As Executive Legal Officer, you will support the Archbishop of York on a number of his most important metropolitical functions, including clergy discipline and Canon C4 processes, which concern obtaining a faculty granted by the Archbishops.  In addition, you will provide support to the Archbishop’s team in other areas of legislation such as data protection policies and procedures. 

The Clergy Discipline Measure (CDM) is the Church of England’s legislation which deals with any misconduct by clergy. By its nature, this inevitably brings a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality to the job, and will require you to keep up to date with the main requirements of the Measure, Rules and Code of Practice. You will liaise with the Archbishop of York on CDM cases and make the necessary administrative arrangements, including research and preparation of correspondence and briefing papers and communicating as necessary, with employees connected with CDM issues within the Church of England.

In addition, you will liaise with the Archbishop of York regarding applications for Canon C4 faculties received from Diocesan Bishops in the Northern Province. 

The normal hours of work are 28 hours per week however the structuring of these hours is open to negotiation.  The salary shown will be prorated giving a salary of £28,584 - £30,735 (for 28 hours per week).

A comprehensive and supportive induction programme will be put in place to ensure that you have all the information, access and contacts required to settle in quickly and excel in this role.

Interviews will be held on the 11th/14th June 2021, candidates will need to be available for both days.

We offer a unique environment with opportunities for continuous learning, generous annual leave for work life balance, season ticket loans and a range of benefits including discounted entry to attractions and what we feel is a market leading package when it comes to our pension scheme.

FRU provides representation in social entitlement and employment tribunals for people who can’t afford lawyers. We represent approximately 500 clients annually in tribunals across London and the South East.

Most of our work is done by approximately 300 volunteers, generally law students on the Bar Professional Training Course or the Legal Practice Course. They are supervised by our legal officers.

We are a small, hard-working team looking for someone with a friendly and positive attitude to join us at our vibrant central London office.  You will need enthusiasm and highly developed interpersonal skills as you will be the first point of contact with clients and volunteers in this exciting role.  You will have a genuine interest in providing our clients and volunteers with an exceptional level of service, as clients in particular often approach us about stressful issues.  Reception experience is advantageous but not-essential.

You will also be responsible for processing cases referred to us from across London and the South East, managing case files and incoming and outgoing post.  Previous experience with Salesforce or another client database is useful but not-essential.

As a member of a small team you will need to be flexible and able to make good decisions about when to follow guidance and when to ask a colleague.  This post might suit someone who is looking for experience in a legal environment (but you won’t be involved in giving legal advice), or a charity.  At FRU we are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 25th May 2021 at 12 noon.

Please apply via the application form.  CV's will not be accepted.

Specialist Adviser (Land Law)

Are you an experienced Land Law / Property Litigation Adviser striving to achieve a better work life balance?

Do you have a ‘can do’ attitude and enjoy working in a friendly and supportive team environment?

Look no further – this exciting opportunity could be the role for you.

Specialist Adviser (Land Law) Responsibilities:

As a Land Law Specialist Adviser, you will work within a highly supportive and knowledgeable team in which you will provide high quality legal, technical or policy related advice in response to member queries. This role would be suitable for someone with experience in property litigation and/or advising on land law matters.

Queries are predominantly dealt with via the telephone, although other mediums are used such as emails and legal guides. You will therefore need to have a flexible and adaptable communication style, an excellent telephone manner and experience providing quality customer service.

The role requires you to be experienced in advising on Land Law as your fundamental topic, but you may also be required to provide legal advice to their members on other topics such as commercial litigation, planning or environmental issues, following structured and supportive in-house training from their team.

Specialist Adviser (Land Law) Requirements:

To be successful in this busy and varied role you will need to be an imaginative problem solver, possess impressive organisational skills and have a keen eye for detail. You will also be a responsive learner capable of getting to grips with new areas of law proficiently.

Sounds like you? Then they want to hear from you!

About our client:

They are the voice of British farming, and their members are at the heart of what they do. On their behalf they lobby government and other stakeholders, develop policy and provide a range of frontline services.

They are an Equal Opportunities employer and values diversity.

Type: 1 Permanent Position and 1 Maternity Cover up to 12 months

Please indicate on your application your preference - fixed term role or the permanent role.

Hours: 35 per week

Location: Based at Stoneleigh, Warwickshire

Starting salary: £34,869.61– negotiable, dependent on experience

Closing date: 31 May 2021
Interview date: 15 & 16 June 2021

You may have experience of the following: Land Law Adviser, Property Litigation Adviser, Legal Advisor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Farmers, Farming, Defra, Policy Research, Policy Coordination, Town Planning, Town & Country Planning, Barrister, Conveyancing, Environmental Law, Planning Law, Legal Executive, Legal Associate, Trade Union, etc.

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This is an exciting opportunity for a charity lawyer with general commercial experience to join a small legal team and make a real difference to the lives of people affected by dementia.

Working with the Legal Manager and the wider legal team you will provide legal advice and support on range of legal matters to internal clients and stakeholders across the Society.

Legal Advisor Requirements:

We are looking for a likeminded team player who has proven charity experience gained either in-house or in a law firm, with strong general commercial contract experience who is genuinely passionate about applying their legal skills to a team that is undergoing change. The successful candidate will have several years post qualification experience as a qualified lawyer and hold a practicing certificate. There will be an opportunity to contribute to new initiatives and ways of working. You will be advising on key areas of risk and carrying out general legal work as required. You may be allocated specific legal specialisms, or areas of the business to support.

You will have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to work well under pressure and manage your workload effectively. The work is always varied and challenging.

Alzheimer’s Society’s continued success in supporting people affected by dementia depends on the drive, passion and dedication of its team of lawyers.

About Alzheimer’s Society:

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Position: Legal Advisor
Location: Home Worker (England, Wales and NI)
Contract type: Fixed Term (6 months)
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £41,585 - £46,725 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience) (+ London Allowance of £3,600 if applicable)

Closing Date: 20 May 2021
Interview Date: TBC

You may have experience of the following: Legal Adviser, Commercial Law, Contract Law, Solicitor, Contract Lawyer, Charity, Third Sector, Not for Profit, etc.

Established in 1974, Family Rights Group is the national charity that works with parents whose children are in need, at risk or are in the care system, and with members of the wider family who are raising children unable to remain at home.

Our goal is to enable children to be raised safely within their family and strengthen the family and community support networks of children in the care system.

We are looking for a highly-skilled and dynamic leader to manage a complex and critical part of the charity’s work, our advice and advocacy service. As Director, you will have strategic responsibility for the management and development of the service as it continues to respond to the multiple challenges of the pandemic, ensuring delivery of specialist legal and child welfare advice to an increasing number of families.

To find out more about the role, please visit our website.

The charity is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of its work, including employment.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 23rd May.

Established in 1974, Family Rights Group is the national charity that works with parents whose children are in need, at risk or are in the care system, and with members of the wider family who are raising children unable to remain at home.

Our goal is to enable children to be raised safely within their family and strengthen the family and community support networks of children in the care system.

We are looking for a qualified lawyer or social worker with experience of children and families to advise and advocate on behalf of the charity. As an adviser you will give telephone and written advice to families who are involved with children’s social care services on all aspects of childcare law and local authority practice.

To find out about the role, please visit our website.

The charity is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of its work, including employment.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 23rd May

Established in 1974, Family Rights Group is the national charity that works with parents whose children are in need, at risk or are in the care system, and with members of the wider family who are raising children unable to remain at home.

Our goal is to enable children to be raised safely within their family and strengthen the family and community support networks of children in the care system.

We are looking for a highly-skilled manager to manage a complex and critical part of the charity’s work, our advice & advocacy service. As Operational Manager, you will have operational responsibility for the management and development of the service as it continues to respond to the multiple challenges of the pandemic, ensuring delivery of specialist legal and child welfare advice to an increasing number of families.

To find out about the role, please visit our website.

The charity is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of its work, including employment.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 23rd May.

Job Title:    Head of Complaints

Responsible to:  Head of Party Services / Chief Operating Officer

Salary:  £36,000 per annum after 4 months increase up to £45k

Tenure:  Permanent

Hours:  37.5 hours plus per week 

Location: HQ/ Working from home

Are you an experienced complex complaint handler and an excellent people manager with a passion for delivering excellent customer service? Do you have experience of managing a team of Complaint Handlers, Case Workers or Investigators within a Regulator or a Law Firm?

Purpose of job

Our current Head of (who has recently moved to Australia) is due to leave us at around August time in an effort to recruit the next shining star and to have a good sold handover we are looking to recruit a Deputy Head of Complaints at £36k raising to £45k when the incumbent moves on in August/September. 

As Deputy Head of Complaints you will have an integral role in leading and managing a team of volunteers who deal with and help resolve complaints about our members; these volunteers cover the roles of adjudicator, investigator, mediator and form our panel hearings. You will lead a small and directly employed team to support those volunteers to ensure each case is handled in line with our procedures. 

You will manage the collection and dissemination of data, feedback and learning points from complaints and work with the Disciplinary Sub Group to improve our outcomes.

This is a people management position which will require you to use your leadership skills to nurture your direct and virtual team and develop them to become high performers. To meet the requirements of this role, you will be able to demonstrate a strong customer service ethos, coupled with strong analytical and technical skills which are required given the nature of the complaints we carry out.

What we’re looking for

• Complex complaint handling experience

• Experience of managing a team of complaint handlers/case workers or investigators.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills- able to get the heart of a matter

• A problem solver that is highly organised and just gets things done.

• A customer focused approach 

• Experience of delivering change

• Experience of working collaboratively – able to influence and constructively challenge internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority

What the revolve involves

• You will be a champion for customer service and focus on the customer journey and be an expert in how the Liberal Democrats deal with complaints and complainants.

• You will provide regular case updates to senior managers and key stakeholders and committees. 

• You will positively and proactively contribute as part of the management team at the Liberal Democrats

• You will effectively manage and motivate the team/individuals providing clear communication; robustly managing performance/providing timely constructive feedback and support and coach individuals to improve and fully engage in their own development and learning.

• Work collaboratively across the party and demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to achieving our objectives. 

• Interpret and analyse complaint data to report to key stakeholders the trends and feedback on the ways we can continually improve the customer experience. 

Essential

• Educated to degree level or qualified by experience

• Complaint handling experience

• Proven experience of managing a team of complaint handlers; delivering excellence within the team through providing advice, customer focus and support to the team.

• Understanding of regulatory and operational risk and its impact on the team and its outputs.

• Proactive decision making and an ability to analyse large amounts of complex information and make should judgements based on clear rationale - demonstrating a good sense of risk based judgement to identify key issues and solutions.

• Significant experience of influencing and constructively challenging internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority

• Emotionally intelligent with highly developed telephone communication, influencing and active listening skills

• Clear and concise writing skills

• Analytical and problem solving skills - able to get to the heart of the issue

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment where priorities may change at short notice, along with the ability to plan and deliver effective outcome focused results - resilient and tenacious

• Able to lead from the front, in particular by taking responsibility for managing difficult customer contact. 

• Customer service focused in order to demonstrate and promote a responsive, high-performance culture within a team environment

• Demonstrates a positive can do attitude towards work.

Desirable

• Legal or investigation experience

• Experience of handling professional regulation, legal or discriminaton complaints

• Good knowledge of the legal framework and Liberal Democrats Standard Procedure

Job title: Senior War Pensions & AFCS Case Advisor

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Permanent. Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: Circa £30,600 gross per annum

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support.
• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others.
• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution.
• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop.
• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others.

If so, then we would like to hear from you ….

The Role

The Senior War Pensions and AFCS case advisor will work to establish the merits of new Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) cases, communicate your views to our beneficiaries and work with the advice team to case manage beneficiaries. You will provide technical oversight and act as subject matter expert for WP&C Representatives as required. You will undertake case management hearings of AFCS and War Pension cases. You will represent beneficiaries at Upper Tier Tribunal hearings.

This role is based from home with some requirement to attend our Head Office, 199 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1AA.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’.

Closing date for this role is: Monday 24th May 2021.

Interviews to take place during w/c Monday 31st May.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible

Job title: War Pensions and Compensations Advisor

Region: Home Based, commutable to Newcastle and across the North

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Permanent. Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £23,800 to £25,000.00 gross per annum

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support.
• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others.
• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution.
• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop.
• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others.

If so then we would like to hear from you ….

The Role

An opportunity is available for a War Pensions & Compensations Advisor to join the National War Pension and Compensation (WP&C) Service.  We are looking for advocates to provide specialist level representation at first tier tribunal to eligible individuals who are appealing decisions under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and the War Pensions Scheme.  Full subject matter training will be provided.

The ideal candidate will have experience of interpreting and applying legislation and presenting cases at first tier tribunal. The role includes providing comprehensive advice to appellants and the management of a significant caseload.

We are looking for someone with excellent communications skills and a strong focus on quality customer service. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a methodical approach to work and sound organisational skills.

You will be home based, but there will be a requirement to travel for tribunal hearings, commutable across the North.

The nature of the post will require you to have a full driving licence.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’.

Closing date for this role is: Monday 24th May 2021.

Interviews will be held on w/c Monday 7th June 2021.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible

Job title: War Pensions and Compensations Advisor, London

Region: Home Based, commutable to Newcastle and across the North

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Permanent. Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £23,800 to £25,000.00 gross per annum

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support.
• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others.
• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution.
• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop.
• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others.

If so then we would like to hear from you ….

The Role

An opportunity is available for a War Pensions & Compensations Advisor to join the National War Pension and Compensation (WP&C) Service.  We are looking for advocates to provide specialist level representation at first tier tribunal to eligible individuals who are appealing decisions under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and the War Pensions Scheme.  Full subject matter training will be provided.

The ideal candidate will have experience of interpreting and applying legislation and presenting cases at first tier tribunal. The role includes providing comprehensive advice to appellants and the management of a significant caseload.

We are looking for someone with excellent communications skills and a strong focus on quality customer service. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a methodical approach to work and sound organisational skills.

You will be home-based, but there will be a requirement to travel for tribunal hearings, commutable across the North.

The nature of the post will require you to have a full driving licence.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’.

Closing date for this role is: Monday 24th May 2021.

Interviews will be held on w/c Monday 7th June 2021.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

This role will be based in London and the salary is competitive and commensurate with the seniority of the appointment.

IPPF is a global service provider and a leading advocate of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of national organisations working with and for communities and individuals.

The Director, Legal, Risk and Compliance will be responsible for IPPF’s legal and contract management, risk management, fraud, compliance, and audit. The role will advise key internal stakeholders, on all legal, risk and compliance matters to enable the DG and the Directors Leadership Team to make informed and timely decisions.

The successful candidate will be a qualified legal expert, auditor or equivalent with the proven ability to provide strategic advice at Board level and experience of international donor contract management. This Director will also bring excellent communication and interpersonal skills to co-ordinate and build relationships across the IPPF Federation and will be familiar with complex international organisational contexts.

CVs will not be accepted. For further information and an application form, please see our website or contact Human Resources  Application form available in Large Print, Audio or Braille.  We regret only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Closing date: 14 May 2021

Applications are particularly welcome from candidates openly and positively living with HIV.  IPPF is committed to equal opportunities and cultural diversity. Candidates from all sections of the community are welcome to apply. However, before offering the job to you, we will require proof that you have permission to work in the UK. This requirement will apply to all applicants irrespective of their nationality.

IPPF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

The team and the role

The Legal, Compliance and Governance team have responsibility for managing legal risk, contracts and disputes; ensuring the Charity complies with all applicable laws and guidance from Regulators; and for the governance of the Charity including providing all necessary support to the Board of Trustees.  

The role will report to the Associate Director, Legal, Compliance and Governance but also provide direct support to various members of this team. Key tasks include coordinating the charity’s contract management system; providing secretariat support to the Board of Trustees and to internal leadership team meetings and working groups; compiling reports and coordinating tasks as part of the risk management function; undertaking basic project management tasks to support the compliance function; and developing knowledge to be able to advise on straightforward contract and compliance checklists. 

About you

You will have experience of providing administrative support, including diary management in an office environment. You will be a highly organised confident individual with a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn. You will also work well under pressure and can prioritise deadlines appropriately. You will be able to work well with colleagues at all levels using your excellent communication skills. You will have the ability to write accurate minutes of meetings and using your attention to detail, be able to format or proof-read documents. You will have excellent technical skills in all aspects of Microsoft Office. You will take great pride in your work.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to develop your legal and compliance knowledge and skills.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Please note that currently Breast Cancer Now is following Government guidelines regarding working from home. Although the role is based in London the expectation is that once restrictions are eased, we will follow a blended approach between office and home working. Should you have any queries with regards to this please email us in the first instance by clicking on the apply button and using the contact details provided.

Breast Cancer Now is an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Closing date 9.00am on Thursday 20 May 2021

Selection date and process Wednesday 26 May 2021 or Friday 28 May 2021 (using Microsoft Teams). The selection process will include a written assessment and an interview.

Join the highly successful ISM working to support musicians

Central London – Head of Legal Services

Permanent and Full Time – £60k  - £65K per annum

The ISM is looking for an experienced senior manager to manage our outstanding legal services and lead on in house legal matters such as GDPR, governance, health and safety and safeguarding. This is a senior role and as such you will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team while at the same time managing on a day to day basis the legal function including a skilled legal team.

The ISM has seen significant growth in membership over recent years which now stands at close on 11,000 members and much of this has been driven by its outstanding services. You will have at least 5 years senior management experience and be a fantastic team player who is proactive and solution focussed. You will always be prepared to go the extra mile,  have excellent written and interpersonal skills with great attention to detail. 

You will be joining a professional staff team who are normally based in Bayswater, London but are currently working from home, where the emphasis is on good communication and team work.

To apply please send a full CV and covering letter saying why you are right the person for the job and join us in supporting the music sector at this critical time.

Closing date is Monday 17 May 2021 at 9.30.  Interviews will be held shortly thereafter.