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Equans is looking for a Security Officer / Receptionist to join our team in University of West London, St Mary's Rd, London W5 5RF on a permanent basis. This is a part time role working 9 hours per week on a Saturday . On offer is £13.50 per Hourly and benefits package.

Shift Pattern: Saturdays from 08:00 to 17:00 including 1 paid break

What will you deliver?

To undertake Security and Receptionist duties and ensure the smooth and safe running of all Security and Reception tasks related to the contract which include the greeting of visitors, answering of the telephone, assisting the building users and general public, issuing of visitor passes, provide cover for the customer services reception and security service

What can we offer you?

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company share scheme
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme

Who are we looking for?

• Current valid SIA CCTV License. (Essential)
• First Aid at Work accreditation
• Computer literacy with strong communication skills (both verbal and written)

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services - with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans' 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Service Care Legal are currently recruiting for a housing association who are seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Services Manager to oversee their Litigation team, specifically focusing on Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) matters. Please find below further details regarding this position.

Role: Legal Services Manager (ASB)
Location: Central London
Salary: £40.30 to £44.48 per hour LTD
Contract Type: Initial 3-month contract with a view to permanent

Please note that this role would require initial office attendance 4 days per week, with further hybrid working further down the line.

About the Role

Working closely with the Head of Legal Services (Litigation) to enhance the ASB workstream, ensuring high standards of service delivery.

As an integral member of the in-house legal team, your expertise will shape the provision of legal services, tackling the complexities associated with ASB cases, including those influenced by recent legislative changes and high-profile cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management: Inspire and manage a dedicated Legal Services team, embodying Southern Housing's HEART values while fostering an environment focused on resident satisfaction.
• Expertise Development: Become a subject matter expert in ASB law and ensure that the team applies best practices and stays updated with relevant legal developments.
• Caseload Management: Handle a personal caseload of housing management litigation, providing comprehensive legal advice on matters including disrepair, tenancy fraud, and injunctions.
• Training and Development: Develop and deliver training sessions for team members and other stakeholders, ensuring high levels of legal competence across the organization.

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: You are a Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with demonstrable experience in housing management litigation, preferably within the social housing sector.
• Skills: Strong drafting abilities and meticulous attention to detail are essential, along with proficiency in legal research and advocacy.
• IT Competence: Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Case Management Systems is required.

If this Legal Services Manager role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969 , or email lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250 each.

In this high-profile security officer role, you will ensure the security and safety of premises and people at a prestigious client site.

An experienced Security Officer, with exceptional customer-focus, you will carry out a range of duties including:

- Managing access control for buildings and car-parks - for employees, visitors and contractors

- Patrolling the buildings, car parks and grounds to deter and detect problems

- Responding to customer requests and queries

- Checking and challenging ID passes with a professional and friendly approach

- De-activating and activating alarms, and unlocking and locking buildings, rooms, external barriers and gates to ensure that no unauthorised personnel or hazards are on site.

- Identifying and reporting Health & Safety issues and carrying out first aid if necessary.

- Maintaining records including incident reports using computer- and paper-based systems

This is a relief role. Hours of work may vary but shifts are normally 12 hours duration covering days and nights, Monday - Sunday. However, as part of a small team you will need to be reliable and flexible to support your colleagues.

An SIA Door Supervision (DS) or Security Guarding (SG) license is essential, and to succeed in this role you will also need:

- Strong customer service skills and experience

- Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills

- The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

- Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in security

- Good IT and administration skills

- Five years' checkable history and references

- To pass a criminal records check (CRC) to the required standards

The following would also be useful, but are not essential:

- A First Aid at Work qualification

- An SIA CCTV (PSS) Licence

Full training, uniform and health and safety equipment are provided, and you will also have access to:

- Personal Pension Scheme

- Health Insurance Scheme

- Discount shopping platform

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Cycle to Work Scheme

Established in 1987, ICTS specialises in the provision of integrated security and customer services within the most demanding environments. ICTS works with major public attractions, leisure, financial, retail, public sector, transport and government bodies. We take our commitment to principles of fairness and mutual respect for people of all faiths and cultures seriously and we expect our employees to do the same.

Public Law Lawyer needed in North London Paying £19.96 per hr Ref 012595

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Key responsibilities include:

• Handling legal files for clients, including local authorities, housing associations, and schools

• Providing advice, representation, and research on planning and regeneration matters

• Attending meetings and court, including outside normal office hours and offsite

• Advising officers and members in a proactive and politically sensitive manner

• Mentoring and training less experienced team members

• Deputizing for senior lawyers when needed

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Leadership Provide leadership and direction to the information security and business continuity service, including wider directorate and business teams Mentor and coach others, helping to develop our long-term capability including identify capability gaps and solutions Contribute to the development of long-term strategic plans for information security and business continuity, identifying risks and issues and developing mitigation strategies with clear outcome measures.Communicating between the technical and non-technical Identify the needs of business and technical stakeholders. Effectively manage stakeholder expectations. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and can manage difficult conversations or negotiations, including highly complex, sensitive and/or contentious information. Represent information security and business continuity on various internal and external groups.Data protection and freedom of information Support information gathering and creating supporting narrative / recommendations for complex data protection and freedom of information requests. Conduct information system searches and investigations that are highly complex / sensitive in nature, to meet data protection or freedom of information needs. Provide advice and expert knowledge to projects / programmes / operational services to ensure that information systems are designed to meet data protection requirements.Financial management Understand how to balance cost versus value. Consider the impact of user needs. Contribute and develop economic investment cases for information security including financial models for implementation, and running of servicesGovernance and assurance Evolve and define governance. Take responsibility for working with and supporting other staff in wider governance. Assure services across sets of services. Use tools such as standards, guardrails, and principles to effectively govern delivery.Information Security and Business Continuity Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of information security and business continuity, including analysing + testing Trust-wide capabilities and identifying improvement areas. Ensure that our security posture is maintained, monitored/measured and be responsible for leading interventions where standards are not met (example: security patching). Develop, maintain, and improve our data and technology Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Plans, enabling us to respond to and recover from business continuity events ensuring we can provide a safe level of service to the public during the event, and ensuring we can manage the recovery process and incorporating learning. Lead vulnerability audits, security & penetration tests, forensic audits, or related investigations ensuring all findings are evaluated, and where appropriate, fed into continuous service improvement activities to continuously improve our security posture and resilience. Responsible for ensuring standards around information security and business continuity are embedded into service design. Provide subject matter expertise in major incidents, cyber security incident and/or events caused by or affecting information security. Act as the Problem Owner for highly complex, or sensitive information security matters (from identification through to resolution). Undertake Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and Information Security Assessment (ISA) activities, including supply chain / 3rd party assessments, aligned with projects / operational services. Maintain and improve the Information Security Assessment lifecycle, and Information Risk Management documentation for IT systems and data. Ensure that access to Trust systems is appropriately managed, regularly audited, and lead investigations as required. Provide expert advice on information transfer agreements with partner organisations in support of the Information Governance function. Partner with the Organisational Development and Information Governance teams and support the delivery of information security awareness and training.Making and informing risk-based decisions Make decisions characterised by managed levels of risk and complexity and recommend decisions as risk and complexity increase. Resolve disputes between wider peers and indirect stakeholders, considering all views and opinions.Policies, procedures, and processes Develop, maintain, and improve all directorate information security and business continuity policies & procedures, considering regional and national policies and practices, ensuring that both manual and electronic information across the Trust is included in-scope. Including, but not limited to DSPT, NIS, ISO / IEC series standards, cyber essentials, etc.Risk management Conduct information security risk assessments and control selection activities. Responsible for the management of information security and business continuity risks (for technology and data), including identifying new risks and ensure we are actively managing risk controls (for your portfolio that you are leading on).Service focus, monitoring, and reporting See the bigger picture and investigate how to get the best out of the underlying services to support the organisations strategic objectives and business priorities. Take complex reporting data from multiple sources, compare, and interpret against service baseline and industry standards and provide a supporting narrative. Responsible for service reporting for information security and business continuity, in-line with Trust-agreed reporting measures (example: security dashboard, security operations centre performance, etc). Ensure we comply with external reporting for information security and business continuity (example: NHS Cyber Alerts).Strategy Apply strategy, using and challenging patterns, standards, policies, roadmaps, and vision statements. You can provide guidance. Evaluate current information security and business continuity strategies to ensure business requirements are being met and exceeded where possible Responsible for managing and updating underpinning / enabling information security strategies that support the business objectives Ensure alignment of operating procedures and policies in-line with national, sector (ICS) and industry best practice where it makes sense to do so.Understanding the whole context Understand trends and practices outside your team and how these will impact your work. See how your work fits into the broader strategy and historical context. Consider the patterns and interactions on a larger scale.User focus Explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user. Champion user research to focus on all users. Prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so. Offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to use.Community of practice Develop and maintain a network of professionals to enable continuous learning and a community which can share, learn, and keep up to date on the information security and business continuity landscape, within the wider Digital, Data and Technology teams. Other Duties: Deputise for the Head of Information Security & Business Continuity as required. Occasional work may be required outside of core business hours to support major projects / programmes. All other reasonable requests

The Supervisor will be responsible for supporting the Management Team in delivering the smooth and efficient running of the Security Service. A tall building based in the City of London, newly stands at 33-storeys above ground floor and offers substantial benefits to the public realm including a more than fivefold increase on publicly accessible space.
The roles are diverse, interesting, busy and vibrant in line with the nature of the destination. If this sounds like the perfect job for you, please apply.
Information:

Position: Security Site Supervisor
Location: Central London (EC3V 0HR)
Pay Rate: XX
Hours: Average 54 hours per week
Shifts: Nights & Weekend Days – Rolling Roster Pattern (Week 1 – Nights Mon & Tues, Off Wed & Thurs, Nights Fri, Sat & Sun. Week 2 – Off Mon & Tues, Nights Wed & Thurs, Off Fri, Days Sat & Sun)

Job Requirements:

SIA Licence required
Experience as a Team Leader/Supervisor is required
Excellent communication both written & verbal
Excellent levels of customer service at all times
Reliable, Responsible and Punctual
To have a smart appearance befitting the company
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site.
Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
Be Calm under pressure and confident in dealing with confrontational situations in a calm and professional manner
Able to work as part of a team as well as on your own

Job Role:

To be responsible for the deployment of the security team to ensure that a satisfactory security presence is always maintained on site.
To ensure that all security personnel always adhere to their duties and policies and procedures of the site and report any breach of these immediately to the site manager.
To ensure that discipline is always maintained on shift including the wearing of full uniform and punctuality of officers.
To ensure the handover is checked at the beginning of the shift to ensure all vital details are carried out before their time.
Take a proactive approach to increasing the services offered to the customer.
Complete appropriate training documentation and records.
Ensure any changes to site operations are referenced and included within the Assignment Instructions for the site against which all Security Officers should be assessed to ensure their understanding and compliance. All instructions must be signed as having been read and understood. If new duties are not referenced, then this must be brought to your line management’s attention.
Set and maintain the highest personal and professional standards as an employee of CIS and adopt a total quality approach to every aspect of your work, colleagues and customers.
Regularly inspect all administrative, health and safety and quality procedures and ensure you and your team are compliant.
Ensure that all required risk audits are completed, and any issues escalated to your line management.
To ensure the highest standards of customer care are maintained all times when dealing with staff, and visitors to the site.
Proactively monitor and maintain staff discipline, standards and conduct.
Monitor the Security Officer’s performance, conduct annual appraisals in line with company policy and encourage their personal development
To keep a proactive outlook and regular patrol all aspects of the site/s
Monitor that patrols are being adequately completed and to the expected frequency.
Regularly audit site equipment & ensure that site paperwork is correctly maintained.
Ensure that you complete and submit timesheets/holiday and sickness forms within the given timescales.
Liaise closely with your Team to ensure that they are aware of the changing requirements of the contract.
Monitor absence levels on shift and engage with your line management to reduce any ongoing absence issues
Take detailed notes of all investigatory/capability actions taken against employees making sure that all such matters are first referred to the site manager or Account Manager
Carry out any reasonable requests made by CIS management.

Benefits:

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

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

This role is part of our Information Security & Business Continuity team, responsible for:
• Ensuring the protection of the information in our organisation throughout the information lifecycle - that ensures the confidentiality, integrity, purpose, and availability of information, so that the organisation’s information is safeguarded from unauthorized access and misuse.
• Ensuring the availability of minimum services at a sufficient level for the business to sustain in the event of disasters.
• Horizon scanning across industry, identifying emerging trends and their potential impact and opportunity for the organisation.
The team has operational responsibility for security tooling and data (examples, but not limited to – anti-virus and intrusion prevention, security assurance platforms, security testing and monitoring platforms, etc) and for our managed services (security operations centre).
You will put people at the heart of everything you do – with a relentless focus on user experience and ensuring all our user needs are met across sites at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
With the ever-increasing need and interest in the use of digital technology in healthcare, you will be part of a team of Digital, Data and Technology experts that delivers service improvements and keeps at the forefront of new technology.

At this role level, you will:
• Responsible practitioner for multiple information security and business continuity services that are highly complex and high risk, ensuring performance and quality measures are aligned with business outcomes, and met.
• Define strategies and be central to assuring multiple services – improving the security and resilience of our organisational infrastructure.
• Regularly collaborate and find agreement with senior stakeholders, providing direction and challenge
• Be proactive in identifying problems and translating these into non-technical descriptions that can be widely understood.
In your role you will partner with other technology and data teams in the organisation. It is expected alongside specialist information security and business continuity skills and experience, you will have generalist or specialist experience in multiple domains:
• Cloud operations
• Data management
• Domain directory services
• Data storage and management
• Datacentre operations
• Device management
• Network security and operations
• Server architecture

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Leadership
• Provide leadership and direction to the information security and business continuity service, including wider directorate and business teams
• Mentor and coach others, helping to develop our long-term capability including identify capability gaps and solutions
• Contribute to the development of long-term strategic plans for information security and business continuity, identifying risks and issues and developing mitigation strategies – with clear outcome measures.
Communicating between the technical and non-technical
• Identify the needs of business and technical stakeholders.
• Effectively manage stakeholder expectations.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and can manage difficult conversations or negotiations, including highly complex, sensitive and/or contentious information.
• Represent information security and business continuity on various internal and external groups.
Data protection and freedom of information
• Support information gathering and creating supporting narrative / recommendations for complex data protection and freedom of information requests.
• Conduct information system searches and investigations that are highly complex / sensitive in nature, to meet data protection or freedom of information needs.
• Provide advice and expert knowledge to projects / programmes / operational services to ensure that information systems are designed to meet data protection requirements.
Financial management
• Understand how to balance cost versus value.
• Consider the impact of user needs.
• Contribute and develop economic investment cases for information security – including financial models for implementation, and running of services
Governance and assurance
• Evolve and define governance.
• Take responsibility for working with and supporting other staff in wider governance.
• Assure services across sets of services.
• Use tools such as standards, guardrails, and principles to effectively govern delivery.
Information Security and Business Continuity
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of information security and business continuity, including analysing + testing Trust-wide capabilities and identifying improvement areas.
• Ensure that our security posture is maintained, monitored/measured and be responsible for leading interventions where standards are not met (example: security patching).
• Develop, maintain, and improve our data and technology Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Plans, enabling us to respond to and recover from business continuity events – ensuring we can provide a safe level of service to the public during the event, and ensuring we can manage the recovery process and incorporating learning.
• Lead vulnerability audits, security & penetration tests, forensic audits, or related investigations – ensuring all findings are evaluated, and where appropriate, fed into continuous service improvement activities to continuously improve our security posture and resilience.
• Responsible for ensuring standards around information security and business continuity are embedded into service design.
• Provide subject matter expertise in major incidents, cyber security incident and/or events caused by or affecting information security.
• Act as the Problem Owner for highly complex, or sensitive information security matters (from identification through to resolution).
• Undertake Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and Information Security Assessment (ISA) activities, including supply chain / 3rd party assessments, aligned with projects / operational services.
• Maintain and improve the Information Security Assessment lifecycle, and Information Risk Management documentation for IT systems and data.
• Ensure that access to Trust systems is appropriately managed, regularly audited, and lead investigations as required.
• Provide expert advice on information transfer agreements with partner organisations in support of the Information Governance function.
• Partner with the Organisational Development and Information Governance teams and support the delivery of information security awareness and training.
Making and informing risk-based decisions
• Make decisions characterised by managed levels of risk and complexity and recommend decisions as risk and complexity increase.
• Resolve disputes between wider peers and indirect stakeholders, considering all views and opinions.
Policies, procedures, and processes
• Develop, maintain, and improve all directorate information security and business continuity policies & procedures, considering regional and national policies and practices, ensuring that both manual and electronic information across the Trust is included in-scope. Including, but not limited to – DSPT, NIS, ISO / IEC series standards, cyber essentials, etc.
Risk management
• Conduct information security risk assessments and control selection activities.
• Responsible for the management of information security and business continuity risks (for technology and data), including identifying new risks and ensure we are actively managing risk controls (for your portfolio that you are leading on).
Service focus, monitoring, and reporting
• See the bigger picture and investigate how to get the best out of the underlying services to support the organisations’ strategic objectives and business priorities.
• Take complex reporting data from multiple sources, compare, and interpret against service baseline and industry standards and provide a supporting narrative.
• Responsible for service reporting for information security and business continuity, in-line with Trust-agreed reporting measures (example: security dashboard, security operations centre performance, etc).
• Ensure we comply with external reporting for information security and business continuity (example: NHS Cyber Alerts).
Strategy
• Apply strategy, using and challenging patterns, standards, policies, roadmaps, and vision statements. You can provide guidance.
• Evaluate current information security and business continuity strategies to ensure business requirements are being met and exceeded where possible
• Responsible for managing and updating underpinning / enabling information security strategies that support the business objectives
• Ensure alignment of operating procedures and policies in-line with national, sector (ICS) and industry best practice – where it makes sense to do so.
Understanding the whole context
• Understand trends and practices outside your team and how these will impact your work.
• See how your work fits into the broader strategy and historical context.
• Consider the patterns and interactions on a larger scale.
User focus
• Explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user.
• Champion user research to focus on all users.
• Prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so.
• Offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to use.
Community of practice
• Develop and maintain a network of professionals to enable continuous learning and a community which can share, learn, and keep up to date on the information security and business continuity landscape, within the wider Digital, Data and Technology teams.
Other Duties:
• Deputise for the Head of Information Security & Business Continuity as required.
• Occasional work may be required outside of core business hours to support major projects / programmes.
• All other reasonable requests


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

Job Title: Night Concierge and Security Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,627 (plus 10%-night allowance and £4000 London Allowance) per annum
Working Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours
Working Pattern: Working shifts on a rota Monday - Sunday 9pm to 7am
Location: Robert Runcie Court, Brixton

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.

The difference you will make as a Night Concierge and Security Assistant

You will act as an initial point of reference on the phone, or in a reception area as required and use company intranet (RIC), e-mail and other basic correspondence where appropriate and necessary. Implement night security systems, ensuring overall safety and security of the scheme and respond to faults as discovered.

You will also monitor access to schemes and visitors and meet the requirements of health and safety policies and practices, reporting incidents and anti-social behaviour.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Ability to demonstrate IT Skills to include a basic proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel as well as a willingness to learn specific IT systems used within Riverside; and complete relevant IT training where required
• Commitment to equal opportunities and promoting non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work you undertake.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer and business needs, which may not include normal office hours and may include lone working

Why Riverside?

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Your new company
Our client is a well-established law firm based in the heart of London's legal district, Temple. The firm has a long history of providing exceptional personal service to both businesses and individuals. They are known for their commitment to client satisfaction and always receive positive feedback.

Your new role
Their experienced litigation team deals with a wide range of issues, including contractual claims and disputes, property disputes, sales of goods and products disputes, boundary and neighbour disputes, nuisance and trespass claims, landlord and tenant disputes, professional negligence claims, and disputes concerning wills and intestacy. The firm strives to make the dispute resolution process as straightforward as possible, and if a dispute cannot be resolved through discussion or mediation, they are well-equipped to represent clients in court proceedings.

What you'll need to succeed

• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• A strong background in litigation.
• The ability to work on your own and in a team where needed.
• The ability to be organised.

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, 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 about your career.

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Your new company
A boutique legal firm is seeking a legal administrator/receptionist to join their team! This role will be based at the front desk where you will be supporting the smooth daily operations along with daily administrative support.
Your new role

• Answering the phone and transferring messages as appropriate
• Meeting and greeting clients and visitors
• Booking meeting rooms and ensuring they are kept presentable
• Organising catering
• Booking couriers and ordering supplies
• Updating library inserts
• Support with events
• Typing, copying, faxing and scanning
• Setting up meetings both in person and virtual

What you'll need to succeed
Experience working in a legal firm in a reception admin role
Ability to travel to the office 5 days a week

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.

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Up to £550 per day (Inside IR35)

London / Remote

12 months

My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who urgently require a Lead Java Developer to join a business-critical programme.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a Lead Java Developer within the public sector.
• Active Security Clearance (SC).
• Expertise in a range of technologies including Java 11, Java EE (EJB), JSPs, Git, Maven, Welogic, Hibernate, SQL, Postgres and OS (Windows and Linux).
• Ability to provide management and resolution of tickets relating to incident, change, service request and problem processes.
• Understanding of Release Management including building deployment packages ready for release into production environment(s).
• Ability to work and take ownership of legacy services, with legacy deployment model(s).
• Writing and passing of Feature / external API tests.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice to have:

• Proven experience with Virtual Machines and / or working in virtual environments command lines.
• Commercial experience with Oracle DB.
• Database migration skills.
• Systems integration skills.
• Immediate availability.

If interested, with relevant experience, please apply with your latest CV ASAP.

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Pentagon Talent have partnered exclusively with our client, a reputable top 200 UK law firm, is seeking a Legal Aid Billing Assistant to join their dynamic London based finance team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in supporting fee earners by preparing detailed cost schedules and ensuring seamless, timely billing.

This role will be based full time in my clients London office based in Central London near a large station with incredible transport links.

Full training will be provided in this role and my client is looking for someone who is looking to gain more experience and skills to develop their career.

Key Responsibilities for the Legal Aid Billing Assistant:

• Drafting Cost Schedules: Produce accurate schedules for legal costs under tight deadlines.
• File and Billing Management: Organise files for cost drafters, manage spreadsheets, and coordinate the signing and submission of cost bills.
• Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile ledgers, ensure timely payment of all disbursements and counsel fees, and arrange payments as required.
• Collaboration & Communication: Handle queries from fee earners, cost drafters, and external contacts efficiently.
• Additional Support: Contribute to the team's success by taking on any other tasks as needed.

Ideal Skills and Qualities for the Legal Aid Billing Assistant:

• Strong Communicator: Able to present information clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Organised and Methodical: Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent and Motivated: Capable of working on your own initiative while providing high-quality, prompt support.
• Numerate & Computer Literate: Proficient with spreadsheets and comfortable working with numbers.
• Client-Focused: Committed to delivering top-notch service with accuracy and professionalism.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional ready to thrive in a structured yet supportive legal environment, be prepared to grow within a reputable firm! If this role interests, you or someone you may know looking to take a jump in their early finance career then please do let me know!

For more information, please contact Finlay Clark on 0207 419 8939 or .

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Do you have 5* customer service skills with the ability to provide a friendly and secure corporate security service?

CIS Security have an exciting opportunity available for a Corporate Security Officer who will be an ambassador to represent CIS Security and the customer whilst being presentable and demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism. You will demonstrate and deliver high quality security and customer service to both our customers and service users, providing provide a holistic customer focused security service.

Information:

Position: Security Officer
Location: London (WC2N)
Pay Rate: £15.36 per hour
Hours: Average 42 hours per week
Shifts: Days & Nights – 4 on 4 off

Job Requirements:

SIA Licence required.
Corporate Security, Concierge or Front of House experience for at least 1 year an advantage
Ex forces or police background would be an advantage.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as customer service at all times
Must have an excellent command of English Language & Good IT Skills.
Reliable, Responsible and Punctual.
A friendly, professional, courteous, and outgoing character.
To take pride in your appearance at all times, ensuring immaculate presentation
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site.
First Aid qualification & a CCTV SIA Licence are desirable.
Be confident you are able to undertake 100% of all specific duties.
Be able to provide all the documentation and vetting information requested.

Job Responsibilities:

Able to demonstrate and deliver high quality guarding and customer service to both our customers and service users.
Able to work in a team as well as on your own and have the ability to be pro-active and think on your feet use initiative.
Be calm under pressure and confident in dealing with confrontational situations.
Physically fit to complete patrols internally and externally and able to stand/walk during shift.
Confident in writing incident and shift reports
To always portray a friendly, professional, and courteous demeanour, using open and appropriate body language.
To ensure that all visitors and staff are dealt with efficiently, providing an exceptional customer service at all times ensuring that their expectations are met, if not exceeded.
Have the IT skills and the ability to understand and use varied Access Control and CCTV systems and platforms / integrated systems (Lots of sites use different Systems)
Have the ability to write emails and reply to emails in the correct manner and speak, very important in Corporate Industry.
Have the ability to exercise command and control and be an effective communicator to all peer groups and management levels.
Able to understand Corporate Escalation Process, - Escalate and Disseminate information in a timely manner to the correct personnel in the event or during an emergency or Incident on site.
The role includes you to conduct opening & closing procedures of a building, patrolling, reception duties, access control, answering incoming telephone calls, conducting emergency procedures.

Benefits:

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

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

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Security Officer to become part of a team keeping a newly built, high-quality retail and residential development, located in Canary Wharf, safe and secure creating a lasting impression to all in line with customer expectations. You will need to be very much a team player as well as making sure everyone feels valued and able to thrive in line with site vision to create a truly vibrant destination and inclusive community.
Information:

Position: Security Officer
Location: London (E14)
Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour
Hours: 42 hours per week
Shifts: 4 on 4 off Days & Nights

Job Requirements:

SIA Door Supervisor Licence is required
Security experience is required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as customer service
Must have an excellent command of English Language
Reliable, Responsible and Punctual
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site
Deterring anti-social behaviour, theft and criminal activity (first responders)
To be vigilant at all times and provide a visible security contact for customers and staff
The ability to and think on your feet in fast paced situations - First responders to intruder/fire alarms
Must be flexible and have the flexibility to change shifts due to operational needs
IT Literate - Basic understanding of access control systems and IT systems/programmes i.e., Microsoft Office for emails
This position involves external patrolling throughout the shift so you must be able to stand/walk for extended periods
First Aid qualification is a bonus

Job Responsibilities:

Doors to be checked & ensure they are secure.
Record all checks in the DOB & report any issues to the Team Leader / Security Manager.
Prevent events leading to crime and report any possible breaches to the physical/technical security of the premises.
Fully conversant with the content of the Assignment Instructions & layout of the buildings & surrounding areas.
Fully understand the nature and level of service required by the customer, to aid and assist (as well as protect) in a helpful and professional manner
Prevent any threat to any tenant or other members of the public and any unauthorised persons entering restricted parts of the premises at any time. Ensuring that all personnel are able to go about their business in a safe and friendly environment
Uphold prestige of the customer by dealing professionally with people and uphold the customer/companies’ image & reputation by maintaining a first-class appearance
Switch off any unnecessary electricity, water or gas, book on & off duty at the beginning & end of your shift, make check calls to schedule and maintain the CIS logbook accurately

Benefits:

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

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

UK Parliament

Working at the UK Parliament offers a unique and rewarding career at the heart of the UK's democratic system.

With a wide range of roles available, our impartial colleagues enable the day to day running of the House of Commons, House of Lords and Joint Departments. Together, we make Parliament happen.

Staff Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 

• 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). 
• Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%. 
• Access to training and development. 
• Flexible working. 
• Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.

Introduction

PSD sets security strategy provides expert advice and delivers an operational service. It does this in partnership with the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) and by working closely with the Parliamentary Estates Teams, Serjeant at Arms and Black Rod's office, Restoration & Renewal teams, the Parliamentary Digital Service, and other key stakeholders. 

The Role

PSD are looking to appoint two Security Support Assistants within the award-winning Members' Security Support Service (MSSS).

A high level of confidentiality and sensitivity is required in respect of security matters and related discussions. The post holders will ideally have an understanding of security measures, although training will be given.

Some of the responsibilities for this role include:

• Act as a key point of liaison for Members and their staff to raise queries and concerns regarding the recommended security measures process.
• Support House security events by representing MSSS; ensuring that Members and their staff are aware of the support that our team and measures can offer.
• Monitor and log security information and specifications from the security contractor to ensure that all required paperwork is completed correctly and log financial information from specifications accurately into the MSSS register/records.
• Oversee bookings or work schedules & services (such as maintenance requirements) provided by the supplier(s) to ensure it is contractually compliant, and disputes are raised and resolved in a timely fashion ensuring our customers receive great service.
• Work with security contractors to process and authorise new orders, equipment or services; maintaining an audit trail with appropriate analysis and asset management records.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Ability to deliver excellent customer service in a challenging environment whilst handling sensitive information appropriately. Experience in gathering information to understand the facts and draw logical conclusions.
• Experience of working with diverse groups of people, upholding the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion, ensuring that everyone is, at all times, treated with dignity, courtesy and respect.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan, prioritise and monitor tasks in a systematic way. Experience of using good digital tools usage for handling records, data, and collaborative trackers or dashboards to improve processes and ensure accurate information holding. e.g. Microsoft software (Office 365 applications; Outlook; Word; Excel etc.).
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to adapt style of communication to meet the needs of the audience and able to present complex information clearly to stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Experience of working with external suppliers and/or working on high profile contracts. Ability to work successfully within both internal & external teams and stakeholders, including a challenging customer base.

Next Steps and Additional Information

Application Form - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an application providing evidence against criteria 2 - 5 in the Job Description. Please make sure your answers are no more than 300 words per criteria.

More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.

Please note that as part of the selection process, you may be asked to prepare a presentation or complete a test at the interview stage. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates if this is the case.

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

Contact Details

For more information about the role, or for an informal chat, please contact Sophie Nicolaou,

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