Role Summary & Benefits

About the role

As a Paralegal, you will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to our Legal Services team, helping to ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality legal advice across the Council.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You will manage your own caseload and workload, taking responsibility for matters including:

• Right to Buy sales
• Minor works contracts
• Housing consents
• Preparing legal documentation and correspondence
• Responding to enquiries and supporting legal casework
• Assisting solicitors and colleagues across a range of legal matters

You’ll have the opportunity to work independently while also collaborating closely with experienced legal professionals, gaining valuable exposure to local government law and practice.

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Key Responsibilities

About you

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

You will have:

• A good standard of education
• Experience within a legal environment, either in private practice or local government
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The confidence to work independently and as part of a team

Experience or knowledge of local government legal services would be advantageous, but most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to contribute to a successful team.