Paralegal (Redeployment 22344)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid working
• Salary: 28598 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: Post 1 Childrens team - 37 hours per week. Post 2 Adults team - 29.6 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

As a modern flexible and effective organisation at Suffolk County Council were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as a Paralegal youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career. Reimagine the possibilities.

One Paralegal vacancy is in the childrens team and the other is in the adults team (undertaking a mix of adult safeguarding and inquest work).

Your role and responsibilities

As a Paralegal in the Safeguarding Team you will have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of issues and gain a firm foundation for your career as a rounded paralegal.

Childrens Team

• Supporting lawyers advocates and caseworkers in care proceedings.
• Liaising with clients in Childrens Services.
• Preparing court bundles.
• Arranging DNA testing and drug testing.
• Liaising with external solicitor firms and the Family Court.
• Arranging legal representation for court hearings.
• Providing crucial support to your colleagues by performing administrative tasks such as file and diary management.

Adults Team

• Supporting lawyers to prepare and issue proceedings in the Court of Protection.

• Preparing court bundles.

• Completing precedent court forms.

• Straightforward legal research.

• Administrative support to the legal team.

• Assisting with administrative support with inquests in the Coroners Court.

You will be offered the training and supervision that you need to fulfil the role effectively and work collaboratively with colleagues in a close and supportive team.

You will need

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail with a flexible but rigorous approach to your work.
• Ability to use and adapt to technology to promote efficiency and productivity.
• Clear and professional communication.
• A willingness and aptitude for learning.
• Enjoyment of collaboration with colleagues and client officers.
• To be able to organise your time and resources and prioritise effectively.
• A desire to help further the councils objectives and support excellent service delivery.
• To bring your own values experience and insights to enhance the team and help develop the department as a whole.
• To have an honours degree and/or relevant work experience in a legal setting.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

Legal Services is made up of teams specialising in Safeguarding (Children and Adults) Education Commercial Planning Property and Highways Disputes & Employment and Local Land Charges. Paralegals are enabled to move between the teams when required by the needs of the organisation which brings opportunities for building a broad skillset and identifying routes for career development.

Our office team days are a Tuesday and Thursday and there is an expectation that you will attend the office.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Polly Mann Legal Services Manager for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

1. Tell us about a time you delivered excellent client carehow did you set expectations keep the client informed and handle any challenges

2. Give an example of how youve used MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint) or other tools to manage legal work efficientlye.g. document control trackers or presenting advice.

3. Tell us about a time you managed multiple cases or pieces of work with conflicting deadlines. How did you prioritise and what was the outcome

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to applyIf you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator.

You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages. If youre invited to the next stage youll have another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 19 February 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid