Paralegal

Randstad Delivery; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector service provider is looking for an experienced Paralegal in Bristol to support solicitors in managing complex legal cases. The role involves ensuring compliance with procedural rules, conducting legal research, and liaising with stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in public law and strong organisational skills. This fixed-term contract offers a day rate of £152.

Qualifications

• Experience in public law, regulatory, or administrative law work required.
• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads and meet strict deadlines.
• Legal research skills in legislation and procedural rules necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance to public sector solicitors managing complex caseloads.
• Organise and maintain large volumes of case material.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Attend Court and Tribunal hearings to support solicitors.

Skills

Prior experience as a Paralegal or legal support officer

Strong organisational skills

Solid legal research skills

Understanding of public sector values and data protection

Job description

Job Title: Paralegal
Location: Bristol
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (until 31/03/2026)
Day Rate: 152.00 per day

Role Overview

A dedicated and diligent Paralegal is required to provide a trusted legal support function within a public sector legal team. This role involves working closely with solicitors to progress a complex and often sensitive caseload relating to public law matters. You will play a key part in upholding the organisation's commitment to robust decision-making, accountability, and the delivery of high-quality public services.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Support & Casework

• Provide competent, dependable legal assistance to public sector solicitors managing complex caseloads involving regulatory, administrative, civil, or enforcement matters.
• Support all aspects of case preparation and case management, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines, procedural rules, and internal governance requirements.
• Prepare and draft legal documentation, case summaries, instructions to counsel, witness statements, and correspondence in accordance with public sector standards.

Document & Evidence Management

• Organise, analyse, and maintain large volumes of disclosure and case material, ensuring all documentation is handled in line with organisational policies, data protection requirements, and legal obligations.
• Identify missing documentation or evidential gaps and proactively take steps to request, collate, and secure outstanding information from internal teams, external agencies, or partner bodies.
• Prioritise competing tasks to support the timely progression of cases that may have significant operational, financial, or reputational implications for the organisation.

Research & Intelligence Gathering

• Carry out legal research into public law, case law, statutory frameworks, government guidance, and regulatory obligations to support case strategy.
• Gather, record, and share relevant intelligence with solicitors, case officers, and partner organisations to inform decision-making and risk assessments.
• Assist in ensuring the organisation operates within its legal powers and complies with relevant legislation.

Liaison & Communication

• Maintain professional and effective communication with a wide range of stakeholders, including internal departments, external agencies, regulators, and partner organisations.
• Arrange and attend case conferences and multi-agency meetings; prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, and ensure follow-up actions are monitored and completed.
• Provide clear updates to interested parties on case progress while maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive information.

Court & Tribunal Support

• Attend Court and Tribunal hearings to support solicitors, prepare bundles, assist with evidence presentation, and liaise with witnesses and court officials.

Skills & Experience Required

• Prior experience as a Paralegal or legal support officer within the public sector or in an environment involving public law, regulatory, or administrative law work.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage high-volume caseloads and work to strict statutory deadlines.
• Solid legal research skills, particularly in relation to legislation, public law, and procedural rules.
• Understanding of public sector values, data protection (including GDPR), information governance, and the importance of transparency and accountability.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.