Salary: £24,500 to £26,303 per annum depending on experience
Location: South Derbyshire, Derby City, and Tamworth (with some remote working)
We are seeking a full-time Paralegal to join our Legal Aid Team on a permanent basis to assist with providing advice and support through specialist legal advice and casework.
Candidate requirements:
* Ability to manage own time effectively with a keen eye for detail
* Capability to complete tasks to the highest quality standards
* Ability to monitor and maintain own standards, ensuring work is accurate
* Full training and support will be provided to enable the successful candidate to perform their role
Responsibilities / Key Tasks:
* Assist with the development and delivery of the "Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service" by acting on behalf of clients regarding housing, debt, and welfare benefit matters related to risk of possession
* Support the face-to-face Legal Aid contract and Telephone Advice Service contracts as required
* Provide advice via telephone, face-to-face, and email
* Assist the Legal Services Manager and team members as needed
* Attend Court duty and represent clients in court when required, at Derby and Stafford
* Record advice and maintain cases to a high standard on the case management system
Note: Disability Confident is a government scheme supporting employers to improve recruitment, retention, and development of disabled people.
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