Legal Assistance Scheme Advisor

6 days ago


Nuneaton, Warwickshire, United Kingdom NFU Full time
About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the National Farmers Union (NFU) as a Legal Assistance Scheme Advisor. As a key member of the NFU's Legal department, you will provide expert legal advice and support to our members, helping them navigate complex legal issues and disputes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal and technical advice to NFU members, including managing caseloads and promoting the scheme within designated regions and counties.
  • Consider individual and group applications for assistance and make financial awards in line with the Rules of the Scheme.
  • Work collaboratively with a team of advisors and a manager to monitor and audit cases, while working with NFU Legal Panel Firms.
Requirements
  • 3-5 years post-qualification experience within private practice or an in-house legal department.
  • Sound legal advice and experience managing caseloads using a case management system.
  • Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to analyze complex legal and technical information.
  • Good listener, empathetic, and detail-oriented, with an understanding of litigation procedure and SRA requirements.
What We Offer
  • Generous holiday allowance (starting at 25 days a year+ Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days with length of service).
  • Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave.
  • Company-funded health Cashplan.
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
  • Performance-related pay.
  • Competitive Pension and Life assurance.
  • Access to interest-free loans for cars, bikes, season tickets, and driving lessons.
  • Employee Assistance program to help you deal with life's challenges.
  • Discounts on a range of vehicles, holiday rentals, wellbeing, and lifestyle products.
  • Attractive, modern office with on-site restaurant and free parking.


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