Paralegal (Hybrid) — Public Sector, Regional Impact

FQPS Academy Ltd.; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Annual leave entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is seeking a Paralegal to join the Legal Services team. You will support the delivery of high-quality legal services across a broad portfolio, including governance, contracts, and public law matters.

The role offers hybrid working and exposure to high-profile projects affecting communities across York and North Yorkshire. Working with experienced solicitors, you will conduct legal research, draft documents, manage caseloads, and liaise with internal

Qualifications

• Experience working in a legal environment or similar professional setting.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, processes and procedures.
• Experience undertaking legal research and preparing legal documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Managing and progressing an allocated caseload of legal matters.
• Drafting, reviewing and preparing legal documents and correspondence.
• Undertaking legal research and presenting findings clearly and accurately.
• Supporting solicitors and senior legal colleagues with projects and transactions.
• Maintaining legal records and case management systems.
• Assisting with hearings, tribunals, inquiries and other formal proceedings.
• Liaising with internal clients, external organisations, legal representatives and stakeholders.
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements.

Skills

Legal research

Legal drafting

Case management

Stakeholder liaison

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic records systems

Job description

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is seeking a Paralegal to join the Legal Services team. You will support the delivery of high-quality legal services across a broad portfolio, including governance, contracts, and public law matters.

The role offers hybrid working and exposure to high-profile projects affecting communities across York and North Yorkshire. Working with experienced solicitors, you will conduct legal research, draft documents, manage caseloads, and liaise with internal