Posted: 8 June
The role
Job DescriptionThis is a remote position.
4-month contract with a local authority
Summary
- This is a 4-month contract with a local authority, aimed at managing and delivering high-quality appeal, tribunal, and mediation services. The role is crucial for ensuring cases are prepared, represented, and resolved effectively, supporting the organization in achieving fair, timely, and legally compliant outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of appeals, ensuring accurate documentation and timely submission.
- Represent the organization at tribunal hearings, confidently attending and presenting cases.
- Prepare detailed written submissions, statements, and evidence bundles.
- Participate in key tribunal processes, including Telephone Case Management Hearings (TCMH) and full hearings.
- Arrange and attend mediations, including Judicial Alternative Dispute Resolution (JADR) sessions.
- Engage with all parties to facilitate fair and effective resolutions.
- Provide advice and guidance on mediation processes and dispute resolution strategies.
- Support early resolution of disputes to minimize the need for formal hearings.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience handling tribunals, appeals, and mediation processes.
- Practical experience attending hearings, including TCMH, JADR, mediations, and full tribunal hearings.
- Experience managing a varied caseload independently.
Essential Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification (law, public administration, or related field preferred).
- Relevant professional training in tribunals, mediation, or dispute resolution (desirable).
- Accreditation or experience in mediation (advantageous).
Additional Information
- Working hours: 36 hours per week.
- DBS Required.
- Fully remote role.
- Bi-weekly schedule.
- The role closes on 8th June 2026, apply ASAP.
RequirementsTo manage and deliver high-quality appeal, tribunal, and mediation services, ensuring cases are prepared, represented, and resolved effectively
