Job Description
2 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• An experienced Locum Principal Legal Assistant is required for a temporary, full-time assignment within a public sector legal team.
• This role will support the legal department during a vacancy period, focusing on high-level legal support and casework management.
• The postholder will work closely with solicitors and senior legal officers to deliver efficient legal services across various areas of law.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Provide high-quality legal assistance and administrative support to solicitors and senior legal officers.
• Draft, prepare, and review legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and court bundles.
• Conduct legal research and summarise findings for use in case preparation and decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation and progression of legal casework, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.
• Liaise with internal departments, external organisations, and stakeholders on legal matters.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and case files, ensuring confidentiality and data protection compliance.
• Attend court, tribunals, or hearings as necessary, supporting the legal team in a professional capacity.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of legal processes and procedures.
Skills/Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years’ recent experience in a public sector legal environment.
• Strong working knowledge of legal procedures and case management.
• Experience drafting and reviewing complex legal documents.
• Ability to manage a varied and high-volume caseload independently.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation, including local government law.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficient in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Additional Information:
• The closing date: 17/10/2025.
• Hours: 36 hours per week.
• Location: 2 Alice Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 2YA, United Kingdom.
Requirements
• Minimum of 3 years’ recent experience in a public sector legal environment. • Strong working knowledge of legal procedures and case management. • Experience drafting and reviewing complex legal documents. • Ability to manage a varied and high-volume caseload independently. • Excellent legal research and analytical skills. • Familiarity with relevant legislation, including local government law. • Strong verbal and written communication abilities. • High level of attention to detail and organisational skills. • Proficient in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications. • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.