Paralegal - Childcare

Novax Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join its Childcare Legal Team in Lambeth. The successful candidate will assist lawyers in delivering effective legal services and conducting routine legal work. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are crucial. Previous experience in childcare law is advantageous. This is a full-time contracted position with a pay rate of £30 hourly.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• Previous experience in childcare law or local authority legal team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing legal service to the Council.
• Conduct routine legal work under supervision.
• Attend court and instruct counsel as required.
• Support in team procedures and meetings.
• Align duties with Council's policies.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving approach

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Paralegal - Childcare
Location: Lambeth
Contract Type: Full time - contract
Salary: £30 P/H

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join the Council's Childcare Legal Team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our lawyers in delivering an efficient and effective legal service, ensuring that the Council's duties and objectives are met to the highest standards.

Main Purpose of the Role

• To assist in providing an efficient and effective legal service to the Council by supporting lawyers and the wider legal team.
• To conduct routine legal work under the supervision of the Senior Lawyer.
• To attend court and instruct counsel as required.
• To provide support to Principal and Senior Lawyers in administering team procedures, attending team meetings, and implementing Lexcel quality standards.
• To carry out duties in a proactive and enabling manner, aligned with the Council's policies and objectives.

About You

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy legal environment.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and supporting colleagues.
• Previous experience in childcare law, or within a local authority legal team, would be highly advantageous.