Paralegal

Vivid Resourcing; Delaware; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing Ltd in Sussex is seeking a Paralegal on a locum basis to support a county council legal team, assisting with drafting, case management and research.

You will work closely with solicitors and colleagues across departments, managing case files and ensuring deadlines are met. The role requires accuracy, confidentiality and clear communication in a public sector setting.

The assignment offers a practical, rewarding experience for an organized professional seeking locum work in Sussex.

Qualifications

• Experience in a paralegal or legal support role
• Understanding of legal processes and case management
• Strong drafting and research skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Confidentiality and data protection awareness

Responsibilities

• Support solicitors and lawyers with the day-to-day management of a caseload
• Draft, review and prepare legal documents, correspondence and standard forms
• Prepare and maintain case files, bundles and supporting documentation
• Carry out legal research and summarise findings for the wider team
• Monitor deadlines, court dates and key milestones, and flag risks early
• Liaise with internal clients, external parties, courts and other agencies
• Keep case management systems accurate and up to date
• Handle confidential and sensitive information in line with data protection requirements
• Provide general administrative and legal support to the team as needed

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Case management

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Sussex
Contract: Locum

About the role

Our client, in Sussex, is looking for a Paralegal to join on a locum basis. The role supports qualified solicitors and lawyers across a range of local authority legal matters, helping the team keep casework moving and meet its deadlines.

You will take on a varied workload that covers preparing and checking documents, managing case files, carrying out legal research and keeping accurate records. You will work closely with solicitors and with colleagues in different council services, so clear communication and sound judgement are as important as legal knowledge.

The successful candidate will bring a methodical approach and a good understanding of how legal teams operate in a public sector environment. If you enjoy work where accuracy matters and every file contributes to a service that residents rely on, this role offers a practical and rewarding assignment.

Main responsibilities

• Support solicitors and lawyers with the day-to-day management of a caseload
• Draft, review and prepare legal documents, correspondence and standard forms
• Prepare and maintain case files, bundles and supporting documentation
• Carry out legal research and summarise findings for the wider team
• Monitor deadlines, court dates and key milestones, and flag risks early
• Liaise with internal clients, external parties, courts and other agencies
• Keep case management systems accurate and up to date
• Handle confidential and sensitive information in line with data protection requirements
• Provide general administrative and legal support to the team as needed

Requirements

• Previous experience in a paralegal or legal support role
• A sound understanding of legal processes and case management
• Strong drafting, research and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Confident use of case management systems and Microsoft Office
• A professional approach to confidentiality, data protection and information governance
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider legal team
• Able to work from Sussex

The offer

• Locum contract based in Sussex
• Working with a county council legal team
• Rate, start date, contract duration and working pattern to be confirmed with candidates

If you are an organised paralegal looking for a locum assignment in Sussex, this role offers the chance to support a busy public sector legal team and make an immediate contribution.