At a Glance
- Tasks: Support legal casework, manage insurance claims, and assist with administrative processes.
- Company: Historic Environment Scotland, a key player in preserving Scotland’s heritage.
- Benefits: Fixed term contract, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for growth and skill development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career while making a real impact on Scotland's historic environment.
- Qualifications: SCQF level 7 in legal services or related field; experience in a legal setting.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Fixed term contract for 2 years. Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is seeking candidates for a Paralegal role within our Finance & Corporate Services Directorate. Join a collaborative legal team at the heart of Scotland’s national heritage organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to build your legal career while supporting meaningful work that protects and promotes Scotland’s historic environment. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and working at pace, this role offers real impact and development.
About the role:
- Support legal casework through research, drafting and document preparation.
- Help manage insurance claims, including coordinating evidence and maintaining records.
- Act as a first point of contact for legal queries, triaging and managing requests.
- Maintain legal systems, workflows, and registers (including contract and insurance records).
- Manage the team inbox and ensure timely progression of actions.
- Support continuous improvement of legal templates, processes, and systems.
- Assist with administrative and financial processes such as invoices and purchase orders.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring the Legal Team delivers accurate, efficient and professional support across the organisation.
About you:
You will be required to demonstrate that you meet the requirements and qualifications below as part of the selection process.
Essential requirements:
- Qualified to at least SCQF level 7 in legal services or a related subject.
- Experience of working in a legal environment or relevant legal studies (e.g. in-house, private practice).
- Strong IT skills, including MS Office 365 (SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, Visio, Adobe Acrobat/Sign, Outlook).
- Demonstrable experience of drafting, formatting and maintaining complex legal documents and templates.
- Sound understanding of basic legal concepts.
- Strong organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise workload, manage legal workflows and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Interested? Visit our website to view the full job description and for information about applying online for this interesting and exciting opportunity. Closing date: midday, Friday 17 July 2026.
Paralegal in Newington employer: Historic Environment Scotland
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation of Scotland's rich heritage while developing your legal career. With a collaborative work culture, a commitment to employee growth, and a focus on meaningful impact, HES provides a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally. Located at the heart of Scotland's national heritage, this role not only offers variety and challenge but also the chance to be part of a team dedicated to making a difference.
Contact Details:
Historic Environment Scotland Recruitment Team
