Legal Clerk

Bedford Borough Council; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Borough Council seeks a committed Legal Clerk to join its busy Legal Services team. The role offers a variety of work, including support to solicitors, lawyers and paralegals, plus drafting of legal documents and correspondence.

You will work closely with professionals such as barristers, expert witnesses and court staff. You must be well organised, proactive and enthusiastic with a practical problem-solving approach.

Qualifications

• Well organised, proactive and enthusiastic with a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Commitment to the role and ability to work with professionals such as barristers and social workers.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to solicitors, lawyers and paralegals.
• Drafting of legal documents and correspondence.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Attention to detail

Job description

We are seeking a committed, motivated and capable individual to join our busy Legal Services team and help deliver a high-quality service to the Council as Legal Clerk.

This role offers a wide variety of work including administrative support to solicitors, lawyers and paralegals, as well as some drafting of legal documents and correspondence.

You will work closely with professionals such as barristers, expert witnesses, social workers, court staff and lawyers. You must be well organised, proactive and enthusiastic, with a practical approach to problem-solving and a strong commitment to the role.

In return you will have the opportunity to develop your skills while working alongside friendly and supportive colleagues in a fast-paced and engaging environment.