Legal Administrator Jobs
The Administrator will play a crucial role in supporting the operations of the e-Assessment Association. This position is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Association’s daily activities, including membership management, event coordination, communication, and financial administration. The ideal candidate will be organised, ‘tech-savvy’, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills, with a passion for supporting the growth and development of the e-assessment community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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WHAG is a leading charity delivering quality support services to vulnerable homeless women, young parents and women men and their families who are affected by domestic abuse, across the of North West England. Improving the safety and life opportunities of the people who use our services and supporting them in their recovery.
We support the people we work with to overcome the experiences they have had. We empower them to build up the skills and resources they need to take control of their own lives, access a tenancy of their own and maintain a quality of life in the long term. We give them the information they need to make positive choices about their futures.
As well as delivering courses to our staff WHAG delivers Healthy relationship training to employers and schools to assist in the education and prevention of Domestic abuse.
Our Vision - To support and empower vulnerable women and those affected by domestic abuse.
Our Mission - End Domestic Abuse, Homelessness, and relationship breakdown.
Our Values - Empowerment, Choice, Change, Strength
Guiding Principles - Our guiding principles help define how we will act at all times through the development and delivery of WHAG in the future.
Please provide a cover letter explaining how you meet the person's specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We are seeking to recruit a Legal Clinic Administrator to help with the day-to-day administration of the Dickson Poon School of Law’s award-winning Legal Clinic, King’s Legal Clinic.
About the role
The Legal Clinic Administrator will work under the Legal Clinic Manager and be expected to provide administrative support in a varied and demanding environment.
A key function will be the day-to-day administration and promotion of the Legal Clinic. This will include working with students to deal with initial client enquiries in a range of Legal clinics, booking appointments, supporting students in the organisation of client interviews and management of case files, managing the administration of the office in accordance with the Clinic’s policies and procedures and liaising with members of the public, the legal profession and voluntary organisations.
The role holder must have excellent organisational, IT, and communication skills and an ability to relate to and work with a diverse range of students, partner organisations and clients.
The position is likely to be of particular interest to either:
I. A legal administrator/legal secretary with an interest in access to justice and higher education; or
II. A experienced administrator working in a busy office dealing with confidential and sensitive data, for e.g health service provider
The Dickson Poon School of Law embraces equality, diversity and inclusion. We attract students and staff from across the world, from many different backgrounds, with a variety of ethnicities, religions, and sexual and gender identities. We promote flexible working as a key enabler of inclusion. We particularly encourage and welcome applications from women, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, and from candidates who are LGBTQ+ and/or have a disability.
This is a part time post for 3 days per week (21 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. There is a possibility that the role will be increased to 4 days at a later date.
The role is based on the Strand campus, some home working is possible primarily outside of term time with the agreement of the Clinic Manager.
Contact details: Corinna Bramble-Gallazzi.
Closing date: 03 November 2024.
To apply, please click “Apply Now”.
SMART is a vibrant and busy Charity supporting people affected by mental illness. Our main hub is in Chelsea, where we run a number of work and training projects for members to learn new skills; build confidence and; develop a strong network of support. We also work in partnership with members to develop and deliver a programme of social, healthy and holisitic recovery activities in a friendly and enabling environment. We are looking for a highly organised and experienced administrator who can help us manage all elements of our operations, and provide a welcoming first point of contact to suppliers, referrers and the people we serve. The administrator will be responsible for a small team of members who help with administration work.
To apply for this role, please send us your CV, and a covering letter (maximum, 2 A4 pages), detailing any relevant experience that you have, and covering the "competencies" part of the job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Thomson Reuters Foundation is looking for a Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media to join our TrustLaw team.
As Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will provide dedicated project leadership to continue to pilot the operationalization and implementation of a legal offering to support journalists and independent newsrooms, whose safety and independence are under threat.
You will report to TrustLaw’s Head of Special Projects, while working closely with the TrustLaw and the Media Freedom teams. You will manage one Legal Officer, Media Freedom.
This is a fixed-term 12-month contract based in London.
About the Role:
As our Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will:
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Map evolving trends and legal threats for journalists, media freedom NGOs and independent media outlets and identify the most pressing legal gaps and needs
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Build excellent relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, including expanding our network of expert NGOs and legal teams working in the media, journalism and media freedom space
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Refine the operating model for the media-legal offering based on feedback received, including intake process, eligibility requirements, project flow, and impact monitoring mechanisms
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Work closely with our Media Freedom and Programmes team to ensure alignment and integration of the media-legal offering within the Foundation's existing media freedom work, and to identify other innovative programming, products and approaches that best leverage the Foundation’s assets
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Scope, and support the management of pro bono or low bono legal requests and cross-border research projects that address critical needs of journalists, media freedom NGOs and independent media outlets
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Scope and oversee the development of tools, resources, trainings and other content on key legal issues of relevance to journalists and independent media outlets to address threats to their safety and independence and build resilience
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Deliver and/or coordinate delivery of trainings, legal health checks and events for media freedom NGOs, journalists and/or media houses, often in partnership with the programming teams
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Support the development and implementation of a communications, engagement and outreach plan, as needed, in collaboration with the Foundation’s Communications, Social and Media Freedom teams
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Support bid development and partnership-building to ensure financial sustainability of the offering
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Carry out a variety of administrative, reporting, planning, monitoring, and logistical responsibilities linked to the project
About You
To be our Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will likely have:
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An LLB, with preference for a qualified lawyer or an advanced law degree
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At least five years’ experience working in the legal field, with prior experience in media law or related human rights matters, either in a law firm, media house or non-profit organisation
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Strong understanding of international standards on press freedom and/or the media law/policy landscape. Understanding of the legal needs of journalists and media outlets in the global south or Central/Eastern Europe/FSU an advantage
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Excellent project management and organisational skills including the ability to manage effectively multiple matters and projects in a fast-paced environment, with a high degree of creative and flexible thinking, and the ability to incorporate lessons learnt through pilot delivery
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Prior experience working on donor-funded projects is a plus
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Excellent research, drafting and analytical skills, with experience in training an advantage
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Excellent interpersonal skills – able to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally, with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
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Resilience, ability to cope with high pressure and work environments and find solutions to problems when they arise – able to quickly understand complex information and communicate to non-experts
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so candidates should apply as soon as possible. To apply for this position, send your CV and cover letter in English describing how you meet the specifications for this role, what you bring to it, and your availability to start. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
What’s in it For You
At the Thomson Reuters Foundation, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
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Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair and informed.
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A Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class; we combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
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Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
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Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
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Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique media and legal services to drive systemic change.
Join our client and assist the Cases Unit in upholding high standards of administration and justice within a leading professional regulatory body! Provide senior administrative support, including document management, stakeholder coordination, and meeting organisation to ensure the smooth operation of casework.
Role: Senior Administrator
Organisation type: Regulatory Body
Salary/rate: £19 per hour
Working arrangements: Hybrid (1 day per week in office)
Location: London
Employment type: Temporary
Working hours: Full Time
CLOSING DATE: CVs reviewed on rolling basis
About the role:
In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to a specialised Cases Unit, playing a key part in its day-to-day functions. Your responsibilities will include managing and organising case documents, coordinating meetings, facilitating communication with legal teams, and assisting in casework activities. Your attention to detail and organisational skills will ensure the efficient operation of the unit, contributing to the overall success of its work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and improve the Unit's document management system to ensure efficient tracking, retrieval, and organisation of casework materials.
- Manage and update key logs, including Excel spreadsheets, to support ongoing Unit activities.
- Prepare and organise evidence bundles using the case management system, including redacting sensitive information for review by the Independent Decision-Making Body.
- Communicate with specific Inquiry staff and the Solicitor to the Inquiry on administrative and case-related matters as needed.
- Keep detailed records of all communications related to the Inquiry and ensure the Unit is regularly updated.
- Attend meetings with key stakeholders like the Legal Services Board and Solicitors Regulatory Authority, taking and distributing accurate notes.
- Coordinate with third parties, such as tribunals, witnesses, and legal representatives, to ensure the smooth progression of cases.
- Schedule and organise meetings for the Unit, including internal meetings and external sessions with stakeholders.
- Take and distribute minutes from meetings with legal advisors, barristers, and other external contacts.
- Provide general administrative support, including managing casework tasks, preparing hearing bundles, and liaising with counsel and witnesses, often under strict deadlines.
- Handle inquiries via the central mailbox, draft correspondence, and manage routine telephone inquiries.
- Process invoices and purchase orders and maintain financial records using the organisation's finance system.
- Collaborate closely with other administrative teams, particularly those supporting the Independent Decision-Making Body.
- Assist in managing incoming communications and provide general support for the Unit, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
- Provide administrative support to the Senior Case Officer, Case Officer, and Director as required.
To be considered for the role, you will have the following skills, knowledge, and experience:
- Proven administrative experience, including managing mail, handling correspondence, drafting letters, managing records, and responding to telephone inquiries.
- Strong skills in both electronic and physical file management.
- Experience in effective diary management.
- Experience working in a regulatory, public service, or comparable sector, ideally within a professional body related to the legal profession.
- Familiarity with the legal profession or legal training, particularly understanding regulatory frameworks and case management processes.
- Experience updating databases and preparing case bundles.
- Knowledge of financial processes, such as invoicing and reconciliation
- Strong customer service abilities.
- Proficiency in IT, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks without supervision.
- Resilience and ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage conflicting demands.
The successful candidate will be organised, detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. They will have strong administrative skills and the ability to manage workloads under pressure, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
How to Apply:
To apply for the Senior Administrator role, please reply and upload your CV quoting reference SOH81490 and we can provide more information to you.
We eagerly await your response.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Trust Administrator
Do you want to join an expanding service supporting charities? Are you an experienced, motivated administrator?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trust Administrator to join an expert Trust Administration service supporting charities, not for profit organisations and philanthropic projects. This rewarding role offers a great opportunity to help in meeting their goals, develop the service and support the vital work of the charity.
Position: Trust Administrator
Location: Leicester/Hybrid (with occasional travel)
Hours: 25 hours per week, option for additional hours as service develops
Salary: £27,000 pro rata (£18,243 for 25 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Flexible working including partial remote working (after successful completion of the probationary/training period), competitive salary, 32 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme
Closing Date: 5th November 2024
Interview Date: W/c 25th November 2024
The Role
You will provide administration, clerkship and governance support to other charities to help them run more efficiently, meet charitable objects and make life easier for Trustees. You will be responsible for the growth, development and management of a portfolio of charitable trusts. Profits raised from the Trust Administration service support the vital work of the charity, supporting local people in need.
About You
We are looking for an experienced administrator with excellent organisational, time management and communication skills. You will be able to liaise effectively with individuals and agencies across the private, public and voluntary sectors and with governmental departments.
You will have experience of working within a charitable or government/legal services environment and although not essential, having an understanding of supporting a governance function in an administration capacity would be an advantage.
So, if you have a successful track record in administration, great communications skills and can deliver an exceptional customer experience… apply today as we would love to hear from you!
To fulfil the role, you must have the right to work in the U.K. and be able to travel for the purposes of work, as occasional travel in Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire will be required.
About the Organisation
The charity believe that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested – no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves.
As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as we are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
You may also have experience in areas such as Trust Administration, Clerkship, Grant Management, Funding Officer, Funding Officer, Legal Profession, Legal Secretary, Legal Clerk, Administration, Charity Governance, Charity Compliance, Charity Consultancy, Case Worker Funding, Social Housing, Almshouses, Advice, Benefits, Adviser, Welfare, Charity, Grants, Grant Officer, Grant Case Worker, Grant Aid, Community Aid, Charitable Services, Grant Administration, Admin, Administration, Administrator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job Title: Recruitment Administrator
Salary: £13,722.50 per annum (inclusive of Outer London Weighting) Band C, Level 3
Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (with hybrid working 2-4 times a month)
Contract Type: Fixed Term up to 12 months
Working Hours: 17.5 hours per week (ideally working across 4 days a week)
About the Team and the role
Join our inclusive People team as a Recruitment Administrator! Collaborate closely, support diverse recruitment campaigns, and enhance our efficient onboarding process. We value open communication and flexibility, fostering a welcoming environment for all. If you’re passionate about improving recruitment practices and promoting diversity, we want you on our team!
As the Recruitment Administrator, you will (Key Responsibilities):
- Ensure candidate eligibility checks and employee records meet legal and policy standards, including DBS checks and renewals.
- Proactively request, follow up, and review references to ensure accuracy, escalating concerns as needed.
- Manage new starter details, coordinate induction processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate training and access to benefits.
- Act as the first point of contact for recruitment inquiries, maintaining knowledge of policies and escalating complex issues.
- Contribute to recruitment planning, manage calendars and statistics, and continuously suggest improvements for efficiency in processes.
Who we’re looking for:
- Customer Focus & Communication: Committed to delivering excellent customer service with strong communication skills, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Tech Savvy & Record Management: Skilled in using IT tools (such as Word and Excel) and experienced in managing electronic records and HR systems.
- Detail-Oriented & Organised: High attention to detail with effective planning skills to manage tasks and prioritize efficiently.
- HR & Recruitment Experience: Background in HR or recruitment, including onboarding practices, with a solid understanding of GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
- Adaptable & Collaborative: Flexible in adjusting to changing priorities, always ready to contribute, and a supportive team member.
Benefits
We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
- Flexible working hours
- 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
- Onsite accommodation for all staff members staying over at Gilwell Park
- Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
- Free car parking at Gilwell Park
- Family Friendly employer with generous family leave
- Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
For more details about the Scouts and our great benefits:
Closing date: 11.59pm Tuesday 29 October 2024.
Interviews will be held at Gilwell Park on Thursday 14 November 2024.
Click ‘Apply’ now to apply for this fantastic role!!!!!!
About us
Scouts is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, in particular, Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities.
Are you an able Administrator with a heart to see positive change in the lives of people who are trying to make a new start in the community after prison? Do you have good all-round IT and communication skills, and enjoy working in a team?
South West Community Chaplaincy (SWCC) aims to provide effective care and community support for people as they leave prison and re-integrate back into their local area, within the counties of Devon, Cornwall and western Somerset. This incudes mentoring, practical support and signposting to assist the integration of ex-prisoners into their communities, in collaboration with other professionals.
We are seeking a part-time Project Support Administrator (up to 15 hours per week). The post-holder will be based at our Exeter office, although there is some scope for partial homeworking, subject to agreement.
We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, with previous administrative experience and good IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook etc.), including a sound grasp of data entry (Microsoft Azure, Teams). Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to be an effective communicator, conveying information efficiently in writing, face-to-face and by phone.
The post-holder will have a pastoral heart and concern for the wellbeing of people, will be in sympathy with the faith ethos and values of the charity, and be able to promote an inclusive environment where people of all faiths, and people of none, can work together for the transformation of lives and communities.
Bespoke, relational, mentoring for prison leavers, helping them to build a positive, crime-free future, and making our communities safer for all.
About Us
Young Life International is a fast-growing Christian charitable organisation. Our aim is to share the message of Jesus with young people all over the UK. We do this through building relationships with them and earning the right to be heard.
Our Operations team strives to help our staff and volunteers to thrive by anticipating, developing and delivering excellent operational services and our Finance team focusses specifically on excellent stewardship of our finances.
About the Role
As the Finance Administrator you will build good relationships with the wider staff team and be a friendly and knowledgeable source of advice for all queries relating to donations, credit cards, expenses and budget processes. You will support the Finance Manager with day to day tasks, such as bank reconciliation, recording transactions in QuickBooks, responding to staff queries and budget template preparation. As a key member of the team, you will be the primary user of many existing processes, and will be able to identify when and how systems need developing or updating to be more efficient.
About You
You are passionate about helping staff to record and manage their fundraising and expenditure. You appreciate order and logical systems and processes and are skilled at using those systems and explaining them to others. You thrive on knowing you are using both your organisational skills and your relational skills to support others.
More Details and How to Apply
Download the Application Pack for the following information:
- Welcome from the Operations Director
- How this role fits into the wider YLI and Operations Team
- Full Job Description and Person Specification
- Details of how to apply online (application form)
- Deadline and interview dates
- YLI Faith and Conduct Policies - check we're in alignment with one anothers beliefs
Applications should be received by: 8am, Wednesday 23rd October
We will respond to all applications we receive, by the 1st of November.
Interviews will be held on Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th November.
We are also actively seeking a new part-time HR Administrator. If you'd like
to apply for both roles, please state this in your application form in the "job role you
are applying for" section.
Introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you excited about seeing Christians in the UK and Ireland engage in world mission? Our Human Resources Administrator will provide high quality Human Resources, enabling the delivery of OMF (UK)'s overall organisational strategy.
The successful applicant will also play an important role in maintaining a positive Christian culture throughout the organisation. All this is vital for our vision to be a catalyst for the Church sharing the good news of Jesus Christ in all its fullness among East Asia's people through all aspects of life.
There is an Occupational Requirement for this role to be held by a committed Christian and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Please submit your CV along with a covering letter that demonstrates how you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Young Life International is a fast-growing Christian charitable organisation. Our aim is to share the message of Jesus with young people all over the UK. We do this through building relationships with them and earning the right to be heard.
Our Operations team strives to help our staff and volunteers to thrive by anticipating, developing and delivering excellent operational services and our HR team focusses specifically on making staff and volunteers feel cared for, valued and supported.
About the Role
As the HR Administrator you will build good relationships with the wider staff team and be a friendly and knowledgeable source of advice for all queries relating to employment, leave recording, recruitment and leaving processes. You will support the HR Manager with day to day tasks, such as collation of payroll materials, recruitment tracking and maintenance of staff files and records. As a key member of the team, you will be the primary user of many existing processes, and will be able to identify when and how systems need developing or updating to be more efficient.
About You
You are passionate about people's wellbeing and understand that people work best when they are given the opportunity to do what they love and can be successful in. You appreciate order and logical systems and processes and are skilled at both using those systems and explaining them to others. You thrive on knowing you are using both your organisational skills and your relational skills to support others.
More Details and How to Apply
Download the Application Pack for the following information:
- Welcome from the Operations Director
- How this role fits into the wider YLI and Operations Team
- Full Job Description and Person Specification
- Details of how to apply online (application form)
- Deadline and interview dates
- YLI Faith and Conduct Policies - check we're in alignment with one anothers beliefs
Applications should be received by: 8am, Wednesday 23rd October
We will respond to all applications we receive, by the 1st of November.
Interviews will be held on Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th November.
We are also actively seeking a new part-time Finance Administrator. If you'd like
to apply for both roles, please state this in your application form in the "job role you
are applying for" section.
Introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We are recruiting for a Legal Clinic Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the Dickson Poon School of Law’s award-winning clinic, King’s Legal Clinic (‘the Clinic’). The Clinic aims to improve access to justice and educate King’s students by providing free legal advice to members of the public through its Legal Advice Clinic; and working with local and international organisations on research and justice projects.
The Clinic is a busy legal office and learning environment. Clinic staff work closely and collaboratively with law students (curricular and extracurricular) and a range of internal and external stakeholders.
About the role
The Legal Clinic Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of King’s Legal Clinic (‘the Clinic’), under the direction of the Clinic Director and Assistant Director. The Legal Clinic Manager has line management responsibility for the Legal Clinic Coordinator and Legal Clinic Administrator.
Daily Clinic activities include; supervising students in the processing of potential client enquires across the in-house Legal clinics; suitability and conflict checks with law firm partners; allocation of cases to student advisors and internal and external supervisors; delivery and organisation of the Clinic’s research and justice projects and training program.
The Legal Clinic Manager is responsible for ensuring the Clinic works smoothly, efficiently and is a positive learning environment and workplace for students and Clinic staff.
The role holder must have excellent organisational, IT, project management, and communication skills. An ability to relate to and work with a diverse range of students, partner organisations and clients. The position is likely to be of particular interest to a well-organised, proactive individual with experience of working in and managing in a legal environment and/or Higher Education with good academic qualifications. A background in legal practice and/or process improvement work, and demonstrable interest in access to justice is desirable.
The role is a full-time or part-time (0.8 minimum) post, and you will be offered an indefinite contract. The role is based in King’s Legal Clinic (Strand Campus) and will require regular attendance on campus. Some remote working is possible by prior agreement with the Clinic Director.
Contact details: Shaila Pal, Director King’s Legal Clinic.
Closing date: 28 October 2024.
To apply, please click “Apply Now”
Job title: Fundraising and Legacy Administrator
Reports to: Individual Giving Manager
Salary: £15,900 per annum (£26,500 FTE)
Contract: 3 days (21 hours) per week, fixed term until end of December 2024
Location: Westminster, London
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the world? Do you want to leverage your skills to combat homelessness for children and young people? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking to recruit a Fundraising and Legacy Administrator to provide administrative support within the Individual Giving and Gifts in Wills team and ensure all daily tasks and objectives are met in collaboration with the Fundraising Administrator.
This is an exciting role in our Fundraising team that will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of the legacy administration, and for providing monthly legacy income forecasting reports. You will also support the Individual Giving & Gifts in Wills Manager in the implementation of the legacy marketing strategy, lead in the management of the charity database and lead in the processing of recording and thanking supporters for their donations. In addition to this, you will work closely with the finance team to ensure that all fundraising income is coded correctly and that regular Gift Aid payment runs are executed.
Please refer to the job description for further information.
In your cv and cover letter, please answer the below questions and outline how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would like to work for us. You must account for any gaps in your employment history.
1. Please tell us about your previous experience working in the charity sector (max. 100 words).
2. Please tell about your experience using a CRM database (max. 100 words).
3. Please tell us about your proven track record and passion for delivering outstanding customer service (max. 200 words).
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We require successful job applicants, staff and volunteers to complete a criminal records self-declaration and undertake a DBS check.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die from.
Assist the Legacy Administration Team Leader by playing a pivotal role within the Legacy Administration Team, managing a diverse and active caseload of specific, residuary, and reversionary bequests.
Ensure the protection and maximisation of legacy income for Marie Curie by adhering to best practices and maintaining effective and sensitive communication with solicitors and personal executors, enhancing the charity's reputation.
The Legacy Administration Team plays a crucial role in generating income for the charity, working closely with marketing and local legacy fundraising partners. We promote personal development through ongoing training and collaboration across the Directorate and organisation.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of specific, residuary, and reversionary legacies across the UK.
- Ensure Marie Curie receives its full entitlement in accordance with legal requirements, Wills, and settlements.
- Handle correspondence promptly, meeting internal service level agreements, and update case files accordingly.
- Liaise with other charities and act as lead charity when needed.
- Record and update legacy information in the FirstClass 4 database.
- Regularly review open cases, ensuring timely action to conclude them.
- Scrutinise estate accounts, ensuring correct administration and tax exemptions are applied.
- Obtain tax deduction certificates where cost-effective.
- Allocate legacies to restricted or unrestricted funds as per the Will.
- Comply with Law Society guidelines on Non-Contentious costs.
- Protect Marie Curie's interests in shared estates and lead charity discussions when appropriate.
- Represent Marie Curie in all correspondence with legal professionals and the public.
- Identify opportunities to increase the value of bequests and proactively manage asset sales.
- Recognise risks or disputes affecting entitlement and escalate as necessary.
- Collaborate with Legacy Marketing and Local Legacy teams and contribute to stewardship plans.
Application & Interview Process
Please find full job description here
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
- Close date for applications: 4th November 2024
Salary: £28,444 (London Weighting £3,500 where applicable)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Based: UK Homebased
Benefits you'll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]