Legal Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £20.19 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | per hour PAYE |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 18 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Warrington, WA1 2NT |
| Cwmni: | Triumph Consultants Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 000A 1F7F / 1 |
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What's involved with this role:
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Reference: 000A 1F7F / 1
Salary: £20.19 per hour PAYE
Hours: 37 hours
Role length: 4 months
Job type: Remote working is considered but would prefer some office attendance
Location: Warrington
Contract Type: Temporary
The role: We are seeking a highly organised and driven Senior Legal Assistant to join the Safeguarding legal team. This vital role supports the Council’s work in Safeguarding Adults and Education, offering legal advice, preparing court bundles, liaising with courts and counsel, and assisting on complex cases.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice and support in safeguarding adults and education matters
Prepare court documents and bundles; assess client statements
Liaise with courts, external solicitors, and counsel
Attend court/tribunal alongside solicitors or counsel
Support fee earners on complex and high-profile legal matters
Conduct legal research and draft documentation
Occasionally supervise legal apprentices and support staff
What the client is looking for:
Strong understanding of safeguarding, education law and public sector legal frameworks
Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload
Experience working with or within local authorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Confident liaising with internal departments and external legal professionals
Previous experience handling safeguarding or education-related legal matters
Familiarity with legal case management systems
Ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours work
How to Apply
Submit your CV and cover letter
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Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.
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Job Ref: 000A 1F7F / 1
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