Senior Legal Support Officer

Legal Support Officer

Warrington | Hybrid Working Available | £14-£16 per hour
CRA Consulting are currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Administrator to join the legal team at a local authority based in Warrington.
This is an excellent opportunity for an administrator with previous legal experience, or someone with strong administrative skills looking to develop their career within a local authority legal environment.
The successful candidate will provide administrative support to safeguarding and education lawyers, with a particular focus on Adult Social Care and Education matters. You will work closely with solicitors across the team, supporting the progression of caseloads and assisting with complex and high-profile cases.
The Role:

• Providing administrative support to safeguarding and education lawyers
• Preparing court documents, bundles and case documentation
• Supporting solicitors with the management and progression of their caseloads
• Assisting with complex and high-profile cases
• Liaising with courts and tribunals
• Communicating with litigants in person and counsel
• Liaising with external solicitors and other professional organisations
• Working with organisations including the police, health and education services
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation
• Providing general administrative support across the legal team

About You:

• Previous legal administration experience is desirable
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and proactive approach
• Experience within a local authority or public sector environment would be advantageous

Role Details:
Position: Legal Administrator
Client: Warrington Council
Location: Warrington
Working Pattern: Hybrid options available
Rate:£14-£16 per hour
Contract: Locum
If you are an experienced Legal Administrator and are interested in a new opportunity with a local authority, apply below or contact Umar at CRA Consulting for a confidential discussion.