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Main responsibilities will be those of an Employment Lawyer.
This will include giving advice in relation to Employment Law, policy, governance, conducting litigation; and where necessary and appropriate appearing as advocate in Court and at tribunals (including the ET), hearings, and inquiries.
Other responsibilities will relate to other work carried out by the Litigation Team, particularly in relation to civil litigation and assisting with clerking education appeals during busy periods.
Responsibilities
To attend and advise such committees, sub-committees and other groups and panels of the Council as instructed by the Director of Governance and Legal.
Provide general legal advice to Members of the Council and Officers of the Council and to associated bodies, companies and organisations as instructed by the Director of Governance and Legal.
Implement or secure the implementation of those decisions of the Council relating to legal matters as may be allocated by the Director of Governance and Legal or relevant Operational Manager
Conduct litigation on behalf of the Council, be responsible for the care and conduct of such proceedings and act as the Council's advocate before Courts, inquiries, hearings and tribunals including contested hearing.
Negotiate and draft contracts, agreements, instruments of governance, and the like.
Prepare matters and papers for any form of legal or quasi legal proceedings and undertake any statutory or administrative task ordinarily required of Legal Services by the Council.
Deal with disputes and complaints.
Keep abreast of developments in the law and to advise the Council through the Director of Governance and Legal Services from time to time on such matters as will impinge upon its functions.
Assist in the provision of a comprehensive legal service to the Council
To support the work of senior staff and assist the work of junior staff on legal issues
Requiements
Qualified Solicitor or barrister with current practising certificate or equivalent qualification with ability to practice
Experience and knowledge of Employment law or the ability to acquire them quickly
Experience of litigation
Practical knowledge of public law
Effective advocate
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Good drafting skills
Ability to work as an effective part of a professional team to deliver complex issues
Competent IT user
Ability to travel to various locations
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Type: Contract Location: Cardiff, Wales
Salary / Rate: £20 - £21.50 per hour
Posted: 2025-09-11 09:19:35
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Secretary to join a well-established law firm offering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses.
As a Litigation Secretary, you will be providing administrative support to Fee Earners within the personal injury department.
This part-time office-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Collaborating with experts, legal counsel, witnesses, and the court
* Drafting correspondence and legal documents via audio transcription and copy typing
* Reviewing documents for precision and correctness
* Calculating case-related expenses for cost updates and invoicing
* Handling telephone communications and relaying messages
* Scheduling appointments, coordinating diaries, and addressing client needs
* Preparing outgoing mail and accompanying documents
* Maintaining strict confidentiality and data security in accordance with GDPR
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Litigation Secretary, Dispute Resolution Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
* Must have secretarial experience in Litigation.
* Ideally have experience in personal injury.
* Strong communication skills with an ability to work well within a team.
* Use of Proclaim Case Management system advantageous
Shift timing: 9:00am - 5:15pm
Apply now for this exceptional Litigation Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chichester, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £20000 - £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-10 12:56:05
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Secretary to join a well-established law firm offering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses.
As a Litigation Secretary, you will be providing administrative support to Fee Earners within the personal injury department.
This full-time office-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Collaborating with experts, legal counsel, witnesses, and the court
* Drafting correspondence and legal documents via audio transcription and copy typing
* Reviewing documents for precision and correctness
* Calculating case-related expenses for cost updates and invoicing
* Handling telephone communications and relaying messages
* Scheduling appointments, coordinating diaries, and addressing client needs
* Preparing outgoing mail and accompanying documents
* Maintaining strict confidentiality and data security in accordance with GDPR
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Litigation Secretary, Dispute Resolution Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
* Must have secretarial experience in Litigation.
* Ideally have experience in personal injury.
* Strong communication skills with an ability to work well within a team.
* Use of Proclaim Case Management system advantageous
Shift timing: 9:00am - 5:15pm
Apply now for this exceptional Litigation Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chichester, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £20000 - £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-10 12:53:56
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An Opportunity Has Arisen for a Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal firm offering modern and award-winning services across multiple legal areas
As a Conveyancing Legal Secretary, you will be providing essential secretarial and administrative support to conveyancing fee earners in a professional environment.
This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits.
You Will Be Responsible For
* Producing correspondence, legal documentation, and forms through audio and copy typing
* Managing incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner
* Maintaining and updating client files, records, and case management systems
* Handling administrative tasks including photocopying, filing, and diary management
* Booking client appointments and managing schedules for fee earners
* Supporting colleagues with secretarial cover when needed
What We Are Looking For
* Previously worked as a Conveyancing Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Administrator, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.
* Ideally have 1 year of conveyancing experience within a busy legal environment
* Strong technical skills, including fast and accurate typing
* Professional communication skills, with a confident and approachable manner
* Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word and general IT systems
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary
* Generous benefits package
* Supportive team environment within a highly regarded legal practice
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a well-respected firm.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources are an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Gillingham, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £20000 - £25000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-09 16:27:16
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£13.85 per hr, Charing Cross, Central London, WC2R Temporary (Up to 6 months FTC) An exciting new opportunity exists for an accomplished, organised and highly professional individual to gain experience working for a growing business.
The role will provide temporary administrative support to an organisation that has built long-standing commercial success on an impressive reputation for providing outstanding specialist advisory services to clients across the globe.Our client is a leading commercial barristers' chambers, with a thriving domestic and international practice, specialising in providing services across the areas of construction and engineering; energy and natural resources; infrastructure and utilities; international arbitration; IT and technology; offshore construction and marine engineering; planning and environment; procurement; competition; and associated professional negligence.The successful Administrator for the Clerking Team will work as the junior in a team of Practice Managers in conjunction with the Joint Directors of Clerking and members of the other Practice Management teams.
The successful candidate will provide professional, effective and efficient support and administrative services to Chambers' barristers.The ideal applicant is a diligent, confident and professional individual, able to deliver a full support service including administering cases, scheduling meetings, liaising with the courts in relation to hearings and assisting with the collection of fees.Key Responsibilities
Administration of instructions and cases using Chambers Management software including: setting up case files; recording terms of engagement and charge out rates; logging work done; fixing hearing dates; planning meetings; and invoicing work done.
The regular collection and processing of barristers' timesheets onto the Chambers Management software within established time guidelines; and regular monitoring and updating of missing time/fee items onto the system (training to be given).
Assisting barristers with the effective administrative management of their practices, including for example forwarding post; photocopying/printing papers; arranging travel/hotels.
Communicating between clients and barristers, in relation of all aspects of barristers' work, to ensure a high quality of service.
Liaising with barristers and other internal members of the clerking team.
Promoting barristers and selling their legal, advisory and advocacy services to clients, who are mainly solicitors and other professionals.
Skills & Experience
Educated to A-Level standard as a minimum and ideally to Degree level including English and Maths GCSE minimum grade 5 or equivalent
A keen interest in working in the legal sector
Well presented, conscientious and reliable Excellent organisational skills
Eye for detail and ability to work to high level of accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills including excellent telephone manner Strong numeracy skills
Ability to work in high-pressure environment, managing multiple demands and prioritising workload effectively
Strong IT skills with experience of O365
Discreet and able to handle confidential information
Ability to build relationships with range of people including team, colleagues, barristers and clients
This is a superb opportunity for an ambitious, highly organised individual, excited by the prospect of gaining experience in a pivotal, fast-paced administration focussed role.
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Type: Contract Location: West End, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: Up to £13.85 per hour
Posted: 2025-08-12 23:35:02
