has prior experience as a Company Secretary (CoSec)
• Exhibits a robust understanding of data protection legislation
• Possesses experience in Financial Services (preferably)
• Has proven experience in stakeholder management at all levels, including across multiple locations
• Shows demonstrated leadership capabilities

What we provide to you:

• Annual salary of up to £150,000 per annum
• Car Allowance
• Bonus Opportunity
• BUPA Private Healthcare Scheme (Family cover)
• 27 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.

What are the next steps?

To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button to submit your application. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will contact you shortly.

FCA Statement

Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be providing your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences.
We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging.

Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

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An exciting opportunity to joint NHS England South East Region as part of the Commissioning Finance Team.

We are looking for a Finance Manager who is highly motivated, talented, and well organised to join and lead the Pharmacy, Ophthalmic and Dental (POD) Finance Team.

POD services have been delegated to Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) with the POD Finance team providing a financial service through a Hub model.

The successful applicant will play a significant role in supporting commissioners within the Commissioning Hub and ICBs to deliver one of the key NHS objectives for 2024/25 – making it easier for people to access community and primary care services, in particular dentistry.
• Lead the POD Finance Team to ensure a comprehensive financial management process is provided for Pharmacy, Ophthalmic and Dental Services.
• Act as key point of contact between regional and ICB finance teams for POD services.
• Provide information to ICBs relating to delegated services that is clear, accurate and timely.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
• Lead POD Finance team and provide a comprehensive financial management service for POD services on behalf of ICBs.
• Access information from variety of sources to inform planning, budget setting, month end reporting and forecasting.
• Preparation of journals
• Directly manage team of staff, taking responsibility for day to day work assigned to the team.
• Responsible for undertaking appraisal and personal development for team members.
• Prepare regular financial reports for ICBs to inform and explain position including variance analysis.
• Meet regularly with ICB Finance Colleagues as part of the month end cycle and other meetings as required.
• Forge strong working relationships with key stakeholders
• Provide professional leadership to team, interpreting and sharing guidance received from national bodies.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we needthendon'tdelay,applytoday!Wegetlotsofapplicationsforourrolesandso we sometimes have to close our posts early.Don't miss out!


This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Jul 2024

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