<div><h3>About the role</h3><p>Make a difference by joining our forward-thinking legal service, working together as one team to provide high quality legal support for the benefit of Dorsets residents and business communities.</p><h3>Whats in it for you</h3><p>This is not a typical public sector legal team - we are a busy, future-focused team, proud of our professional expertise and high standards. Youll join a dedicated and unified service, which foster a strong culture of support, respect, and integrity both within the council and for our external customers. Everyone who joins our service is supported to develop their knowledge and skills and your work will be interesting and varied. The position is based at County Hall in Dorchester.</p><h3>What you can expect to be doing</h3><p>We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Dorset Councils successful Litigation Team as a Paralegal. You will be providing legal support to the Lawyers that is interesting and varied in various practice areas such as criminal and civil litigation. The activities will include research, drafting and attending court. You will be part of a supportive team which meets weekly to discuss and review cases, with regular 1:1s with your line manager.</p><h3>About you</h3><p>You need to have a positive can do attitude and work well as part of a team and on your own. You should be able to communicate well both orally and in writing.</p><h3>Travel and vehicle</h3><p>This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed.</p><h3>Working with vulnerable groups</h3><p>This post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them. It will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders.</p><h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset</li><li>have access to a range of benefits and support</li><li>receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress</li></ul><h3>Equal opportunities</h3><p>We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.</p></div>