Job Details

Senior Legal Support Officer – Safeguarding

Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced administrator to join a Local Authority Legal Services team, providing legal and administrative support to solicitors dealing with safeguarding, adult social care and education matters.

You will support the management of legal caseloads, prepare court and tribunal documents, compile court bundles and liaise with courts, barristers, external solicitors and other organisations, including the police, health services and educational providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and organise court and tribunal documents, evidence and bundles.
• Provide administrative support to solicitors handling complex and sensitive legal cases.
• Liaise with courts, tribunals, legal representatives and external organisations.
• Manage diaries, arrange meetings and coordinate appointments and hearings.
• Maintain accurate case records and use legal case management and time-recording systems.
• Handle confidential information appropriately and ensure deadlines are met.

Requirements

• Strong administrative, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Minimum of five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, or equivalent.
• Evidence of ongoing learning and a commitment to equality, diversity and excellent customer service.
• Willingness to undertake Carbon Literacy training if required.

Previous experience in a legal environment, local authority Legal Services or preparing court bundles is desirable. Knowledge of safeguarding law and an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent would also be advantageous.