Legal Officer (3 Roles)

Job title:

Legal Officer (3 Roles)

Company

Westmorland & Furness Council

Job description

£32,076 – £33,024 per annumAbout this opportunityA great opportunity has arisen at Westmorland and Furness Council within our Legal Team for a Legal Officer to support the Council’s Chief Legal and Monitoring Officer and lawyers in the team as directed by the Council’s Chief Legal and Monitoring Officer.To be a success in our Legal Team you will:

• carry out casework instructions received from the Chief Legal and Monitoring Officer and other lawyers (as directed) and have personal responsibility for assisting with the progress of cases, ensuring value for money and efficient use of resources;
• be responsible for effective diary management, ensuring that legal matters are progressed with in a timely manner and delivered on time
• personally manage casework and, where required, attend at internal or external meetings, working groups or committees on behalf of the Council
• prepare reports, documents, minutes and correspondence on behalf of the Chief Legal and Monitoring Officer (or other lawyers as directed), taking notes at meetings/hearings as required, and assisting with the collection of data/information to support the Legal Governance and Democratic Senior Management Team;
• use templates and precedents to draft legal documents / applications, utilising legal knowledge where appropriate
• assist by liaising with courts and external partners and providing support to clients
• have an ability and willingness to learn and develop knowledge of local government law and governance requirements including ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards

You will be a team player who can deliver to deadlines, has effective communication skills and is able to use sound judgement to solve problems.You will be prepared to working in a busy environment and will enjoy a challenge.You must have good IT literacy skills and an ability to use electronic publications for the purpose of legal work and research.A commitment to delivering the best possible service for the benefit of our residents and clients, is required.What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers
• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
• Competitive rates of pay

Application and Interview informationWe are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.Safer RecruitmentAt Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionWestmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.Closing date: 25 August 2024
Interview date: w/c 9 September 2024For further information or to apply, please click on the ‘Enquire/Apply’ button below.

Expected salary

£32076 – 33024 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 01:14:47 GMT

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