Senior legal advisor jobs

You will work with colleagues across the organisation to strengthen CPAG’s evidence base so that it is better able to influence decision makers and secure lasting improvements for children in low income families.

You will be working in a fast moving, high profile and complex policy environment and will need to balance short-term priorities with long-term objectives.

As well as developing policy positions and supporting CPAG’s influencing activities, you will have particular responsibility for setting up processes for collecting evidence, case studies and claimant advocates

Head of Policy and Public Affairs

Maternity cover – Fixed-term 15-month contract

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + benefits

Full time – 37.5 hours a week - We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office at least 2 days per week. 

London N1 9FW

Closing date: 5pm, 4th September 2022

Interviews: 12th and 13th September

Do you want to help prevent cancer? Join us at World Cancer Research Fund International (WCRFI) and help make a difference to the global cancer burden.

World Cancer Research Fund International is the world’s leading authority on cancer prevention through diet, weight and physical activity. We commission and interpret research, lead and unify a network of cancer charities with a global reach, influence policy at the highest level, and are trusted advisors to governments and other official bodies from around the world. 

Our Policy and Public Affairs Department works at the global level to encourage the adoption of effective policies to prevent cancer and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) through healthier diets and body weight, more physical activity and lower levels of alcohol intake. Our work ultimately aims to help people reduce their risk of cancer through meeting our WCRF International Recommendations for Cancer Prevention.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of Policy and Public Affairs to take forward this important aspect of our work and provide maternity cover for 15 months. Working with internal and external stakeholders, including government, international institutions and non-governmental organisations, you will create and capitalise on opportunities to promote and advocate the value of evidence-based NCD-prevention policy to governments and other decision-makers globally.

You will be an excellent communicator with extensive experience of working in health policy, preferably with a focus on cancer and/or other NCDs or nutrition/physical activity, and an understanding of public health and the international policy setting. An excellent grasp and knowledge of the workings of key institutions, including the UN system, such as the World Health Organization, will be a strong advantage.

Much of the focus will be at the international level but you will also work with our network countries nationally to help support national activities. You will manage a small team, working collaboratively with other departments, in particular the science department. 

Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 750 words) by the closing date.

Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience meet the job and person criteria and equip you for the role. 

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

HR Advisor, 12 month FTC

Full-time, 37.5hrs

£32,320 per annum

Twickenham, London (Hybrid, 1 to 2 days required in office per week)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a HR Advisor to join our HR team here at SPEAR, this role is for a fixed term contract of 1 year, to cover maternity leave. Reporting to the Head of HR, the overall purpose of this role is to provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on all people related matters. This really is a generalist role where no two days will be the same. You will need to be hands on with all aspects of HR and be prepared to be involved in a variety of tasks. You will have experience of delivering a high quality, flexible HR service, responsive to the needs of the organisation and in line with legislative requirements and good practice.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Provide first-line HR advice, support and guidance to managers and colleagues in all matters of employee relations, including disciplinary, advice, grievance, performance management, change
• management, capability and absence management;
• Oversee all end to end recruitment, with the support of the HR Assistant;
• Produce management information reports on a range of issues, to include sickness/absence management, staff turnover and employee life cycle data;
• Monitor, review and update all HR policies and ensure these are in line with the current legislation;
• Provide first line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures, inclusive of; absence / attendance management, maternity, paternity, flexible working requests,
• probationary periods, remuneration and benefits etc.;
• Manage employee relations cases as required, including Bullying and Harassment, Conduct, Performance Management, and Sickness absence in line with SPEAR’s Policies, Employment Law and best
• practice.

About Us

We are SPEAR, a charity dedicated to helping homeless people in South West London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. For over 35 years, we’ve worked tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and gain support to overcome the barriers they face. We provide a range of accommodation and support services.

About You

• CIPD Level 5 or working towards and experience of providing a confident HR advisory service to managers and employees covering generalist activity
• Experience in the development and implementation of employment policies and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate and build relationships with a wide range of internal and external contacts to inspire trust and confidence
• A ‘can do’ outcome focused attitude and approach, resourceful and works to make things happen taking others along with them
• Highly organised with the ability to handle conflicting demands through to meet deadlines with minimum supervision
• Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and sensitivity in dealing with HR issues, especially when handling sensitive situations and information
• A confident communicator (both verbal and written) with a personable and professional manner and the ability to interact and relate to all levels of staff and build strong working relationships
• Broad practical knowledge of all areas of HR including employment law and interpreting legislation for the purposes of internal policies / advice

Our Benefits

✶ 24-hour access to confidential counselling services (EAP)

✶ Free staff wellbeing sessions

✶ Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

✶ Enhanced occupational sick pay

✶ Enrolment into our pension scheme after three months service

✶ Yearly eye care vouchers

✶ 34 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service.

✶ Flexible working

✶ Free moving house day

✶ Cycle to work scheme

✶ Interest-free season ticket loans

✶ Staff interest-free loan

✶ Free parking (at some sites)

Summary

As Legal Advisor at Diabetes UK, you will be responsible for giving clear, practical legal advice to all parts of the charity and negotiating contracts with our suppliers and funders. Reporting to the Head of Legal & Compliance, you will have the opportunity to develop expertise in a wide range of areas of law, including contract, data protection, charity, gaming, fundraising, advertising and intellectual property. You will also be responsible for maintenance of the contracts register and promoting good contract management practice.

We have a brilliant and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our 'Connected Working' framework which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role of course. We do not dictate the number of days you have to attend the office.

Interview Date: TBC

Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK.

Package

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,500 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

Main Responsibilities

You will be a qualified solicitor with 1-3 years PQE or equivalent legal experience. You will have experience of independently drafting and negotiating commercial supplier contracts and an understanding of data protection law. We are looking for an individual who has a pragmatic, problem-solving mindset, excellent verbal and written communication skills and good attention to detail, who can apply their legal skills to new areas of law.

This is an excellent first in-house role for a junior lawyer looking to broaden their expertise or gain experience in the not-for-profit sector.

Ideal Candidate

You will be:

• Able to work on your own initiative and seek support as required
• A strong and confident communicator verbally and in writing
• Highly organised and with a structured approach to work
• A strong problem-solver with a flexible and pragmatic approach
• Keen to learn more

We are looking for a qualified woman* solicitor or barrister or OISC Level 3 adviser with experience of immigration, EU free movement, asylum and nationality law to deliver our vital legal services for women as part of our Immigration law team.

The Legal Officer (Immigration & Asylum) is responsible for delivery of Rights of Women’s core services including providing legal advice on our telephone advice lines and via casework, delivering training and writing publications. They also ontribute to Rights of Women’s policy and influencing work.

Salary: Pro rata of £36,686.12 [full time equivalent] depending on days/hours agreed

Hours: This is a part-time post of 3 days (21 hours) a week however we will also consider applications from women able to work 2 days (14 hours) a week.

There are two work pattern options: 

Monday, Thursday and Friday (21 hours a week) or

Monday and Thursday (14 hours a week)

Holiday entitlement: 28 days annual leave (3 days designated for ROW closure between Christmas and New Year) plus public holidays per annum.  Holiday and bank holiday entitlement is pro-rated for part-time workers. Enhanced holiday entitlement after 5 years’ service.

Location:  Negotiable - the role can be either home based or on a hybrid working basis working between our London based office and home working

Line Manager: Senior Legal Officer (Immigration & Asylum)

Duration: The role is permanent subject to completion of a satisfactory probationary period

Closing date for applications: None - we are interviewing on a rolling ongoing basis. We advise potential applicants to email us via the contact details in our recruitment pack to confirm we are still considering applications.

Interview dates: By arrangement via online platform

Start date: Immediate start or shortly after, negotiable based on notice period required

*Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Part I) applies

For more information and an application pack visit:

Do you have experience of administering grant management or procurement contracting processes? Are you looking for a new role in a friendly, supportive environment focused on creating positive change in the humanitarian sector? Elrha is seeking a Grant Operations Adviser to join our team on a permanent basis.

This is a great opportunity to develop your experience of contracts and procurement whilst contributing to Elrha’s organisational priorities.  The role requires significant autonomy and sits within a supportive team, interacting closely with colleagues across the organisation as well as external stakeholders. 

This role is key within Elrha as it supports the smooth running of critical processes in compliance with legal, donor and internal requirements of our grant management. This includes taking the lead on a range of activities including contract negotiations with potential grantees; advising on procurement processes, supplier management and providing expert input in relation to procurement, grant agreements, contract management, donor compliance, and many other related matters. 

The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate: 

• previous experience of administering contracting processes in an international context 

• experience of contributing to process improvements 

• excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and workflows simultaneously

• Excellent communication skills with experience of working with multiple stakeholders 

You should be able to use good judgment to keep the needs of Elrha’s programmes in mind when applying risk management and compliance requirements. Qualifications relevant to law, procurement, compliance or another related field would be advantageous, as would prior experience working in international NGOs or research institutes. 

Please note that short-listed candidates will be asked to complete a practical written assessment to inform selections for interview.

Please ensure you complete the personal statement as part of the application process to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you, and note that we will assess your communication skills on the quality of your personal statement and CV as well as any presented achievements. 

If you want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.  In return, we can offer a large degree of autonomy and flexibility for you to shape the role, develop, learn and grow professionally. We are a committed, friendly and collaborative team, and the role is a great opportunity to develop your skills across a wide remit.    

Please review the full job description for further details. When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children recruitment system.

About Elrha 

Elrha is a global charity that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We fund and support projects that go on to shape the way in which people across the world are supported during a crisis. We are based in the UK, but our roles have a global reach. We’re an established and respected part of the humanitarian community, working closely and meaningfully with our fellow networks and actors to make change happen. 

Remote Working 

Elrha is currently transitioning to new hybrid ways of working and with the aim of promoting flexible working practices. Other than the expectation to attend occasional team meetings in person, for the purposes of building personal connections and successful collaborations, employees can chose to work either in their designated office base or at their home within the UK. We are happy to discuss flexible working options and patterns at interview. 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

Elrha is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Salaries and benefits 

Jobs are positioned within the salary structure based on evaluation. New employees will usually be appointed at the bottom of the grade, however the appointed salary may also take into account the relevant experience a candidate brings to a role. Elrha is committed to paying staff in a fair and equitable way and will benchmark all salary offers in line with the pay of existing staff. 

Elrha also has a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday entitlement which increases year on year, 5% employer pension contribution (3% employee contribution) and life cover. 

  

Pre-employment Checks 

Any employment with Elrha will be subject to the following checks prior to your start date: 

• a satisfactory police record check to include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or an International Criminal Record Check (If applicable) 

• receipt of satisfactory references 

• proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this role 

Elrha is a wholly owned subsidiary of Save the Children. We are able to benefit from a range of support services provided by Save the Children UK, including recruitment systems. For this reason you will be directed to Save the Children UK’s job portal upon clicking ‘apply’. 

Please ensure you read the full job description and complete the Personal Statement as requested in the application process. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Saferworld is an independent international organisation working to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives. We work with people affected by conflict to improve their safety and sense of security, and conduct wider research and analysis.

Over the past 30 years, Saferworld has undertaken a wide variety of research to inform its conflict prevention and peacebuilding work. This includes conflict analyses as the foundation for peacebuilding strategies and interventions; perception surveys to understand people’s views and experiences; community security assessments to inform programming; gender analysis of conflict as well as gender-sensitivity and conflict-sensitivity assessments both of our own work and that of others; policy research and analysis to inform national and international advocacy; and evaluations to inform programme adaptation and institutional learning. The Senior Research and Learning Adviser works across the organisation supporting the design and implementation of high-quality research and outputs.

The person we are looking for will provide thought leadership and play a leading role in the development and implementation of organisational research and learning in line with programme and policy-advocacy change agendas. This includes:

• Aligning the different ways knowledge and evidence are produced to Saferworld’s strategic objectives and broader systemic peacebuilding change.
• Establishing processes and mechanisms for ensuring quality research across the organisation
• Strengthening organisational capacities for conducting different types of research, particularly related to Participatory Action Research approaches.
• Conceptualising and delivering specific, funded, research outputs and provide support on research design, methodologies and analysis to other Saferworld teams.

The post-holder will (co) lead the Knowledge and Learning @ Saferworld Hub, a cross-organisational space to pool knowledge and learning from across the organisation, and the sector. They will co-lead this cross-organisational learning space, bringing together programmatic learning and evaluation, research and policy knowledge, on particular themes/topics/geographical locations, with a view to making sure that we ground our work in the best available data, experience, results and knowledge. The post holder will also lead in identifying where there are gaps in knowledge, and working with the Knowledge Hub to find innovative or different ways to learn, adapt our work, and create linkages across the multiple levels and locations where we work.

You will have:

• a degree in political science, conflict or peace studies or similar area; or equivalent research experience and methodological knowledge on these issue areas.
• experience in designing, conducting and advising on research on issues related to: conflict and climate change, gender and peacebuilding, and partnership approaches to peacebuilding practice
• demonstrable knowledge of participatory and other qualitative and quantitative applied social science research methodologies
• experience of implementing mechanisms for research quality assurance in a non-academic, public institution (NGO or government) environment.

Please go to our website for a full job description and details of how to apply

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care provides supportive and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness. Based in Farnham and Guildford, we serve a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and North East Hampshire.

Patient and Family Advisor

37 hours per week

Salary £24,476.12 per annum WTE

An opportunity has arisen for a full time Patient and Family Advisor to work with our Patient and Family Support Team at Phyllis Tuckwell and as part of the wider multidisciplinary team, supporting patients living with advanced illness. 

The Patient and Family Advisor will be patient centred, and motivated to achieve the best quality of life for patients living with advanced disease and their family/carers. As part of this role, you will support patients and carers to address any social care needs, including accessing all relevant benefits. You will work directly with patients and their relatives and carers, will assess their particular and individual needs, and will facilitate care packages at patient’s own homes or placements in residential/nursing homes. This role will require a good ability to work within a multidisciplinary team with a range of professions and a commitment to working as part of a team with a passion for end of life care.

The successful candidate will need to:

• Have experience in working with social care issues in a health or social care setting
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have some knowledge of the legislation used in practice
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding issues
• Work across both our Farnham and Guildford sites

To find out more about this role, and arrange an informal visit, please contact Maria Abellan, Patient, Family and Carer Support Team Manager or Caroline Baker, Senior Patient and Family Advisor 

PT offers:

• 6 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Continuation of NHS Pension or PTHC Group Personal Pension Plan
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Comprehensive education and training with personal development opportunities
• Clinical Supervision and support
• A motivated and compassionate team whose passion is to make a difference
• Multidisciplinary working within a forward thinking and supportive organisation

You can apply on-line via Phyllis Tuckwell's website 
If you are unable to apply on-line application packs are available from HR at Phyllis Tuckwell

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Sunday 11th September 2022

Interviews to be held: Wednesday 21st September 2022

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, Waverley Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 8BL

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We are currently recruiting for an 1x IDVA (5 days a week) and an 1x WISER Specialist Advocate (3 days a week). 

The post-holder will be responsible for providing frontline services to women and those from Middle Eastern who are experiencing domestic violence, are at risk of honour killings and forced marriages female genital mutilation/other forms of gender abuse. This will entail provision of practical and emotional support to ensure that they and their children are able to access services to remain safe. The post-holder will offer information, advice, advocacy, casework, outreach and networking, and will liaise with all appropriate services to make sure that these women’s needs are appropriately met.

Permanent, Full Time – 35 hours per week

With Mental Health continuing to be a high priority on the social agenda, it is an exciting time to join Mind and be a part of the cause that helps everyone with the mental health problem gets both support and respect.

Our Quality and Governance team plays an important role in making sure Mind is safe, legal, and compliant and ensuring that Mind goes above and beyond meeting our regulatory requirements. We work to build a culture of learning and continuous improvement and share our expertise to build capacity across all of Mind.

We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel who will be Mind’s in-house legal adviser; providing specialist and strategic advice on a variety of areas of law, specifically focussing on contract management, due diligence, risk management and negotiation, making sure that Mind is capable of being commercial, as well as living its values as a charity.

You’ll manage the Senior Compliance Officer to support and deliver their role and work closely with teams to lead on aspects of large-scale or high-value projects, providing specialist advice and ensuring that risks are effectively managed. This could include supplier contracts, license agreements, grant agreements, partnership agreements and sponsorship contracts.

So, if you’d like to join us in being successful in our mission, we want to hear from you!

All that we ask is that you are a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales and have proven post-qualification experience in commercial or contract law. You’ll have the ability to use legal knowledge to give strategic advice, identifying pragmatic solutions, and be able to quickly establish personal credibility, developing and maintaining good working relationships.

With advanced communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex information clearly to those who do not have legal expertise, you will have excellent legal drafting skills and good attention to detail. You’ll also have a basic understanding or familiarity with Charity law and regulation and demonstrate understanding of the legal and regulatory context within which Mind operates.

Prisoners Abroad is a UK-based charity working to support British citizens imprisoned overseas, to assist those affected by imprisonment, and to help ex-prisoners start a new life free of crime after their release.

You will provide crucial advice to embassies, consulates and country caseworkers at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) on human rights issues affecting British nationals abroad, including claims of torture and cases where a British national could be or has been sentenced to death.

An outstanding communicator with an in-depth, comprehensive practical knowledge of human rights law (particularly relating to fair trials and prisoner rights), you must also hold a legal degree and preferably a formal qualification in human rights.

This post is based at the FCO with one day every fortnight at Prisoners Abroad.

You will provide crucial advice to embassies, consulates and country caseworkers at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) on human rights issues affecting British nationals abroad, including claims of torture and cases where a British national could be or has been sentenced to death.

An outstanding communicator with an in-depth, comprehensive practical knowledge of human rights law (particularly relating to fair trials and prisoner rights), you must also hold a legal degree and preferably a formal qualification in human rights.

This post is based at the FCO with one day every fortnight at Prisoners Abroad.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Adult ISVA to join our growing and rapidly developing service in Devon & Cornwall, covering the East Devon and Exeter area of this region.

The post holder will support and have understanding and experiences of people, who have experienced trauma in their lives. Knowledge of local services both statutory and third sector will be an advantage including Safeguarding procedures for vulnerable people. Understanding of the impacts of sexual violence for this group is desirable but not essential as all ISVAs will be expected to undertake accredited ISVA training.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing a complex caseload
• Working as part of team
• Contribute to team targets
• Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
• Ability to work and manage own diary

Essential requirements:

• Full Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Experience of crisis management
• Highly developed interpersonal skills (written and oral)

Added benefits:

• A comprehensive induction and training programme, with a hybrid working policy for a better work/life balance.
• Access to external supervision to discuss personal or emotional responses to traumatic or difficult cases, to ensure emotional and psychological wellbeing.
• Health and wellbeing resources including our staff Wellbeing Group and active participation in our employee engagement platform.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which includes a 24/7 telephone helpline offering medical, emotional and financial support.
• Employer contribution pension scheme.

Additional Information: The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring check and police vetting.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 9:00am Tuesday 16th August 2022

Expected date for interviews: Thursday 25th August 2022

For an application and role profile please visit our website 

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Home based (UK-Wide)
Salary: £33,438 - £36,515 per annum (depending on skills and experience) + London allowance of £3,600 (if applicable)
Working Hours: 35 per week

Closing Date: 29 August 2022
Interview Date: TBC (via Zoom or Teams)

Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 17:00pm on the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About Alzheimer\'s Society

Who we are

Alzheimer’s Society are a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.

What we want

We will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.

What we do

We support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to Alzheimer’s Society/us for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
We join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future.

How we do it

We’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.

About the role

The Information Governance team are the champions of Data Protection and Information Governance within Alzheimer's Society. The team’s overriding objective is to enable all areas of the Society to use information appropriately whilst achieving the Society’s overall aim of creating a world without dementia. The Senior Information Governance Officer will support the wider Information Governance team in achieving this objective.

They will be the first point of contact in the Society for data protection and information governance questions, providing advice and guidance as appropriate to ensure the safe and legal processing of information. These queries will be from across the Society and could be in relation to service delivery, fundraising, campaigns, IT, volunteering or employment matters.

The Senior IG Officer will also handle personal data breaches and identify and create reports on trends and recommended remedial actions, compile relevant management information and reports on Information Governance matters for senior management audiences.

You'll manage rights requests, review data protection elements in contracts and support the Information Governance Manager to develop, deliver and maintain learning resources and opportunities for Society colleagues to help ensure information is processed safely and legally whilst enabling the Society to operate effectively.

About you

- Highly skilled and motivated individual looking for a fresh challenge and wishing to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by dementia.
- Must have expert knowledge and experience of managing information in line with Data Protection legislation and regulations (including the General Data Protection regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA))
- Experience of applying expert knowledge to be able to advise colleagues on how to comply with privacy requirements across a range of situations. This includes managing incidents, handling rights requests, conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments and reviewing Data Protection elements of contracts and Data Sharing Agreements.
- An industry recognised Privacy qualification such as an IAPP certification or BCS Practitioner’s Certificate in Data Protection, is preferable but not essential.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and responsive environment,

Person Specification

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written [essential]
- Excellent organisational and timekeeping skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Be a team player, supporting colleagues when there are deadlines, and who knows when to ask for help themselves.
- Be a self-starter and incredibly motivated.

You may have experience of the following: Senior Information Governance Officer, Information Governance Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Legislation, Information Governance, Compliance, Standards, Records Manager, Information Governance Officer, etc.

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We are looking for an experienced Senior Caseworker & OISC Supervisor (OISC L2 essential, L3 desirable) to manage and supervise OISC level 2 immigration advisors providing specialist immigration advice and casework to people sleeping rough or at risk at rough sleeping under Street Legal and Hospital discharge advice projects.  Street Legal is delivered in partnership with St Mungo’s and Hospital Discharge in partnership with London Pathways.

You will lead a team of up to three OISC Level 2 immigration advisors providing supervision under OISC guidelines and hold a small caseload of clients (FTE 0.2). You will provide 2nd tier advice as part of Praxis capacity building programme and oversee our pro-bono project supporting Zambrano families to gain ILR through the EU settlement scheme (this project is currently in its winding down phase).

The ideal candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of the issues faced by refugees, asylum seekers and migrants at risk for rough sleeping (including EU migrants) as well as experience managing projects and providing OISC supervision. They will have experience and a commitment to supporting single homelessness people in need of immigration advice. They will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a range of stakeholders.

Praxis is a dynamic, award-winning human rights charity supporting migrants in crisis or at-risk, ensuring that their essential human needs are met and that they can overcome the barriers they face. We have more than 35 years of experience working with migrant communities, and in 2019 we supported around 2,000 people through expert legal advice, housing and peer support. Our holistic approach supports people away from a point of crisis and destitution towards safety, economic independence, social engagement and greater emotional wellbeing.

At Praxis, we work to build community, challenge exclusion and discrimination, influence policy and improve services. We played a leading role in exposing the Windrush scandal and advocate and campaign for lasting changes to policy and practice to address the root causes of the issues faced by at-risk migrants

Our Attractive Benefits Package Includes

• A 35 hour working week including flexible working hours
• 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays)
• You can buy up to 3 days annual leave each year
• A defined contribution pension scheme
• Our employee assistance programme offers counselling and support for you 24/7.
• A season ticket loan to help you spread the cost of your commute

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from those with lived experience of migration, and from diverse applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital/civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy/maternity leave status.

To apply, please complete the application form, where relevant use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted. You can add your CV if you wish to do so, but only complete application forms will be accepted. Check Praxis website for more details.

Closing: 22 August at 12 noon

Interviews: 25 August