Legal Assistant — Corporate Governance & Contracts (Hybrid)

Connected Local Government; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in North East England seeks a Legal Assistant to support legal work in the Commercial and Corporate Governance Team. Responsibilities include preparing legal documentation, assisting in employment law queries, and work on a variety of legal cases. Candidates should hold at least 4 GCSEs Grade A-C including English, or possess significant practical legal experience. The position offers competitive benefits including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous annual leave of 27 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 4 GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent academic subjects.
• Recognized legal qualification or significant practical legal experience.
• Ability to assist with various areas of law.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking legal work for the Commercial and Corporate Governance Team.
• Preparing Employment Tribunal bundles.
• Supporting HR with employment law related queries.
• Maintaining documentation reviews on large cases.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work with legal documentation

Proficiency in legal research

Flexibility and willingness to learn

Education

4 GCSEs Grade A-C including English

Recognized legal qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

A local government authority in North East England seeks a Legal Assistant to support legal work in the Commercial and Corporate Governance Team. Responsibilities include preparing legal documentation, assisting in employment law queries, and work on a variety of legal cases. Candidates should hold at least 4 GCSEs Grade A-C including English, or possess significant practical legal experience. The position offers competitive benefits including flexible working arrangements.