International development jobs in Greenford

We are an international trading company dealing with luxury fragrances and cosmetics. We are looking for a self motivated, university graduate to undertake a range of responsibilities in supporting the sales and marketing teams and respective Directors. Full job description Director Support / Assistant Are you an experienced and highly competent Assistant seeking a unique and fulfilling role? We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant to support our Directors in sales and marketing. This exciting opportunity involves a blend of executive assistance responsibilities. Role Summary: As a Support / Assistant to the Directors you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Director’s professional roles. This role requires a highly organised, reliable, and adaptable individual who thrives in a dynamic environment. Your responsibilities will include a wide range of administrative tasks. Key Responsibilities: Executive Support: - Organise and manage the Director's busy schedule, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements. - Efficiently handle email correspondence, phone calls, and other administrative tasks. - Assist with project coordination, research, and documentation as required. - Liaise with the administration team and other employees to ensure smooth operations. Efficiently manage and prioritise the Director's schedule, appointments, and meetings. Assist with business-related tasks, including communication with employees and the administration team. Occasionally work remotely while also being available at the Director's home address Miscellaneous Responsibilities: - Flexible and adaptable, able to manage many tasks. - Facilitate remote and in-person communication between the Director and team members. - Maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information. Qualifications and Skills: - Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, showcasing excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team and interact professionally with colleagues and clients. - Valid UK driving license preferred. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, CRM, Power Point and other relevant software. What We Offer: - A dynamic and supportive work environment to enhance career growth. - Room for growth and professional development. If you are a motivated individual with a track record of excellence, we invite you to join our team and become an integral part of our mission. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you can contribute to this unique role. Our specialist is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Person Specification: - Essential Qualifications and Skills: - Proven experience as a Personal Assistant with references. - Exceptional organisational and time-management skills. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. - Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks efficiently. - A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. - Personal Attributes: - Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and tasks. - A problem-solver with a can-do attitude, who can work independently and as part of a team. Benefits: - Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. - Opportunities for professional development and training. - Being part of a supportive and inclusive team, making a difference in the lives of neurodiverse individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from all individuals, including those with neurodiverse conditions. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace. Job Types: Full-time

We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a legal firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer a hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression. The company has a strong desire to build the practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property and at least some experience in all two areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work part time However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs.

We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a law firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression, which includes a route to partnership. The company has a strong desire to build the law practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property; or (3) immigration - and at least some experience in all three areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus, private health and dental insurance, subsidised gym membership. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work 40 hours a week. However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs. Part-time work and career breaks are sometimes possible, but you'll need to keep up to date with changes to the law. Hybrid work - spending some time working from home and some in the office - could also be possible.