Planning & Highways Paralegal — Grow Your Legal Impact

Pathfinder Legal Services Ltd; Shefford, Northampton, Godmanchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm is seeking a qualified professional to assist with legal service provision in planning and highways. Responsibilities include managing case loads, supporting lawyers, and training clients in legal skills. The ideal candidate will have relevant legal qualifications and experience in the public sector. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pensions Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Family Friendly policies

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle To Work scheme

Minimum annual leave of 24 days with options to purchase more

Qualifications

• Experience in providing legal support to clients in public sector.
• Ability to effectively manage legal case loads related to planning and highways.
• Strong communication skills for advising and supporting clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers by managing case loads related to planning and highways.
• Develop and train clients in specific areas of law as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with SRA and practice management requirements.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Case management

Knowledge of planning and highways law

Education

Relevant legal qualification

Job description

A legal services firm is seeking a qualified professional to assist with legal service provision in planning and highways. Responsibilities include managing case loads, supporting lawyers, and training clients in legal skills. The ideal candidate will have relevant legal qualifications and experience in the public sector. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary within a supportive team environment.