Your Role
We currently have a paralegal opportunity within the Public Law and Human Rights Department in our Bristol office to undertake casework and support on a range of public law and human rights cases.
The team undertakes a range of work in civil liberties (including actions against the police and inquests), mental capacity and Court of Protection welfare disputes, and education. Our lawyers are experts in their field.
Our Public Law and Human Rights department is ranked as a leader in various fields in both the Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 directories. Many of our solicitors are ranked individually.
We are instructed in interesting and often high-profile, cutting-edge cases. We have a national reputation for our work on test cases, with a presence in ten offices across the country.
We hold Legal Aid Agency contracts in public law, community care, and claims against public authorities. We also work with privately funded individuals, professional associations, charities, and voluntary organizations. We collaborate closely with our colleagues and teams in Irwin Mitchell to provide comprehensive services to our clients.
About You
Experience as a paralegal or in public law/human rights, especially within the areas mentioned, would be advantageous but is not essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a genuine interest in these areas, with a focus on assisting with health and welfare Court of Protection matters.
You should possess excellent client care skills, a sensitive understanding of clients’ needs, and good communication skills to work effectively with diverse individuals.
Additional qualities include excellent analytical and organizational skills, teamwork, meticulous documentation, IT literacy, attention to detail, initiative, and a working knowledge of legal aid systems is desirable. The role suits motivated individuals with intelligence, ambition, lateral thinking, and sound judgment. An undergraduate degree or equivalent is required.
If you thrive in a busy environment and adapt well to new challenges, we will provide training and support to help you succeed in this rewarding role.
Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You
* 25 days holidays plus bank holidays; option to buy up to 35 additional hours of holiday.
* Generous and flexible pension schemes.
* Two paid volunteering days annually for a cause of your choice.
* Westfield Health membership, including refunds on medical services and access to Aviva Digital GP services.
We promote well-being initiatives to support mental health and offer flexible working options through our Flexible by Choice programme, subject to role and team requirements.
We are recognized in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024!
Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, social responsibility, community investment, and environmental sustainability underpins our organizational values and culture.
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