Two permanent Legal Officer posts sit within the Education, Employment and Prosecutions Team in Legal Services at Lincolnshire County Council. The work centres on supporting the team's Education Lawyers and a Trainee Solicitor on Special Educational Needs tribunal cases, covering legal files, appeal documents, hearing bundles and enquiries from the public and legal professionals. The posts are hybrid with set office attendance, and full training is provided. Applicants need an interest in education law, as visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Supporting Education Lawyers and a Trainee Solicitor on Special Educational Needs tribunal work
- Maintaining legal files to a high standard
- Obtaining documents relevant to appeals
- Preparing bundles for final hearings
- Dealing with members of the public and legal professionals
- Undertaking administrative tasks for other lawyers in the team
- Assisting other lawyers in the team as required
Experience
- Office administration experience with proven organisational skills
Skills & knowledge
- Good customer service and interpersonal skills
- Confidence using a range of computer applications
- Highly organised, flexible and focused
- Strong team player who applies knowledge innovatively and proactively
Other
- Interest in the legal sector, particularly the law of education
- Ability to converse at ease with customers and advise in accurate spoken English
What’s offered
- Pension
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Excellent discount schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Civil service sports council membership
- Support for professional development and training
- Smarter working policy allowing home and office flexibility
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
