Legal Administrator

Adecco; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Legal Administrator for the Devon & Cornwall Police Force. This part-time role (22.5 hours per week) involves essential administrative support, diary management, and customer service within a legal environment. Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong typing skills. The position offers a hybrid working model with an hourly rate of £12.79 until at least March 2026.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience, particularly within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage a challenging workload with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support to the Joint Legal Services Department.
• Support the Head of Legal Services and Senior Force Legal Advisors.
• Deliver high-quality customer-focused assistance.
• Manage legal documentation and file management.

Skills

Administrative experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong audio and copy typing skills

Job description

Overview

Temporary Legal Administrator opportunity at the Devon & Cornwall Police Force, Middlemoor Police HQ, Exeter. Temporary, part-time (22.5 hours per week, Wednesday to Friday, hybrid working) with an hourly rate of £12.79, until at least the end of March 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support to the Joint Legal Services Department.
• 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, delivering high-quality, customer-focused assistance.
• Liaison: Communicate with various departments and partner agencies on behalf of the legal team.
• Practice Manager Support: Step in for the Practice Manager as needed, managing new work allocations with minimal supervision.
• Data Management: Collate and interrogate data from legal services case management systems; assist 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

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

Apply and Additional Information

How to apply: Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining relevant experience.

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