Active staff jobs in Epsom

Private Client Solicitor Location: Surrey or West Sussex Permanent Full Time Salary: £60,000k + Our client is looking for a Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 3PQE. You will manage your own caseload from initial instructions from client to post completion matters to include opening/closing files. Reporting to the Partner, you will provide clear, comprehensive and accurate legal advice to clients, carry out client sourcing activities in accordance with internal targets and run files in accordance with all internal, professional conduct and accounts rules and obligations. Key Responsibilities as Private Client Solicitor: - Provide support and assistance to colleagues by assisting with overflow work within the department and maintain support during the holidays and sick leave. - Run transactions smoothly to conclusion providing a high level of service. - Provide clients with comprehensive and accurate legal advice. - Attend upon clients on the telephone and in person. - Respond promptly to all written and telephone communications in accordance with the office manual. - Liaise with solicitors, agents and any other third parties in a timely and professional manner. - To keep abreast of legal developments in the fee earner’s sphere of practice and defer to expert third party advice where appropriate. - Comply with all professional, regulatory and statutory training requirements along with all internal, professional conduct and accounts rules and obligations. - Keep up-to-date and comply with all procedural, regulatory and professional charges relevant to the job description and professional qualification. - Draft all necessary documentation required to progress the client’s case and to proofread documents. - Ensure that paper and electronic files are up to date, accurate and organised. - Prioritise work to meet deadlines agreed with the client or any other party involved with the matter. - To ensure that all information used in managing the files and storing deeds and wills and any other documents relating to the case are accurately recorded. - Maintain accurate billing records by recording time appropriately and to promptly and regularly bill clients for work conducted. - Keep active watch on all WIP levels and chase aged bills conscientiously. - Meet time recording, billing and other performance targets. - Ensure that all requisite deadlines relating to the case are accurately recorded in the central diary system. - Type own letters and documents as required. - Assist other fee earners/members of staff as directed by the Managing Partner. - To ensure that all matters requiring chasing are recorded in the diary system maintained in the office and are followed up regularly. Key Requirements: - To treat clients and colleagues with respect and tact bearing in mind individual needs and always ensuring confidentiality. - Take a proactive approach to building professional relationships with clients and other contacts. - Present a smart appearance and wear attire suitable for a professional business environment. - Maintain and promote the good image of the firm. - Act as an ambassador/promoter of the firm. Disclaimer: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles, unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role.

We are recruiting a Cook/Cafe Supervisor. Reporting to: Hospitality Manager Location: The Horton Arts Centre, Epsom Hours: Full time Tuesday to Saturday (40 hours per week) This role would generally be Tuesday to Saturday day shifts with occasional evening required. Part-time considered (Minimum 24 hours) Salary: £25,000 (full time) Benefits - Pro-rata holiday pay - Staff discount in café - Free parking - Feel-good factor working for a local charity 🙂 - Family & friends offers on selected tickets The Horton Arts Centre is a growing not-for-profit venue for creative arts, heritage and events, in a renovated former chapel. It is run by a charity. The Horton’s Café-Bar offers fresh and excellent quality food and drink. It is a social hub that also provides hospitality for our events and private hires that take place at the venue. We have been awarded the maximum award of 5 for Food Hygiene and Safety. The Horton is currently open to the public 5 days per week 9.15-4.30pm Tuesday to Saturday, plus specific evenings for performances and events. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Cook/Café Supervisor to join our friendly team and play a leading role in the next phase of our inspiring social enterprise. This is a great opportunity to develop personally and professionally in a forward-thinking, ambitious organisation. As Cook / Café Supervisor, you will take the lead on our preparing our food offering, develop a seasonal menu in partnership with the leadership team and support the Hospitality Manager with the day to day running of our café-bar. What we are looking for Our ideal candidate will: - have professional experience as a Cook, with training in Food Hygiene and, ideally, a qualification in Professional Cookery - have front-of-house experience in a café, bar or other venue - have experience in supervising other members of a team - be a good communicator, who makes quick, effective decisions - welcome new ideas, leading with positive behaviour and a can-do approach - sets a great example to others as a hands-on team player - enjoys helping to maintain a healthy work environment, supporting and motivating staff Job description Principal duties – Cook To be responsible for the food preparation and service from the Café at The Horton. This includes: - preparing food to a high standard of taste and presentation. - preparing food in accordance with food safety, hygiene and allergens best practice. - ensuring food waste is kept to a minimum. - ensuring the kitchen and storage areas are clean and hygienic at all times . - delegating food preparation tasks to other members of the café team. - taking responsibility for the preparation of food for private events ensuring that these are catered for to the highest possible standard. - supporting the Hospitality Manager with food ordering, stock management and implementation of health and safety policies and procedures. - establishing good working relationships with local suppliers. - working with the Hospitality Manager to develop the café and private event hospitality menus. Principal duties – Café Supervisor To be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Café-Bar at The Horton when the Hospitality Manager is not on site. This includes: - Being a hands-on member of the team, both front and back of house. - Maintaining consistently high standards of presentation of the Café-Bar. - Customer service including till operation. - Supervising the café/bar team, and directing their activities as required. - Providing excellent customer service, including addressing any customer feedback. - Opening and closing duties, including daily cleaning schedules, cashing out, locking up etc. - Ensuring that the café team follow procedures for reducing energy consumption and correct recycling and disposal of waste. - Principal duties – other - Taking part in the Duty Management rota for The Horton, responding to emergencies, incidents and customer complaints as required. - Exercising discretion and respect the need for confidentiality at all times. - Maintaining The Horton’s high standards and reputation at all times. - Promoting The Horton’s values of inclusion and welcoming diversity in all aspects of your work. - Undertaking such other duties as may reasonably be required. If a DBS clearance is not currently held, then you may be required to undertake a DBS check. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Closing date: 19 May 2024 Interviews may be held prior to the closing date for early applicants.