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<p>Latcom was founded in 1995. Over the years we have continued to grow and diversify alongside the IT Market.&nbsp;After primarily focusing heavily in the banking sector, we have expanded into new sectors, insurance, aviation, legal, construction and education to name a few.</p>
<p>As we continue to expand our expertise and knowledge in these fields, we continue to recruit new sales consultants, we believe our extensive balanced in-house training schedule helps to understand the full cycle of recruitment to offer our clients and candidates the best services possible.</p>

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Job Responsibilities You will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing new technologies. Working closely with the legal teams you will be responsible for requirement gathering and identifying opportunities and new technology to improve efficiencies and profitability. This role is central to our goal of first-class business technology support and is particularly important as the firm has recently embarked on a strategic programme to improve working practices across the firm, supported by technology. Analyse existing legal processes, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization through technology solutions. Work closely with the Project Manager and technical teams to design and develop IT solutions tailored to the specific requirements of legal practice areas and administrative functions. Support the implementation of new software applications, upgrades, and enhancements, ensuring smooth integration with existing systems and minimal disruption to operations. Develop test plans, conduct user acceptance testing (UAT), and ensure that IT solutions meet functional and performance requirements, as well as regulatory compliance standards. Provide training and support to legal professionals and support staff on the use of IT systems and applications, and develop user guides and documentation as needed. Facilitate change management activities to promote user adoption of new technologies, address resistance to change, and maximize the benefits of IT investments. Evaluate how emerging technologies can benefit the legal practice and make recommendations for their adoption. Ensure that all technology projects adhere to legal industry regulations and data protection laws, particularly in areas of client confidentiality and data security. Skills Required Experience with project management methodologies (eg, Agile, Waterfall). Proficiency in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and solution design methodologies. Stakeholder Management: Ability to effectively communicate with lawyers, legal staff, and IT teams to understand their needs and expectations. Proficiency in creating and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and project charters. Knowledge of legal software solutions commonly used in law firms, including document management, case management, and billing software. Knowledge of data security and privacy concerns, especially concerning client confidentiality and legal data. This role offers hybrid working - 2/3 days WFH. Working Pattern - Mon-Fri 9.30-5.30pm.

IT Business Analyst - Law Firm

Senior Marine Biologist - Lead Marine Surveyor My client are looking for a Senior Marine Biologist to oversee the survey team based near Guildford. You will be in charge of organising, managing, and carrying out estuarine and marine surveys at the intertidal and subtidal stages as a member of our marine team. Working on a range of fascinating projects in the UK and overseas, you will process benthic faunal samples and have the chance to learn from specialists in the field to enhance your taxonomic identification abilities. From the initial inquiry through project sign-off, you will oversee projects. It will be your responsibility to mentor team juniors and deliver accurate reports to clients on schedule and within budget. Requirements The successful candidate must Have a degree in marine biology or a similar field. Have expertise planning and carrying out benthic invertebrate surveys at the intertidal and subtidal stages. Possess accurate recording and analysis skills for biological datasets utilising statistical software like Primer. Have project management experience Have bid on projects before Be able to handle the demands of a commercial consulting. Be eager, have a good outlook, and be open to learning. Ideally the candidate will also have A Masters degree in Marine Biology or related Knowledge in conducting studies like the Marine Conservation Zone and Water Framework Directive assessments, as well as experience organising or carrying out marine ecological impact evaluations. Arranging for and securing marine permissions. Knowledge in identifying benthic animals. Able to visit Guildford on rare occasions.

Senior Marine Biologist

My client are seeking Senior or Consultant level Arboriculturalists in the UK to join their expanding team. You will get all the assistance you require to advance your careers and personal development as a people-focused consultancy. We provide flexible and remote work arrangements, a yearly performance-based bonus, an employee assistance programme, 24 days of annual leave (which can increase to 35 days for senior management), time off in lieu of longer leave periods for professional growth, and substantial training and development support. This role is a hybrid/remote role based in the South East. Duties: BS5837 surveys, utility surveys, and tree safety evaluations can be carried out with state-of-the-art GIS mapping software. Creating technical reports to support utility installations, planning applications, and other tree safety activities. Supervising the work of the Arboricultural clerk of works, guaranteeing project management and quality control. Directing tree protection audits and offering on-the-spot ad hoc guidance. Supporting the project's cost and scope estimation. To excel in this role, you should: Possess at least a NQF Level 3 qualification in arboriculture, which has been strengthened by practical experience, or regard us as the first step towards a rewarding profession after graduation. To help you transition into the position more quickly, be prepared to take part in our on-site training programmes. Be willing to use the state-of-the-art technology that is integrated into our workflow to simplify your tasks. Interact and establish a relationship with our wide range of clientele while speaking with assurance and clarity. Take pleasure in working in dynamic environments where you can demonstrate your adaptability and solutions-driven approach to clients and co-workers. Be computer literate and proficient in use Microsoft Office applications. Full UK driver's licence. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with over 30 years as a leading natural environment consultancy.

Arboricultural Consultant

Associate/Principal Ecologist Scotland &amp; North of England. You will take the lead in launching and completing a variety of projects in our business areas, especially those related to the built environment, power, and mining and minerals. The delivery of ecological inputs to a variety of initiatives, such as renewable energy, residential construction, and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy, is an interesting opportunity presented by this role. In addition to having an ecological specialty—habitat survey, protected species, ornithology, for example—you should be able to lead and coach people in their chosen field and exhibit proficiency in a variety of ecological consultant practice areas. Additionally, it would be ideal if you could demonstrate that you have expertise managing clients, projects, and company development—ideally from work as a commercial consultant. My client is a global consultant that is forward-thinking and has big aspirations for expansion. It also offers great opportunity for career advancement and enhancement based on performance. Everyone has the chance to advance and work on exciting projects with respected clients because to our culture, flat management structure, and simple approach to project and budget management. What you will do: In this important role, you will oversee and manage ecological aspects of projects and provide clients with advice on schemes like infrastructure and energy projects, mixed-use and residential developments, and garbage and minerals initiatives. Daily tasks will involve producing reports, preparing scopes of work and fee proposals, and conducting technical reviews of reports from subcontractors and peers. Staff mentorship and supervision in ecology. In addition to overseeing work on certain ecological specialisations, the function may involve personnel management depending on qualifications and experience. coordinating, supervising, and guaranteeing the timely and cost-effective completion of intricate ecological survey work packages with internal and sporadically external personnel. Working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other client offices in the UK and other regions, you will be liaising with various technical teams on a range of themes, including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise, and air quality. Looking for ways to grow ecology and other services and capacities in the area through integrated economic development. Depending on client/project sites and your areas of expertise, your employment may need you to collaborate with team members who are located around the UK and other regions. What you will need: You'll use your ecological specialisation, whether it be habitat survey, protected species, ornithology, or another skill, and you'll also be able to demonstrate competence in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. You have a passion for ecology, the drive to deliver high-quality work, and the desire to support the career development of other ecological professionals. In addition to having experience in client and project management, company development, and preferably in a commercial consultancy setting, you will be able to mentor and lead individuals in your chosen field. In addition: Proven field surveying abilities, such as habitat surveys in the UK and protected species surveys and mitigation plans. Proven proficiency in project management, financial management, technical report creation, and work planning in compliance with health and safety protocols. A proven track record of managing, delivering, and winning projects. Experience working in a variety of industries, such as energy, minerals and waste, residential and mixed- use, and infrastructure. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. A full UK driver's licence.