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• Location 1 Castle Court, Castlegate,Dudley, DY1 4RD,United Kingdom, • Employee Type FT Salaried, • Travel 5%, • Manage Others No We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our IMCS digital transformation team in Dudley (West Midlands). In this role, you will lead technical efforts across diverse projects for multiple Mitsubishi Electric businesses — driving architectural decisions, setting technical direction, and delivering production level platforms and the systems thereon end-to-end. You'll operate with significant autonomy, owning problems from ambiguous requirements to reliable, running software. This is a role for engineers who take initiative, pull others along with them, and use every tool at their disposal — including generative AI — to ship quality work faster than anyone thought possible. • Lead the design, development, and delivery of full-stack applications, owning technical direction from architecture through production deployment, • Drive technical decisions and trade-offs, communicating rationale clearly to both engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders, • Leverage generative AI tools (coding assistants, LLM APIs, AI-augmented workflows) to accelerate development, improve code quality, and build AI-powered features into products, • Architect and implement cloud-native systems using containerized deployments, infrastructure as code, and modern CI/CD practices, • Identify and resolve technical risks and bottlenecks proactively — don't wait to be asked, • Collaborate across business units, translating ambiguous business needs into well-scoped technical solutions, • Elevate the team through code reviews, technical mentorship, and establishing engineering best practices, • Rapidly learn and become productive in unfamiliar codebases, technology stacks, and problem domains, • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues spanning the full stack, from frontend UI to backend services and cloud infrastructure, • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent practical experience), • 8+ years of professional software development experience (10+ years preferred), • Demonstrated experience leading technical efforts — designing systems, making architectural calls, and driving projects to completion without close oversight, • Production experience using generative AI to deliver real work products — not just experimenting, but shipping AI-assisted code, AI-powered features, or AI-augmented workflows that are running in production today, • Track record of increasing scope and ownership over your career, • Deep understanding of web application and distributed systems fundamentals (HTTP, REST APIs, authentication, state management, security), • Strong experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, or equivalent), • Strong experience with backend frameworks and API development (e.g., Node.js/Express, FastAPI/Django/Flask, ASP.NET, Spring Boot, or similar), • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server, DynamoDB, MongoDB, Cosmos) including data modeling, query optimization, and understanding trade-offs between storage technologies, • Hands-on experience with generative AI tools and APIs (e.g., LLM-assisted coding, prompt engineering, integrating AI services into applications), • Solid experience with cloud platforms in production (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar), • Experience designing systems for reliability, scalability, and observability, • Ability to navigate and become effective in codebases and technologies you didn't build, with strong debugging and problem-solving skills across the full stack, • A genuine drive to continuously sharpen your craft and adopt better tools and approaches, • Commencement: ASAP, • Full Time Position, 37.5 hours/week, Mon-Fri, • Location: Dudley, West Midlands, • Travel: Some occasional international travel may be required, • Annual bonus up to 4%, • Vacation: 33 days (includes bank holidays and end of year closure), • Excellent working conditions, • Team Building, • 7% company pension contribution, • Cycle to work and EV car schemes Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Digital Solutions, Inc., headquartered in Foxborough, Massachusetts, is a global leader in industrial automation, smart and sustainable buildings, and digital transformation software. Our innovative HMI, SCADA, and Smart Building solutions help organizations around the world visualize, monitor, and optimize their most critical assets and environments. With a presence in over 100 countries and trusted by more than 70% of Global 500 companies, we’re proud to play a key role in shaping the future of manufacturing, infrastructure, and the built environment sectors. Backed by more than 40 years of technological innovation and deep industry expertise, we deliver flexible, scalable, and high-performance solutions that drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement. We are a global, collaborative community of innovators, problem-solvers, and forward-thinkers who are passionate about making a meaningful impact. Whether you’re working alongside colleagues across Europe, the Americas, or Asia, you’ll be part of a team that values knowledge sharing, diverse perspectives, and continuous learning. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive—offering opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology, tackle real-world challenges, and help build smarter, more sustainable communities. As a testament to our excellence and strong partnership with Microsoft, Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Digital Solutions has been recognized as a seven-time Microsoft Partner of the Year award winner. • Is this requisition for a backfill or a new position? New Position #J-18808-Ljbffr

Oculus are working with a long-established and highly regarded regional law firm with offices across the West Midlands and a particularly strong reputation within litigation and dispute resolution work. The firm combines the stability and reputation of a well-established practice with a genuinely supportive and down-to-earth culture. Their litigation department is known for handling a broad and high-quality range of contentious matters across both commercial and property disputes, while still offering solicitors strong levels of autonomy, client contact and progression opportunities. The team has built an excellent reputation for practical, commercially minded advice and longstanding client relationships. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Litigator into their Walsall office. You will manage your own caseload while also supporting on more complex matters where required, including: • Breach of contract disputes, • Tort claims, • Commercial litigation matters, • Commercial and residential property disputes, • Boundary disputes, • Drafting pleadings and court documentation, • Preparing instructions to Counsel, • Managing client and court deadlines, • Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout matters About You • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with around 2-3 years’ PQE, • Experience handling litigation matters independently, • Strong organisational and file management skills, • Confident drafting legal and court documentation, • Commercially minded with strong client care skills, • Able to work collaboratively within a close-knit team environment What’s on Offer • 8% employer pension contribution, • Private healthcare insurance, • 34 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure and Birthday day off, • A range of Bonus schemes, • Agile working arrangements, • Strong long-term progression opportunities If it sounds of interest, please get in touch with me: megan.keyworth-wright@oculuslegalgroup.com 07771357113

Commercial Litigator (5PQE+) to join a well established Dispute Resolution team in the Midlands. The successful candidate will handle a broad caseload of complex commercial disputes, providing high-quality legal advice to corporate and individual clients. This role offers the opportunity to manage significant matters independently while also working as part of a collaborative team on larger, high-value disputes. • Managing a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, and other contentious business matters., • Advising clients strategically on risk management, dispute avoidance, settlement options, and litigation tactics., • Drafting and reviewing pleadings, witness statements, evidence, and other court documents., • Representing clients in the High Court, County Court, and arbitration/ADR forums., • Leading negotiations, mediations, and settlement discussions., • Supervising and supporting junior team members, trainees, and paralegals where appropriate., • Developing and maintaining strong client relationships, actively contributing to business development initiatives., • Keeping abreast of legal developments and ensuring compliance with relevant procedural rules and professional obligations., • Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years’ PQE in commercial litigation/dispute resolution., • Strong technical expertise across a wide range of contentious commercial matters., • Proven ability to manage cases autonomously from instruction through to resolution., • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with strong attention to detail., • Commercial awareness and the ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused advice., • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and instil client confidence., • Experience supervising junior lawyers and contributing to team development is desirable., • A proactive, ambitious, and collaborative approach to practice and client service., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • High-quality work with a varied and interesting caseload., • Direct client contact and early responsibility., • Supportive team culture with opportunities for career progression., • Ongoing professional development and training. If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand today for a highly confidential chat. • Mid-Senior level, • Full-time, • Legal, • Staffing and Recruiting #J-18808-Ljbffr

Criminal Solicitor | Dudley | Full Time | Hybrid | £30,000£55,000 per annum, depending on experience Our client is a law firm with deep roots in the Black Country and a growing presence across the wider West Midlands, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire. Established in 1867, the firm combines its long-standing legal heritage with a modern and forward-thinking approach, with over 140 staff, including more than 70 solicitors. The Role The role will involve managing a varied criminal defence caseload, providing high-quality legal advice and representation while working under the supervision of the Head of the Criminal Department. The successful candidate will have conduct of their own matters on behalf of clients, with appropriate support and supervision. The role will cover a wide range of criminal defence cases, including police station matters, Magistrates Court proceedings and Crown Court cases. The role is primarily based in Dudley, with hybrid working available. Junior candidates may benefit from spending more time in the office during onboarding to receive the support and training required. The role will also involve out-of-hours work, including evening and weekend attendance when on the shared police station rota. Travel to courts across the West Midlands will be required, with mileage and travel expenses covered. Key Responsibilities Manage client matters efficiently and professionally, ensuring all documentation is completed in accordance with company procedures and quality standards Maintain accurate, organised and up-to-date client files, ensuring regular file reviews are undertaken Safeguard the confidentiality and security of all client and company information in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements Keep clients informed of progress on their cases and provide timely updates throughout the matter lifecycle Deliver a professional, courteous and client-focused service at all times Issue Client Care documentation and associated compliance documents promptly and accurately Maintain regular and proactive communication with clients in accordance with Lexcel and firm standards Deal with client enquiries effectively and efficiently and ensure complaints are handled professionally and in accordance with company procedures Maintain clear and precise communication with other members of staff Support, develop and mentor trainee solicitors and support staff within the team Ensure the quality of work produced by support staff is of a high standard Understand obligations relating to client accounts and ensure the preparation and service of bills comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and firm rules Record time accurately on all matters in accordance with departmental requirements Adhere to SRA Standards and Regulations, professional conduct requirements and all company policies and procedures Take positive steps to market the services of the company and department Maintain good working relationships with external institutions and organisations while following the correct code of professional conduct Attend and contribute positively to departmental, practice group and firm-wide meetings Undertake training as required and agreed as part of the annual appraisal process Requirements Essential Qualified Solicitor Experience in criminal law Ability to manage an individual caseload with appropriate support and supervision Ability to deal with police station matters, Magistrates Court proceedings and Crown Court cases Commitment to providing high-quality legal advice and representation Strong client care and communication skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Willingness to undertake out-of-hours work when required as part of the police station rota Willingness to travel to courts across the West Midlands Commitment to ongoing professional development and training Desirable 3 years plus PQE Criminal defence and Legal Aid experience Duty Solicitor status Police Station Accreditation (PSRAS) Working towards Duty Solicitor status and/or Police Station Accreditation Relevant transferable criminal law experience Whats In It For You £30,000£55,000 per annum, depending on experience Annual bonus based on achieving the billing target for the year, with 20% of anything billed and paid over the target Team bonus, with an additional 5 days holiday awarded in the following holiday year if achieved 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Christmas closure Birthday off Health Shield cash plan 2 volunteering days Long service holiday award Hybrid working Mileage and travel expenses covered Support for professional development, training and maintaining or obtaining relevant accreditations Whats next? Its easy! Click APPLY now! We cant wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR. TPBN1_UKTJ

Company description Housing Solicitor Salary: £53,090 - £56,253 per annum plus excellent benefits Location: Walsall, West Midlands Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week Closing Date: 21 August 2026 Interview Date: 27 August 2026 and 3 September 2026 We have an exciting opportunity in our Legal Team for an experienced Housing Solicitor to support and advise on housing related matters, housing condition claims and associated applications and claims. The ideal candidate will have experience of legal case management relating to housing matters eg tenancy breaches, anti-social behaviour and housing condition claims. Youll support the delivery of legal services to whg by providing advice and representation across a range of housing litigation matters. Working closely with the Housing Litigation Manager and wider Legal team, youll manage your own caseload while contributing to a collaborative, supportive environment. Job description Main job responsibilities: Managing a varied caseload of housing management matters including disrepair, rent possession, injunctions, tenancy succession and neighbourhood issues Preparing cases for court, drafting pleadings, witness statements and legal documentation Representing whg in hearings across the County Court, Magistrates Court and First-tier Tribunal Advising colleagues on legal risks, responsibilities and options relating to social housing Working closely with operational teams to support service delivery and case outcomes Ensuring compliance with legislation, court procedures, Civil Procedure Rules and professional standards Supporting knowledge sharing across the organisation, including informal guidance and updates on changes in law Required profile We're looking for someone who has: A law degree or other relevant professional qualification. Qualified Solicitor orFCILEX with 5+ years PQE, with experience of legal case management relating to housing condition claims, including drafting court applications, defences, witness statements, and with knowledge of the associated Civil Procedure Rules and Pre-Action Protocols. Experience of attending, presenting and advocacy in County Court hearings. A keen interest in social housing law, including an understanding of relevant legislation and case law. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to colleagues A collaborative attitude and be proactive in building strong working relationships. Experience in advising on and assisting with litigation, including casework and Court appearances. Experience of understanding and implementing Civil Procedure Rules Strong organisational and time management skills. Experience in court advocacy and case preparation. Good legal drafting skills Strong organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail Proficiency using legal databases and MS Office suite Good research skills Committed team player and ability to adapt well to new challenges Ability to develop and sustain strong relationships with colleagues and third-party stakeholders The ability to show resilience when dealing with challenging situations. Keep up to date of any changes in legislation and court procedures. Maintain professional propriety when dealing with customers who may be in a state of distress during court proceedings. Experience of using a case management system (desirable) What we offer Whats in it for you? In return, you will receive a competitive salary, 27 days annual leave (plus Christmas shut down), a defined benefit pension scheme, health cash plan, a range of shopping and leisure discounts. We are output focused and flexible and believe in giving colleagues the right balance of autonomy and support to enable them to work to their full potential. Despite the high expectation for performance and delivery, we are committed to ensuring colleagues have a healthy work-life balance and able to work in agile ways which support them. TPBN1_UKTJ

Location 1 Castle Court, Castlegate,Dudley, DY1 4RD,United Kingdom.We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our IMCS digital transformation team in Dudley (West Midlands).This role is perfect for engineers who are excited about growth, variety, and continuous learning.You'll work on di

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Exemplar Health Care's Shire Oaks Court in Walsall Wood is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead the catering team and deliver nutritious, delicious meals for residents.

Hartford Care is seeking a Registered Nurse for Bank shifts at Island Court Care Home, 55 Bourne St, Coseley, Bilston, West Midlands, WV14 9HN.You will deliver high standards of clinical care, work with the team, and ensure privacy and independence for residents.Experience in nursing, active NMC PIN

Location 1 Castle Court, Castlegate,Dudley, DY1 4RD,United Kingdom.Please note that the salary range referenced is a general guideline only.Salary differentials are based on multiple factors including (but not limited to), geographic location, education/training, years of relevant experience/seniori

EQUANS is seeking a Part time Morning Cleaner to join our team at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court, 9 North Street, WV1 1RE.This permanent role is 10 hours per week, with a salary of £12.Shift pattern: Monday to Friday 6.You will maintain the building to the highest standard of hygiene, health and s

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an Health & Justice Outreach Practitioner to conduct high-quality community assessments, liaise with police and courts, and coordinate care for adults with complex needs. The role spans Outreach, Reconnect and potential custodial settings, with

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Temporary 24 August to 24 November 2026 Hybrid: 2 days per week in Walsall, including every Tuesday Driving: Full driving licence and access to own vehicle essential Interview: Microsoft Teams We are recruiting for an experienced Planning Officer (Development Management) to join a small and busy planning team in Walsall on an initial three-month contract. Priority will be given to candidates who are available immediately or at short notice. The successful candidate will primarily assist with new and reallocated householder and minor planning applications, pre-applications and associated appeals. The Role You will manage your own planning caseload and support the delivery of an effective Development Management service. Key responsibilities will include: • Managing householder and minor planning applications, • Dealing with pre-application enquiries and providing planning advice, • Assessing planning submissions against relevant legislation and planning policy, • Undertaking site visits, • Preparing clear reports, recommendations and correspondence, • Carrying out consultations and statutory publicity requirements, • Negotiating with applicants, agents and other stakeholders, • Monitoring developments to ensure compliance with planning permissions, • Supporting planning enforcement matters where required, • Preparing statements and dealing with planning/enforcement appeals, • Representing the Council at meetings and appeals where required, • Managing your caseload to meet statutory and local performance targets The full specification confirms that the role can also involve investigating alleged breaches of planning control and preparing enforcement notices, statements of evidence and, where required, giving evidence at hearings, inquiries or court. About You We are looking for someone who has: Previous practical experience within Development Management, planning policy and/or planning enforcement Experience managing a caseload of householder and minor planning applications Good working knowledge of planning legislation Experience providing appropriate planning advice Ability to interpret scaled building drawings and development layouts Strong report-writing and communication skills Ability to manage your own workload and work to deadlines with minimal supervision Confidence dealing with applicants, agents, members of the public, colleagues and Councillors A planning-related degree or equivalent relevant planning/enforcement experience Full driving licence and access to a vehicle These are specifically identified within the Council's person specification. Working Arrangements The position is hybrid, but you must be able to attend Walsall two days each week, including Tuesday, which is the Planning Department's all-team office day. There may also occasionally be a requirement to attend Planning Committee or other public meetings outside normal working hours. £25.27 PAYE | 37 hours | 3-month contract If you're an experienced Planning Officer who can start at short notice and meet the Walsall hybrid requirement, please apply with your latest CV. JBRP1_UKTJ

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking and growing provider, wholl support you to be the best Nurse you can be! Join us as our new Clinical Nurse Manager atShire Oaks Courtcare home in Walsall. Position :Clinical Nurse Manager - Deputy Manager Care home: Shire Oaks Court Loca

About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join the East Locality Family Help & Protection Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an established manager to lead a dedicated team delivering effective safeguarding, family help, and child protection services to children, young people, and families. Working within Children's Social Care, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of social work professionals, ensuring high-quality practice, strong performance, and positive outcomes for children. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, typically consisting of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional supervision to a team of practitioners, ensuring vulnerable children and families receive timely and effective support and protection. You will oversee service delivery across Family Help and Child Protection, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met, risks are effectively managed, and children achieve the best possible outcomes. £41.42 per hour Umbrella 37 Hours Per Week Full Time | Hybrid Working Location: Silver Court, Brownhills Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, support, and develop Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs, and Trainee Social Workers. Oversee assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring statutory timescales and performance standards are achieved. Manage and oversee Family Help Plans and Child Protection Plans, including involvement in pre-proceedings and court proceedings where required. Provide safeguarding oversight and make complex decisions relating to children and families. Monitor team performance through supervision, quality assurance activity, audits, and performance management processes. Promote high-quality, child-centred practice and continuous improvement across the team. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency safeguarding and support. Manage resources and delegated budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and positive service outcomes. Support recruitment, induction, training, and professional development of staff. Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards.Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Significant experience within Children's Social Care and safeguarding services. Previous management or supervisory experience within a Family Help, Assessment, Safeguarding, or Child Protection setting. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding frameworks. Experience of performance management, quality assurance, and workforce development. Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS may be eligible for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules. If you are an experienced Children's Social Care Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you

4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing & Welfare Officer to work for our client based in Walsall. Purpose of the role: To provide a highly specialised Housing and Welfare service an all matters relating to Housing, Housing rights in accordance with the homelessness legislation, income maximisation, promotion of welfare benefits, protection of welfare rights and the delivery of increased prosperity and wellbeing to customers across the borough in accordance with Council policy, procedure and objectives. To support the delivery of joint working and externally funded projects and initiatives within the service and with other partner agencies/stakeholders. To represent customers in Tribunals and/or Court Hearings in relation to Housing and Welfare matters. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: To work with members of the public who are applying for housing or welfare benefits assistance from the Council, offering high standards of customer care at all times. To work effectively and efficiently to assess risk and escalate issues of concern, minimise customer-waiting times, reduce the number of missed and unanswered telephone calls and to maximise the resolution of all customer enquiries at the first point of contact. To prevent and resolve homelessness wherever possible by providing advice, support and information to those with housing need To assess the suitability of households for participation in the Council’s private rented sector access scheme (direct lettings) based on their present housing situation, income, support needs and other circumstances. To advise households looking for private rented sector accommodation in relation to their obligations as a tenant and to provide appropriate support and assistance in any efforts made to secure accommodation; including support and assistance in relation to the accurate and timely submission of Housing Benefit claims and the updating/completion of any other claim for welfare benefits. To make decisions on the outcome of individual homelessness applications in cases under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 as amended, accepting or refusing duties as appropriate in accordance with statute, case law and the Homelessness Code of Guidance. In line with framework of statute law, Central government guidance, case law precedents, and other relevant legal instruments. To manage the assisted choice process for applicants who are assessed as having a priority for housing under the Council’s scheme of allocation and nominations. To make appropriate referrals to other agencies where the nature of their support needs requires a more complex level of intervention e.g. applicants with serious mental health issues, ex-offenders, entrenched rough sleepers and applicants with serious substance misuse problems. To be responsible for the nomination of applicants with sufficient priority for housing association and other accommodation (including long term temporary accommodation and private rented sector) in accordance with the Council’s scheme of allocation. To provide appropriate advice and information about welfare benefits and housing options to all callers requiring assistance. To provide an advice and information service to non-priority need applicants to assist them in their own efforts to secure suitable accommodation. To carry out full housing options interviews/assessments with all applicants threatened with homelessness, carrying out enquiries into applicants’ circumstances, checking and verifying documents where housing assistance is requested, providing advice and appropriate assistance including money advice to enable applicants to remain in existing accommodation or to source alternative affordable accommodation. To prevent and resolve homelessness wherever possible by negotiation with and/or between personal callers, their families, landlords, solicitors, financial institutions and other housing providers. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Proven experience of working in line with Housing Legislation, Welfare Benefits, Housing and Council Tax benefit, money management, regulations and working practises. Proven knowledge and ability to interpret legislation and law and how it impacts customer service deliver. Proven experience of developing and maintaining good working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. An ability to understand people and the complex nature of some of their interactions Enhanced DBS check Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email

Alma Personnel are pleased to announce they they have been selected to recruit an experienced Legal Secretarial Assistant to be based from their Walsall offices working within the Family Law department. You will have fast accurate typing skills, computer literate. A good working knowledge of family law procedures, familiar with online legal aid applications and billing procedures would be an advantage Skills:- • Have at least 1 year experience of Family/public law matters., • Computer literate with fast accurate typing skills, • Excellent team player with a keen interest to providing a first class service to clients, • High empathy when speaking with vulnerable clients facing family or care proceedings, • Familiar with legal aid applications and billing procedures, • Familiar with care proceedings, bundles and court proceedings Tasks and Duties:- • Review incoming email for immediate Court orders from local authority and others, • Scanning post and saving to case management system., • Making Legal Aid applications, • Upload of mandatory documents, updates and funding requests to the Legal Aid Agency via the Client and Case Management System Diary management, • Time Recording, • Contacting independent social workers, medical experts to confirm availability and sending out formal instruction letters., • Creating, index and paginate electronic court bundles containing Court Orders, threshold findings and expert reports using software, • Opening new files and performing conflict of interest checks for new cases in accordance with policies, • Billing management If you feel you have the right skills and experience, apply now stating why you would be suitable for this position

Location: Wasall centre - no parking Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Are you an experienced Legal Assistant/secretary with a passion for supporting vulnerable clients? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience in childcare or public law matters? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Our client, is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join their established Care Team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and professional firm that is committed to delivering outstanding legal services to families and individuals involved in care proceedings. Candidates with previous experience in Child Care/Public Law are highly desirable. Experience within Family or Divorce Law will also be considered, as this provides valuable transferable knowledge. The Role As a Legal Assistant within the Care Team, you'll play a key role in supporting solicitors with a varied caseload, ensuring matters progress efficiently while providing a compassionate service to clients during challenging times. Key Responsibilities Monitoring and managing the urgent inbox, prioritising court orders, emergency applications and time-sensitive correspondence from local authorities and other professionals. Preparing and submitting Legal Aid applications. Managing Legal Aid administration, including uploading mandatory documents, funding requests and case updates via the Client and Cost Management System (CCMS). Electronic diary management and scheduling appointments. Accurate time recording. Scanning and uploading incoming post and legal documents onto the case management system. Liaising with independent social workers, psychologists, medical experts and other professionals to coordinate reports and formal instructions. Preparing, indexing and paginating electronic court bundles using software such as BundleDocs. Opening new client files and carrying out conflict checks in line with firm procedures. Preparing completed matters for final billing and file closure. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: At least one year's experience working within childcare/public law matters. Previous experience in a legal assistant or legal secretary role. Excellent IT skills with fast and accurate typing ability. Experience with Legal Aid applications and billing procedures. Knowledge of care proceedings, court processes and electronic court bundles. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. A professional, empathetic and compassionate approach when dealing with vulnerable clients. The ability to prioritise a busy workload and work effectively as part of a team. A genuine commitment to providing exceptional client care. What's on Offer? Full-time, permanent position. Monday to Friday working hours (9:00am - 5:00pm). Workplace pension scheme. Supportive and friendly team environment. Opportunity to work within a respected and well-established legal practice. Varied and rewarding role where you can make a real difference to clients during difficult times