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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant to join a well-established, Legal 500-ranked firm. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including target-related bonuses and ongoing training and development to support your career as a Legal Assistant. This role presents the chance for a Legal Assistant to become part of a large, friendly, and supportive team of lawyers and legal assistants, contributing to a collaborative and professional working environment.Key Responsibilities for the Legal Assistant:\n\n • Manage Fee Earner diaries, including arranging meetings and appointments\n, • Handle routine client correspondence and respond to telephone enquiries\n, • Open and close client files, ensuring accurate maintenance of client records\n, • Prepare client correspondence, enclosures, and invoices\n, • Organise and manage hard copy files, including copying, filing, and retrieving documentation\n, • Request and record payments from clients\n, • Produce correspondence and documentation from audio dictation\n, • Submit SDLT returns to HMRC\n, • Submit property registration applications to the Land Registry\n, • Assist with drafting contract packs, transfer forms, and other legal documents\n, • Provide reception cover when required\nBenefits Include:\n\n, • Competitive salary, dependent on experience\n, • 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays\n, • Company pension scheme\n, • Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn additional leave by meeting performance targets)\n, • Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests\n, • Ongoing training and development, with support for professional qualification study\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking to develop their career within a highly regarded commercial property department.If you're a Legal Assistant ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37275.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with

Eventus Legal are seeking a qualified Residential Conveyancer to join a well-established law firm in Bedford, Bedfordshire, they have multiple office Nationwide. This is a full-time, permanent job position with a competitive salary and hybrid working in line with the firm's working-from-home policy. The package includes 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays, a pension contribution, an additional holiday bonus scheme offering the potential to earn up to 12 extra days' holiday per year when monthly fees received targets are met, and an annual discretionary financial bonus scheme based on fees received. You will manage your own residential property caseload while benefiting from Legal Assistant and post-completion support. \n Role Responsibilities \n As Residential Conveyancer, you will manage a varied residential property caseload from initial instruction through to post-completion, supported by an established team. \n\n • Handle residential sales and purchases from instruction through to completion and post-completion.\n, • Manage remortgage and equity release transactions.\n, • Review and check title for freehold and leasehold properties.\n, • Deal with transfers of equity and matrimonial transfers.\n, • Handle matters including shared ownership leases, variations of leases, new-build purchases and Help to Buy transactions.\n, • Provide suitable support and training to conveyancing assistants within the department.\n, • Develop local client contacts and cross-refer clients to other departments where appropriate.\n\n Person Specification \n The successful Residential Conveyancer will be able to take ownership of an existing caseload and provide a confident, high-quality residential conveyancing service. \n\n • Qualified as a Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer.\n, • Ideally at least 3 years' post-qualification experience.\n, • Considerable experience of residential sales, purchases and remortgages.\n, • Experience of shared ownership leases, lease variations, new-build purchases and Help to Buy matters.\n\n Benefits and Rewards \n This Residential Conveyancer job offers a strong combination of flexibility, annual leave and performance-related rewards alongside dedicated support. \n\n • Competitive salary.\n, • Full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:15.\n, • Hybrid working in line with the firm's working-from-home policy.\n, • 26 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays.\n, • Additional holiday bonus scheme, with an extra day's holiday available when the monthly fees received target is met and the potential to earn up to 12 additional days per year.\n, • Annual discretionary financial bonus scheme based on fees received.\n, • Pension contribution.\n, • Full support from a Legal Assistant and post-completion team.\n, • Friendly and collaborative working environment.\n\n About the Law Firm \n Our client is a well-established law firm with a strong residential property practice and a team-focused approach to client service. The firm values the knowledge and expertise of its people and promotes collaborative working, work-life balance and flexibility. Joining the Bedford, Bedfordshire office, the Residential Conveyancer will become part of an established residential property team with dedicated Legal Assistant and post-completion support. \n \n

Are you a driven Conveyancing Assistant with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in the legal sector, looking for a new challenge with a prestigious Legal 500 firm? This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your outstanding administrative and organisational skills within a respected Firm where your contributions will be valued. A solid understanding of the conveyancing process is essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks and excel in a fast-paced environment.The Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills.What will be expected from you as a Conveyancing Assistant:\n\n • Handling inquiries from clients, solicitors, lenders, and estate agents.\n, • Providing clients with updates and tracking the progress of matters\n, • Opening and closing files within the case management system.\n, • Ensuring compliance with AML, quality standards, and SRA and CQS regulations.\n, • Performing general administrative duties.\n, • Preparing and submitting client quotes and drafting completion statements.\n, • Reviewing mortgage offers and drafting reports under supervision.\n, • Conducting online searches\n, • Familiarity with leasehold transactions\n, • Ability to prepare apportionment statements for leasehold properties.\n, • Reviewing and reporting on searches with guidance\n, • Progressing towards checking freehold titles and raising inquiries with supervision\n, • Using the Land Registry portal to submit registrations, respond to requisitions, and order official copies, leases, and title plans\n, • Calculating Stamp Duty Land Tax and submitting applications.\n, • Preparing and submitting invoices, receipts, and payments to the finance department.\n, • Providing occasional reception coverage.\nIs this Conveyancing Assistant position for you: \n\n, • A solid understanding of the daily functions of a legal office\n, • Strong computer skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook\n, • Familiarity with case management software\n, • Proficiency in English language\n, • Keen attention to detail\nIn return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer a competitive benefits package to include, target related bonuses, training and development opportunities along with many other impressive incentives! Vacancy Reference Number: 36788PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.We'd like you to join us as a Senior Rehabilitation Assistant at our service Park House in Bedford .At Park House, we have a strong focus on therapy, care and quality of life. We offer specialist post acute rehabilitation, as well as management of long term neurological conditions, in Bedford. Were committed to helping every person we support feel safe, happy, empowered enabling them to live the best life possible.About the roleTo professionally lead the care team during any span of duty, ensuring that a safe, effective and efficient care service is maintained which meets the needs of residents and purchasers. To provide care to residents in accordance with their assessed needs to an industry leading standard.What you'll be working:Full timeWorking hours: 37.63 hoursShift Pattern: Day and NightLocation: BedfordSalary: £28,647.26 (FTE) Per annum pro rataWhat you'll be doing:Provide leadership and support for care teams and act as a champion for residents safety and dignity.To maintain skills and knowledge and ensure that care is delivered according to latest guidelines and best practice evidence available.Ensure the ongoing safety of residents, colleagues and visitors through systematic assessment, monitoring and reviewing of processes.Ensure that clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical and care delivery are maintained and effectively used.Act as a role model for good clinical and care governance practiceProvide effective leadership and support for the care team.Supervise care colleagues on a day-to-day basis and through formal supervision processes.Liaise with GPs and other health professionals to ensure that residents receive the medical and clinical support they require.Demand high quality care delivery focused on residents individually assessed needs and choices.Promote the professional image of the services through excellent communication, appropriate behaviour and professional appearance.Support and assist new colleagues with the completion of induction programs, training and competency assessment.To maintain skills and knowledge and ensure that care is delivered according to latest guidelines and best practice evidence availableEnsure the ongoing safety of residents, colleagues and visitors through systematic assessment, monitoring and reviewing processes.Ensure that clear and accurate records and communication systems relating to clinical and care delivery are maintained and effectively usedWhat you'll have:An ability to have a therapeutic relationship with residents.An ability to work with others in a team.An ability to remain calm during emergencies.An ability to follow instructions given by Therapists and Senior Rehabilitation Assistants.An ability to use hand-operated, or power, equipment.An ability to organise work.Good observation skills.What to look forward to:25 days plus bank holidaysBirthday offJoin the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunitiesActive Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shopFree 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceA Nest Personal Pension accountAccess to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticiansWe recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programmeEnhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefitsRefer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you knowand, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care GroupTPBN1_UKTJ

At least 6 months experience in conveyancing either as a Secretry, Legal Assistant or Conveyancer. They are looking for a bight and personable Legal Assistant to join their Conveyancing team to support the Solicitors and Fee Earners with tasks such as -.

x2 Environmental Advisor / Environmental Manager - Construction – South Midlands and Eastern (Initial projects in Buckinghamshire / Hertfordshire / Bedfordshire / Northamptonshire) Reputable Tier 1 Building & Civil Engineering Main Contractor. Environmental Consultants, Ecologists and Water / Hydrologists also considered with a view of transferring experience over to main contractor side - good opportunity for career progression. Mix of remote work and visiting sites. x2 roles available (x1 Assistant / Environmental Advisor and x1 Environmental Manager) What Makes This Company Great? -Growing turnover, currently over £1 billion -Very busy and stable pipeline of work. -Diverse range of projects including Civils / Highways and Building schemes. -Multi million pound projects £20m - £100m range. -Attractive salary + Car Allowance + Guaranteed Bonus. -Great place for training and progression -Very low staff turnover. Would you be open to find out more about what else makes them stand out as one of, if not the BEST employers in construction? - then apply today. Job Role: The role is to provide environmental assistance and advice to pre-construction and construction operations. Seeking someone who is self motivated, good at communicating through various media and who is able to fit into multiple site teams with ease. Responsibilities: Training: • Ensure training courses are kept up to date and aligned with industry standards / Deliver environmental training / Provide mentoring to new staff where appropriate / Provide and deliver Toolbox talks Communication: • Liaise with Environmental Advisors and Health and Safety Advisors, • Attend Business System Review/team/client Meetings as required, • Compose reports for Senior Leadership Meetings, • Draft and distribute alerts, posters and newsletters, • Attend Client Environmental Forums, • Attend Industry organisations, e.g. CECA, BUILD UK Project Assistance: • Regular site inspection for each site, • Technical support relating to implementation of management systems on site, sustainability performance and legal compliance., • Liaison with environmental regulators on behalf of site teams., • Support in complying with other environmental related requirements (e.g. planning conditions, client requirements, BREEAM / CEEQUAL). Winning Work: Assist with Tenders and Prequalification as requested • External Audits:, • Assist in preparation and presentation for external audit Processes: • Ensure environmental processes are up to date, relevant and fit for purpose, • Communicate any changes to management system, • Highlight and communicate Best Practice Requirements: To be considered for this Environmental Manager role you must meet the following criteria: • Up to date knowledge of UK environmental Legislation, • Knowledge of Environmental Management Systems, • Degree in environmental management or equivalent - highly desirable, • Strong communication skills, verbal and written, • Computer literate, • Full UK Driving Licence with flexibility to visit sites, • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to form good working relationships with multi-disciplined teams, • Able to work autonomously and manage own commitments/diary/scheduling., • Previous employment with a main contractor, sub contractor or Consultancy., • Previous employment in an Environmental Advisor, Environmental Coordinator, Environmental Manager, Ecologist, Environmental Consultant or similar role. Remuneration: The successful Environmental Advisor will receive: -Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) -Car /Allowance -Pension -Bonus To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency

Home Care Assistant Location: Bedford Salary: £13.45 - £13.95 per hour Bedford Citizens Housing Association, BCHA, is a housing and care provider in Bedford. We are committed to providing high quality care, support and housing in Bedford. We have wide range of stock including a registered care home, extra care housing, sheltered housing and general needs housing. We are currently looking for Home Care Assistants to provide care and support to tenants in their own homes at Oak Way House Extra Care Scheme. We offer fixed contracted hours with shifts scheduled 4 weeks in advance. Shifts take place between 07:45 and 22:30, Monday to Sunday, with a requirement to work one weekend in two. To work as part of the team providing personal care and support for tenants in a way that ensures they retain independence. To be responsible, when trained, for the administration of drugs medication, when required. To develop a strong understanding of the individual needs of tenants and build strong positive lasting relationship. To comply with the standards required by the Care Quality Commission and BCHA. To provide additional support services as required. In return we offer a great working environment in new purpose built building, a friendly team and the ability to make a significant positive contribution to the lives of our residents. In addition, with a wide range of benefits to employees: Generous annual leave starting at 28 days Travel expenses Free onsite car parking Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme Free life assurance cover Ongoing training and development programmes Main Purpose of the role: To work as part of the team providing personal care and support to tenants of BCHA schemes. To support and care for tenants in a way that ensures they retain independence. To be responsible, when trained, for the administration of drugs medication, when required. To comply with the standards required by the Care Quality Commission and BCHA. To deliver a service that enable tenants to remain independent. To provide additional support services as required. To develop a strong understanding of the individual needs of tenants. To build strong positive lasting relationship with tenants. Main duties and responsibilities: To assist tenants according to their planned care needs and in accordance with their wishes with personal care including washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, continence control and at mealtimes. After training, to use equipment provided for moving and handling tenants correctly. To treat all tenants with dignity and respect at all times. To be responsible, when trained and required, for the administration and safe handling of medication. To maintain accurate and comprehensive Care Plan Records in accordance with your responsibilities and instructions. To attend handover meetings. Following training act within the legal and regulatory requirements covering care services, including: Care Standards Act, Health & Safety requirements, Fire Regulations. Demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding of vulnerable adults requirements and work within these guidelines at all times. To be aware of, and comply with, Bedford Citizens' Housing Association's Policies and Procedures. Ensure that interactions with customers are warm and professional and to any questions received from customers, referring to a Manager any questions which you are unable to answer. Assist with duties such as catering or housekeeping when required. To undertake training as required to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the role. Any other duties or variations to the above duties that may be reasonably required by BCHA from time to time. Essential Competencies Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of older people Willingness to undertake the required training to achieve a NVQ Level 2 in Care Good written and verbal communication skills Strong team player Good customer care skills Trained in the administration and safe handling of medication Desirable Competencies NVQ Level 2 in Care Trained in the administration and safe handling of medication Experience of working in a care environment An understanding of Health & Safety

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Legal Assistant to join a well-established, Legal 500-ranked firm. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including target-related bonuses and ongoing training and development to support your career as a Legal Assistant. This role presents the chance for a Legal Assistant to become part of a large, friendly, and supportive team of lawyers and legal assistants, contributing to a collaborative and professional working environment. Key Responsibilities for the Legal Assistant: Manage Fee Earner diaries, including arranging meetings and appointments Handle routine client correspondence and respond to telephone enquiries Open and close client files, ensuring accurate maintenance of client records Prepare client correspondence, enclosures, and invoices Organise and manage hard copy files, including copying, filing, and retrieving documentation Request and record payments from clients Produce correspondence and documentation from audio dictation Submit SDLT returns to HMRC Submit property registration applications to the Land Registry Assist with drafting contract packs, transfer forms, and other legal documents Provide reception cover when requiredBenefits Include: Competitive salary, dependent on experience 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn additional leave by meeting performance targets) Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests Ongoing training and development, with support for professional qualification studyThis is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking to develop their career within a highly regarded commercial property department. If you're a Legal Assistant ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37275. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)