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My Client, a top 10 Global Law firm, who boast over 200-year history of providing cutting edge Legal advice to some of the most respected household names across the world seek an Executive Assistant to support Board Level Partners. Having over 25 Global offices and over 2,500 employees, it's no wonder they continuously win awards across all of their 10 core areas of Law. The role itself supports Senior Partners who require support with projects, business development, diary and email management and travel to name a few! This would suit a Senior Legal PA looking to transfer their skills to a new and challenging role. • Liverpool Street, • Supporting Partners, • Restructuring Department, • Paying above average on salary - please enquire for further details on this, • Hybrid working - 2 days working from home, • 9:30am - 5:30pm, • Flexible benefits package including pension, private medical, season ticket loan, subsidised gym memberships, lifestyle discount scheme plus many more Snapshot of Duties: • Proactively manage diaries, including organising appointments, conferences and meetings etc., • Assist with projects, managing the administrative process., • Handling sensitive and confidential information., • Coordinating the business development., • Coordinate travel arrangements., • Diarise, manage and coordinate events, reservations, seminars etc., • Coordinate and produce accurate documents, reports and presentations., • Respond to communications and draft correspondence as appropriate. Candidates must have at least 5 years' experience of working within a Law firm, supporting Senior Partners.

Hi, we’re PEXA!We know you’ll Google us before applying, so let’s keep this brief. PEXA revolutionised the way that property is settled in Australia, turning a paper-based process into a digital one. Our solution is a world-first, with over 500 people across Australia and an expanding international team, we’re helping 20,000+ families into their homes each week. We’re passionate about solving problems for our customers – always striving to set the standard for how property is bought and sold. Being awarded as one of the best places to work in Australia is a recognition of our culture and commitment to innovation, customers and our community. We’re growing fast, that is where you come in. We believe our success in Australia is worth sharing and that our proven technology will advance how the UK buys and sells homes. Establishing ourselves within the UK in late 2020, we are committed to collaborating with lawyers, conveyancers, lenders, government and the property industry, to set the new standard for both remortgages and buying and selling property. Why become a PEXArian?Great question! Being a PEXArian is so much more than just a job. We’re a passionate, motivated and unashamedly enthusiastic bunch at PEXA – we love what we do and we’re proud to admit it! Creating brilliant experiences for our members and their clients wouldn’t be possible without ensuring we deliver an exceptional employee experience. Here’s a snapshot of what your life at PEXA could look like: Your growth:We encourage you to hit your personal and professional learning and development goals with our tailored programs and tools. Your wellness:We care about your holistic wellbeing Your work/life blend:We know that work is just one aspect of your life – we want to help you create your ideal work/life blend, rather than squeezing in life around work. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Legal Counsel with assistant company secretarial level responsibilities to join our entrepreneurial FinTech business operating in the regulated UK financial services sector. The primary responsibility of the ideal candidate will be to provide hands-on experience in board support and corporate governance but also provide strong commercial legal acumen in negotiating complex contracts. You will report to the General Counsel and provide legal and governance support across the group, including subsidiaries, and will play a pivotal role in helping the business scale in a compliant, commercially-sound, and operationally effective manner. Company Secretarial & Governance • Provide comprehensive support to the Company Secretary in preparing for and facilitating board and committee meetings: drafting agendas, circulating board packs (via Diligent or similar platforms), taking accurate minutes, issuing written resolutions recording actions, and following up on all matters on a proactive basis., • Maintain statutory registers (directors, members, PSCs, conflicts etc.)., • Ensure compliance with the Companies Act 2006 and UK Corporate Governance Code., • Prepare and file confirmation statements, director appointments, • Support the Company Secretary in the administration of share-related matters, including share issuances, transfers, and dividend payments and other filings with Companies House., • Monitor corporate governance developments, update relevant stakeholders, and assist with implementing updated governance policies and procedures., • Provide guidance to directors and senior management on directors’ duties and regulatory obligations., • Support shareholder engagement, including AGM/EGM logistics and shareholder communications. Legal, Corporate & Commercial • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, partnership, supplier, and customer contracts including bank lender panel client contracts and working with conveyancers and suppliers, • Manage relationships with panel clients, lenders, conveyancers, and suppliers across the UK regulated property and lending ecosystem., • Advice on intellectual property matters including trademarks and brand protection., • Ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws (including UK GDPR); provide legal input into privacy notices, internal training, and product development with Tech and Product teams., • Provide strategic legal support to business integrations, commercial initiatives, and procurement activities., • Support legal risk assessments and implement scalable processes to mitigate legal exposure and drive operational excellence., • Liaise with external counsel where specialist advice is needed. Qualifications and Experience • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with approx. 4 years’ PQE, • Experience working in-house, ideally some of which is gained from a regulated industry such as FinTech, • Experience in corporate and commercial legal matters, including experience in negotiating commercial contracts is essential, • Demonstrated experience in company secretarial duties, including board meeting preparation and statutory compliance., • Experience with data privacy is essential., • Familiarity with governance frameworks applicable to FCA/PRA regulated businesses would be of benefit., • Qualified solicitor admitted to practise English law., • An ICSA or equivalent governance qualification highly desirable, • Excellent drafting, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Highly organised, self-starter, capable of working independently in a fast-paced, scale-up environment.£80,000 - £90,000 a yearSounds like you?We at PEXA are ready so if this role sounds like you apply today. GDPR ComplianceDigital Completion UK Limited (trading name “PEXA”), Optima Legal Services Limited (trading name "Optima Legal") and Smoove Limited (a holding company which comprises of the following wholly owned trading Subsidiary companies: United Legal Services Limited, United Home Services Limited, Legal-Eye Limited, and Amity Law Limited) are all owned directly by DigCom UK Holdings Limited, which is a wholly owned Subsidiary of PEXA Group Limited in Australia (ACN 140 677 792; ASX: PXA) (referred to collectively as “PEXA Group”). When we process your applicant personal data for recruitment purposes, we do so as a controller. If as part of the recruitment process, we share your personal data with another company within the PEXA Group, that company may process your personal data as either an independent controller or, in certain circumstances, a joint controller. By applying for this role, you consent to us processing your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation ("UK GDPR") and the Data Protection Act 2018, and further information can be found in our privacy notice _. #PEXAUK

Conveyancing Assistant / Legal Assistant / Legal Administration Support / Legal Secretary Residential Property / Conveyancing Department Southport office based PR9 Full time permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Salary + bonus + benefits including 28 days holiday. New to the market.........come and find a prestigious new home for your career in the centre of Southport, Merseyside. Napthens are hiring a Legal Assistant to support our Residential Property, conveyancing department. Working closely with our residential property solicitors you will be required to assist in the day-to-day progression of files, office administration and management of diaries’, calls and internal administration. Work experience gained within any similar property department as a legal assistant or legal secretary would certainly be helpful. Your IT skills operating a case management system are essential. We use Proclaim and if you have used this system before that would be a nice bonus. Your working knowledge of property, commercial, residential, conveyancing and or real estate would help you in this position. Please be aware that we would like you to work in our Southport office on a full time basis. At Napthens, the quality of our work and our clients speaks for itself. Come and talk to us about finding a new residence for your career.

A leading brand in the food industry is seeking a Greek Speaking Executive Assistant to join its team. The company’s product range includes high quality, authentic multi-award-winning products and its brand is trusted, and renowned for its dedication to excellence and innovation. They are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support both the business owner and Managing Director. This is a unique and varied role combining high-level administrative support, communication, and coordination duties in a fast-paced international business environment. It is essential that the successful candidate is fluent in both written and spoken English and Greek. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be the central point of contact between the London office and the owner, who splits his time between London and Greece. This is a newly created role and the company has a high staff retention rate. The job is based at the company’s London office in Leyton. This is a hybrid position, offering remote working, however it is important that you are available to be in the office when the owner is in London. As the Executive Assistant you will: • Provide daily executive-level administrative support to the owner and Managing Director., • Manage complex diaries across international time zones., • Manage inboxes, prioritising and responding to communications on behalf of the executives., • Coordinate international and domestic travel arrangements., • Serve as the primary liaison between the owner and the London-based teams., • Ensure effective and timely communication in both English and Greek., • Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations, dealing with sensitive and confidential information., • Assist in organising board meetings, supplier meetings, and internal strategy sessions., • Support with personal administrative tasks for the owner when required, maintaining a high level of discretion., • Maintain office systems and improving administrative processes., • Occasionally accompanying the Owner or MD to meetings or events in the UK and Europe as needed. We are looking for a Greek Speaking Executive Assistant with the following skills, attributes, and experience: • Proven experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant supporting senior leadership, ideally in a fast-paced or international business environment., • Strong academic background preferred., • Fluent in both Greek and English (spoken and written) – essential., • Fluency in Dutch would be beneficial., • Highly organised with strong multitasking ability and meticulous attention to detail., • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using digital communication and project management tools., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills., • A confident, proactive, and professional demeanour., • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate needs and work independently., • Experience or interest in the food distribution or FMCG sector would be an advantage., • Flexibility to travel if required and to accommodate communications across UK/Greece time zones. You must be highly organised and able to remain calm under pressure. It would suit a person who is discreet, proactive and comfortable with a fast-paced environment. You will need to be agile and comfortable dealing with frequent changes to priorities – it’s a role that requires adaptability and initiative. In return you will receive a competitive salary plus: • Pension, • BUPA Healthcare, • Employee Discounts on products, • Training and development, • Cycle to work scheme, • Travel card loan, • Discretionary bonus If this sounds like the Executive Assistant role foryou, click apply now. Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.

Legal Secretary/Team Assistant • Reputable London legal firm, • Full time role paying up to £38,000 plus benefits, • Hybrid role (2 days per week from home) A leading law firm in Central London is looking for a Team Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will provide administrative support for Legal PA's and fee earners. Duties will include: • Preparation of documents for clients/courts, • Maintaining client files, • Support client billing processes, • Sending out documents for signature, • Update on file status and chasing any missing information, • Opening of new client matters, • Arranging client meetings and organising of travel arrangements, • Phone/email response to client queries To be considered suitable for this role you will need to have the following skills and experience; • Proven secretarial/administrative experience within a similar environment (legal, professional services etc.), • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • Strong skills with document management and Microsoft Office

Job Title: Legal Operations Manager Reporting to: Group General Counsel Global University Systems (GUS) is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter and more sustainable future for all. Our institutions offer the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible and digital-first learning. We offer a choice of career-enhancing certificates, degrees and post-graduate level qualifications, equipping our thriving multi-national community of students for lifelong success. Our world-leading network and state-of-the-art institutions power the upskilling of our students worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Legal Operations Manager to provide critical operational support to our in‑house Legal function. This role will work closely with the Group General Counsel and Legal team to drive efficiency, consistency, and value across legal processes, systems, and ways of working. Key Responsibilities: Onboarding & Offboarding: Coordinate onboarding and offboarding of Legal team members alongside the Senior Executive Legal Assistant, including systems and process training. Legal Operations & Process Improvement: Review and optimise legal processes, embedding clear ways of working and ensuring compliance with agreed playbooks and manuals. Legal Tech & AI Enablement: Oversee the adoption and optimisation of legal technology and AI tools, working with suppliers and internal teams to ensure effective integration. Communications: Draft clear updates from the Legal team to stakeholders, covering process changes, policy updates and key initiatives. Invoice & PO Management: Manage legal invoicing queries, monitor compliance with billing guidelines, and liaise with Finance and external law firms. Knowledge Management & Training: Maintain legal knowledge hubs, templates, playbooks and matter management data. Support the delivery of training on legal processes and tools. Project Management: Support and coordinate legal operations projects aligned to priorities set by the Group General Counsel. About You Highly organised, detail‑focused and comfortable managing multiple priorities Proactive, pragmatic and solution‑oriented Strong communicator, confident working with senior stakeholders Tech‑savvy, with experience using systems such as Agresso, Sage, and iManage Collaborative and able to work effectively with Legal, Finance, IT and external law firms Strong planning, prioritisation and delivery skills Skills & Experience Experience in senior operations roles, ideally within a legal or professional services environment Strong capability in data management, MI reporting and business intelligence tools Experience with legal case management / intake systems and data governance Proven experience delivering or influencing cross‑functional operational projects Good understanding of cybersecurity and data security principles relevant to system access and data management What we offer: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - time to rest, recharge, and balance life beyond work. Hybrid working - most roles offer hybrid or flexible arrangements to support work-life balance. Contributory Pension Scheme - 5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution, so you can build long-term financial security with added benefits of the company contributions. Private Medical Insurance (T&C's apply) - prioritising your wellbeing with speedy access to healthcare whenever you need support. Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply) - spread the cost of your commute with an interest-free travel loan. Eye Care Vouchers - support for regular eye tests and essential eyewear. Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply) - access to short courses via FutureLearn and Group-wide professional development programmes. Staff Discount Scheme - via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers – Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics, etc Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support for your wellbeing, whenever you need it. Refer a Friend Scheme for staff members (T&C's apply) - earn rewards for helping us bring great talent into the team If you feel this is the role you are looking for, please click below to apply for the role! We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success in your job search. GUS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. Our data privacy policy can be viewed _.

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE. Role Title: Principal / Senior / Legal Advisors (UK-based candidates only) Role Nature: Volunteer Location: Home-based The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. We are looking to recruit highly motivated and enthusiastic Legal Advisor VOLUNTEERS to join our Director-General’s Office (Legal Advisory Section). The ideal candidate is driven and experienced, and looking to make a difference in international climate change governance. The successful candidate will provide expert and strategic legal advice to the Director-General, Chief of Staff, Company Secretary, and all BCI divisions, concerning the legal obligations and operations of BCI and assist in the minimization of any legal risk exposure, including employment law, contract law, privacy law, and competition law, etc. Responsibilities: • Managing the Legal Advisory Section and supervising legal advisors;, • Providing advice on legal matters;, • Evaluating and weighing multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action;, • Supporting the formulation or review of internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors;, • Drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing documents;, • Formulating formalities regarding settlements of disputes;, • Monitoring the implementation of the legal clauses;, • Advise members on legal issues and risks, including corporate and charity governance, fundraising, marketing, competition, data protection, trademarks, copyright, defamation, and litigation matters, etc. Core competencies • Strong analytical and research skills including critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills;, • Effective interpersonal and communication skills;, • Ability to work well within a team and individually;, • Seeking a complementary range of specialisms (charity, commercial, corporate, contract, employment, litigation, and others). Skills & Abilities • Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;, • Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work;, • Excellent problem-solving skills;, • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude is an indispensable skills required for this role, • Excellent problem-solving skills;, • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude are indispensable skills required for this role General & Specialist Knowledge • Excellent use of Microsoft Office 365 suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) is essential to perform in this role; and, • Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, • Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work;, • Some knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred. Education & Training • (Legal Assistant) Minimum requirement: Bachelor's Degree / Postgraduate Degree in Law (e.g. LLB or GDL);, • (Legal Advisor) Minimum requirement: Qualified solicitor/barrister in the UK with some post-qualification experience in either private practice or in-house (ideally, some in-house experience is highly preferable), • (Senior Legal Advisor) Minimum requirement: Qualified solicitor/barrister in the UK with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in either private practice or in-house (at least some in-house experience is highly preferable), • (Principal Legal Advisor) Minimum requirement: Qualified solicitor/barrister in the UK with a minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in either private practice or in-house (at least some in-house experience is highly preferable) Relevant Experience • Proven general counsel experience in a not-for-profit environment;, • Overall broad legal knowledge (corporate law, contract law, employment law, or litigations, etc.);, • In-depth understanding of how legal issues affect organizations;, • Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives;, • Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders; and, • Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward blockchain-related projects using your own initiative. Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network. Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include: • You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,, • Your mind will be mentally stimulated, hence providing you with a sense of purpose;, • You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies; and, • Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection. Selection Process As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment. Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions) Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions) Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role) Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

An exciting and innovative Music/Tech business are seeking an English & Dutch speaking Accounts Assistant. You must be able to speak English & Dutch. Reporting to the Head of Accounting, the Accounts Assistant to manage and post financial transactions across multiple legal entities internationally. You'll process supplier invoices, payments, and accruals, ensuring transactions are accurately posted in local accounting systems. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role - ideal for someone who takes pride in doing things accurately and consistently in a multi-entity environment. What you will bring…. • 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or transnational finance, • Familiarity with EU VAT and invoice compliance standards such as the current transition to e-invoicing., • Experience of accruals and prepayments., • Fluent in English and Dutch Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Assistant Plan Coordinator • Location: Barnsley S70, • Job Type: Temporary Contract, Full-time, Hybrid, • Salary: £13.69 PAYE per hour We are seeking an Assistant Plan Coordinator to carry out statutory duties related to casework for children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on behalf of the Local Authority. This role also supports the Early Help Team and is crucial in implementing the Council’s statutory duties. Day-to-day of the role: • Support the implementation and maintenance of education health and care plans for children and young people., • Respond to customer enquiries through multiple channels including telephony, face-to-face, and email, ensuring adherence to the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice and safeguarding issues., • Provide comprehensive information, advice, and guidance on statutory Special Educational Needs processes to internal and external stakeholders., • Work closely with key stakeholders to deliver service improvements and promote the Council’s Digital First principles to shift from paper-based applications to online portals., • Prepare for and administer Statutory Assessment panels according to statutory timescales, including tracking cases, creating agendas, attending meetings, taking accurate minutes, and disseminating actions. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Experience working with legal proces...