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An exciting paralegal job opportunity in Canterbury within Legal Services at Canterbury City Council.
In this supporting role to the litigation team within Legal Services you will be assisting with drafting and preparing cases for court on a variety of civil and criminal court functions related mainly to housing matters, debts, anti-social behaviour and prosecutions.
You will primarily be progressing Housing Conditions (Disrepair) cases at Pre-Action Protocol stage and in proceedings as this is a particularly busy area for the team. There will also be opportunity to work on a wide variety of matters due to ever-changing priorities. The variety of the work makes this an exciting role within a supportive and friendly team.
The title of the role within our structure is Legal Officer – Litigation which is the equivalent to a paralegal role.
What’s in it for you?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>Salary range of £35064.26 - £38,638.08 </li>
<li>Cost of living pay award negotiated annually as a salary increase</li>
<li>Flexible, hybrid working - we understand the importance of a good work-life balance.</li>
<li>We offer a generous annual leave entitlement! You’ll receive 23 days annual leave which increase with service, plus bank holidays, PLUS 3 given days which are usually used over the Christmas period when our main offices are closed. You’ll also have the option to buy more annual leave.</li>
<li>We do not work on Bank Holidays.</li>
<li>A fantastic local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>We’ll support and encourage your career by providing excellent opportunities for training and development, as well as cover your Professional Body Membership fees where essential to the role.</li>
<li>Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to help you get the most out of your money and enjoy your free time.</li>
<li>An easier commute: free use of Canterbury’s Park and Ride, flexi bus tickets, and a cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Stay healthy: Access to free counselling, advice and webinars through our employee assistance programme, as well as contributions to the cost of Flu Jabs.</li>
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About this Legal Officer job opportunity in Canterbury, Kent:
This role assists the Litigation team in providing an efficient and proactive litigation service to the Council.
Here’s what you’ll get up to :
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<li>You will be receiving instructions from clients, preparing court bundles and other papers for matters before the courts;</li>
<li>Legal research and drafting advice notes to clients;</li>
<li>Drafting correspondence within proceedings and at pre-action protocol stage.</li>
<li>You will be adapting to working on different areas of litigation to focus on particularly busy areas.</li>
<li>You will help meet the demands of the civil and criminal courts processes including meeting court deadlines and drafting documents to initiate court processes and statements.</li>
<li>You will prioritise workloads to ensure that urgent matters take priority as necessary whilst routine work continues to meet deadlines</li>
<li>Liaise with clients to receive further instructions to fill any gaps in the information provided.</li>
<li>You will advise clients on procedure to clients</li>
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Working pattern:
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<li>Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays .</li>
<li>This is a full-time permanent post at 37 hours per week</li>
<li>The team work in a hybrid way with a mix of some days in the office and some days working from home which may change to meet the demands of the service and ensure cover.</li>
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About you, the ideal person for the job:
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<li>A background in litigation law and procedures or work experience in a similar role.</li>
<li>Experience of working well with clients and familiar with taking clear instruction.</li>
<li>Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills</li>
<li>A proven ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.</li>
<li>Strong time management skills.</li>
<li>A levels (or similar) qualification or equivalent skills gained by experience.</li>
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So, if this Paralegal job opportunity in Canterbury looks right for you, please apply today! Simply click the “Apply Online” button and create your account to begin your application form.
For an informal chat to find out more about the role or what it’s like to work for Canterbury City Council’s Legal Services team, please contact Jan Guyler by email to <a href="mailto:jan.guyler@canterbury.gov.uk" target="_blank">jan.guyler@canterbury.gov.uk</a>. Jan is our Head of Legal Services &amp; Monitoring Officer and very much welcomes your email.
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The Senior Information Governance (SIG) Officer will report to the Information Governance Manager as part of a team responsible for ensuring that the Council is compliant with Information Laws; this includes but is not limited to the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), UK-GDPR, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI), the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). The primary role of the post holder is to support the overall development, management and delivery of the Council’s IG Strategy and work programmes; to oversee data processing practices, ensuring that they meet all statutory requirements, the provision of advice, guidance, and auditing ensuring compliance with the legislations and any requirements of the Information Commissioner, as the Supervisory Authority. Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Tejinderpreet Lalli on <a href="mailto:tejinderpreet.lalli@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">tejinderpreet.lalli@medway.gov.uk</a> Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. We are seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council are seeking an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join our legal services team.
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister (or equivalent) with recent experience of working in the areas of contracts and procurement in a local government context.
Applicants will require excellent communications skills and be confident in providing practical legal advice and assistance on a wide range of contract and procurement matters, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations.
You should be proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating public contracts and have excellent understanding of the public procurement framework and local government law and a proven ability to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision
Reporting to the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, the successful candidate will have a broad portfolio of work including high value contract tenders and providing advice to all of the authority’s services.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Joy Ukadike, Head of Legal &amp; Democratic Services at <a href="mailto:joy.ukadike@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">joy.ukadike@tmbc.gov.uk</a>. (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

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