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We are an expanding non profit organisation that originally started with two people in an office, today there are over 100 in our team and we help over 84,000 victims every year get the advice they need, so we are always looking for new people to join our team. Below you will see a number of opportunities, if any interest you please contact the email address shown.
We have enabled all our our staff who are not training to work from home, providing them with the necessary equipment and support. Those staff that do come to our office in Guildford either from time to time or for their training will be assured that we have taken all necessary precautions to ensure a Covid safe office environment.
Application period: Ongoing due to expansion of the team
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an individual to head up our Legal team covering our Legal Aid and Pro Bono teams.
The National Centre for Domestic Violence are the leading organisation in the UK helping protect victims of domestic abuse by obtaining emergency civil injunctions. NCDV provides a free, fast emergency service to those in need regardless of their financial circumstances.
The position would ideally suit someone who currently practises, or has previously practised, as a family law solicitor and who possesses the drive and skills to manage a dynamic team.
Our pro bono and legal aid teams are fundamental in the service that we offer and as such we require a professional manager to join a highly skilled and motivated workforce.
This role is highly strategic requiring someone who can deliver exceptional client care and co-ordinate all of our caseworkers and manage our network of volunteers (McKenzie Friends).
You will also provide advice and guidance to the business based upon any updates to the Family Law Act.
Along with legal qualifications and management skills, candidates should have excellent computer literacy, administration, attention to detail and written and oral communication skills.
To apply please send your CV with a covering letter explaining what you are currently doing and why you are applying for this role.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Application period: Ongoing due to expansion
Are you looking for an HR role where you can use your excellent organisation skills to the max? Are you a motivated, articulate individual with discreet communication skills? Do you live locally to the Guildford area and are currently seeking a role within a well-established, respected organisation that supports and rewards staff?
We are the National Centre for Domestic Violence, the largest organisation in England providing legal support to victims of domestic abuse and violence.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a prestigious and forward thinking organisation and to join a highly dedicated, professional and motivated team in a varied and challenging role.
This role provides a great opportunity for you to get involved with general HR Administration where you will be more than just a friendly person to deal with queries over the phone or by email, you will have great listening skills, attention to detail and a willingness to problem solve. A varied and interactive role, there are no two days the same so being organised will give you a head start.
What you’ll be doing :
You will also get involved with:
Benefits
25 days annual leave increasing 1 day for each year of service capped at 28 days (plus bank holidays)
Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
You will need to be able to attend the Guildford office
To apply please send your CV with a covering letter explaining what you are currently doing and why you are applying for this role.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000 per year
Please apply now if you would like to join the team and be a part of our continuing success to hr@ncdv.org.uk
Application period: Ongoing due to expansion of the team
The National Centre for Domestic Violence helps survivors of domestic abuse and violence by obtaining emergency civil injunctions for them. We provide a free, fast emergency service to those in need regardless of their financial circumstances, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.
Our First Steps Team is on the front line dealing with incoming calls and referrals from organisations all over the country. Being a Helpline Adviser on this team means that you will need to be patient, understanding and able to communicate effectively, whilst under pressure to help as many people as possible.
Experience in this role is not essential as we will give you the training you require. But understanding of the benefits system, knowledge of a second language would be great and good computer skills would be fantastic although none are essential
If you think that you can really help people to start to make a difference but also deal with many calls then we would love to hear from you.
Hours
Benefits
There is no parking in our car park but there is local street parking.
For further details and applications please email hr@ncdv.org.uk
Please include a CV with your address where you reside.
Application period: Currently closed.
Our First Steps Team is on the front line dealing with incoming calls and referrals from organisations all over the country. Being a receptionist on this team means that you will need to be patient, understanding and able to communicate effectively, whilst under pressure to help as many people as possible.
Your other day to day tasks could include:
Hours
About You
The Benefits
There is no parking in our car park but there is local street parking.
If you think that you can really help people to start to make a difference but also deal with many calls then we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV with your residential address by email to: hr@ncdv.org.uk
The Application period: Ongoing – we are currently recruiting for Summer 2022 and January 2023 placements.
We work very closely with a number of universities offering internships to students studying for a law degree. We are currently recruiting January 2022 and Summer 2022 placements. We believe that interns should not be made to work for free to gain knowledge so although we can’t offer the same benefits of a full time employee we hope that our intern salary will help towards your living and travelling expenses
We also believe that as an intern you should experience the real side of life and understand exactly what victims of domestic abuse and violence go through. So we will train you to have direct interaction with vulnerable victims by helping them gain the protection of the law.
This is a challenging role and you should be aware that you will encounter people that have distressing stories and have been victims of extreme violence. You will also experience great pride when you learn the positive effect you can make to someones life.
As an intern you will be trained in the following areas:
Your other day to day tasks could include:
Hours
This is a full time internship lasting for a minimum of 30 weeks
Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
About You
The Benefits
£10,500 per annum pro rata.
There is no parking in our car park but there is local street parking and a bus stop 2 minutes walk.
Please send your CV with your residential address and a covering letter as to why you would like to work for NCDV to hr@ncdv.org.uk
The Application period: Ongoing to due expansion.
NCDV is the leading organisation in the UK helping victims of domestic abuse to obtain an emergency injunction to protect them from their abuser. Approximately 35% of all UK injunctions are obtained with the assistance NCDV provides. NCDV provides a free, fast emergency service to those in need regardless of their personal circumstances.
The role of a caseworker involves working directly with those who have suffered domestic violence and abuse. It is challenging, in that you will hear from these vulnerable persons exactly what they have suffered so you can assist them in making an application to the Court for protection from their abuser. However, it is extremely rewarding when you learn the positive effect, you and your work has had on their life.
This is a unique ground floor opportunity for someone looking to either gain legal experience and/or enhance existing skills gained in private practice. A successful caseworker can look forward to having a high level of responsibility. You will receive full training in order to feel confident in working directly with victims of domestic abuse, preparing witness statements and delivering exceptional client service.
Main Duties
This role will primarily involve interviewing clients over the phone and drafting their witness statement, drafting all necessary legal paperwork to enable the client to make their court application for an injunction.
Caseworker
Hours
The Benefits
There is no parking in our car park but there is local street parking and a bus stop 2 minutes walk.
For further details and applications please email hr@ncdv.org.uk Please include a CV with your address where you reside and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in working for NCDV.
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