Legal Assistant - Litigation and Social Care

Pertemps Harrow; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to manage caseloads and provide support across various legal specialisms. The ideal candidate will have a degree in law or equivalent experience and excellent client care skills. This hybrid role offers opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of English law and public law principles.
• Experience in a legal environment advising clients and conducting caseload.
• Educated to degree standard in law or experience without qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage a significant caseload across various legal specialisms.
• Conduct legal research and provide advice to lawyers and clients.
• Represent clients in court and handle administrative tasks.

Skills

Caseload Management

Legal Research

Client Care Skills

Microsoft Products

Education

Degree in Law or legal qualification

Tools

Electronic case management system

Job description

Job Title : Legal Assistant : Litigation and Social Care

Grade : £16.71 - (rate dependent on experience)

Location : Hybrid

Contract : Temporary ongoing (initial 6-month assignment with view to extend)

Working Hours : 36 hours per week

Job Overview

Pertemps is currently recruiting for a proactive and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant. This is a key career‑graded role designed to support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing, and supporting cutting‑edge practice management processes.

The successful candidate will play a central role in conducting a significant caseload across several legal specialisms. This position offers improved career opportunities and the chance to move between teams to cover a wider range of legal specialisms.

Key Responsibilities

• Caseload Management: Advise on and conduct legal files for civil and criminal litigation, children's and adults social care, and education matters. Maintain a significant caseload in compliance with Lexcel requirements.
• Legal Support & Research: Provide advice, undertake research, and support lawyers. Provide clear and accurate advice to clients in person, on the telephone, and in writing.
• Representation & Advocacy: Represent clients in court, tribunals, panels, and external meetings. Undertake advocacy.
• Governance & Panels: Clerk Education Exclusion Panel meetings. Provide advice to members, officers, and project teams proactively.
• Systems & Compliance: Provide administrative and systems assistance as a super user of an electronic case management system. Ensure compliance with office procedures and Lexcel & IIP standards.

Requirements

Knowledge

General knowledge of English law, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. General knowledge and understanding of public law principles as they apply to local government.

Experience

Experience of working in a legal environment; contributing positively in a team; providing written and oral legal advice and guidance to officers / clients; conducting a caseload with minimum supervision covering at least one of the following areas: civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work.

Education / Qualifications

Educated to degree standard, with a qualification in law (e.g., law degree, CPE, LPC) or be studying for / obtained a recognised legal qualification, or substantial experience working in a legal environment in lieu of qualification. Evidence of continuing professional development.

Skills & Abilities

Must be able to manage and prioritise workload; understand and meet Lexcel standards; demonstrate excellent client care skills; conduct legal research; use fully Microsoft products & a case management system; draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings; and present a confident and professional demeanour.

About Us

Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been a market leader in staffing solutions for nearly 60 years. Recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running, we pride ourselves on our personal touch and commitment to our employees. We are an accredited 'Investor in People', reflecting our dedication to career progression and employee satisfaction.

Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK. Located just 10 miles from the city centre and 13 minutes from Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers excellent transport links and accessibility to the M1, M25, and A406.

Data Protection

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