Paralegal/Information Governance Specialist

1 month ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham City University Full time

About the Role:

Birmingham City University is seeking a skilled Paralegal/Information Governance Officer to join its dynamic Legal Services team. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing paralegal assistance, responding to external requests for advice, and maintaining governance records.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Providing high-quality paralegal support to the Legal Services Team.
  • Responding to external requests for advice and providing excellent customer service.
  • Maintaining and monitoring systems to progress and chase information or requests.
  • Supporting the development and maintenance of corporate information and governance records.
  • Undertaking key aspects of the Legal Services Team administration, including case management systems and training records.

Key Requirements:

  • Education to first degree level is desirable.
  • A high level of literacy and numeracy.
  • Excellent IT skills, including advanced knowledge of web-based solutions and Microsoft Office.
  • Proficiency and experience of the Data Protection Act 1998 and/or the Freedom of Information Act 2000 is helpful.
  • Experience of providing high-quality customer service in a complex environment.
  • Experience of maintaining governance or other complex records accurately.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and in appropriate language with third parties, students, and colleagues.
  • Ability to understand and explain complex regulations to third parties, students, and colleagues.

What's in it for you?

Birmingham City University offers a supportive and collaborative culture and work environment, rooted in its values. As a Paralegal/Information Governance Officer, you will benefit from ongoing opportunities for personal and professional development, as well as a range of benefits, including hybrid working, generous annual leave entitlement, and a direct contribution pension scheme.



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