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Legal Assistant
Salary: £24,294 - £25,979 per annum (pay award pending)
Job Description:
Legal Assistant (Ref REQ000067)
£24,294 - £25,979 per annum (pay award pending)
Are you ready to be part of a professional and welcoming legal team that offers exceptional benefits and true flexibility? Mansfield District Council is seeking a dedicated individual to join the team and contribute to our success while gaining invaluable experience and fostering personal and professional growth.
We're searching for a Legal Assistant to take on a stimulating workload that will include both contentious and non-contentious tasks. From Right to Buy sales to debt recovery and housing-related court proceedings, you'll be engaged in a variety of projects. Additionally, you'll provide crucial administrative and case work support, assist with basic contracts, conduct legal research, and draft legal documents and court paperwork. There's also the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues on more complex cases.
As a key member of our in-house legal team, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a diverse array of legal disciplines. Our supportive environment ensures that you'll be involved in all aspects of cases, providing you with a solid foundation in legal practice. If you possess excellent communication and research skills, we'll provide the guidance and support you need to thrive.
Whether you're a law graduate, a CILEX Member, or have equivalent qualifications/experience, we welcome your application. We believe in fostering a culture of flexibility, and we're open to discussing various working arrangements. Plus, our impressive employee benefits package includes up to 36 days of annual leave (after 5 years of local government service) and a generous pension contribution. Efficient hybrid-working arrangements are in place, ensuring that you can work comfortably and effectively from home when required.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Gina Fryatt on 01623 463197.
Join us in shaping the future of legal excellence at Mansfield District Council. Apply now!
As part of shortlisting applications, a short telephone call may be held prior to interview. Any applicants who have been successfully shortlisted will be invited to interview on Tuesday 18 June 2024.
To apply, please click the link below:-
Closing date: 9 June 2024
Interviews: 18 June 2024