Legal Business Support Officer

2 weeks ago

Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom Croydon Council Full time

About Croydon


Croydon is a naturally ambitious council - so we're looking for inspirational leaders who share our passion for supporting business growth and responding to local needs.

Strong partnerships are the foundation for the future. That's why we're constantly looking forward.

We need to find creative new ways of working together with other agencies and the private sector to deal with the financial challenges ahead.

Because with growth comes increased demand - but also huge opportunity.


Chances like this only come along once in a generation, and our task, and maybe yours, is to shape a positive future for Croydon's residents and businesses alike.


Legal Business Support officer
Do you like working in a fast paced legal work environment.

If yes - we are looking for a talented and ambitious Legal Support Officer to offer the highest level of legal business support within a highly regarded legal division, committed to excellent standards of service delivery to the Council, covering a range of interesting, complex and diverse legal areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape your career in an environment that nurtures and encourages talent.

This role cuts across the Legal departments and divides found within traditional law firms, providing a real opportunity to broaden your experience in an innovative environment.

You will need the following essential skills and experience:

  • Experience working in a legal environment, preferably as support or paralegal
  • Good understanding of internal systems and processes
  • Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Good time management and personal organisational skills
  • Ability to deal with confidential issues and documents
  • Ability to understand and react to changing priorities and deal with unforeseen and urgent demands
  • Ability to work constructively with office colleagues and clients
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to manage and prioritise own workload to meet service requirements
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and demonstrate an adaptable attitude to undertake a wide range of duties
  • Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in dealing with enquiries
  • Highly proficient in computer software packages including Case Management Systems
  • Legal knowledge/ experience and demonstrable interest in Local Government Law an advantage
Closing date 23rd January at 11:59pm

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