Locum Legal Assistant (Adult Social Care) – Up to £25 per hour Umbrella – Remote Working – East Midlands
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently working with an established Local Authority in the East Midlands area who are recruiting for a Locum Legal Assistant to support their Adult Social Care department.
This is a full-time position however candidates with part-time availability may also be considered. The role is offered for an initial period of 3 Months (with likely scope of extension) and will be ideally worked on a hybrid basis (1 day per week in the office) however this can also be offered on a remote basis.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a Paralegal or Legal Assistant to become part of a forward thinking, proactive Local Authority.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within Local Government however candidates from a Private Practice background may also be considered.
Duties may include:
- Managing a busy and varied caseload and assisting solicitors to progress matters
- Carrying out administrative support and preparation of welfare and Deprivation of Liberty authorisation cases in the Court of Protection
- Dealing with Threats of Judicial Review and other casework relating to Adult Social Care
- Assisting with RE X & Ordinary Residence matters
- Carrying out supporting duties such as timekeeping, arranging meetings, taking instructions, undertaking supervised advise and legal research
- Preparing and drafting case summaries, position statements and briefs to Counsel
- Dealing with disclosure requests
- Drafting draft consent orders
- Reviewing evidence and documents
An hourly rate of up to £25 per hour (Umbrella) is offered for this position.
Please apply for this role online or contact Felicity Woodbridge or Will Pardoe via phone or email for further information.
0121 616 0660
Locum Legal Assistant (Adult Social Care) – Up to £25 per hour Umbrella – Remote Working – East Midlands
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.