At a Glance
- Tasks: Support legal teams with research, case management, and liaising with courts and barristers.
- Company: Join a progressive legal service supporting vibrant councils in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and safeguarding vulnerable groups.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local governance while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication, IT skills, and ability to manage priorities; local government experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 26985 - 26985 £ per year.
About us
One source is a fully integrated shared legal service providing legal advice to Newham and Havering; two busy, innovative and progressive Councils. It also provides legal advice to a range of external public sector organisations such as schools, colleges and other local authorities. The service is Lexcel accredited and has high standards in the quality of the advice given to clients and in the professionalism of its staff.
About the Job
Supporting six legal teams with 80 fee earners, our legal business support team plays an integral role in the running of the service. This Legal Assistant role will join five others to provide support to lawyers in handling day-to-day legal cases, carrying out tasks such as legal research, collation of court bundles, liaison with third parties such as the courts and external barristers, and maintaining case data on the service’s legal case management system.
We are looking for a proactive legal administrator who has excellent communication and IT skills and the ability to work using their own initiative with competing priorities and deadlines. Our service operates a hybrid working model with some working from home and time spent in the office. You may, on occasion, need to attend both Newham and Havering’s offices as part of your duties but on a day-to-day basis our main location is Newham’s Dockside offices situated near London City Airport and next to the Docklands Light Railway.
About You
Team player, highly motivated, resilient, and confidently able to act independently. You will use your initiative when appropriate to ensure clients’ interests are protected. You need good communication and IT skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Local government experience is desirable.
Additional Information
The London Borough of Newham is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview. Newham is one of the youngest, most diverse, and vibrant boroughs in the UK. As an inclusive employer we welcome and encourage applicants from under-represented groups, including applicants who are ethnically diverse and/or have a disability. Priority consideration on all advertised roles will be given to London Borough of Newham redeployees.
The London Borough of Newham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In addition, the Authority reserves the right to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role, which includes anyone who has access to or information obtained directly from a government database, or has a GCSX account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards).
Legal Assistant employer: Newham Council
Newham Council is an excellent employer for Electricians, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and quality in residential environments. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills through hands-on experience across various council properties, all while enjoying a competitive hourly rate and the stability of a 12-month contract. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
