Junior Paralegal

ADECCO; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A law enforcement agency in Exeter is seeking a Temporary Junior Paralegal to support legal services. This part-time role, offering 22.5 hours per week, involves administrative duties such as diary management, data management, and customer service. Ideal candidates will have administrative experience in a legal setting and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role provides an opportunity to make a difference in the community while enhancing your administrative skills.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience, especially within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to navigate a challenging workload with limited supervision.
• Strong audio and copy typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support to the Joint Legal Services Department.
• Support the Head of Legal Services and Senior Force Legal Advisors.
• Be the first point of contact for inquiries.
• Communicate with various departments and partner agencies.
• Assist with data management from legal services case management systems.

Skills

Administrative experience in a legal environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong audio and copy typing skills

Understanding of English grammar

Job description

Job Advertisement: Temporary Junior Paralegal

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a vital public service? Our client, the Devon & Cornwall Police Force, is seeking a dedicated Legal Administrator to join their team at the Middlemoor Police HQ in Exeter. This temporary, part-time working 22.5 hours per week Wednesday to Friday (Hybrid working), the role offers an hourly rate of £12.79, until at least the end of March 2026.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in supporting legal services for law enforcement.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside professionals committed to justice and community service.
Flexible Schedule: Part-time hours allow for a work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Legal Administrator, you will provide essential administrative support to the Joint Legal Services Department. Your duties will include:

• Diary Management: Support the Head of Legal Services and Senior Force Legal Advisors, coordinating and prioritising their work effectively.
• Customer Service: Be the first point of contact for inquiries, providing a high-quality, customer-focused approach.
• Liaison: Communicate with various departments and partner agencies on behalf of the legal team.
• Practise Manager Support: Step in for the practise Manager as needed, managing new work allocations with minimal supervision.
• Data Management: Collate and interrogate data from legal services case management systems, assisting with Freedom of Information requests.
• Meeting Coordination: Organise administrative support for meetings and events, including venue bookings and action follow-ups.
• Legal Documentation: Accurately type legal documents using digital dictation.
• General Office Duties: Manage travel arrangements, invoices, payments, photocopying, and data management.
• IT Problem Solving: Assist the team with IT issues to ensure smooth operation.
• File Management: Open and close legal files in compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Court Preparation: Prepare bundles for court hearings and proceedings.
• Team Collaboration: Work as part of a team to deliver departmental projects.

Essential Criteria: To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Administrative experience, particularly within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• The ability to navigate a challenging workload with limited supervision.
• Strong audio and copy typing skills, along with a solid understanding of English grammar.

Join Us!
If you are enthusiastic about contributing to a vital public service and meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you! This role is not just a job-it's an opportunity to make a difference in the community while developing your administrative skills in a legal setting.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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