Paralegal - Childcare Law (SC6-SO2)
London Borough of Lambeth
Role
Who You Are
You are a motivated and detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing workloads efficiently to deliver legal services timely. You demonstrate a strong commitment to client satisfaction and compliance with legal standards, health and safety legislation, and the Council's policies.
What the Job Involves
This role involves carrying out legal and support tasks across various fields within the Council’s duties, including civil and criminal litigation, housing, social services, and more. You will handle a variety of legal duties such as managing routine legal inquiries, obtaining key dates, liaising with different departments, collecting statistical data, and ensuring efficient use of information technology systems. Additionally, you will conduct legal research, assist senior staff, and be responsible for implementing effective administrative procedures within the team.
Skills
- Strong organisational and workload management skills
- Proficiency in legal research and data analysis
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Experience with case management systems
- Ability to ensure client satisfaction
- Knowledge of health, safety, and equal opportunity legislation
- Familiarity with civil and criminal litigation processes
- Technologically proficient with IT systems
- Ability to develop and implement administrative procedures