Paralegal - Right of Way in Stafford

Staffordshire County Council,

Staffordshire County Council is amodern,progressiveand forward-thinking authoritythat is ambitious and empowersits employeestobe courageous and innovativein their approach.

Staffordshire Legal Servicesis a largein-housecorporate legal team,consisting of lawyers,traineesand support staff,with a key focus on staff training,retentionand progression. The service supports the County Council in the delivery of itsobjectivesby providingquality servicesto support every single functionin theCouncilincluding Environment and Countryside,as well asto awiderange of external clients.

The successful candidatewillundertakea rewardingvariedcaseload ofcountryside and public rights of way related matters. Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

There area number ofbenefits to working at Staffordshire County Council including generous holiday entitlement, flexi time, annual leave purchase scheme, employee discounts, local government pension scheme, optional car leaseschemeandastaff parking discount scheme.

We understand the importance of a work-life balance andcurrently offer remote working with attendance at ourStafford office on flexible patterns andin accordance withbusiness need. We are also happy to consider requests for part-time working.

Main Responsibilities

• Providing full administrative and practical support to the Countryside and Rights of Way legal team in relation to Definitive Map Modification Order casework including assisting with consultation processes, arranging publication and service of legal notices, arranging public hearings and inquiries and providing support in relation to the same.
• Adhering to the Legal Services Unit’s LEXCEL quality standards.
• Handling confidential data sensitively and securely in accordance with policy.
• Such other duties as may reasonably be required.

The Ideal Candidate

The minimum criteria that will be used to shortlist for this role will be:

Whilst no previous experience in countryside and rights of way law is necessary, we are looking for a minimum of A-level or equivalent standard of education or extensive experience in a similar role, with:

• Strong organisational skills and a proficiency to record and monitor progress on existing excel spreadsheets
• ability to work independently and as part of a team
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to use own initiative
• excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• local authority knowledge preferred but not essential.
• Strong I.T skills

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 19 October 2026.

Fixed Term Contract until March 2028

If you are unsure if your skills and experience are suitable for this role or you have any queries, please contact Heather Morgan, Team Senior - heather.morgan@staffordshire.gov.uk

Our Recruitment Process:

We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.

Please note: The minimum criteria in the ideal candidate section detailed above will be used if you are applying under one of our Interview Guarantee Schemes, detailed below.

About Staffordshire County Council

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values:

The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.

Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:

We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.

We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.

Our benefits:

We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire

Our recruitment process:

As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.