Childcare Paralegal

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; Wales; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization in Wales is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Childcare Legal Team on a remote temporary basis. The role involves supporting solicitors with childcare matters, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. Candidates with recent children's law experience are highly encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Recent children's law experience, ideally within public law.
• Previous experience as a Paralegal in a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to Solicitors handling childcare matters.
• Requesting disclosure and gathering relevant case documentation.
• Liaising with external parties to chase evidence and court documents.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Experience as a Paralegal

Job description

Paralegal - Childcare Legal Team (Remote, Temporary)
Location: Wales (Remote)
Contract: Temporary - Initial 3 months

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a Local Authority in Wales on a remote, temporary basis.

We are seeking a proactive individual with recent children's law experience, ideally within public law, who is ready to take on a new and rewarding challenge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing support to a team of Solicitors handling childcare matters
• Requesting disclosure and gathering relevant case documentation
• Liaising with external parties to chase evidence and court documents
• Taking accurate minutes during meetings
• Delivering high-quality administrative support to the legal team

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Paralegal, ideally within a similar setting
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities remotely

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply without delay, as shortlisting will take place immediately.

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