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- Full-time
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Legal Assistant

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Ipplepen

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Job details

Temporary
£19.81 an hour
19 hours ago

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Law
Stakeholder collaboration
Bachelor's degree
Legal drafting
Court statement preparation
Legal research
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Legal Officer (Paralegal)

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week, Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00
Contract: Temporary (12 Weeks, with potential extension)
Rate: PAYE £19.81 per hour

We're recruiting a Legal Officer (Paralegal) to support Council's Legal & Democratic Services team. This is a career-graded role, ideal for someone with legal training and experience who can provide efficient paralegal support across civil and criminal litigation, licensing, conveyancing, and council functions.

About the Role

As a Legal Officer (Paralegal), you'll assist in the smooth operation of the Legal department by preparing cases, advising on evidence, undertaking advocacy, and supporting senior legal officers across a wide range of matters.

What you'll be doing:

Preparing cases for Civil and Criminal Courts, including injunctions, debt recovery, housing standards, and regulatory prosecutions
Drafting summonses, statements of case, applications, and legal documents
Undertaking advocacy at County Court, Magistrates' Court, or Tribunal hearings
Conducting legal research and advising council services
Preparing briefs for Counsel and assisting at Hearings and Public Inquiries
Supporting licensing functions, including acting as Legal Adviser to Licensing Sub-Committees
Working jointly with senior legal officers on employment tribunal and prosecution matters
Developing council policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with law and regulation
Keeping up to date with relevant legislation and advising Members and Officers

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone proactive, resilient, and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

You'll ideally have:

A relevant law qualification (LLB, GDL, or CILEX Level 6/7)
Experience managing your own caseload independently
Knowledge of civil and criminal litigation, licensing, and conveyancing
Strong advocacy, mediation, and negotiation skills
Good IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and legal database software
Excellent communication skills and a professional approach
Ability to work collaboratively with senior officers, councillors, and external stakeholders

Why Apply?

Full-time hours in a structured legal environment
Short-term contract ideal for gaining varied legal experience
Career-graded role offering progression based on qualifications and experience
Opportunity to contribute to Teignbridge District Council's Legal Services team

Benefits

Weekly Pay
Company Pension
Ongoing Agency Support
Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Professional registration fees covered (approved legal body)

Order - 5303678

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: £19.81 per hour

Expected hours: 37.0 per week

Benefits:

Company pension

Experience:

civil and criminal litigation, licensing, and conveyancing.: 1 year (required)
advocacy, mediation, and negotiation skills: 1 year (required)
managing your own caseload independently.: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

LLB, GDL, or CILEX Level 6/7) (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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