Step Into Leadership While Expanding Your Legal Expertise
This is not a standard paralegal role. It’s a genuine opportunity for an experienced paralegal ready to take the next step into management and leadership, while continuing to build a diverse and engaging caseload.
The successful applicant will join a highly regarded Community Care and Litigation team, working with public sector and not-for-profit clients on a broad mix of complex and meaningful legal matters. Alongside your own caseload, you’ll take on responsibility for leading and developing a team of paralegals, making this an ideal role for someone looking to transition into management.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services across a varied workload, including:
- Managing your own caseload across the areas of Education and Special Educational Needs
- Supervising and leading a team of paralegals
- Supporting lawyers on complex cases, including:
- Drafting legal documents and correspondence
- Conducting research and advising clients
- Preparing applications and instructing experts
- Attending meetings, courts, and tribunals where appropriate
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, delivering clear, practical legal advice
- Contributing to training delivery for clients and colleagues
- Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships
- Ensuring compliance with Lexcel and practice management standards
Why This Role Stands Out
- Clear progression into management – ideal for experienced paralegals ready to lead
- Variety of work – no two days are the same across a broad legal portfolio
- Flexible hybrid working – with only one office visit per month on average
- Meaningful work – supporting public sector and not-for-profit organisations
- Collaborative environment – work closely with experienced lawyers and leadership
What We’re Looking For
- Degree-level education (or equivalent)
- Experience working in a legal practice
- Strong understanding of litigation and/or local government legal frameworks
- Ability to manage a busy caseload independently
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Confidence in legal research, drafting, and client interaction
- A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
- Experience in a local authority or public sector setting
- Supervisory or mentoring experience
- Advocacy experience
- Legal qualification (e.g. Law degree or CILEX)
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited to a capable and ambitious paralegal who wants more than just casework. If you’re looking to step into leadership, influence how a team operates, and gain exposure to a wide range of legal issues— apply now to avoid missing out!
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