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Atkinson Ritson Solicitors

Require an assistant Legal Cashier for their busy Carlisle office. 

Experience of the SRA Accounts Rules would be preferred but applicants with accounts experience will be considered. 

You will need to be accurate, be able to perform well under pressure, be attentive to detail, and possess excellent IT and numerical skills.

Preferably 5 days per week – hours to be agreed.

Please send C.V. to Mrs Debbie Armstrong by clicking Apply Now.

Job Title – Patient Advisor

Location – Carlisle 

Hours – Part Time - 16/24 hours

Salary – From £25,400 pro rata per annum, & benefits, full training will be given

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

A career at Optical Express is fulfilling, fun and rewarding. As an employee, you can benefit from the following:

• An industry leading salary plus excellent bonus potential
• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme

It’s our Patient Advisors role to make our patients feel comfortable and relaxed whilst providing a 5-star service. Our Patient Advisors should enjoy meeting new people and be able to demonstrate strong communication skills with both patients and ophthalmic professionals alike.

Your day to day responsibilities may vary however a typical day will involve the following duties:

• Building a strong relationship with our patients
• Performing diagnostic eye scans (full training will be provided)
• Confidently relaying patient information to the optometrist to ensure a smooth patient journey
• Maintaining patient records with accurate and up to date information
• Arranging affordable finance options to suit each individual patient
• Schedule patients’ consultations and surgeries with our optometrists and surgeons

The successful candidate will:

• Be driven and passionate with a willingness to succeed
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be able to demonstrate strong negotiation skills
• Be self-motivated to work with and without supervision
• Possess strong organisational skills
• Be commercially aware whilst providing world-class customer service

If you believe you have the right skills and attributes for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Residential Conveyancer
Location: Cumbria
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Conveyancer ready for your next big opportunity?
Do you want to be part of an ambitious and innovative legal group where your growth, development and success truly matter?

Work with a firm that has been delivering expert legal services across England and Wales for over 30 years. As part of its dynamic and expanding Conveyancing team, you'll play a key role in a modern, client-first environment.

About the Role:
As the new Property Lawyer, you’ll report directly to the Conveyancing Manager and take the lead in managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload. With the support of a dedicated assistant, you'll provide top-tier service to our clients, meeting completion targets while maintaining compliance and quality standards.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of residential property files (freehold, leasehold, new build, shared ownership, etc)
• Liaise with Clients, Agents, Solicitors and Stakeholders via phone, email and in-person
• Ensure compliance with SRA, CQS and AML regulations
• Meet and exceed individual targets and KPIs, including completions per month
• Support the wider team, attend training and contribute to a collaborative office culture
• Draft and review contracts, easements and site documentation (for small developers)

What We’re Looking For:

• Around 2 years’ experience in a conveyancing Fee Earner role (more senior applicants welcome)
• Strong understanding of leasehold, new build and shared ownership transactions
• Proven case management and time management skills
• Experience with Case Management Systems, Land Registry Portal, Online SDLT and panel websites
• Technically proficient with a modern approach to conveyancing
• Excellent communication, client care and problem-solving skills
• A self-starter with a proactive mindset and sharp attention to detail

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Industry-leading training & on-demand CPD access
• Long service annual leave rewards
• Genuine career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Company pension scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Free Costco card
• Annual Summer & Christmas Parties + Awards events
• A high-quality, collaborative working environment

If you're ready to take the next step in your conveyancing career in a forward-thinking, inclusive and people-first environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting Tullie to recruit up to four new Trustees to its Board including a successor to the Chair.

Tullie is one of the UK’s leading independent museums. It has been a vital community asset since 1893. The museum welcomes over 200,000 visitors through its doors every year and is recognised for its first-class visitor service and has a national reputation for the quality of its award-winning exhibitions and learning programmes.

It is one of the most significant museums in the north-west and has been run as an independent charitable trust since May 2011. Tullie has embarked on an ambitious, phased capital development programme - Project Tullie. It has now completed the first two phases and will be commencing the third phase in Autumn 2025. The Project is planned to continue over the next 10-years and will transform the museum and surrounding buildings into a welcoming and contemporary space fit for the next 100 years.

Tullie is looking for four new trustees  to provide strategic and inspirational leadership to the charity as it seeks further growth and delivery of its charitable objectives.

The museum is seeking applicants with experience and/or skills in the following areas:

1. Curatorial / Museum Leadership
2. Finance
3. Fundraising
4. Digital / Marketing
5. Education

What Tullie needs:

• A commitment to understanding and supporting the Museum’s mission.
• Strategic vision; good, independent judgment.
• Ability to think creatively and willingness to speak your mind.
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship.
• Active role in fundraising (national and international opportunities) and sharing support for the charity through personal and professional networks.
• An interest and passion in environmental issues.
• Someone who can become Chair.
• Someone who has an interest in or connection to Cumbria would be desirable.

Time commitment:

• A minimum of four board meetings per annum in person (currently taking place on a Friday afternoon).
• Annual Board awayday in person.
• Attendance on at least one committee, which is likely to be four meetings per annum (depending on the committee, these maybe online).
• Attendance of at least one quarterly meeting of our Community Board (this may be online).

Remuneration:  This is a voluntary position & as such does not pay a salary. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Term of office:  an initial 3-year term.

Closing date for applications:  9am, Friday 31st October 2025

Please see the attached Recruitment Brief with details on how to apply.

For an informal and confidential conversation about the position, please contact Nick Shanks – 

Both Tullie and Harris Hill operate an equal opportunity policy and commit to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Join Our Team as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Calvert Kielder!

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for disability inclusion and adaptive outdoor activities? Do you have the drive to lead a dynamic team and make a real impact in the community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

About Us

Calvert Kielder is a leading charity dedicated to providing outdoor sports and adaptive recreation for people with disabilities. Nestled in the beautiful Kielder Forest, we offer a unique environment where individuals can challenge themselves, build confidence, and enjoy the great outdoors.

Your Role

As the CEO, you will be the strategic leader and public face of Calvert Kielder. You will work closely with the Board of Trustees to drive our vision, ensure financial sustainability, expand partnerships, and lead a team committed to disability inclusion, empowerment, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Advise the Trustees on strategic direction, implement Board decisions, and lead the development of our long-term vision and goals.
• Operations Management: Oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of all activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, accessibility, and participant satisfaction.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage the annual budget, identify new income streams, and build positive relationships with beneficiaries.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary spokesperson, build strategic partnerships, and engage with the disability community.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team, promoting ongoing staff development and a positive workplace culture.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure sound governance practices, compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and effective monitoring and reporting procedures.

About You

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven leadership experience in a non-profit, social enterprise, sports/recreation, or disability services context
• Deep commitment to disability inclusion and adaptive outdoor activities
• Experience in business development, income stream generation, or fundraising
• Strong operational, financial, and strategic planning skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Knowledge of outdoor sports, adaptive recreation, or therapeutic programming is highly desirable

How to apply: if you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead Calvert Kielder  into the future, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and covering letter via the email application box below.