Legal Assistant - Litigation and Information
Job introduction
Hours of work: 37 per week
Working pattern: Full-time
Closing date: Sunday 26 June 2022
For an informal discussion, please contact Jenny Matheson - Senior Solicitor on 07704 018519.
About the role
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a legal career with East Sussex County Council. Working in our busy and dynamic Litigation and Information Team within Legal Services, you will be supporting and assisting our debt recovery lawyers with the preparation and conduct of a full range of routine and complex case work, including court proceedings. You will be expected to conduct your own case load of routine debt cases with appropriate supervision.
The successful candidate will be organised and have an interest in this area of law, be adaptable and willing to learn, and have an understanding of working within the public sector.
Additional information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
