Paralegal

Service Care Solutions; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Paralegal to support a high-profile public inquiry in central Edinburgh. The role offers hybrid working and entails managing sensitive information, assessing evidence relevance, and preparing for hearings. Candidates should have previous Paralegal experience or a degree in law. Apply now for this opportunity with a significant national impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing sensitive information according to procedures.
• Ability to undertake relevance assessments of evidence.
• Competence in implementing redaction processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage sensitive information sharing with witnesses.
• Assess relevance of recovered evidence based on policies.
• Implement legal redaction processes within tight time frames.
• Prepare for Inquiry hearings effectively.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in law or relevant field

Job description

Service care solutionsare working with the Eljamel inquiry who are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Paralegal ready to make a difference in a high-profile public inquiry? We are seeking Paralegalto join a dedicated legal team based in central Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to support significant work with a national impact, working within a reputable inquiry team handling complex evidence and legal processes.

Job Details

• Job Title: Paralegal - Eljamel Inquiry
• Contract Length: 23 months
• Contract Type: Contract
• Location: Central Edinburgh (hybrid working available)
• Salary: £39,747 per year, LTD day rate: £207.58 PAYE (Inc) £177.14
• Start Date: ASAP for 2 individuals, with 3 additional positions over the next three months

Candidate Responsibilities

• Managing the sharing of highly sensitive information and material to and from witnesses in accordance with agreed procedures
• Using sound judgement to undertake assessments of relevance of recovered evidence in line with Inquiry policies and protocols
• Responsibility for implementing redaction processes to tight legally set time frames, including application of complex redaction for disclosure of evidence in line with Inquiry policies and protocols
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders, such as Recognised Legal Representatives
• Assistance with preparation for hearings of the Inquiry, including preliminary hearing(s) and evidential hearings

Required Skills and Experience

• Previous Paralegal experience or an undergraduate degree in law or a relevant field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high volumes of documentation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

How to Apply

Apply today by sending your CV to (url removed) or call on: (phone number removed). We also welcome referrals for this position if they are new to SCS, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.