Slaughter and May

About the Company

Slaughter and May is regarded as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. We advise on high profile and groundbreaking international transactions and have an excellent and varied international client list.

We have a diverse and extensive international practice providing a full range of legal services. Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate and Commercial and Financing represent our core practice areas. We also have leading practitioners in more specialist areas including Tax, Competition, Dispute Resolution, Commercial Real Estate, Pensions and Employment, Financial Regulation, Information Technology and Intellectual Property.

Our expertise covers the full spectrum of industry sectors to service a diverse range of clients from leading private equity boutiques to investment banks; start-up businesses to governments; retailers to entertainment companies; and diversified industrial conglomerates to premier league football clubs.

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Company Name

Slaughter and May

Job Title

Information Security Assurance Specialist

Job Description

**Job title** Information Security Assurance Specialist **Role Summary** Provide comprehensive security assurance across IT projects and core systems. Plan, commission, and oversee offensive security testing (penetration, physical, social‑engineering). Review design documentation with architecture teams, identify and mitigate technical security risks, and manage findings through resolution. Support the ISMS, generate compliance reports, and drive continuous improvement in security testing practices. **Expactations** - Self‑motivated, results‑driven with strong ownership and accountability. - Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills in a fast‑paced environment. - Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous improvement through research and testing. - Effective collaboration and clear communication with senior leadership and technical stakeholders. **Key Responsibilities** - Plan, scope, commission, and oversee penetration tests for IT deliverables and annual core‑system assessments. - Conduct and validate offensive security tests (physical penetration, social engineering such as vishing). - Prioritise findings by risk, coordinate resolution (mitigation, risk acceptance) with subject‑matter experts. - Review design documentation of new or significantly changed IT solutions, embedding security requirements from the outset. - Identify and assess security risks linked to technical change requests; represent security perspective at T‑CAB. - Define and refine security testing requirements and typical security controls for projects. - Manage the organisation’s ISMS: maintain policies, produce management reports, support compliance activities. **Required Skills** - Hands‑on experience in information security or technical cyber‑security roles. - Strong knowledge of ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus standards. - Proficiency in planning, conducting, and analysing penetration and offensive tests. - Ability to evaluate technical design documentation and recommend risk‑mitigation controls. - Familiarity with change‑management governance (e.g., T‑CAB) and risk‑acceptance processes. - Effective stakeholder engagement, especially with senior leadership and technical teams. - Strong organisational, prioritisation, and project‑management capabilities. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber‑Security or related field. - Relevant security certifications such as ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Assessor, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent. - Prior experience in a regulated environment or within an ISO 27001‑aligned organisation.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

09-03-2026

Company Name

Slaughter and May

Job Title

Receptionist (12-month FTC)

Job Description

**Job title:** Receptionist (12‑month FTC) **Role Summary:** Provide a professional, efficient reception service to internal and external clients, manage visitor flow, maintain meeting and training rooms, support administrative tasks, and ensure high standards of safety, security, and cleanliness. **Expectations:** - Deliver consistently five‑star reception support during 07:30–20:00 weekdays. - Build and maintain strong client and colleague relationships. - Demonstrate proactive, initiative‑driven behavior. - Adapt flexibly to shift changes and ad‑hoc requests. **Key Responsibilities:** - Welcome, check‑in, and check‑out visitors, maintain accurate visitors list and pass numbers. - Manage meeting room bookings, coordinate with AV, catering, and housekeeping teams. - Ensure rooms, reception area, and equipment are tidy, stocked, and operational. - Serve as fire warden and assist with health & safety procedures. - Update security logs and complete handover reports. - Forward client and staff messages promptly and professionally. - Run early‑ and late‑shift checklists; process end‑of‑shift reports for relevant departments. - Arrange transportation bookings and present documents for swearing‑in and affidavits. - Liaise with meeting hosts regarding special room requests. **Required Skills:** - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication. - Strong interpersonal and customer‑service skills. - Exceptional attention to detail, grammar, and time‑management. - Ability to multi‑task, remain calm under pressure, and meet tight deadlines. - Proactive, confident initiative in a team environment. - Professional demeanor, including adherence to grooming and uniform guidelines. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Prior reception or administrative experience required. - Formal qualification (e.g., diploma or certificate in office administration) preferred but not mandatory. --- *End of profile*

London, United kingdom

On site

11-03-2026