Hybrid Locum Legal Assistant — 3-Month Interim

Venn Group; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Venn Group is recruiting a Part-time Locum Legal Assistant for a Devon-based Local Authority. The role is 18.5 hours per week with an initial 3-month term and hybrid working; attendance at the Devon office is expected twice weekly.

Key duties include researching relevant law, preparing court bundles, handling FOI/Data Access requests, managing case files, and supporting the Legal Service team across various areas. GCSEs English/Maths and a Diploma Level 3 are required or in progress.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at A-C level or equivalent.
• Institute of Legal Executives Diploma Level 3 or equivalent.
• Paralegal/Legal Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and understand law to ensure policy/compliance.
• Prepare bundles for court/tribunal hearings.
• Register/respond to FOI/Data Access requests.
• Manage case files and maintain records.
• Assist with disclosure and prepare legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and staff within the Legal Service.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal assistant

Interpersonal skills

ICT skills

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

ILE Diploma Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Venn Group is recruiting a Part-time Locum Legal Assistant for a Devon-based Local Authority. The role is 18.5 hours per week with an initial 3-month term and hybrid working; attendance at the Devon office is expected twice weekly.

Key duties include researching relevant law, preparing court bundles, handling FOI/Data Access requests, managing case files, and supporting the Legal Service team across various areas. GCSEs English/Maths and a Diploma Level 3 are required or in progress.