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Legal Support Officer - 37 hoursApplication Deadline:12 May 2025 Department:Corporate Services Employment Type:Fixed Term Contract Location:Torbay Council Reporting To:Team Leader Compensation:£24,790 - £25,183 / yearDescriptionJob Description & Person Specification > We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly, busy in-house legal team. This role is to cover maternity leave on a fixed-term contract starting in August. You will utilize your proven skills to provide administrative support for our legal professionals working across care and safeguarding children’s legal work. Using specialist software and case management systems, you will assist in collating and producing court bundles and managing all related legal administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is flexible, a committed team player with excellent communication and IT skills, meticulous attention to detail, and capable of working efficiently under pressure to meet strict deadlines.In return, we offer:Generous salary. 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service length. A Career Average Re-valued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme through Peninsula Pensions. A positive working environment with flexible hours. Family-friendly benefits. A variety of lifestyle discounts and health and wellbeing benefits. Opportunities for learning and development.We welcome applications from candidates with the relevant experience, skills, and aptitude for the role, and who can accommodate a hybrid working model, including regular attendance at our offices as needed.This position is fixed-term for 14 months from the start date.For the full job description, please visit:an informal discussion, contact Philip Taylor at 01803 207142 or , or Katrina Forsythe at 01803 207169 or are scheduled for the week commencing 19th May 2025. We recommend applying promptly, as our adverts sometimes close early. SkillsEssential:Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with computer systems (email, internet, MS 365). Ability to gather and interpret information from various sources. This role requires confident and fluent communication in English, both spoken and written. KnowledgeEssential:Experience working in an office environment and familiarity with administrative procedures. Skill in collating information accurately from multiple sources. Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.Experience & QualificationsEssential:Experience managing conflicting priorities effectively. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information. GCSE/O Level standard education or equivalent.#J-18808-Ljbffr