Legal Support Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Legal Support Assistant to join our Legal Support Team. The Legal Support Team are responsible for providing specialist and comprehensive support to the Legal & Democratic Services Team of North Somerset Council. This includes organising/clerking and managing School Admission and Exclusion Appeals. Additionally Legal Support team provides administrative support to Council Solicitors so they can provide legal advice to any Council department that needs it, and act on behalf of those departments in legal actions. We are looking for a confident administrator with excellent organisational skills, knowledge of ICT software packages and a keen eye for detail to join our busy team. Due to the confidential nature of the work, it is important for the successful applicant to be discrete and impartial., To set up, administer & Clerk school admission appeals and exclusion appeals.

- To liaise with parties involved in appeals, and produce decision letters.

- To assist Council Solicitors with administration so they can act for Council departments.

- To assist with daily Council business.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work style.

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

In this role, you will need to be able to work well under pressure, to deal with a variety of people at all levels both within and outside the Council, work as part of a team and as an individual, with willingness to be flexible in your working day.

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

- 2-3 days in the office per week.

- Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.

- Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.

What we offer.

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

- Competitive salary and benefits.

- Flexible working arrangements.

- Local Government Pension.

- Opportunities for professional development.

- Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.

- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.

- Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.

- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.