Legal Assistant

Schools’ Choice; England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role offers flexibility, allowing for remote work while requiring occasional office attendance for supervision. The successful candidate will support Contracts Lawyers with various legal and administrative tasks, including drafting agreements and preparing legal documents. Ideal candidates will possess a legal qualification and strong organisational skills, with a keen attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an impactful legal team while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Holds a legal qualification such as a law degree or LPC.
• Previous office experience, preferably in a legal or public sector setting.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Contracts Lawyers with legal and administrative tasks.
• Drafting and reviewing agreements and legal documents.
• Providing general administrative support to the legal team.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Education

Legal Qualification (Law Degree, LPC, or Equivalent)

Job description

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

• Salary: £25,900
• Location: Shropshire
• Working Pattern: Hybrid - flexibility available depending on the candidate. While the team largely works remotely, they would prefer someone who could attend the office periodically for supervision and support (this could range from once a week to once a month, depending on individual needs).

Key Duties:

• Supporting the Contracts Lawyers with a range of legal and administrative tasks
• Drafting and reviewing simple agreements and correspondence
• Preparing legal documents and reports
• Assisting with document management and file maintenance
• Coordinating with internal departments and external stakeholders
• Providing general administrative support to the legal team

Candidate Profile:

• Holds a legal qualification (e.g. law degree, LPC, or equivalent)
• Previous office experience is essential; legal office or public sector experience preferred (desirable).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills

You can now begin working on this role while I await further confirmation from the Head of Legal regarding budget approval, job descriptions, and the full benefits package.

Contracts Lawyers (Permanent - 2 Roles)
Shropshire Council are also recruiting two permanent Contracts Lawyers. These are excellent opportunities to work on a varied and interesting caseload, covering:

• Service agreements
• Grant funding arrangements
• Construction contracts
• Social care and health-related contracts
• Estates and property-related matters

Positions Available:

• One full-time role
• One part-time role (3 days per week)

Location: Fully remote, with very occasional travel to the Shropshire offices (primarily for tasks like document sealing).
While caseload volume wasn't specified, most matters are relatively straightforward and low in complexity, with only a small number requiring more detailed input.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor, legal executive, or barrister
• Must have experience in public sector contract law