Paralegal

Service Care Solutions Ltd; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Care Solutions is seeking a Paralegal to join their legal team for the COVID-19 Inquiry in Edinburgh. This hybrid role involves assisting solicitors and preparing documentation, requiring strong analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of Scots law. With a contract length of 18 months, the position offers a competitive salary of £36,944 per annum and hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out tasks independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good knowledge of Scots law.

Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors and Counsel with evidence preparation.
• Working with solicitors to brief teams on witness evidence.
• Preparing and reviewing core participant documentation.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Research skills

Note-taking

Risk assessment

Job description

Service Care Solutions is working alongside the COVID-19 Inquiry as they need a Paralegal to join their legal team. In this role, you will work as part of the Inquiry legal team to flexibly and constructively ensure the efficient delivery of outcomes.

Salary:Grade B2 (£36,944per annum)
Contract Length:18 months
Location:Edinburgh (Hybrid – 2 days in the office)
Ltd Day Rate:£192.61
PAYE Day Rate inc. of Holiday: £164.56
Submission Deadline: 12th of June 2025 (AM)

Key Responsibilities of the Paralegal role:

• Assisting solicitors and Counsel with consideration of evidence and preparing reports and documents for use by the solicitor and Counsel teams.
• Working with solicitors to brief teams on taking witness evidence
• Preparation and review of core participant documentation
• Liaising with and supporting solicitors and Counsel on investigations
• Carrying out other tasks required by the inquiry, including providing cover for the wider team of paralegals.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Ability to carry out tasks independently with minimum oversight, remaining calm under pressure.
• Strong written and oral communication skills as well as excellent analytical and research skills.
• Ability to take accurate notes and action points of complex meetings.
• Have a good knowledge of Scots law.
• Preparation and review of core participant documentation
• Ability to foresee risk and assist with strategic planning.

Working Pattern & Location:

• Standard hours: 35 hours per week.
• Hybrid working: typically 2 days per week in the Edinburgh office.
• Some periods, particularly around hearings, may require longer hours and on-site presence.
• Flexible and hybrid working options considered depending on role needs.

If this Paralegal role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email [e-mail].

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.