Locum Principal Legal Assistant

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

Birkenhead - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 45 - 45

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

2 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

An experienced Locum Principal Legal Assistant is required for a temporary full-time assignment within a public sector legal team.

This role will support the legal department during a vacancy period focusing on high-level legal support and casework management.

The postholder will work closely with solicitors and senior legal officers to deliver efficient legal services across various areas of law.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

Provide high-quality legal assistance and administrative support to solicitors and senior legal officers.

Draft prepare and review legal documents including contracts agreements and court bundles.

Conduct legal research and summarise findings for use in case preparation and decision-making.

Assist in the preparation and progression of legal casework ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.

Liaise with internal departments external organisations and stakeholders on legal matters.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and case files ensuring confidentiality and data protection compliance.

Attend court tribunals or hearings as necessary supporting the legal team in a professional capacity.

Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of legal processes and procedures.

Skills/Experience:

Minimum of 3 years recent experience in a public sector legal environment.

Strong working knowledge of legal procedures and case management.

Experience drafting and reviewing complex legal documents.

Ability to manage a varied and high-volume caseload independently.

Excellent legal research and analytical skills.

Familiarity with relevant legislation including local government law.

Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.

Proficient in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Additional Information:

The closing date: 17/10/2025.

Hours: 36 hours per week.

Location: 2 Alice Square Birkenhead Merseyside CH41 2YA United Kingdom.

Required Skills:

Minimum of 3 years recent experience in a public sector legal environment. Strong working knowledge of legal procedures and case management. Experience drafting and reviewing complex legal documents. Ability to manage a varied and high-volume caseload independently. Excellent legal research and analytical skills. Familiarity with relevant legislation including local government law. Strong verbal and written communication abilities. High level of attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficient in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

2 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: An experienced Locum Principal Legal Assistant is required for a temporary full-time assignment within a public sector legal team. This role will support the legal department during a vacancy period focusing on high-level legal support and casewo...