Paralegal Covid19 Inquiry Specialist

16 hours ago

Midlothian, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions - Legal Full time
Support the Covid19 Public Inquiry as a Paralegal

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile statutory Public Inquiry investigating Scotland's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

As a Paralegal, you will work as part of the Inquiry legal team to ensure the efficient delivery of outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a flexible and adaptable approach to work, supporting the Solicitor to the Inquiry and a team of assistant solicitors, as well as assisting Counsel and working directly with them on investigative work streams.

This is a contract role for 8 months, with a competitive annual salary of £36,585, equating to a £186.83 LTD day rate, with some flexibility possible.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist solicitors and Counsel with consideration of evidence and preparing reports and documents for use by the solicitor and Counsel team.
  • Work with solicitors to take witness evidence.
  • Apply and operate core participant documentation.
  • Liaise with secretariat on operation of core participant applications, including updating guidance and dealing with correspondence.
  • Liaise with and support Counsel on investigations.
  • Carry out other tasks required by the inquiry, including providing cover for the wider team of paralegals.
Essential Criteria
  • Ability to carry out tasks independently with minimum oversight, remaining calm under pressure.
  • LLB/LLM in Scots Law and worked within a Scottish Law firm.
  • Ability to foresee risk and assist with strategic planning.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and research skills.

Please submit your CV to the provided email address or call the provided phone number for more information. We also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 for successful referrals.

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