eSentio provides technology consulting to some of the largest and most technically advanced law firms and legal organizations in the UK. We work on highly complex projects and have a core goal of exceeding their expectations in service, integrity, value, and expertise. Our teams of consultants are among the most experienced thought leaders in their fields, and we're continuing to build this team of experts. We're seeking a Business Development Manager who will report to the CEO and be responsible for eSentio's customer acquisition and revenue generation within the large law (UK Top 50) market. The primary goal of the Business Development Manager will be developing and executing comprehensive sales plans. Every member of the eSentio team is a professional and is expected to proactively manage their own work outcomes and quality, while collaborating across the organization. At eSentio you'll Develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan to drive revenue growth within the UK top 50 legal market. Prospect for new clients and manage the sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals. Meet and exceed sales quotas, while also focusing on client account management, retention, and up-selling opportunities Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the legal industry. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions and services to clients. Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and client needs to help develop sales strategies. We need you to have 5+ years of related experience in the professional services arena, preferably in a legal environment 5+ years of experience selling technical professional services to large law firms and legal departments. An understanding of the business drivers of legal technology. 5+ years of successful due diligence and deal structuring. Experience developing sales and territory plans. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Comfort working with senior leaders of organizations (CIO, CFO, Managing Partners etc.). Strong relationship building skills. Existing contacts in the legal industry. Some of the cool things include We're a remote-forward company, and this position can be located in or near any major city in the UK. We provide a competitive compensation plan with a generous bonus program We offer health insurance, health care cash plan and long term sickness benefits Regular team informational and celebrational check-ins, and semi-annual in person events An awesome group of smart and determined coworkers, including an industry expert, female CEO If you believe you have the unique and exceptional skills, professionalism, and determination to excel in this role, we're eager to meet you! Have you worked in the large law UK market?
May 05, 2024
Full time
eSentio provides technology consulting to some of the largest and most technically advanced law firms and legal organizations in the UK. We work on highly complex projects and have a core goal of exceeding their expectations in service, integrity, value, and expertise. Our teams of consultants are among the most experienced thought leaders in their fields, and we're continuing to build this team of experts. We're seeking a Business Development Manager who will report to the CEO and be responsible for eSentio's customer acquisition and revenue generation within the large law (UK Top 50) market. The primary goal of the Business Development Manager will be developing and executing comprehensive sales plans. Every member of the eSentio team is a professional and is expected to proactively manage their own work outcomes and quality, while collaborating across the organization. At eSentio you'll Develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan to drive revenue growth within the UK top 50 legal market. Prospect for new clients and manage the sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals. Meet and exceed sales quotas, while also focusing on client account management, retention, and up-selling opportunities Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the legal industry. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions and services to clients. Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and client needs to help develop sales strategies. We need you to have 5+ years of related experience in the professional services arena, preferably in a legal environment 5+ years of experience selling technical professional services to large law firms and legal departments. An understanding of the business drivers of legal technology. 5+ years of successful due diligence and deal structuring. Experience developing sales and territory plans. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Comfort working with senior leaders of organizations (CIO, CFO, Managing Partners etc.). Strong relationship building skills. Existing contacts in the legal industry. Some of the cool things include We're a remote-forward company, and this position can be located in or near any major city in the UK. We provide a competitive compensation plan with a generous bonus program We offer health insurance, health care cash plan and long term sickness benefits Regular team informational and celebrational check-ins, and semi-annual in person events An awesome group of smart and determined coworkers, including an industry expert, female CEO If you believe you have the unique and exceptional skills, professionalism, and determination to excel in this role, we're eager to meet you! Have you worked in the large law UK market?
Job Title: Technical Officer (Disrepair) North Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £38,766.54 (£42,684.28 is achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role) Working Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, Hybrid Location: Gateshead , (working geographical area also covers Carlisle and Rochdale - so could be based in these areas) The difference you will make as a Technical Officer You will be responsible for ensuring effective delivery of legislative repair activity for all Group residential properties, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards, providing efficient and effective technical expertise, contract management, planning and administrative support as required. You will also support the Senior Technical Officer and Repairs Manager in providing a technical consultative service to Asset Services to ensure the Group continues to meet its regulatory and legislative responsibility in maintaining property in a sound and safe condition. About you We are looking for someone with Thorough understanding of housing condition legislation, including disrepair and FFSSA Experience in the building industry, ideally working within a customer focussed housing repair and maintenance team with a strong understanding of building maintenance terminology and repair activities. Effective contract management skills. Experience of undertaking site visits including post inspections and identification of building defects. Role Profile Support the Senior Technical Officer in delivering a programme of repairs and structural works, including associated cost profiles, working with key stakeholders including residents and Asset Services colleagues to agree project delivery requirements. Undertake Housing Condition & Fitness For Human Habitation Act repair surveys for residential properties to assess defects and condition of works, both maintenance and structural, identifying the most efficient and cost effective solutions to ensure standards are maintained in terms of quality and compliance. Manage contractors throughout any works instructed, including day to day contract management services for works activity including commissioning appropriate work orders, including monitoring progress to completion, ensuring contract obligations are fulfilled in line with agreed performance frameworks, identifying under performance and escalating via agreed routes as required. Work alongside legal professionals in the preparation of evidence to be presented in court. Support the business in processing of Home Improvement requests, including site surveys and co-ordination of H&S information relevant requested works. Support the Insurance Manager and Senior Technical Officer on insurance related works such as fire / flood damaged properties, providing technical appraisal of the remedial works with loss adjusters. Provide robust backing information to ensure the authorisation of payments in line with the Group's financial controls, contributing to the development and review of relevant budgets including processing payments for approved contracted works, ensuring Asset Management expenditure is robustly managed in line with annual budgets. Maintain accurate records, using appropriate systems and databases, ensuring the integrity and quality of data to enable regular analysis to be carried out and reporting to be completed as required. Manage enquiries relating to works effectively from both internal and external stakeholder, providing clear, supportive and accurate advice or signposting as appropriate and escalating complaints and complex queries via the appropriate channels to ensure effective resolution. Manage internal and external stakeholders effectively, including close liaison with tenants, managing their expectations and ensuring convenient and high caliber customer service throughout any programmes of works. Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures. Ensure that health and safety requirements are met in accordance with the Group's policy, procedures and statutory requirements Ensure that all GDPR requirements are met in accordance with the Group's policy, procedures and statutory requirements. Ensure internal business processes are followed in line with the Group's policy, procedures and statutory requirements. Respond flexibly to any necessary changes in work priorities and undertake other duties when required to support the effective operation of the service. Please apply or get in touch: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.
May 05, 2024
Seasonal
Job Title: Technical Officer (Disrepair) North Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £38,766.54 (£42,684.28 is achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role) Working Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, Hybrid Location: Gateshead , (working geographical area also covers Carlisle and Rochdale - so could be based in these areas) The difference you will make as a Technical Officer You will be responsible for ensuring effective delivery of legislative repair activity for all Group residential properties, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards, providing efficient and effective technical expertise, contract management, planning and administrative support as required. You will also support the Senior Technical Officer and Repairs Manager in providing a technical consultative service to Asset Services to ensure the Group continues to meet its regulatory and legislative responsibility in maintaining property in a sound and safe condition. About you We are looking for someone with Thorough understanding of housing condition legislation, including disrepair and FFSSA Experience in the building industry, ideally working within a customer focussed housing repair and maintenance team with a strong understanding of building maintenance terminology and repair activities. Effective contract management skills. Experience of undertaking site visits including post inspections and identification of building defects. Role Profile Support the Senior Technical Officer in delivering a programme of repairs and structural works, including associated cost profiles, working with key stakeholders including residents and Asset Services colleagues to agree project delivery requirements. Undertake Housing Condition & Fitness For Human Habitation Act repair surveys for residential properties to assess defects and condition of works, both maintenance and structural, identifying the most efficient and cost effective solutions to ensure standards are maintained in terms of quality and compliance. Manage contractors throughout any works instructed, including day to day contract management services for works activity including commissioning appropriate work orders, including monitoring progress to completion, ensuring contract obligations are fulfilled in line with agreed performance frameworks, identifying under performance and escalating via agreed routes as required. Work alongside legal professionals in the preparation of evidence to be presented in court. Support the business in processing of Home Improvement requests, including site surveys and co-ordination of H&S information relevant requested works. Support the Insurance Manager and Senior Technical Officer on insurance related works such as fire / flood damaged properties, providing technical appraisal of the remedial works with loss adjusters. Provide robust backing information to ensure the authorisation of payments in line with the Group's financial controls, contributing to the development and review of relevant budgets including processing payments for approved contracted works, ensuring Asset Management expenditure is robustly managed in line with annual budgets. Maintain accurate records, using appropriate systems and databases, ensuring the integrity and quality of data to enable regular analysis to be carried out and reporting to be completed as required. Manage enquiries relating to works effectively from both internal and external stakeholder, providing clear, supportive and accurate advice or signposting as appropriate and escalating complaints and complex queries via the appropriate channels to ensure effective resolution. Manage internal and external stakeholders effectively, including close liaison with tenants, managing their expectations and ensuring convenient and high caliber customer service throughout any programmes of works. Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures. Ensure that health and safety requirements are met in accordance with the Group's policy, procedures and statutory requirements Ensure that all GDPR requirements are met in accordance with the Group's policy, procedures and statutory requirements. Ensure internal business processes are followed in line with the Group's policy, procedures and statutory requirements. Respond flexibly to any necessary changes in work priorities and undertake other duties when required to support the effective operation of the service. Please apply or get in touch: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.
About the role As the Head of Legal and Compliance at Hokodo, you will lead the development of our legal and compliance function, overseeing key projects such as financing rounds and international expansions and ensuring adherence to regulatory obligations. Your strategic guidance will be critical in managing risks across various domains, from corporate and commercial to regulatory compliance and litigation. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you'll drive the negotiation and structuring of complex transactions while optimising legal spend and fostering best practices. This role offers the opportunity to shape the legal and compliance landscape of a high-growth startup, making a direct impact on our trajectory and success. Location: We would like you to work from our office in London or Paris for two days per week, joining our team of dedicated professionals and making your mark on the world of B2B e-commerce. About Hokodo We're an international and diverse team, based in London, Vilnius and Paris, working to modernise B2B payments. Our B2B Buy Now, Pay Later solution enables merchants to offer credit terms to their business customers instantly, resulting in a 40% average increase in revenue for integrated merchants. We are scaling rapidly across Western Europe, with a list of stellar clients and have raised a total of over $50 million to support our mission of enabling 1 million businesses to access a better way to pay by 2025 . Join us in our efforts, as we have already made good progress with 50,000+ businesses regularly using Hokodo , but need your support to take us to the next level! What you'll be doing - If you get excited by the following, this is the role for you. Lead the legal and compliance function within Hokodo. Support the management team with strategic decision making on topics such as international expansion and development of our payment, lending and insurance products. Support and manage the legal structuring, negotiation and contracting for key projects such as debt and equity financing rounds, new product development, and the launch of new partnerships. Ensure we remain compliant with our regulatory obligations in particular in relation to our regulated payments and insurance entities. Ensure our corporate, IP, compliance, commercial and litigation risks are identified and managed. Oversight of our compliance infrastructure including our strategy and roadmap, policies and procedures, monitoring plan. Manage our relationships with external regulators and legal advisers, and ensure our legal spend is optimised. Develop best practices and training to help the business manage risks and drive the implementation of improved processes to help us scale. Who we're looking for - At Hokodo, we prioritise hiring individuals who share our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. While some of the listed requirements may be important, don't worry if you don't meet all of them, we'd still like to hear from you. At least 5 years experience post-qualification as a lawyer in the UK or EU Experience operating in a senior legal role within a UK or EU regulated financial services company Familiarity with payments regulations in the UK or EU Experience negotiating or managing complex transactions such as equity or debt financing Strategic thinker who can evaluate complex trade-offs to reach pragmatic implementable recommendations Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well in a fast-paced environment, without sacrificing attention to detail Comfortable managing complex stakeholder relationships including the board and internal and external executives and regulatory authorities. Comfort working in English, either as a first language or business fluent second language Nice to have: Exposure to work in an international environment Experience working with debt financing or securitisation structures French speaking Interview Process Intro, company fit and run through career history with the Talent team - 30-45 minutes - Video Call Technical, competency and team fit interview with the CEO - 60 minutes - Video Call Case Study - Prepare a customer review and present to the CEO and another member of leadership team - 60 minutes - Video Call Meet the team and Co Founder - Circa 90 minutes - Face 2 Face What's in it for you? We're offering the chance to really make a difference to Hokodo and the wider B2B payments and e-commerce industry. The opportunity for personal growth in a fast-moving startup is massive. Your opinion and feedback will be heard and valued. You'll feel a part of a very special team. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including share options. Share Options ️ Holiday entitlement : 25 days + bank holidays Annual Learning and Development budget ️ Globetrotter travel policy: Spend up to 60 days abroad each calendar year Health Insurance Taking well being seriously: Access to qualified therapist, confidentially via video or chat through Spill Enhanced Parental Leave Yearly offsites and other company socials: Previously, we have been to Malta & Majorca , as well as regular meetups in London, Paris and Lithuania . Pension: (we know this is not really a benefit - but we get asked a lot about pension contributions) Employer contribution of 3% and individual contribution of 5% based on qualified earnings. Our values Hokodo is more than a place to work. We're passionate about making our industry better and aren't afraid of the competition. We pride ourselves on our culture of down to earth employees who are always willing to go the extra mile to help each other out! Own the Outcome - We're committed to our tasks, and take pride in the outcome. It's never "not my job". We are bold, we are brave, and we embrace change in all its forms. Trust and Build Trust - We are committed to earning and fostering trust through honest communication and deliberate actions. We support our team and value each other's time, input, and take local decisions where possible. Never Be Satisfied - We challenge the norms and act boldly, even if it means failing. We are reflective, always learn from our mistakes, and continuously seek feedback and ways to improve. When something's not quite right, we crave to fix it. We're open to being challenged, and challenge others openly. No Passion, No Point - We bring passion and energy to everything we do. We get a lot done, and we have a good time doing it. We take every opportunity to celebrate our hard work, our wins - and some of our failures too! Be Genuine (No BS) - We are truthful and honest in our actions. We embrace and respect our individuality and encourage people to speak their mind. We are transparent and committed to doing what's best for each other, our customers and our company. Put simply, we care . Don't tick all of the boxes? Neither do we. We are driven by hiring not only by experience and relevance for the role but also our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. We celebrate anything 'outside of the box', so if you don't meet all of the listed tickbox criteria, please do still apply as we'd love to hear from you. The diversity of our team reflects the diversity of our community and customers. We not only welcome but celebrate diverse communities. We feel we have an empowering environment where everyone is supported and respected, and we want you to feel this too. We welcome new ideas, thinking and approaches and listen intently, and we are strongly committed to learning and improving on this as we grow.
May 05, 2024
Full time
About the role As the Head of Legal and Compliance at Hokodo, you will lead the development of our legal and compliance function, overseeing key projects such as financing rounds and international expansions and ensuring adherence to regulatory obligations. Your strategic guidance will be critical in managing risks across various domains, from corporate and commercial to regulatory compliance and litigation. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you'll drive the negotiation and structuring of complex transactions while optimising legal spend and fostering best practices. This role offers the opportunity to shape the legal and compliance landscape of a high-growth startup, making a direct impact on our trajectory and success. Location: We would like you to work from our office in London or Paris for two days per week, joining our team of dedicated professionals and making your mark on the world of B2B e-commerce. About Hokodo We're an international and diverse team, based in London, Vilnius and Paris, working to modernise B2B payments. Our B2B Buy Now, Pay Later solution enables merchants to offer credit terms to their business customers instantly, resulting in a 40% average increase in revenue for integrated merchants. We are scaling rapidly across Western Europe, with a list of stellar clients and have raised a total of over $50 million to support our mission of enabling 1 million businesses to access a better way to pay by 2025 . Join us in our efforts, as we have already made good progress with 50,000+ businesses regularly using Hokodo , but need your support to take us to the next level! What you'll be doing - If you get excited by the following, this is the role for you. Lead the legal and compliance function within Hokodo. Support the management team with strategic decision making on topics such as international expansion and development of our payment, lending and insurance products. Support and manage the legal structuring, negotiation and contracting for key projects such as debt and equity financing rounds, new product development, and the launch of new partnerships. Ensure we remain compliant with our regulatory obligations in particular in relation to our regulated payments and insurance entities. Ensure our corporate, IP, compliance, commercial and litigation risks are identified and managed. Oversight of our compliance infrastructure including our strategy and roadmap, policies and procedures, monitoring plan. Manage our relationships with external regulators and legal advisers, and ensure our legal spend is optimised. Develop best practices and training to help the business manage risks and drive the implementation of improved processes to help us scale. Who we're looking for - At Hokodo, we prioritise hiring individuals who share our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. While some of the listed requirements may be important, don't worry if you don't meet all of them, we'd still like to hear from you. At least 5 years experience post-qualification as a lawyer in the UK or EU Experience operating in a senior legal role within a UK or EU regulated financial services company Familiarity with payments regulations in the UK or EU Experience negotiating or managing complex transactions such as equity or debt financing Strategic thinker who can evaluate complex trade-offs to reach pragmatic implementable recommendations Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well in a fast-paced environment, without sacrificing attention to detail Comfortable managing complex stakeholder relationships including the board and internal and external executives and regulatory authorities. Comfort working in English, either as a first language or business fluent second language Nice to have: Exposure to work in an international environment Experience working with debt financing or securitisation structures French speaking Interview Process Intro, company fit and run through career history with the Talent team - 30-45 minutes - Video Call Technical, competency and team fit interview with the CEO - 60 minutes - Video Call Case Study - Prepare a customer review and present to the CEO and another member of leadership team - 60 minutes - Video Call Meet the team and Co Founder - Circa 90 minutes - Face 2 Face What's in it for you? We're offering the chance to really make a difference to Hokodo and the wider B2B payments and e-commerce industry. The opportunity for personal growth in a fast-moving startup is massive. Your opinion and feedback will be heard and valued. You'll feel a part of a very special team. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including share options. Share Options ️ Holiday entitlement : 25 days + bank holidays Annual Learning and Development budget ️ Globetrotter travel policy: Spend up to 60 days abroad each calendar year Health Insurance Taking well being seriously: Access to qualified therapist, confidentially via video or chat through Spill Enhanced Parental Leave Yearly offsites and other company socials: Previously, we have been to Malta & Majorca , as well as regular meetups in London, Paris and Lithuania . Pension: (we know this is not really a benefit - but we get asked a lot about pension contributions) Employer contribution of 3% and individual contribution of 5% based on qualified earnings. Our values Hokodo is more than a place to work. We're passionate about making our industry better and aren't afraid of the competition. We pride ourselves on our culture of down to earth employees who are always willing to go the extra mile to help each other out! Own the Outcome - We're committed to our tasks, and take pride in the outcome. It's never "not my job". We are bold, we are brave, and we embrace change in all its forms. Trust and Build Trust - We are committed to earning and fostering trust through honest communication and deliberate actions. We support our team and value each other's time, input, and take local decisions where possible. Never Be Satisfied - We challenge the norms and act boldly, even if it means failing. We are reflective, always learn from our mistakes, and continuously seek feedback and ways to improve. When something's not quite right, we crave to fix it. We're open to being challenged, and challenge others openly. No Passion, No Point - We bring passion and energy to everything we do. We get a lot done, and we have a good time doing it. We take every opportunity to celebrate our hard work, our wins - and some of our failures too! Be Genuine (No BS) - We are truthful and honest in our actions. We embrace and respect our individuality and encourage people to speak their mind. We are transparent and committed to doing what's best for each other, our customers and our company. Put simply, we care . Don't tick all of the boxes? Neither do we. We are driven by hiring not only by experience and relevance for the role but also our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. We celebrate anything 'outside of the box', so if you don't meet all of the listed tickbox criteria, please do still apply as we'd love to hear from you. The diversity of our team reflects the diversity of our community and customers. We not only welcome but celebrate diverse communities. We feel we have an empowering environment where everyone is supported and respected, and we want you to feel this too. We welcome new ideas, thinking and approaches and listen intently, and we are strongly committed to learning and improving on this as we grow.
Are you ready to power the World's connections? About Kong: Kong offers the leading API and service lifecycle management platform for modern software architectures. We power trillions of transactions daily for leading organizations through our end-to-end API platform. Our growing team of engineers and tech professionals work passionately to drive the future of API innovation and service control platforms to help our community and our customers stay at the forefront of technology and innovation. Kong is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by leading investors like Index Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Charles River Ventures and Tiger Global. About the role: We are looking for an experienced commercial and generalist lawyer to join as anearly member of Kong's legal team, responsible for helping support Kong's salesgrowth. In this role, you will be a trusted partner to the EMEA revenue teams. Youwill also have the opportunity to provide support to our APAC sales team until wehave a legal team member in that region. You will draft, structure and negotiatecustomer contracts with some of the world's biggest brands in financial services,technology, e-commerce and other industries. You will be called on to assess legaland business risks, make sound decisions, and provide advice on a broad range ofissues in areas such as SaaS, privacy, security, alliances, open-source softwareand intellectual property, and assist with other issues as they come up. You will also partner with the wider Kong Legal team to address other corporate,compliance and other legal issues, and help develop scalable, global processes. You will report to Kong's Senior Director, Legal, EMEA and APAC, based inLondon, UK. We can hire in London, Paris, Germany or UK Remote What you will be doing: Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to Kong's EMEA sales team, Support our APAC sales team as needed Lead complex cross-border commercial transactions with sophisticated counterpartieslocated across Europe and APAC Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of other commercial agreements Help ensure compliance with a variety of laws and regulations impacting our enterprisesoftware and SaaS offerings, including intellectual property, privacy, security andgovernment contracting Partner with Finance, Sales Ops and Deal Ops to support the end-to-end contractnegotiation and close process Advise internal teams on legal matters and provide general commercial legal advice, aswell as providing training and enablement to our growing Go to Market organization And any additional challenges and tasks to help support Kong's growth What you'll bring: Law degree, and member in good standing in England and Wales, France or Sweden(international legal experience a huge plus) Minimum 4-6 years of experience practicing law both with a law firm and in-house(preferably with late-stage private and/or early-stage public technology companies) Demonstrated experience in negotiating and closing complex software and SaaScontracts with large, sophisticated customers Great judgment, and an ability to build and maintain strong professional relationshipswithin the company, with customers, and others Working knowledge of intellectual property, data governance and privacy matters High professional and personal standards, and a commitment to inclusiveness Attention to detail and an ability to view legal issues within the context of businessobjectives A passion for team work and customer success - at Kong we win together and work asone Team A sense of humour! What is a Konger? We are a group of makers, thinkers, and doers focused on helping today's developers build tomorrow's technology. Our teams work on the bleeding edge of API innovation to provide our users with a central nervous system for data and services. We put design at the heart of everything we do, and we're relentlessly focused on creating beautiful experiences for our customers. That's why technology companies, major banks, e-commerce innovators, and government agencies put Kong in front of their most important web applications. We believe in the power of Open Source and everything it stands for. That's why developers around the world enthusiastically contribute on top of our open-source platform. We are passionate about solving challenges that will fundamentally shape the future of technology, and we're looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you believe in taking ownership of your work, making an impact, and having fun along the way, we would love to talk to you.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Are you ready to power the World's connections? About Kong: Kong offers the leading API and service lifecycle management platform for modern software architectures. We power trillions of transactions daily for leading organizations through our end-to-end API platform. Our growing team of engineers and tech professionals work passionately to drive the future of API innovation and service control platforms to help our community and our customers stay at the forefront of technology and innovation. Kong is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by leading investors like Index Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Charles River Ventures and Tiger Global. About the role: We are looking for an experienced commercial and generalist lawyer to join as anearly member of Kong's legal team, responsible for helping support Kong's salesgrowth. In this role, you will be a trusted partner to the EMEA revenue teams. Youwill also have the opportunity to provide support to our APAC sales team until wehave a legal team member in that region. You will draft, structure and negotiatecustomer contracts with some of the world's biggest brands in financial services,technology, e-commerce and other industries. You will be called on to assess legaland business risks, make sound decisions, and provide advice on a broad range ofissues in areas such as SaaS, privacy, security, alliances, open-source softwareand intellectual property, and assist with other issues as they come up. You will also partner with the wider Kong Legal team to address other corporate,compliance and other legal issues, and help develop scalable, global processes. You will report to Kong's Senior Director, Legal, EMEA and APAC, based inLondon, UK. We can hire in London, Paris, Germany or UK Remote What you will be doing: Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to Kong's EMEA sales team, Support our APAC sales team as needed Lead complex cross-border commercial transactions with sophisticated counterpartieslocated across Europe and APAC Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of other commercial agreements Help ensure compliance with a variety of laws and regulations impacting our enterprisesoftware and SaaS offerings, including intellectual property, privacy, security andgovernment contracting Partner with Finance, Sales Ops and Deal Ops to support the end-to-end contractnegotiation and close process Advise internal teams on legal matters and provide general commercial legal advice, aswell as providing training and enablement to our growing Go to Market organization And any additional challenges and tasks to help support Kong's growth What you'll bring: Law degree, and member in good standing in England and Wales, France or Sweden(international legal experience a huge plus) Minimum 4-6 years of experience practicing law both with a law firm and in-house(preferably with late-stage private and/or early-stage public technology companies) Demonstrated experience in negotiating and closing complex software and SaaScontracts with large, sophisticated customers Great judgment, and an ability to build and maintain strong professional relationshipswithin the company, with customers, and others Working knowledge of intellectual property, data governance and privacy matters High professional and personal standards, and a commitment to inclusiveness Attention to detail and an ability to view legal issues within the context of businessobjectives A passion for team work and customer success - at Kong we win together and work asone Team A sense of humour! What is a Konger? We are a group of makers, thinkers, and doers focused on helping today's developers build tomorrow's technology. Our teams work on the bleeding edge of API innovation to provide our users with a central nervous system for data and services. We put design at the heart of everything we do, and we're relentlessly focused on creating beautiful experiences for our customers. That's why technology companies, major banks, e-commerce innovators, and government agencies put Kong in front of their most important web applications. We believe in the power of Open Source and everything it stands for. That's why developers around the world enthusiastically contribute on top of our open-source platform. We are passionate about solving challenges that will fundamentally shape the future of technology, and we're looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you believe in taking ownership of your work, making an impact, and having fun along the way, we would love to talk to you.
Head of Information Services page is loaded Head of Information Services Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100780 The role: We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Information Services to join our recently created Knowledge Management team here at Simmons & Simmons. The successful candidate will be tasked with steering the overarching strategy, resourcing, development and delivery of research and library services in alignment with the business needs of the firm. This is a full time role, however we will consider candidates looking for part time hours on a case by case basis. What will you do: Oversee the strategy, direction and resourcing of the international Information Services team, ensuring that the team: delivers a premium legal and business research enquiry service. provides a range of advanced research skills training on research methodologies and the use of research tools. maintains the firm's physical resources and consistent access to online materials. delivers a robust current awareness service that encompasses legal updates, regulatory shifts, competitive insights, and business intelligence. Manage the provision and resourcing of key services within the department. Oversee Information Services related to practice and sector areas, collaborating with lawyers, Professional Support Lawyers and business services professionals. Ensure the team stays abreast of new technology developments (including contributing to, and testing) to ensure that the team takes advantage of (rather than be impacted by) new technologies available in the market. Input into research product decision-making and trial/pilot evaluation, training and marketing of research products to lawyers. Assist with research and enquiries from lawyers, utilising various business and legal information sources. Promote Information Services, ensuring effective utilisation of research resources and libraries through training and user guides. This includes overall oversight of the training programme provided to new UK trainees, lateral hire and partner orientations. Overall responsibility for the London library and any practice area libraries. Leadership of the international Information Services team, including identification of team training needs, supporting individual professional development and encouraging knowledge sharing within the team. Lead international Information Services team meetings and ensure cross-office collaboration on new initiatives. Foster a culture of collaboration, mentoring and knowledge sharing within the team. Duties or responsibilities may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changes in personnel and management structure, staff location or services. What we are looking for: Proven experience in leading an Information Services team, with exceptional people management skills and a collaborative approach. Experience in a research role within a law firm. In-depth knowledge of a range of international legal and business research databases and resources, functionality and content. Expert search capabilities; the ability to advise and mentor on research searching strategies. Experience in providing current awareness and alerting services within a professional services environment. A degree or postgraduate qualification in information or library studies. Advanced IT skills, particularly in MS Office suite. Competency in managing and maintaining library resources and library management systems. Here at Simmons & Simmons: Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone's voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You'll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering. We are proud to rank as a top 30 Employer for Working Families and a top 25 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections - including Damien Hurst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Equal opportunities: We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in the firm and to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in equality of opportunity, irrespective of race or ethnicity, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender re-assignment and gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity. This also includes any incidents of perceptive or associative discrimination and harassment. We ensure that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly during the recruitment and selection processes. At Simmons & Simmons we seek to attract and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, to create an exciting and rewarding place to work. We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us, should this be something you are interested in. If you're interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team . To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details. About Us Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. We're an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities. A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Head of Information Services page is loaded Head of Information Services Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100780 The role: We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Information Services to join our recently created Knowledge Management team here at Simmons & Simmons. The successful candidate will be tasked with steering the overarching strategy, resourcing, development and delivery of research and library services in alignment with the business needs of the firm. This is a full time role, however we will consider candidates looking for part time hours on a case by case basis. What will you do: Oversee the strategy, direction and resourcing of the international Information Services team, ensuring that the team: delivers a premium legal and business research enquiry service. provides a range of advanced research skills training on research methodologies and the use of research tools. maintains the firm's physical resources and consistent access to online materials. delivers a robust current awareness service that encompasses legal updates, regulatory shifts, competitive insights, and business intelligence. Manage the provision and resourcing of key services within the department. Oversee Information Services related to practice and sector areas, collaborating with lawyers, Professional Support Lawyers and business services professionals. Ensure the team stays abreast of new technology developments (including contributing to, and testing) to ensure that the team takes advantage of (rather than be impacted by) new technologies available in the market. Input into research product decision-making and trial/pilot evaluation, training and marketing of research products to lawyers. Assist with research and enquiries from lawyers, utilising various business and legal information sources. Promote Information Services, ensuring effective utilisation of research resources and libraries through training and user guides. This includes overall oversight of the training programme provided to new UK trainees, lateral hire and partner orientations. Overall responsibility for the London library and any practice area libraries. Leadership of the international Information Services team, including identification of team training needs, supporting individual professional development and encouraging knowledge sharing within the team. Lead international Information Services team meetings and ensure cross-office collaboration on new initiatives. Foster a culture of collaboration, mentoring and knowledge sharing within the team. Duties or responsibilities may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changes in personnel and management structure, staff location or services. What we are looking for: Proven experience in leading an Information Services team, with exceptional people management skills and a collaborative approach. Experience in a research role within a law firm. In-depth knowledge of a range of international legal and business research databases and resources, functionality and content. Expert search capabilities; the ability to advise and mentor on research searching strategies. Experience in providing current awareness and alerting services within a professional services environment. A degree or postgraduate qualification in information or library studies. Advanced IT skills, particularly in MS Office suite. Competency in managing and maintaining library resources and library management systems. Here at Simmons & Simmons: Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone's voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You'll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering. We are proud to rank as a top 30 Employer for Working Families and a top 25 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections - including Damien Hurst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Equal opportunities: We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in the firm and to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in equality of opportunity, irrespective of race or ethnicity, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender re-assignment and gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity. This also includes any incidents of perceptive or associative discrimination and harassment. We ensure that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly during the recruitment and selection processes. At Simmons & Simmons we seek to attract and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, to create an exciting and rewarding place to work. We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us, should this be something you are interested in. If you're interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team . To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details. About Us Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. We're an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities. A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.
The Head of Legal manages and provides leadership to the CGT Catapult legal team who advise on a wide range of contractual and legal matters. The Head of Legal will take the lead on negotiations of contract wording to ensure that the interests of CGT Catapult are protected and that the agreed commercial position is correctly positioned in contracts to ensure that CGT Catapult can meet the contractual obligations it enters into. The Head of Legal will work with the senior Business Development team to ensure that precedent documents and negotiated agreements meet the needs of CGT Catapult. This is a wide ranging role covering many aspects of legal practice. The Head of Legal will be expected to provide advice in a wide variety of contractual situations for example property leases, collaboration agreements, clinical trial agreements, intellectual property licenses, sales terms and conditions. As such the candidate needs a broad knowledge of contract law along with an interest in expanding their working knowledge in many diverse areas of legal practice such as Subsidy Control, where appropriate. The Head of Legal will be the "go to" legal expert within CGT Catapult and will manage our interactions with external legal counsel. As part of the Business Development, Legal, and IP group, the Head of Legal will participate in regular meetings to provide information and recommendations on strategic business decisions. Key Accountabilities: Heading up and managing the Legal group at CGT Catapult. Managing our relationship with external legal counsel. Advising the company on a broad range of legal matters. Working closely with all business streams, including the business development team, IP, Technology and Process Innovation (TPI) team, the CGT Catapult Manufacturing Innovation Centres (Braintree and Stevenage), Skills, Clinical Adoption, the CGT Catapult Edinburgh facility, and any other CGT Catapult group to deliver legal agreements that enable and protect the business arrangements required. Provision of Company Secretarial services to the CGT Catapult Board (currently outsourced). Accountable for Data Protection policies within the organization performing the role of Data Protection Officer. Interaction with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Experience: Demonstrable skills in handling a diverse range of legal matters. 5+ years working in house or in private practice with life science/biotechnology/healthcare companies is essential. Broad experience of leading negotiations of contractual terms. Experience of legal and IP issues that can arise when drafting R&D based agreements such as chain of title to IP rights and the enforceability of such contracts. Involvement in corporate issues and legal requirements facing new start-up organisations such and company secretarial and constitutional matters. Highly motivated, pragmatic and practical to support the mission of the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult to accelerate the development of a commercial cell and gene-based therapy industry in the UK. Desire to establish a high profile career within cell and gene sector and the personal drive to help push the sector to be a commercial success. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Skilled negotiator. Ambitious, collaborative, driven. Ability to quickly interpret and discuss complex legal matters. Ability to work quickly and accurately with limited supervision along with the experience to realise when to seek advice from external counsel. Resilient, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work whilst dealing with a high workload, changing priorities and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail. Proven ability to engage constructively with colleagues at all levels across the Company to deliver objectives and to respond to a wide range of customer and management needs. Ability to quickly establish credibility, build rapport and trust. Proven diplomacy skills with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders. Strong influencing and leadership skills. Understands influencing, stakeholder management and negotiation strategies. High degree of motivation, problem solving skills and innovative thinking. A positive attitude towards learning, personal and professional development. Keeps up to date with professional knowledge, expertise and best practice.
May 05, 2024
Full time
The Head of Legal manages and provides leadership to the CGT Catapult legal team who advise on a wide range of contractual and legal matters. The Head of Legal will take the lead on negotiations of contract wording to ensure that the interests of CGT Catapult are protected and that the agreed commercial position is correctly positioned in contracts to ensure that CGT Catapult can meet the contractual obligations it enters into. The Head of Legal will work with the senior Business Development team to ensure that precedent documents and negotiated agreements meet the needs of CGT Catapult. This is a wide ranging role covering many aspects of legal practice. The Head of Legal will be expected to provide advice in a wide variety of contractual situations for example property leases, collaboration agreements, clinical trial agreements, intellectual property licenses, sales terms and conditions. As such the candidate needs a broad knowledge of contract law along with an interest in expanding their working knowledge in many diverse areas of legal practice such as Subsidy Control, where appropriate. The Head of Legal will be the "go to" legal expert within CGT Catapult and will manage our interactions with external legal counsel. As part of the Business Development, Legal, and IP group, the Head of Legal will participate in regular meetings to provide information and recommendations on strategic business decisions. Key Accountabilities: Heading up and managing the Legal group at CGT Catapult. Managing our relationship with external legal counsel. Advising the company on a broad range of legal matters. Working closely with all business streams, including the business development team, IP, Technology and Process Innovation (TPI) team, the CGT Catapult Manufacturing Innovation Centres (Braintree and Stevenage), Skills, Clinical Adoption, the CGT Catapult Edinburgh facility, and any other CGT Catapult group to deliver legal agreements that enable and protect the business arrangements required. Provision of Company Secretarial services to the CGT Catapult Board (currently outsourced). Accountable for Data Protection policies within the organization performing the role of Data Protection Officer. Interaction with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Experience: Demonstrable skills in handling a diverse range of legal matters. 5+ years working in house or in private practice with life science/biotechnology/healthcare companies is essential. Broad experience of leading negotiations of contractual terms. Experience of legal and IP issues that can arise when drafting R&D based agreements such as chain of title to IP rights and the enforceability of such contracts. Involvement in corporate issues and legal requirements facing new start-up organisations such and company secretarial and constitutional matters. Highly motivated, pragmatic and practical to support the mission of the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult to accelerate the development of a commercial cell and gene-based therapy industry in the UK. Desire to establish a high profile career within cell and gene sector and the personal drive to help push the sector to be a commercial success. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Skilled negotiator. Ambitious, collaborative, driven. Ability to quickly interpret and discuss complex legal matters. Ability to work quickly and accurately with limited supervision along with the experience to realise when to seek advice from external counsel. Resilient, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work whilst dealing with a high workload, changing priorities and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail. Proven ability to engage constructively with colleagues at all levels across the Company to deliver objectives and to respond to a wide range of customer and management needs. Ability to quickly establish credibility, build rapport and trust. Proven diplomacy skills with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders. Strong influencing and leadership skills. Understands influencing, stakeholder management and negotiation strategies. High degree of motivation, problem solving skills and innovative thinking. A positive attitude towards learning, personal and professional development. Keeps up to date with professional knowledge, expertise and best practice.
A prestigious national practice situated in the heart of London is seeking a skilled Real Estate Solicitor to join their esteemed team, offering a chance to engage with some of the UK's largest telecom clients. As a dedicated Real Estate Solicitor, you will be at the forefront of an industry undergoing rapid expansion and innovation. This role promises not just a job, but a career trajectory that is both intellectually stimulating and professionally rewarding. The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative work environment, where expertise is shared and achievements are collectively celebrated. The firm prides itself on providing a supportive atmosphere that fosters personal growth and professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, the practice offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work-life balance and well-being. You will also gain access to cutting-edge resources and continuous learning opportunities to ensure you stay ahead in the legal field. Candidates should possess a robust understanding of real estate law, with a proven track record in the legal sector. Experience within the telecoms industry, although highly advantageous, is not a prerequisite. The role demands a sharp legal mind, excellent negotiation skills, and a meticulous attention to detail. The ability to manage a diverse caseload while maintaining the highest standards of client service is essential. A qualification as a Solicitor in England and Wales, coupled with a strong academic background, is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team. If you are a Real Estate Solicitor ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role within a forward-thinking practice, this position promises to be a significant step in your career. For more information or to make an application, please contact Gishan Abeyratne at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
May 05, 2024
Full time
A prestigious national practice situated in the heart of London is seeking a skilled Real Estate Solicitor to join their esteemed team, offering a chance to engage with some of the UK's largest telecom clients. As a dedicated Real Estate Solicitor, you will be at the forefront of an industry undergoing rapid expansion and innovation. This role promises not just a job, but a career trajectory that is both intellectually stimulating and professionally rewarding. The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative work environment, where expertise is shared and achievements are collectively celebrated. The firm prides itself on providing a supportive atmosphere that fosters personal growth and professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, the practice offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work-life balance and well-being. You will also gain access to cutting-edge resources and continuous learning opportunities to ensure you stay ahead in the legal field. Candidates should possess a robust understanding of real estate law, with a proven track record in the legal sector. Experience within the telecoms industry, although highly advantageous, is not a prerequisite. The role demands a sharp legal mind, excellent negotiation skills, and a meticulous attention to detail. The ability to manage a diverse caseload while maintaining the highest standards of client service is essential. A qualification as a Solicitor in England and Wales, coupled with a strong academic background, is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team. If you are a Real Estate Solicitor ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role within a forward-thinking practice, this position promises to be a significant step in your career. For more information or to make an application, please contact Gishan Abeyratne at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Davies and Partners Solicitors
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Location: The successful candidate will be based in the Gloucester office. Salary: Competitive Contract: Full time, Permanent Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years experience. It has a national reputation for excellence and strength in depth in a wide selection of legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in London, Birmingham, Devon, Bristol and Gloucester. Reporting to Head of Department. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND PURPOSE A Post Completion Paralegal in the Residential New Homes Department to assist with post completion requirements of the Department and to provide support to the Post Completion Team Leader. MAIN DUTIES To exhibit flexibility, particularly during peak times of the year; To review clients documents before submission to the Land Registry; Submit AP1s to the Land Registry; Update lender portals with OS2s and when AP1s have been submitted; To handle any requisitions that arise and liaising with third parties where necessary; Update lenders, including portals, on delayed registrations when requested; Submit OS2 searches on any cancelled application to protect lenders interest; Update the completions spreadsheet on OneDrive; To submit registrations to the NHBC/LABC etc obtain the insurance certificates and send to client (and lender if necessary); To send completed documents to clients, lenders and HTB where applicable; Ensure NHBC Certificates and OCEs/Filed Plans are stored electronically on DPS. To ensure that all balances are clear on completed matters; To archive completed matters; Dealing with post completion queries from clients; Dealing with old matter queries; The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Your job title does not define or limit your duties and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities from time to time at our request. As part of our compliance procedures, applicants are asked to note that: references will be followed up; all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily; proof of identity and (where applicable) qualifications will be required; reference requests will ask specifically whetherthe applicant ever been subject to any proceedings/complaints initiated by the Law Society or any other professional body. appropriate suitability checks may be required prior to confirmation of appointment. This role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role will require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. You may have experience in the following: Post-Completion Coordinator, Residential Property Paralegal, Conveyancing Assistant, Property Administrator, New Homes Legal Assistant, Post-Completion Specialist, Property Transactions Clerk, Residential Conveyancing Officer, etc. REF- JBRP1_UKTJ
May 05, 2024
Full time
Location: The successful candidate will be based in the Gloucester office. Salary: Competitive Contract: Full time, Permanent Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years experience. It has a national reputation for excellence and strength in depth in a wide selection of legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in London, Birmingham, Devon, Bristol and Gloucester. Reporting to Head of Department. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND PURPOSE A Post Completion Paralegal in the Residential New Homes Department to assist with post completion requirements of the Department and to provide support to the Post Completion Team Leader. MAIN DUTIES To exhibit flexibility, particularly during peak times of the year; To review clients documents before submission to the Land Registry; Submit AP1s to the Land Registry; Update lender portals with OS2s and when AP1s have been submitted; To handle any requisitions that arise and liaising with third parties where necessary; Update lenders, including portals, on delayed registrations when requested; Submit OS2 searches on any cancelled application to protect lenders interest; Update the completions spreadsheet on OneDrive; To submit registrations to the NHBC/LABC etc obtain the insurance certificates and send to client (and lender if necessary); To send completed documents to clients, lenders and HTB where applicable; Ensure NHBC Certificates and OCEs/Filed Plans are stored electronically on DPS. To ensure that all balances are clear on completed matters; To archive completed matters; Dealing with post completion queries from clients; Dealing with old matter queries; The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Your job title does not define or limit your duties and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities from time to time at our request. As part of our compliance procedures, applicants are asked to note that: references will be followed up; all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily; proof of identity and (where applicable) qualifications will be required; reference requests will ask specifically whetherthe applicant ever been subject to any proceedings/complaints initiated by the Law Society or any other professional body. appropriate suitability checks may be required prior to confirmation of appointment. This role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role will require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. You may have experience in the following: Post-Completion Coordinator, Residential Property Paralegal, Conveyancing Assistant, Property Administrator, New Homes Legal Assistant, Post-Completion Specialist, Property Transactions Clerk, Residential Conveyancing Officer, etc. REF- JBRP1_UKTJ
Our client, a Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire law firm. have been providing a service to clients for over 100 years. they are constantly investing their our people and infrastructure to ensure they are a leading law firm in todays market. Their position as a pre-eminent private client firm has been strengthened in the last few years by a growing reputation for helping clients with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. You will need: Law Degree (or equivalent); LPC qualification - Legal Executive qualification 3 - 6 years PQE as a solicitor or legal executive or equivalent experience as a personal injury legal advisor within a law firm Excellent IT and case management skills including Word/ Outlook and Excel Previous experience of working with case management systems will be an advantage Be able to present a professional image at all times to clients and collaborators Socially confident with good written and oral communication skills Location: Lincoln Hours: Monday-Friday, 9-5.30pm Capacity to up-skill with training Salary: 40-60k Additional Benefits: Company-wide bonus scheme - dependent company profitable 25 days annual leaveplus bank holidays Staff discount Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme Benefit platform membership Life Assurance Flexible working Description They are inThe Legal 500, Clients Guide to the Best Law Firms, and currently looking for a candidate with 3-6 years PQE as a solicitor, legal executive or a someone with equivalent experience as a personal injury legal advisor, in order to run a busy caseload of personal injury cases, ranging from taking new instructions through to trial or settlement of litigated cases. This rolewill be based predominantly in their Lincoln office with flexibility to work from home part time after successful completion of a probationary period. Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: To manage all client work allocated by the Head of Department. To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and oncosts. Exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner. To achieve set performance targets. Ensure the confidentiality and security of all of the firms and client documentation and information. To maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel of the firm. To ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organisations. Experience Required Law Degree (or equivalent); LPC qualification; Legal Executive qualification. 3 - 6 years PQE as a solicitor or legal executive or equivalent experience as a personal injury legal advisor within a law firm. Excellent IT and case management skills, including Word, Outlook, and Excel. Previous experience of working with case management systems will be an advantage. Be able to present a professional image at all times to clients and collaborators. Socially confident with good written and oral communication skills. Hardworking and able to work to tight deadlines. Benefits include: Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualification and experience Bonus Scheme 25 days annual leave Staff discount Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme Benefit platform membership Life Assurance Flexible working JBRP1_UKTJ
May 05, 2024
Full time
Our client, a Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire law firm. have been providing a service to clients for over 100 years. they are constantly investing their our people and infrastructure to ensure they are a leading law firm in todays market. Their position as a pre-eminent private client firm has been strengthened in the last few years by a growing reputation for helping clients with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. You will need: Law Degree (or equivalent); LPC qualification - Legal Executive qualification 3 - 6 years PQE as a solicitor or legal executive or equivalent experience as a personal injury legal advisor within a law firm Excellent IT and case management skills including Word/ Outlook and Excel Previous experience of working with case management systems will be an advantage Be able to present a professional image at all times to clients and collaborators Socially confident with good written and oral communication skills Location: Lincoln Hours: Monday-Friday, 9-5.30pm Capacity to up-skill with training Salary: 40-60k Additional Benefits: Company-wide bonus scheme - dependent company profitable 25 days annual leaveplus bank holidays Staff discount Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme Benefit platform membership Life Assurance Flexible working Description They are inThe Legal 500, Clients Guide to the Best Law Firms, and currently looking for a candidate with 3-6 years PQE as a solicitor, legal executive or a someone with equivalent experience as a personal injury legal advisor, in order to run a busy caseload of personal injury cases, ranging from taking new instructions through to trial or settlement of litigated cases. This rolewill be based predominantly in their Lincoln office with flexibility to work from home part time after successful completion of a probationary period. Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: To manage all client work allocated by the Head of Department. To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and oncosts. Exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner. To achieve set performance targets. Ensure the confidentiality and security of all of the firms and client documentation and information. To maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel of the firm. To ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organisations. Experience Required Law Degree (or equivalent); LPC qualification; Legal Executive qualification. 3 - 6 years PQE as a solicitor or legal executive or equivalent experience as a personal injury legal advisor within a law firm. Excellent IT and case management skills, including Word, Outlook, and Excel. Previous experience of working with case management systems will be an advantage. Be able to present a professional image at all times to clients and collaborators. Socially confident with good written and oral communication skills. Hardworking and able to work to tight deadlines. Benefits include: Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualification and experience Bonus Scheme 25 days annual leave Staff discount Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme Benefit platform membership Life Assurance Flexible working JBRP1_UKTJ
Simmons Adaptive - Interim Prudential Regulatory Lawyer page is loaded Simmons Adaptive - Interim Prudential Regulatory Lawyer Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100794 About Us Simmons & Simmons Adaptive: Clients today need flexible resourcing solutions to meet the changing demands of the marketplace. Simmons & Simmons has always been willing to adapt and embrace new forms of service delivery to meet changing client demands. Simmons Adaptive is a flexible resourcing solution to meet client requirements at the same high quality you expect from Simmons & Simmons. We understand that our firm is equal only to the strengths of our people and place great emphasis on recruiting and retaining staff who meet our high standards. As an Adaptive consultant, you will be fully supported by the Simmons & Simmons team with a sponsoring Partner and a client team with whom we would encourage you to engage on a regular basis. You will have access to the firm's resources and Know-how and have the opportunity to be involved in training and development at the Firm. Simmons Adaptive is the flexible resourcing team for leading international law firm, Simmons & Simmons. For additional information on the firm, please visit . Main purpose of the role: Simmons Adaptive are keen to hear from Interim Lawyers with experience in Prudential Regulatory to join our client, a global financial services firm for a minimum of a 6 month contract. This role sits within a team of 15, led by the Head of Corporate and Treasury Legal and works closely with one other Prudential Regulatory Lawyer as well as external counsel. As the Prudential Regulatory Lawyer, you will be responsible for managing the transactions and execution of prudential regulations, including capital interpretations, analysis, and reviewing policies. The candidate will add legal challenge to existing interpretations by the business. Person specification: You are a qualified lawyer, with training from a top tier law firm. You will have strong prudential regulation experience You will have strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate complex analysis in a clear and concise manner. You can work autonomously but can also collaborate as part of the wider team. You will be required to hold the relevant right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Why you should join Simmons Adaptive: You will have access to high-quality roles and work within Simmons & Simmons' market-leading clients You'll have support from a Simmons & Simmons 'sponsor Partner' whilst on external assignment You will be given access to the Firms' resources and Know-how when on assignment We will invite you to our in-person and virtual networking events exclusively for Adaptive consultants, along with firmwide webinars and events You will have the backing of a leading international law firm. Equal opportunities: We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in the firm and to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in equality of opportunity regardless of race or racial group (including colour, nationality, ethnicity, national origins), religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender re-assignment and gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity. This also includes any incidents of perceptive or associative discrimination and harassment. At Simmons & Simmons we seek to attract and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, to create an exciting and rewarding place to work. We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us, should this be something you are interested in. Background screening: All recruits of Simmons & Simmons will be required to go through our background screening process. Depending on the position you apply for this may include a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) certificate. We undertake not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a DBS certificate on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. The firm's policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request. Similar Jobs (13) Simmons Adaptive - Interim Company Secretary & Governance Consultant locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Simmons Adaptive - Interim Employment Consultant locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Simmons Adaptive - Interim Data Privacy Consultant locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. We're an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities. A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Simmons Adaptive - Interim Prudential Regulatory Lawyer page is loaded Simmons Adaptive - Interim Prudential Regulatory Lawyer Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100794 About Us Simmons & Simmons Adaptive: Clients today need flexible resourcing solutions to meet the changing demands of the marketplace. Simmons & Simmons has always been willing to adapt and embrace new forms of service delivery to meet changing client demands. Simmons Adaptive is a flexible resourcing solution to meet client requirements at the same high quality you expect from Simmons & Simmons. We understand that our firm is equal only to the strengths of our people and place great emphasis on recruiting and retaining staff who meet our high standards. As an Adaptive consultant, you will be fully supported by the Simmons & Simmons team with a sponsoring Partner and a client team with whom we would encourage you to engage on a regular basis. You will have access to the firm's resources and Know-how and have the opportunity to be involved in training and development at the Firm. Simmons Adaptive is the flexible resourcing team for leading international law firm, Simmons & Simmons. For additional information on the firm, please visit . Main purpose of the role: Simmons Adaptive are keen to hear from Interim Lawyers with experience in Prudential Regulatory to join our client, a global financial services firm for a minimum of a 6 month contract. This role sits within a team of 15, led by the Head of Corporate and Treasury Legal and works closely with one other Prudential Regulatory Lawyer as well as external counsel. As the Prudential Regulatory Lawyer, you will be responsible for managing the transactions and execution of prudential regulations, including capital interpretations, analysis, and reviewing policies. The candidate will add legal challenge to existing interpretations by the business. Person specification: You are a qualified lawyer, with training from a top tier law firm. You will have strong prudential regulation experience You will have strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate complex analysis in a clear and concise manner. You can work autonomously but can also collaborate as part of the wider team. You will be required to hold the relevant right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Why you should join Simmons Adaptive: You will have access to high-quality roles and work within Simmons & Simmons' market-leading clients You'll have support from a Simmons & Simmons 'sponsor Partner' whilst on external assignment You will be given access to the Firms' resources and Know-how when on assignment We will invite you to our in-person and virtual networking events exclusively for Adaptive consultants, along with firmwide webinars and events You will have the backing of a leading international law firm. Equal opportunities: We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in the firm and to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in equality of opportunity regardless of race or racial group (including colour, nationality, ethnicity, national origins), religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender re-assignment and gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity. This also includes any incidents of perceptive or associative discrimination and harassment. At Simmons & Simmons we seek to attract and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, to create an exciting and rewarding place to work. We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us, should this be something you are interested in. Background screening: All recruits of Simmons & Simmons will be required to go through our background screening process. Depending on the position you apply for this may include a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) certificate. We undertake not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a DBS certificate on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. The firm's policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request. Similar Jobs (13) Simmons Adaptive - Interim Company Secretary & Governance Consultant locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Simmons Adaptive - Interim Employment Consultant locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Simmons Adaptive - Interim Data Privacy Consultant locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. We're an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities. A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Nillion is a secure computation network that is fundamentally changing the way high-value data is stored and used throughout the world. Processing transactions via blockchain was the tip of the iceberg of what information and industries, decentralized technology and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) can impact. The Nillion network expands these technologies into new use cases and verticals like AI, biometric data, health data, voting, consumer data and more. As reported by TechCrunch, Nillion in the midst of the bear market of 2022 raised the highest valuation for a Seed Round reported in Q4-2022. The project has attracted some of the top talent in tech, including the Founder of Indiegogo (Slava Rubin), Associate General Counsel of Coinbase (Lindsay Danas Cohen), Co-Founder of Hedera Hashgraph (Andrew Masanto) and several other high profile team members . The ideal General Counsel will be a leader who is adaptable, innovative, and capable of navigating the complexities of an evolving technological and regulatory landscape, with experience in all aspects of corporate, commercial, tax, and labor law, with excellent blockchain, crypto, or Web3 track record. Serving as the initial point of contact for internal legal operations inquiries. Managing and overseeing all contractual agreements involving employees, advisors, and vendors, including handling advisor and consultant contractual renewals. Providing comprehensive support to the General Counsel and the executive team to ensure a cohesive legal strategy. Conducting the first review of critical information about the company, including external communications. Broadening and maintaining the legal policy framework, ensuring compliance and keeping practices current. Managing KYC/KYB initiatives and processes, both internal and external Managing legal overheads and contracts. Managing contracts, employment/consulting documents, and bespoke arrangements. Maintaining and overseeing privacy and security policies. Manage corporate matters, including recording and managing board minutes and resolutions. Overseeing vendor contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Overseeing employees' and contractors' contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Essential Skills and Qualifications Qualified EU Lawyer with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in European jurisdictions. Experience or knowledge with blockchain, crypto, or Web3 is a must (with based in the EU) European National from any country of the member states. Expertise in commercial, labor, and corporate law Proven international experience in startups and scale-ups multi-jurisdiction in Europe Proven ability to operate effectively in an international business environment. Strong understanding of diverse legal frameworks and international experience. Excellent English communication; additional European languages are beneficial. Exceptional communication skills and ability to manage relationships at all levels. Exceptional attention to detail in written contracts and external communications Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative approach to legal challenges. Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment. Ability to work cross-functionally with a globally distributed team. Demonstrated experience working in Startups or hyper-growth organizations. Proven experience in international operations and environments. Nice to have Experience with U.S. legal practices is a significant advantage. Other European languages rather than English Competitive compensation package. Make a big impact as an early contributor to an incredible founding team. Work closely with our top thought leader in the industry. Work on new problems in an incredibly emerging and dynamic field. Learn from experts in a mentorship-oriented work culture. You don't need to be in an office or at a desk to have an impact anymore! We are fully remote but value regular meet-ups. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Nillion is a secure computation network that is fundamentally changing the way high-value data is stored and used throughout the world. Processing transactions via blockchain was the tip of the iceberg of what information and industries, decentralized technology and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) can impact. The Nillion network expands these technologies into new use cases and verticals like AI, biometric data, health data, voting, consumer data and more. As reported by TechCrunch, Nillion in the midst of the bear market of 2022 raised the highest valuation for a Seed Round reported in Q4-2022. The project has attracted some of the top talent in tech, including the Founder of Indiegogo (Slava Rubin), Associate General Counsel of Coinbase (Lindsay Danas Cohen), Co-Founder of Hedera Hashgraph (Andrew Masanto) and several other high profile team members . The ideal General Counsel will be a leader who is adaptable, innovative, and capable of navigating the complexities of an evolving technological and regulatory landscape, with experience in all aspects of corporate, commercial, tax, and labor law, with excellent blockchain, crypto, or Web3 track record. Serving as the initial point of contact for internal legal operations inquiries. Managing and overseeing all contractual agreements involving employees, advisors, and vendors, including handling advisor and consultant contractual renewals. Providing comprehensive support to the General Counsel and the executive team to ensure a cohesive legal strategy. Conducting the first review of critical information about the company, including external communications. Broadening and maintaining the legal policy framework, ensuring compliance and keeping practices current. Managing KYC/KYB initiatives and processes, both internal and external Managing legal overheads and contracts. Managing contracts, employment/consulting documents, and bespoke arrangements. Maintaining and overseeing privacy and security policies. Manage corporate matters, including recording and managing board minutes and resolutions. Overseeing vendor contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Overseeing employees' and contractors' contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Essential Skills and Qualifications Qualified EU Lawyer with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in European jurisdictions. Experience or knowledge with blockchain, crypto, or Web3 is a must (with based in the EU) European National from any country of the member states. Expertise in commercial, labor, and corporate law Proven international experience in startups and scale-ups multi-jurisdiction in Europe Proven ability to operate effectively in an international business environment. Strong understanding of diverse legal frameworks and international experience. Excellent English communication; additional European languages are beneficial. Exceptional communication skills and ability to manage relationships at all levels. Exceptional attention to detail in written contracts and external communications Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative approach to legal challenges. Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment. Ability to work cross-functionally with a globally distributed team. Demonstrated experience working in Startups or hyper-growth organizations. Proven experience in international operations and environments. Nice to have Experience with U.S. legal practices is a significant advantage. Other European languages rather than English Competitive compensation package. Make a big impact as an early contributor to an incredible founding team. Work closely with our top thought leader in the industry. Work on new problems in an incredibly emerging and dynamic field. Learn from experts in a mentorship-oriented work culture. You don't need to be in an office or at a desk to have an impact anymore! We are fully remote but value regular meet-ups. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. OVERVIEW The role will involve providing legal advice on all aspects of commercial contracting across BDO's business areas and helping client facing teams across the Firm win and deliver client engagements within acceptable risk parameters. The role will also involve assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial - Legal in delivering legal strategic priorities. The role is within the Legal Team, which is based at our London hub, and is for a fixed term of 6 months. RESPONSIBILITIES Leading the delivery of legal and risk management advice to BDO's partners and staff within designated business areas: reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements with clients across the firm's business Streams (Audit, Tax and Advisory - with a focus on Audit); advising client facing teams on the firm's legal position with respect to contract lifecycle events (variations, terminations, exit transitions etc.); critically evaluating risk and proposing mitigation measures where appropriate, finding innovative solutions to complex challenges; assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial and Head of Legal (General Counsel) to deliver corporate legal support and Legal Team priority projects; guiding /supervising less experienced lawyers and risk managers on complex contracts (master services agreements, framework agreements etc.); reviewing and negotiating supplier contracts and subcontracts when required; leading legal training and presentations to BDO's partners and staff; analysing legal and regulatory developments relevant to BDO's business, including GenAI, data protection and ESG requirements and ensuring BDO's contract policies, precedents and guidance are compliant with them; interpretation of legislation, case law, regulations and professional standards; and building strong working relationships across relevant business streams and practice management departments. REQUIREMENTS Essential: law degree; several years' post qualification experience in England and Wales or experience practising the laws of England and Wales; multiple years' experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting complex commercial contracts and transactional documentation; strong working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to confidently explain legal concepts to non-lawyers at a senior level; self-starter with ability to manage and prioritise own workload; and excellent attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm, technology business and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR) and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of drafting policies and guidance; experience of advising on ESG compliance and risk requirements; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS, reseller agreements etc.). You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. OVERVIEW The role will involve providing legal advice on all aspects of commercial contracting across BDO's business areas and helping client facing teams across the Firm win and deliver client engagements within acceptable risk parameters. The role will also involve assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial - Legal in delivering legal strategic priorities. The role is within the Legal Team, which is based at our London hub, and is for a fixed term of 6 months. RESPONSIBILITIES Leading the delivery of legal and risk management advice to BDO's partners and staff within designated business areas: reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements with clients across the firm's business Streams (Audit, Tax and Advisory - with a focus on Audit); advising client facing teams on the firm's legal position with respect to contract lifecycle events (variations, terminations, exit transitions etc.); critically evaluating risk and proposing mitigation measures where appropriate, finding innovative solutions to complex challenges; assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial and Head of Legal (General Counsel) to deliver corporate legal support and Legal Team priority projects; guiding /supervising less experienced lawyers and risk managers on complex contracts (master services agreements, framework agreements etc.); reviewing and negotiating supplier contracts and subcontracts when required; leading legal training and presentations to BDO's partners and staff; analysing legal and regulatory developments relevant to BDO's business, including GenAI, data protection and ESG requirements and ensuring BDO's contract policies, precedents and guidance are compliant with them; interpretation of legislation, case law, regulations and professional standards; and building strong working relationships across relevant business streams and practice management departments. REQUIREMENTS Essential: law degree; several years' post qualification experience in England and Wales or experience practising the laws of England and Wales; multiple years' experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting complex commercial contracts and transactional documentation; strong working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to confidently explain legal concepts to non-lawyers at a senior level; self-starter with ability to manage and prioritise own workload; and excellent attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm, technology business and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR) and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of drafting policies and guidance; experience of advising on ESG compliance and risk requirements; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS, reseller agreements etc.). You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, more freedom. And since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. With an arsenal of awesome products that span spending, saving, travel, transfers, investing, exchanging and more, we've helped 40+ million customers get more from their money. And we're not done yet. As we continue our lightning-fast growth, two things are essential to continuing our success: our people and our culture. We've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in recognition of our outstanding employee experience! So far, we have 10,000+ people working around the world, from our great offices or remotely, on our mission. And we're looking for more. We want brilliant people that love building great products, love redefining success, and love turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution. About the role The Legal team sits at the heart of Revolut and it's a very important part of the business. This lovely bunch supports all other Revolut teams, helping Revolut achieve its goals each and every day As a Senior Corporate Legal Counsel, you'll work closely with key company stakeholders on a day to day basis, advising on and driving a range of exciting and high-impact projects for Revolut. Ready to fly us to the moon? Let's get in touch. What you'll be doing Working closely with the Group General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and Head of Legal, Corporate to provide corporate and strategic advice Acting as a key adviser and partner to the CEO and Co-Founder, Nikolay Storonsky, the CFO, Board, C-Suite, Finance and Treasury functions, country CEOs, and more Managing transformational and complex projects and transactions for Revolut Leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders and counterparties, including Revolut's investors Working closely with the Head of Corporate Governance and the Governance team Developing and guiding a best-in-class Corporate Legal team, including designing processes necessary to scale for hyper-growth Overseeing and mentoring junior team members Excelling at leadership while also rolling your sleeves up and undertaking executional work What you'll need Fluency in English with excellent communication and interpersonal skills 7+ years PQE A current practising certificate from any country To be a technically excellent corporate lawyer Solid corporate experience as a private practice lawyer at a top law firm in a major financial centre Exceptional attention to detail while also operating on a strategic level A problem-solving, "Get it Done" mentality The ability to build open and trusting relationships across all levels of business, both inside and outside of Revolut The ability to work and drive matters independently as well as in a team Excellent academic credentials Building a global financial super app isn't enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that's why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We're not just doing this because it's the right thing to do. We're doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That's why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team. Refer to our Data Privacy Statement for Candidates for details on our data handling practices during your application. No ping pong tables or bean bag chairs, just benefits you actually want Get what you need to succeed Financial benefits that show we value your work Medical insurance for you and your close ones Flexibility to work from home, the office or abroad A free Revolut Metal subscription loaded with perks Exciting events year-round so you can get to know your team Revoluters always push through! We stopped listening to excuses a long time ago - we care about results. We believe that grit, determination, skill, smartness, and courage can break through almost any wall. Deliver WOW We love building great products, we love delighting our customers, we love turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution that truly solves customer needs. Dream Team We select, coach, and retain the top talent only and give them all the support to achieve greatness Never Settle Revolut is for those who always strive for excellence, for those who want to become the best in the world at what they do, for those who would never settle for less. Revolut is for 10x people. Think Deeper Logic, reason, and common sense prevail over everything else in decision making at Revolut. We are open-minded, we listen, and we are always in search of the truth.
May 05, 2024
Full time
People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, more freedom. And since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. With an arsenal of awesome products that span spending, saving, travel, transfers, investing, exchanging and more, we've helped 40+ million customers get more from their money. And we're not done yet. As we continue our lightning-fast growth, two things are essential to continuing our success: our people and our culture. We've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in recognition of our outstanding employee experience! So far, we have 10,000+ people working around the world, from our great offices or remotely, on our mission. And we're looking for more. We want brilliant people that love building great products, love redefining success, and love turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution. About the role The Legal team sits at the heart of Revolut and it's a very important part of the business. This lovely bunch supports all other Revolut teams, helping Revolut achieve its goals each and every day As a Senior Corporate Legal Counsel, you'll work closely with key company stakeholders on a day to day basis, advising on and driving a range of exciting and high-impact projects for Revolut. Ready to fly us to the moon? Let's get in touch. What you'll be doing Working closely with the Group General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and Head of Legal, Corporate to provide corporate and strategic advice Acting as a key adviser and partner to the CEO and Co-Founder, Nikolay Storonsky, the CFO, Board, C-Suite, Finance and Treasury functions, country CEOs, and more Managing transformational and complex projects and transactions for Revolut Leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders and counterparties, including Revolut's investors Working closely with the Head of Corporate Governance and the Governance team Developing and guiding a best-in-class Corporate Legal team, including designing processes necessary to scale for hyper-growth Overseeing and mentoring junior team members Excelling at leadership while also rolling your sleeves up and undertaking executional work What you'll need Fluency in English with excellent communication and interpersonal skills 7+ years PQE A current practising certificate from any country To be a technically excellent corporate lawyer Solid corporate experience as a private practice lawyer at a top law firm in a major financial centre Exceptional attention to detail while also operating on a strategic level A problem-solving, "Get it Done" mentality The ability to build open and trusting relationships across all levels of business, both inside and outside of Revolut The ability to work and drive matters independently as well as in a team Excellent academic credentials Building a global financial super app isn't enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that's why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We're not just doing this because it's the right thing to do. We're doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That's why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team. Refer to our Data Privacy Statement for Candidates for details on our data handling practices during your application. No ping pong tables or bean bag chairs, just benefits you actually want Get what you need to succeed Financial benefits that show we value your work Medical insurance for you and your close ones Flexibility to work from home, the office or abroad A free Revolut Metal subscription loaded with perks Exciting events year-round so you can get to know your team Revoluters always push through! We stopped listening to excuses a long time ago - we care about results. We believe that grit, determination, skill, smartness, and courage can break through almost any wall. Deliver WOW We love building great products, we love delighting our customers, we love turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution that truly solves customer needs. Dream Team We select, coach, and retain the top talent only and give them all the support to achieve greatness Never Settle Revolut is for those who always strive for excellence, for those who want to become the best in the world at what they do, for those who would never settle for less. Revolut is for 10x people. Think Deeper Logic, reason, and common sense prevail over everything else in decision making at Revolut. We are open-minded, we listen, and we are always in search of the truth.
Alliance Freedom of Information Officer Job Type : Full Time or Part Time, Fixed Term Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Grade 4 - Starts at £24,921 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £27,351 per annum Type of working arrangement: Hybrid Worker - Hybrid working is a form of flexible working where workers spend some of their time working remotel click apply for full job details
May 05, 2024
Full time
Alliance Freedom of Information Officer Job Type : Full Time or Part Time, Fixed Term Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Grade 4 - Starts at £24,921 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £27,351 per annum Type of working arrangement: Hybrid Worker - Hybrid working is a form of flexible working where workers spend some of their time working remotel click apply for full job details
Company Description Life can sometimes be unpredictable, and it pays to plan ahead. Our aim atLegal & General Retailis to help our customers plan for the unexpected, achieve financial security for their tomorrow, and protect everything that's important to them. To better understand our customers and meet their needs, we've brought our protection, retirement income, savings, lending, and advice, fintech and mortgage businesses under one umbrella. Created at the start of 2022 through the merging of our long-standing and trusted retail retirement and insurance businesses, we're a fast-growing division with big, customer-centred ambitions. Job Description We're recruiting for aGroup Protection Senior Technical Manager to join us. We're offering acompetitive base salary and strong benefits package. This is a Hove based role, but the team work flexibly and are usually in the office 2 -4 days a month. What you'll be doing: Owning the terms and conditions of our Group Protection product Ensuring that all products, processes, and marketing materials comply with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements Being a product expert and providing technical support for the development of new products Reviewing and making recommendations for product marketing Handling a range of queries and questions from customers and delivering positive outcomes Directly managing a team of two Qualifications Who we're looking for: Excellent Group Protection product knowledge Previous experience of working for an Insurer or intermediary, Understanding of all the relevant legislation, tax and regulatory requirements associated with Group Protection products Experienced in reviewing product literature Strong written and verbal communication skills Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer: The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes Generous pension contribution Life assurance Private medical insurance (permanent employees only) At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years' service. There's also the option to buy and sell holiday Competitive family leave Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice There are the many discounts we offer - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation, named Britain's Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future. We're one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurers.Connecting to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued. If you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We strive to be open, mindful, and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. If you're open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you. "videos": "title":"Videos To Watch","urls": , , ,
May 05, 2024
Full time
Company Description Life can sometimes be unpredictable, and it pays to plan ahead. Our aim atLegal & General Retailis to help our customers plan for the unexpected, achieve financial security for their tomorrow, and protect everything that's important to them. To better understand our customers and meet their needs, we've brought our protection, retirement income, savings, lending, and advice, fintech and mortgage businesses under one umbrella. Created at the start of 2022 through the merging of our long-standing and trusted retail retirement and insurance businesses, we're a fast-growing division with big, customer-centred ambitions. Job Description We're recruiting for aGroup Protection Senior Technical Manager to join us. We're offering acompetitive base salary and strong benefits package. This is a Hove based role, but the team work flexibly and are usually in the office 2 -4 days a month. What you'll be doing: Owning the terms and conditions of our Group Protection product Ensuring that all products, processes, and marketing materials comply with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements Being a product expert and providing technical support for the development of new products Reviewing and making recommendations for product marketing Handling a range of queries and questions from customers and delivering positive outcomes Directly managing a team of two Qualifications Who we're looking for: Excellent Group Protection product knowledge Previous experience of working for an Insurer or intermediary, Understanding of all the relevant legislation, tax and regulatory requirements associated with Group Protection products Experienced in reviewing product literature Strong written and verbal communication skills Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer: The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes Generous pension contribution Life assurance Private medical insurance (permanent employees only) At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years' service. There's also the option to buy and sell holiday Competitive family leave Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice There are the many discounts we offer - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation, named Britain's Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future. We're one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurers.Connecting to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued. If you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We strive to be open, mindful, and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. If you're open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you. "videos": "title":"Videos To Watch","urls": , , ,
This position will be based at our headquarters in Luxembourg. At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth and to grow in a safe environment for both our associates and our customers. We are looking for an EU Program Manager to join our Dangerous Goods team. This position is located in our EU Headquarters in Luxembourg. The Dangerous Goods Program Manager will ensure Dangerous Goods meet applicable European regulatory requirements, strategize with internal stakeholders to support business expansion, develop best-in-class standard operational processes, improve them and provide support to stakeholders during the implementation phase. The candidate will maintain and continually seek opportunities to improve existing processes via benchmark and best practices while interacting with a broad group of stakeholders and functions. The candidate needs to be able to work in an ambiguous environment, while managing projects and diving deep into operations. The role also requires an aptitude to adapt to scope changes, to propose solutions, to be able to drive processes across Amazon's expanding network and linking into global initiatives. The successful candidate will closely work with Amazon Technology, Transportation, Legal, Retail, Fulfilled by Amazon and our Fulfillment Center teams. Job Responsibilities include: - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders Key job responsibilities - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree or equivalent - Experience in compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent - Experience handling confidential information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Professional auditing qualification, or similar risk or compliance credentials - Experience with SQL and Excel - Experience in program requirements definition, together with data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
May 05, 2024
Full time
This position will be based at our headquarters in Luxembourg. At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth and to grow in a safe environment for both our associates and our customers. We are looking for an EU Program Manager to join our Dangerous Goods team. This position is located in our EU Headquarters in Luxembourg. The Dangerous Goods Program Manager will ensure Dangerous Goods meet applicable European regulatory requirements, strategize with internal stakeholders to support business expansion, develop best-in-class standard operational processes, improve them and provide support to stakeholders during the implementation phase. The candidate will maintain and continually seek opportunities to improve existing processes via benchmark and best practices while interacting with a broad group of stakeholders and functions. The candidate needs to be able to work in an ambiguous environment, while managing projects and diving deep into operations. The role also requires an aptitude to adapt to scope changes, to propose solutions, to be able to drive processes across Amazon's expanding network and linking into global initiatives. The successful candidate will closely work with Amazon Technology, Transportation, Legal, Retail, Fulfilled by Amazon and our Fulfillment Center teams. Job Responsibilities include: - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders Key job responsibilities - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree or equivalent - Experience in compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent - Experience handling confidential information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Professional auditing qualification, or similar risk or compliance credentials - Experience with SQL and Excel - Experience in program requirements definition, together with data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
We are seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Director; EMEA - Supply chain supporting the CSL Enterprise Business. The successful candidate will be an experienced Manager Leader, optimizing a small team located in EMEA. Responsible for the continued development and maintenance of CSL's world-class regional import-export compliance program. The focus is to ensure all CSL legal entities operating worldwide are compliant with all applicable customs and trade regulations whilst maximizing feasible savings for the business. The position is responsible for monitoring key industry developments, legislative, and regulatory changes affecting CSL businesses, assess impact and represent CSL in various Trade Associations to ensure CSL's interests are represented. The position will also partner directly with the various CSL strategic departments, business units, and functional area leaders to drive process improvements, operational excellence, and optimize duty spend with all applicable duty mitigation programs. The position will oversee all CSL Customs and Trade operations in the region and manage customs brokers, and or other outsourcing providers. This position will work closely with the Global Trade Compliance Program function to implement CSL Global Trade Compliance Policies, guidelines, develop and deploy regional and local procedures, monitor the compliance readiness of the region through the management of the CSL import and export compliance risk-assessment, on site compliance reviews (audits), and support all external government audits. Position will interface with CSL Business Management, Regional compliance Leadership team, customs brokers, freight forwarders, internal/external legal counsel, customers, suppliers, CMOs and government officials. Position will also provide support, for training, mentoring, and leadership development to the Regional Trade compliance personnel and will also support the CSL Global Supply Chain with all departmental goals and objectives Responsibilities include: - Monitors regional key industry developments, legislative, and regulatory changes affecting CSL businesses, assess impact and represent CSL in various Trade Associations to ensure CSL's interests are represented. Implement CSL Global Trade Compliance Policies, guidelines, develop and deploy regional and local procedures, monitor the compliance readiness of the region through the management of the CSL import and export compliance risk-assessment, on site compliance reviews (audits), and support all external audits. Drive KPIs, Trade data reporting, duty spend and duty savings, continuous improvement and drive efficiency throughout the import and export processes Oversees customs brokers in the region: KPIs, SOPs, contract, performance, lead regional bid and selection with procurement team Lead regional and local teams, responsible for all regional Trade and customs operations Responsible for the region record keeping ensures completeness as per regional, local requirements and CSL internal Policy Oversee HTS and ECCN classification as well as database, responsible for origin and preference determination, customs value and duty program utilization as per CSL Policies Identify risks and opportunities in the region and report to the Global TC team Support Government audits Experience, Skills and Experience Customs Broker license A Bachelor's Degree is required; Masters in related field or equivalent is preferred. 10 years of progressively responsible experience in highly regulated, multi-location environments, cross functional experience is preferred. Experience in managing complex Customs and trade Operations Expert in Customs and Export controls regulations, HTS and Explanatory Notes, rulings, court cases, and Customs Valuation rules, as well as a thorough knowledge of entry processing, international freight industry standards and practices, and INCOTERMS Skilled with special Customs programs (inc FTAs, Drawback, FTZs, Value Reconciliation, etc.) Experienced in drafting formal Customs correspondence Excellent skills in organization, prioritization, and negotiation; must excel under pressure Able to motivate others to drive peak performance Must be self-motivated, goal oriented, and able to work independently in producing results Proficient with: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint with ability to develop skills with other programs as required Understands Quality systems and importance of systems, operational excellence culture and behavior to organizations Strong leadership skills (e.g., priority setting, timely decision-making, business acumen and dealing with ambiguity). Clear understanding of CSL's operating model and culture Ability to analyse and utilize data to drive decisions and priorities Able to influence and challenge senior leaders and peer groups. Comfort around senior management Experience in understanding industry trends and changes to practice standards so CSL remains an industry leader Strong organizational, negotiation and influencing skills. Displays strong level of engagement at all levels of the organization and does not only operate at a corporate level Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English. Our Benefits CSL Seqirus is committed to attracting and retaining world-class employees who are valued for their contributions to achieving business objectives. Learn more about some of the benefits you can participate in when you join CSL Seqirus. About CSL Seqirus CSL Seqirus is part of CSL Limited (ASX: CSL). As one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. Learn more about CSL Seqirus . We want Seqirus to reflect the world around us As a global organisation with employees in 35+ countries, CSL embraces diversity and inclusion. Learn more about Diversity & Inclusion at CSL Seqirus. Do work that matters at CSL Seqirus! Watch our 'On the Front Line' video to learn more about CSL Seqirus
May 05, 2024
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Director; EMEA - Supply chain supporting the CSL Enterprise Business. The successful candidate will be an experienced Manager Leader, optimizing a small team located in EMEA. Responsible for the continued development and maintenance of CSL's world-class regional import-export compliance program. The focus is to ensure all CSL legal entities operating worldwide are compliant with all applicable customs and trade regulations whilst maximizing feasible savings for the business. The position is responsible for monitoring key industry developments, legislative, and regulatory changes affecting CSL businesses, assess impact and represent CSL in various Trade Associations to ensure CSL's interests are represented. The position will also partner directly with the various CSL strategic departments, business units, and functional area leaders to drive process improvements, operational excellence, and optimize duty spend with all applicable duty mitigation programs. The position will oversee all CSL Customs and Trade operations in the region and manage customs brokers, and or other outsourcing providers. This position will work closely with the Global Trade Compliance Program function to implement CSL Global Trade Compliance Policies, guidelines, develop and deploy regional and local procedures, monitor the compliance readiness of the region through the management of the CSL import and export compliance risk-assessment, on site compliance reviews (audits), and support all external government audits. Position will interface with CSL Business Management, Regional compliance Leadership team, customs brokers, freight forwarders, internal/external legal counsel, customers, suppliers, CMOs and government officials. Position will also provide support, for training, mentoring, and leadership development to the Regional Trade compliance personnel and will also support the CSL Global Supply Chain with all departmental goals and objectives Responsibilities include: - Monitors regional key industry developments, legislative, and regulatory changes affecting CSL businesses, assess impact and represent CSL in various Trade Associations to ensure CSL's interests are represented. Implement CSL Global Trade Compliance Policies, guidelines, develop and deploy regional and local procedures, monitor the compliance readiness of the region through the management of the CSL import and export compliance risk-assessment, on site compliance reviews (audits), and support all external audits. Drive KPIs, Trade data reporting, duty spend and duty savings, continuous improvement and drive efficiency throughout the import and export processes Oversees customs brokers in the region: KPIs, SOPs, contract, performance, lead regional bid and selection with procurement team Lead regional and local teams, responsible for all regional Trade and customs operations Responsible for the region record keeping ensures completeness as per regional, local requirements and CSL internal Policy Oversee HTS and ECCN classification as well as database, responsible for origin and preference determination, customs value and duty program utilization as per CSL Policies Identify risks and opportunities in the region and report to the Global TC team Support Government audits Experience, Skills and Experience Customs Broker license A Bachelor's Degree is required; Masters in related field or equivalent is preferred. 10 years of progressively responsible experience in highly regulated, multi-location environments, cross functional experience is preferred. Experience in managing complex Customs and trade Operations Expert in Customs and Export controls regulations, HTS and Explanatory Notes, rulings, court cases, and Customs Valuation rules, as well as a thorough knowledge of entry processing, international freight industry standards and practices, and INCOTERMS Skilled with special Customs programs (inc FTAs, Drawback, FTZs, Value Reconciliation, etc.) Experienced in drafting formal Customs correspondence Excellent skills in organization, prioritization, and negotiation; must excel under pressure Able to motivate others to drive peak performance Must be self-motivated, goal oriented, and able to work independently in producing results Proficient with: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint with ability to develop skills with other programs as required Understands Quality systems and importance of systems, operational excellence culture and behavior to organizations Strong leadership skills (e.g., priority setting, timely decision-making, business acumen and dealing with ambiguity). Clear understanding of CSL's operating model and culture Ability to analyse and utilize data to drive decisions and priorities Able to influence and challenge senior leaders and peer groups. Comfort around senior management Experience in understanding industry trends and changes to practice standards so CSL remains an industry leader Strong organizational, negotiation and influencing skills. Displays strong level of engagement at all levels of the organization and does not only operate at a corporate level Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English. Our Benefits CSL Seqirus is committed to attracting and retaining world-class employees who are valued for their contributions to achieving business objectives. Learn more about some of the benefits you can participate in when you join CSL Seqirus. About CSL Seqirus CSL Seqirus is part of CSL Limited (ASX: CSL). As one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. Learn more about CSL Seqirus . We want Seqirus to reflect the world around us As a global organisation with employees in 35+ countries, CSL embraces diversity and inclusion. Learn more about Diversity & Inclusion at CSL Seqirus. Do work that matters at CSL Seqirus! Watch our 'On the Front Line' video to learn more about CSL Seqirus
At Human Native AI we're looking for a candidate to help establish an ecosystem of Data Providers and AI companies. Full-time London What is Human Native AI? Human Native AI ( ) is a UK-based startup founded in 2024 with the mission to help creative humans thrive in the age of AI. We believe creators and rights holders should have agency over and be fairly compensated for the use of their original works to train AI systems. We are building a marketplace for training data that will enable AI innovators to responsibly and frictionlessly licence the training data they need to build AI systems. We recognise the challenge of this mission and know that only a strong cohesive team can fulfil it. We want the team to be made up of people who are courageous, adaptable, results oriented, and bring energy to everything they do. We help one another grow, take on new opportunities, and don't shy away from learning. We can support one another so that we can realise our mission. The Role As a founding team member you will be a key part of establishing our partnerships ecosystem and developing our business. We're looking for someone who cares about people, AI, protecting the creative industries and who likes to move fast. This role is based in London, UK at our new Battersea Power Station offices, and is a hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in the office. Job Description What you'll do at Human Native AI: Define and execute our Partnership and Business Development strategy. Evaluate different Partner types and segments. Define joint and individual activity plans to achieve our goals. Establish and maintain a strong strategic partnership with key partners, collaborating closely with their team to understand their business needs, identify opportunities and drive joint initiatives. Foster critical relationships at high-level within partners and showcase Human Native AI's technology to potential customers. Effectively gain access to and commitment from decision makers (eg. C-level executives). Target strategic Partners in high value segments to help us acquire and enable new data sets to be licenced through our platform. Collaborate closely with our engineering and legal teams to optimise our operations, develop solutions and effectively support our key partners. Effectively negotiate, prioritise, and otherwise manage commercial transactions with customers and partners, working closely with our Chief Executive Officer. Define, track, and analyse performance against specific measures of success, providing tangible progress updates via reports and trackers. You will contribute to the long-term direction of our company, making sure that we are developing the partnership capabilities that will allow us to stay ahead of the challenges we are likely to encounter in 6-12 months' time. Closely monitor the industry landscape (people, competitors, partners, etc.) to contribute to product roadmap and other corporate strategies Candidate Requirements What we're looking for: Optimism and curiosity about the future of Artificial Intelligence and passion for helping creators and rights holders receive fair compensation for their work. Depth of Business Development, Go-To-Market or Partnerships experience. A natural people person who can quickly build close relationships with new contacts. You feel confident operating at C-level, inspiring trust and creating influence with data owners and key stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with executives and professionals across functions and are able to negotiate effectively and confidently Ambition that you want to be at the forefront of the company's partnerships strategy, leading the way on some of our most critical projects You can analyse data quickly, cut through complexity and find answers rapidly. A strong written and verbal communicator and can adapt your communication style and the level of detail to your audience. Strive for excellence in every aspect of work, consistently taking ownership of your results and delivering measurable impact. A humble attitude, energetic personality and are eager to learn whatever it might take given the speed of evolution in AI technologies and the landscape surrounding them. Can handle a wide variety of matters, in a fast-paced startup environment with a large amount of ambiguity. Process-oriented, organised, and able to work well in unstructured environments. Excel at deeply understanding the customer's needs, priorities, and help them achieve their business goals through our platform. Bonus: Strong AI/Tech or Media network. A fast-growing company with opportunities for career advancement Competitive salary and benefits package that includes private medical insurance Stock options; we want you to have ownership in the company. Apply for the job Do you want to join our team working to build out our Partnerships? Then we'd love to hear about you!
May 05, 2024
Full time
At Human Native AI we're looking for a candidate to help establish an ecosystem of Data Providers and AI companies. Full-time London What is Human Native AI? Human Native AI ( ) is a UK-based startup founded in 2024 with the mission to help creative humans thrive in the age of AI. We believe creators and rights holders should have agency over and be fairly compensated for the use of their original works to train AI systems. We are building a marketplace for training data that will enable AI innovators to responsibly and frictionlessly licence the training data they need to build AI systems. We recognise the challenge of this mission and know that only a strong cohesive team can fulfil it. We want the team to be made up of people who are courageous, adaptable, results oriented, and bring energy to everything they do. We help one another grow, take on new opportunities, and don't shy away from learning. We can support one another so that we can realise our mission. The Role As a founding team member you will be a key part of establishing our partnerships ecosystem and developing our business. We're looking for someone who cares about people, AI, protecting the creative industries and who likes to move fast. This role is based in London, UK at our new Battersea Power Station offices, and is a hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in the office. Job Description What you'll do at Human Native AI: Define and execute our Partnership and Business Development strategy. Evaluate different Partner types and segments. Define joint and individual activity plans to achieve our goals. Establish and maintain a strong strategic partnership with key partners, collaborating closely with their team to understand their business needs, identify opportunities and drive joint initiatives. Foster critical relationships at high-level within partners and showcase Human Native AI's technology to potential customers. Effectively gain access to and commitment from decision makers (eg. C-level executives). Target strategic Partners in high value segments to help us acquire and enable new data sets to be licenced through our platform. Collaborate closely with our engineering and legal teams to optimise our operations, develop solutions and effectively support our key partners. Effectively negotiate, prioritise, and otherwise manage commercial transactions with customers and partners, working closely with our Chief Executive Officer. Define, track, and analyse performance against specific measures of success, providing tangible progress updates via reports and trackers. You will contribute to the long-term direction of our company, making sure that we are developing the partnership capabilities that will allow us to stay ahead of the challenges we are likely to encounter in 6-12 months' time. Closely monitor the industry landscape (people, competitors, partners, etc.) to contribute to product roadmap and other corporate strategies Candidate Requirements What we're looking for: Optimism and curiosity about the future of Artificial Intelligence and passion for helping creators and rights holders receive fair compensation for their work. Depth of Business Development, Go-To-Market or Partnerships experience. A natural people person who can quickly build close relationships with new contacts. You feel confident operating at C-level, inspiring trust and creating influence with data owners and key stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with executives and professionals across functions and are able to negotiate effectively and confidently Ambition that you want to be at the forefront of the company's partnerships strategy, leading the way on some of our most critical projects You can analyse data quickly, cut through complexity and find answers rapidly. A strong written and verbal communicator and can adapt your communication style and the level of detail to your audience. Strive for excellence in every aspect of work, consistently taking ownership of your results and delivering measurable impact. A humble attitude, energetic personality and are eager to learn whatever it might take given the speed of evolution in AI technologies and the landscape surrounding them. Can handle a wide variety of matters, in a fast-paced startup environment with a large amount of ambiguity. Process-oriented, organised, and able to work well in unstructured environments. Excel at deeply understanding the customer's needs, priorities, and help them achieve their business goals through our platform. Bonus: Strong AI/Tech or Media network. A fast-growing company with opportunities for career advancement Competitive salary and benefits package that includes private medical insurance Stock options; we want you to have ownership in the company. Apply for the job Do you want to join our team working to build out our Partnerships? Then we'd love to hear about you!
English Teacher Are you a Teacher of Key Stage 3 and 4 English interested in an exciting opportunity to start a full-time role starting from September 2024? Would you like to work in a very high achieving school in Brent, North West London? If so, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today regarding a role at a long-standing client with whom Tradewind Recruitment have worked closely with for 10 years. A bit about the role in question; Full-time Key Stage 3 and 4 English Teacher. Starting in September 2024 on an agency contract or permanent assignment. Ofsted 'outstanding' school; as mentioned, Tradewind have recruited staff for this school for 20 years with exceptional feedback. The department is very strong, led by a fantastic Head of Department who has worked at the school for a number of years. Plenty of CPD available and structured comprehensive mentoring programme for an ECT available. Higher than national average progress scores. Amongst other things. The desire of the SLT at this Ofsted Outstanding school is to culture a motivated and committed workforce, so much so that they have been recognised in this field in the form of a national award. If this sounds like a post for you, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today. Location of the school is similarly excellent in the borough of Brent. The current staff cohort commute from all areas of the city with the school being commutable from central London via one train and the school being a 5 minute walk from the nearest station and onsite parking is on offer for all staff if needed. About the Role - English Teacher As mentioned, the school are looking for someone to take a year-long maternity absence teaching English to commence immediately teaching Key Stage 3 and 4. You will be joining a department that share resources and subsequently share success as they are considered among the strongest team in the school. Submit your CV today to Tradewind Recruitment for more information! If this sounds like your next English Teacher role, then please contact Tradewind Recruitment today. By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you: We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to 200 Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants To apply for this English Teacher role with Tradewind Recruitment you will need to: Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification. Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks. CV must cover full work history. Legal right to work in the UK. Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most. We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK. Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are also a proud Equal Opportunities Employer Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as an English Teacher role in Brent, North West London. Or for more information about the role, contact Tradewind Recruitment today. We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your teaching career.
May 05, 2024
Contractor
English Teacher Are you a Teacher of Key Stage 3 and 4 English interested in an exciting opportunity to start a full-time role starting from September 2024? Would you like to work in a very high achieving school in Brent, North West London? If so, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today regarding a role at a long-standing client with whom Tradewind Recruitment have worked closely with for 10 years. A bit about the role in question; Full-time Key Stage 3 and 4 English Teacher. Starting in September 2024 on an agency contract or permanent assignment. Ofsted 'outstanding' school; as mentioned, Tradewind have recruited staff for this school for 20 years with exceptional feedback. The department is very strong, led by a fantastic Head of Department who has worked at the school for a number of years. Plenty of CPD available and structured comprehensive mentoring programme for an ECT available. Higher than national average progress scores. Amongst other things. The desire of the SLT at this Ofsted Outstanding school is to culture a motivated and committed workforce, so much so that they have been recognised in this field in the form of a national award. If this sounds like a post for you, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today. Location of the school is similarly excellent in the borough of Brent. The current staff cohort commute from all areas of the city with the school being commutable from central London via one train and the school being a 5 minute walk from the nearest station and onsite parking is on offer for all staff if needed. About the Role - English Teacher As mentioned, the school are looking for someone to take a year-long maternity absence teaching English to commence immediately teaching Key Stage 3 and 4. You will be joining a department that share resources and subsequently share success as they are considered among the strongest team in the school. Submit your CV today to Tradewind Recruitment for more information! If this sounds like your next English Teacher role, then please contact Tradewind Recruitment today. By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you: We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to 200 Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants To apply for this English Teacher role with Tradewind Recruitment you will need to: Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification. Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks. CV must cover full work history. Legal right to work in the UK. Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most. We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK. Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are also a proud Equal Opportunities Employer Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as an English Teacher role in Brent, North West London. Or for more information about the role, contact Tradewind Recruitment today. We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your teaching career.
Eventus Legal are seeking a Practice Manager with experience to join the management team of a successful, multi-brand law firm, from their Leeds, West Yorkshire head-office. This is a permanent position, offered either full-time or on a reduced working week. The firm offers a generous salary (depending on experience), along with a holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays, hybrid working, and a bonus structure. Role responsibilities The incoming Practice Manager will be responsible for managing the operation of the Practice, primarily in the areas of HR, compliance, health and safety, facilities and general management including administration. Specific duties will include although are not limited to: Supervise, coordinate and lead the activities of departmental support staff, providing motivation and guidance so that all staff contribute to achieving departmental objectives. Complaints manager Day to day management of all sites. Responsibility for the successful application and maintenance of Lexcel. Responsibility for HR functions including induction, appraisals, training and performance management Implementation of new systems and processes to improve the quality of service provided to clients. To assist the COLP and COFA in ensuring adequate record keeping and compliance in accordance with SRA guidelines Ensuring the firm remains compliant in respect of all health and safety obligations in relation to staff and premises Budget monitoring Responsibility for ensuring all office policies and procedures are compliant Visiting the other offices (London and Manchester) to develop relationships with team members (ideally once per month) You will directly line report the support staff and be responsible for running the practice of circa 20 staff (but growing quickly) in total. You will directly report into the Board of Directors and work closely with the Managing Director to help drive a high standard and efficient service to clients. Person specification Applications are sought from experienced Practice Managers, with experience in a similar position, managing across multiple disciplines. Ideally, you will have experienced gained within another law firm. This is not essential however, and applications are encouraged from applicants with experience in a similar role in another professional, regulated organisation, particularly if you can demonstrate strong business development acumen. It is essential you have strong organisation, business and systems experience. Most important however, is that you are a confident, energetic individual, with the passion and enthusiasm to want to make this role your own and suggest and implement changes for best practice across the organisation. Benefits and Rewards You will be joining a long-established law firm, with an excellent reputation, right in the heart of Leeds. A competitive salary is on offer, alongside the ability to earn a bonus payment for excellent performance. Other benefits include: Hybrid working (initially 1 day per week from home, 2 in due course) Flexibility over working hours/days (open to a reduced working week) 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Annual pay reviews Career progression to board level About the Company This law firm group is well established with two brands at present, looking to launch a 3rd this year. Whilst they are relatively modest in size at present, they have big ambition and this newly created role is a chance to be part of this growth, in an integral position, with the opportunity to make it your own. The office in Leeds, West Yorkshire is centrally located and can be reached easily from Leeds train station or by car. Next Steps Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Practice Manager job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email or phone for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating in the Legal, HR, Finance and Accountancy sectors across the UK. Please note, the years' experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Eventus Legal are seeking a Practice Manager with experience to join the management team of a successful, multi-brand law firm, from their Leeds, West Yorkshire head-office. This is a permanent position, offered either full-time or on a reduced working week. The firm offers a generous salary (depending on experience), along with a holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays, hybrid working, and a bonus structure. Role responsibilities The incoming Practice Manager will be responsible for managing the operation of the Practice, primarily in the areas of HR, compliance, health and safety, facilities and general management including administration. Specific duties will include although are not limited to: Supervise, coordinate and lead the activities of departmental support staff, providing motivation and guidance so that all staff contribute to achieving departmental objectives. Complaints manager Day to day management of all sites. Responsibility for the successful application and maintenance of Lexcel. Responsibility for HR functions including induction, appraisals, training and performance management Implementation of new systems and processes to improve the quality of service provided to clients. To assist the COLP and COFA in ensuring adequate record keeping and compliance in accordance with SRA guidelines Ensuring the firm remains compliant in respect of all health and safety obligations in relation to staff and premises Budget monitoring Responsibility for ensuring all office policies and procedures are compliant Visiting the other offices (London and Manchester) to develop relationships with team members (ideally once per month) You will directly line report the support staff and be responsible for running the practice of circa 20 staff (but growing quickly) in total. You will directly report into the Board of Directors and work closely with the Managing Director to help drive a high standard and efficient service to clients. Person specification Applications are sought from experienced Practice Managers, with experience in a similar position, managing across multiple disciplines. Ideally, you will have experienced gained within another law firm. This is not essential however, and applications are encouraged from applicants with experience in a similar role in another professional, regulated organisation, particularly if you can demonstrate strong business development acumen. It is essential you have strong organisation, business and systems experience. Most important however, is that you are a confident, energetic individual, with the passion and enthusiasm to want to make this role your own and suggest and implement changes for best practice across the organisation. Benefits and Rewards You will be joining a long-established law firm, with an excellent reputation, right in the heart of Leeds. A competitive salary is on offer, alongside the ability to earn a bonus payment for excellent performance. Other benefits include: Hybrid working (initially 1 day per week from home, 2 in due course) Flexibility over working hours/days (open to a reduced working week) 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Annual pay reviews Career progression to board level About the Company This law firm group is well established with two brands at present, looking to launch a 3rd this year. Whilst they are relatively modest in size at present, they have big ambition and this newly created role is a chance to be part of this growth, in an integral position, with the opportunity to make it your own. The office in Leeds, West Yorkshire is centrally located and can be reached easily from Leeds train station or by car. Next Steps Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Practice Manager job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email or phone for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating in the Legal, HR, Finance and Accountancy sectors across the UK. Please note, the years' experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.