Education Law Paralegal — Local Government Impact

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Birmingham is seeking a Paralegal to join their Education Team. This role offers an opportunity to provide legal support in various education-related matters, including school admissions and exclusions. The position requires a degree-level education or equivalent experience, with a strong commitment to exceptional legal support. The authority promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering a variety of benefits such as annual leave, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus additional benefits

Health and wellbeing support networks

Employee support groups

Job-related pension scheme

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Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Experience in a Local Authority or legal environment.
• Interest in education law.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal and legal support to the Education lawyers.
• Conduct legal research and prepare documents.
• Clerk School Admission Appeals and Exclusion Review Panels.
• Liaise with Council officers and external bodies.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Proofreading

Google Docs

Organizational skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Case Management

Legal Research

Research Experience

Paralegal

Filing

Writing Skills

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Job description

A local government authority in Birmingham is seeking a Paralegal to join their Education Team. This role offers an opportunity to provide legal support in various education-related matters, including school admissions and exclusions. The position requires a degree-level education or equivalent experience, with a strong commitment to exceptional legal support. The authority promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering a variety of benefits such as annual leave, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development.