Hays
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Compliance Administrator up to £31k Hybrid Role purpose: The Compliance Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring the organisation operates in full accordance with all relevant UK laws, regulations, and sector best practices. The role protects the charity's reputation and public trust by implementing, maintaining, and improving compliance systems covering statutory obligations, safeguarding, GDPR and data protection, complaints handling, and website & social media content compliance. Working closely with senior managers, the postholder fosters a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct - enabling us to deliver its mission with integrity and legal compliance. The post holder is responsible for managing the compliance and complaints mailboxes and is the main point of contact for all compliance queries. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Compliance/GDPR Administration •Facilitate the timely signing of funding contracts and other legal agreements/documents using electronic signature software, proactively ensuring that documents are received by the appropriate parties and signed copies are saved to file •Assist in the identification and procurement of software that meets GDPR requirements •Draft, review and manage Data Sharing Agreements with third parties and partners to ensure that all data transfers comply with UK GDPR and organisational policies •Lead on and drive completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments to identify and mitigate privacy risks related to new or changed data processing activities or new services •Maintain oversight of GDPR compliance documentation and records to demonstrate accountability •Support ongoing monitoring and updating of GDPR policies/procedures, ensuring they reflect current regulations and best practice •Manage and coordinate operational components of security incident management, including response and reporting •Ensure the organisation complies with data breach and subject access request procedures, liaising with all relevant parties including clients •Manage and maintain the Information Asset Register, working with our services to identify information assets, evaluate risks, determine appropriate security measures and audit information provided Complaints Handling: •Review and maintain a robust complaint handling process in line with regulatory requirements and best practices •Oversee the timely and effective resolution of complaints, proactively liaising with internal teams and clients to investigate complaints, ensuring deadlines for responses are met •Provide regular reports on complaints metrics and provide insights to management •Identify and recommend improvements based on complaints analysis to improve processes, as appropriate Policy & Procedure Management •Draft, review, and update policies and procedures, as required •Monitor changes in regulation, ensuring internal policies align with UK data protection law •Assist with provision of due diligence information to funders and other stakeholders, as required •Liaise with service delivery partners to obtain due diligence information, as appropriate Website & Social Media Content Management: •Oversee and manage content on our websites to ensure compliance with legal, ethical and brand guidelines •Oversee the development of social media policies that align with compliance requirements •Superuser responsibility for social media channels •Monitor social media channels for compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations and collaborate with service teams to ensure that promotional content adheres to compliance standards •Conduct regular audits of website and social media content for compliance risks What you will need •You will have specialist experience in a compliance role with GDPR expertise. •Good understanding of regulatory requirements and data privacy •Proven knowledge of MS 365 applications •Experience of compliant handling •Excellent analytical and problem-solving •Outstanding written and verbal skills •Experience of conducting internal audits is ideal but not essential What you will get in return Hybrid role - 37.5 hours a week Up to £31k If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Compliance Administrator up to £31k Hybrid Role purpose: The Compliance Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring the organisation operates in full accordance with all relevant UK laws, regulations, and sector best practices. The role protects the charity's reputation and public trust by implementing, maintaining, and improving compliance systems covering statutory obligations, safeguarding, GDPR and data protection, complaints handling, and website & social media content compliance. Working closely with senior managers, the postholder fosters a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct - enabling us to deliver its mission with integrity and legal compliance. The post holder is responsible for managing the compliance and complaints mailboxes and is the main point of contact for all compliance queries. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Compliance/GDPR Administration •Facilitate the timely signing of funding contracts and other legal agreements/documents using electronic signature software, proactively ensuring that documents are received by the appropriate parties and signed copies are saved to file •Assist in the identification and procurement of software that meets GDPR requirements •Draft, review and manage Data Sharing Agreements with third parties and partners to ensure that all data transfers comply with UK GDPR and organisational policies •Lead on and drive completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments to identify and mitigate privacy risks related to new or changed data processing activities or new services •Maintain oversight of GDPR compliance documentation and records to demonstrate accountability •Support ongoing monitoring and updating of GDPR policies/procedures, ensuring they reflect current regulations and best practice •Manage and coordinate operational components of security incident management, including response and reporting •Ensure the organisation complies with data breach and subject access request procedures, liaising with all relevant parties including clients •Manage and maintain the Information Asset Register, working with our services to identify information assets, evaluate risks, determine appropriate security measures and audit information provided Complaints Handling: •Review and maintain a robust complaint handling process in line with regulatory requirements and best practices •Oversee the timely and effective resolution of complaints, proactively liaising with internal teams and clients to investigate complaints, ensuring deadlines for responses are met •Provide regular reports on complaints metrics and provide insights to management •Identify and recommend improvements based on complaints analysis to improve processes, as appropriate Policy & Procedure Management •Draft, review, and update policies and procedures, as required •Monitor changes in regulation, ensuring internal policies align with UK data protection law •Assist with provision of due diligence information to funders and other stakeholders, as required •Liaise with service delivery partners to obtain due diligence information, as appropriate Website & Social Media Content Management: •Oversee and manage content on our websites to ensure compliance with legal, ethical and brand guidelines •Oversee the development of social media policies that align with compliance requirements •Superuser responsibility for social media channels •Monitor social media channels for compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations and collaborate with service teams to ensure that promotional content adheres to compliance standards •Conduct regular audits of website and social media content for compliance risks What you will need •You will have specialist experience in a compliance role with GDPR expertise. •Good understanding of regulatory requirements and data privacy •Proven knowledge of MS 365 applications •Experience of compliant handling •Excellent analytical and problem-solving •Outstanding written and verbal skills •Experience of conducting internal audits is ideal but not essential What you will get in return Hybrid role - 37.5 hours a week Up to £31k If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
i-Jobs
Morden, Surrey
Lawyer Location: London Road, SM4 5DX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 4+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay rate: £ 40.16 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Responsibilities Provide customer-focused, high-quality, and responsive specialist legal advice in multiple areas of legal expertise covered by a local authority legal team, including Children's Social Care, Adoption, Adults Social Care, Education, Employment, Planning, Housing, Debt Recovery, Judicial Review, Highways, Property, Procurement, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Finance, Elections, FOI, Licensing, and Environment. Deliver a variety of types of legal work within the specialism, providing creative legal solutions to support service transformation and change, meeting client needs, and delivering advice on a broad range of areas. Manage an extensive caseload of complex and sensitive matters. Represent the interests of the service within the wider council organizations in any of the five authorities and with external clients. Provide support and supervision to legal and non-legal junior staff and deputize for senior legal positions as required. Offer timely and effective specialist legal advice to elected members, committees, directors, senior managers, and officers across both authorities as part of a team of lawyers, and to other clients of the Shared Legal Service. Provide innovative solutions to complex issues arising within the team and legal issues presented by clients. Manage a large caseload of wide-ranging work within two specialisms, including drafting legal documents, negotiating agreements, managing competing demands, and meeting deadlines. Prepare and process all matters relevant to proceedings before a court, arbitration, mediation, or public inquiry, and attend as the client s advocate or instruct external legal representation when appropriate. Work proactively to maintain and improve relationships with clients of the Shared Legal Service. Supervise and manage junior staff, providing leadership and support on their cases. Undertake duties on behalf of the Monitoring Officer for all five authorities. Keep clients informed of new legislation and case law, including providing training seminars where appropriate, ensuring they maintain a sound application of legal requirements. Advise upon, draft, and approve committee reports in respect of cases and legal issues. Attend council Cabinets, Committees, and Panels to advise and provide legal services to elected members. Negotiate with solicitors and other professionals, liaising with outside bodies including the court service on matters related to client work. Perform any other duties commensurate with the grade. Person Specification Qualified solicitor, barrister, chartered legal executive, or equivalent legal experience with a background in local government. Good knowledge of relevant legislation to the service area and decision-making processes and procedures. Strong understanding of current issues and best practice on service delivery relevant to the service areas. Demonstrable analytical legal skills. Ability to work under pressure and respond efficiently to changing client needs. Ability to travel to attend client offices or courts wherever the client s case is being considered. Commitment to the principles and development of the Shared Legal Service. Ability to contribute to the ongoing development of the Shared Legal Service. Good communication skills, both orally and in writing, along with good numeracy and analytical skills. Ability to provide visible support and leadership, empowering, enabling, and developing staff to achieve results. Availability to attend premises out of hours for evening meetings and in emergencies or urgent management issues related to all five authorities. Performance-oriented, able to manage and monitor performance effectively, setting clear objectives for individual and service level performance review. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Lawyer Location: London Road, SM4 5DX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 4+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay rate: £ 40.16 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Responsibilities Provide customer-focused, high-quality, and responsive specialist legal advice in multiple areas of legal expertise covered by a local authority legal team, including Children's Social Care, Adoption, Adults Social Care, Education, Employment, Planning, Housing, Debt Recovery, Judicial Review, Highways, Property, Procurement, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Finance, Elections, FOI, Licensing, and Environment. Deliver a variety of types of legal work within the specialism, providing creative legal solutions to support service transformation and change, meeting client needs, and delivering advice on a broad range of areas. Manage an extensive caseload of complex and sensitive matters. Represent the interests of the service within the wider council organizations in any of the five authorities and with external clients. Provide support and supervision to legal and non-legal junior staff and deputize for senior legal positions as required. Offer timely and effective specialist legal advice to elected members, committees, directors, senior managers, and officers across both authorities as part of a team of lawyers, and to other clients of the Shared Legal Service. Provide innovative solutions to complex issues arising within the team and legal issues presented by clients. Manage a large caseload of wide-ranging work within two specialisms, including drafting legal documents, negotiating agreements, managing competing demands, and meeting deadlines. Prepare and process all matters relevant to proceedings before a court, arbitration, mediation, or public inquiry, and attend as the client s advocate or instruct external legal representation when appropriate. Work proactively to maintain and improve relationships with clients of the Shared Legal Service. Supervise and manage junior staff, providing leadership and support on their cases. Undertake duties on behalf of the Monitoring Officer for all five authorities. Keep clients informed of new legislation and case law, including providing training seminars where appropriate, ensuring they maintain a sound application of legal requirements. Advise upon, draft, and approve committee reports in respect of cases and legal issues. Attend council Cabinets, Committees, and Panels to advise and provide legal services to elected members. Negotiate with solicitors and other professionals, liaising with outside bodies including the court service on matters related to client work. Perform any other duties commensurate with the grade. Person Specification Qualified solicitor, barrister, chartered legal executive, or equivalent legal experience with a background in local government. Good knowledge of relevant legislation to the service area and decision-making processes and procedures. Strong understanding of current issues and best practice on service delivery relevant to the service areas. Demonstrable analytical legal skills. Ability to work under pressure and respond efficiently to changing client needs. Ability to travel to attend client offices or courts wherever the client s case is being considered. Commitment to the principles and development of the Shared Legal Service. Ability to contribute to the ongoing development of the Shared Legal Service. Good communication skills, both orally and in writing, along with good numeracy and analytical skills. Ability to provide visible support and leadership, empowering, enabling, and developing staff to achieve results. Availability to attend premises out of hours for evening meetings and in emergencies or urgent management issues related to all five authorities. Performance-oriented, able to manage and monitor performance effectively, setting clear objectives for individual and service level performance review. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
carrington west
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing housing instability? We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Accommodation Solutions Officer to join a local authority in West London, supporting vulnerable households living in temporary accommodation. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to directly support families and single people in moving towards long-term, stable housing. In this varied role, you'll work as part of the Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team, helping to improve services and deliver effective housing solutions. You'll be responsible for offering clear housing advice, reviewing accommodation suitability, resolving tenancy issues, and ensuring effective move-on options into private rented, social housing, or intermediate rent. Key responsibilities include: Placing households into suitable accommodation in line with policy and legal requirements Conducting suitability assessments and tenancy audits Supporting households to bid effectively and make informed choices on housing options Responding to accommodation complaints, tenancy breaches, and enforcement issues Working closely with procurement, social services, legal teams, and accommodation providers Handling complex reviews, including preparing documentation for legal proceedings Monitoring high-cost emergency placements and identifying move-on opportunities Liaising with support services to ensure wraparound care and referrals as needed You'll also be the first point of contact for many residents-managing inboxes, phones, and handling enquiries from elected members, MPs, and external advocates. Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a good understanding of homelessness legislation and housing pathways. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative team, make impactful decisions, and contribute to shaping better housing outcomes across the borough. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing housing instability? We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Accommodation Solutions Officer to join a local authority in West London, supporting vulnerable households living in temporary accommodation. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to directly support families and single people in moving towards long-term, stable housing. In this varied role, you'll work as part of the Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team, helping to improve services and deliver effective housing solutions. You'll be responsible for offering clear housing advice, reviewing accommodation suitability, resolving tenancy issues, and ensuring effective move-on options into private rented, social housing, or intermediate rent. Key responsibilities include: Placing households into suitable accommodation in line with policy and legal requirements Conducting suitability assessments and tenancy audits Supporting households to bid effectively and make informed choices on housing options Responding to accommodation complaints, tenancy breaches, and enforcement issues Working closely with procurement, social services, legal teams, and accommodation providers Handling complex reviews, including preparing documentation for legal proceedings Monitoring high-cost emergency placements and identifying move-on opportunities Liaising with support services to ensure wraparound care and referrals as needed You'll also be the first point of contact for many residents-managing inboxes, phones, and handling enquiries from elected members, MPs, and external advocates. Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a good understanding of homelessness legislation and housing pathways. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative team, make impactful decisions, and contribute to shaping better housing outcomes across the borough. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
