Business Support Officer

Colbern Limited; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Colbern Limited is seeking a Legal Assistant in Solihull to support solicitors in childcare, adult social care and education. The role is part-time, 3 days per week (Wednesday to Friday) with a pay rate of £17.85 per hour.

The ideal candidate will have experience in legal settings, knowledge of childcare law and excellent drafting skills. Strong organisation and confidentiality are essential for managing deadlines and casework.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a legal, family law or social care legal setting.
• Qualifying law degree or graduate diploma in law and practice, or substantial childcare sector experience.
• Knowledge of childcare law, family proceedings and court processes.
• Experience drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supporting solicitors in childcare, adult social care and education.

Skills

Legal experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree or graduate diploma in law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

Legal Assistant

Solihull

Contract – 3 days per week

£17.85 per hour

Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant

Legal assistant required for the social care and education team. Supporting solicitors in childcare, adult social care and education.

The position is part-time, 3 days a week Wednesday - Friday.

• Experience working in a legal, family law or social care legal setting.
• Hold a qualifying law degree or graduate diploma in law and practice or have substantial experience within the childcare legal sector
• Knowledge of childcare law, family proceedings and court processes.
• Experience drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer