Legal Officer

2 weeks ago


Bury, United Kingdom Seven Resourcing Full time

Seven Resourcing are currently seeking a temporary Legal Officer to work in Bury, Greater Manchester. This is a full-time position paying £25 per hour for this role.

**The role**:
Providing an informed understanding of the legal position on matters within a designated department, and the practical implications in relevant area.

Advising council officers on the law, risks and the strength of particular cases.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- To contribute to the Council’s corporate strategic priorities and assist in ensuring that Legal Services supports those priorities.
- To work with the other team members in improving services and making the most of resources.
- To work as part of a team to help deliver the best outcomes.
- To actively contribute to the professional development of the service and have a proactive and positive manner.
- To support Legal Services by helping to build and maintain excellent client relations acting as a role model to achieve service and Council wide objectives.
- To assist with the other work within the team as required, such as writing first document drafts
- To undertake the efficient execution of a variety of work of a legal such as organising case files and compiling litigation bundles
- To undertake a range of legal, technical tasks as directed
- To communicate both verbally and in writing in a way that can be clearly understood by clients/instructing officers.
- To demonstrate legal drafting skills commensurate with the role.

**Applicant Requirements**:

- **Qualifications**:Law degree or Non-Law Degree with a Graduate Diploma in Law or Level 3 CIlex Diploma in Law & Practice or equivalent
- **Experience**:Experience of giving legal advice verbally and in writing
- **Compliance**:Right to work in the UK and previous references

**Working with Seven Resourcing**:
Established in 2011, Seven Resourcing is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of temporary and ad-hoc professionals. Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot from 2000+ reviews, and with 20+ major recruitment awards, we take pride in knowing we can find you the best possible rates and a role you can be proud of.

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: £25.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Legal officer/similar: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Graduate Diploma in Law or Level 3 CIlex Diploma (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 226499


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