Legal Assistant

Looking to join a leading organisation offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to support vital services within a modern local authority setting? This Legal Assistant / Senior Paralegal role offers the chance to make a real difference within the childcare legal system, working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.

In the Legal Assistant (Senior Paralegal) role, you will be:

Supporting three childcare solicitors with legal administration
Preparing court bundles for care proceedings using the IKEN case management system
Uploading documents to the court portal and liaising with courts, solicitors, police, and social workers
Chasing and managing documentation deadlines
Attending and minuting meetings, including PLO (Public Law Outline) discussions
Managing diaries and maintaining accurate records

To be successful, you will need:

Knowledge of the PLO process and previous experience in local authority childcare legal workExcellent IT, communication, and organisational skills
Confidence working independently while also supporting a wider legal team
The ability to attend the Colwyn Bay office when required

This is a temporary position for initially 8 weeks, working full time hours – 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

You'll be based in modern offices in Colwyn Bay and starting on a salary of £16.37 + benefits.

If you’re an experienced legal assistant or paralegal looking to make an impact in a busy local authority legal team, we want to hear from you!