Legal Officer - Litigation
Posted 1 day ago by Service Care Solutions
£35 Per hour
Inside
Hybrid
Rochdale, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Legal Officer position at a local authority in Greater Manchester involves supporting pre-litigation work and civil litigation within a hybrid working environment. This role is offered on a 3-month contract with the possibility of extension and provides a competitive hourly rate. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting legal documents and assisting with costs management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support with pre-litigation work and civil litigation
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, schedules, and correspondence
- Assist with costs management, billing, and file closure procedures
Key Skills:
- Experience as a Legal Officer or Paralegal
- Strong drafting skills for legal documents
- Knowledge of civil litigation processes
- Ability to manage costs and billing
Salary (Rate): £35.00/hr
City: Rochdale
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Legal
Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a growing local authority based in Greater Manchester . They are looking for a Legal Officer to join their expanding legal team. The role is on a hybrid basis and is on a 3 months contract with potential to extend. This role pays a competitive rate of: PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £22.53 - £31.31 per hour Umbrella - £25-£35 per hour
Responsibilities as a Legal Officer:
- Legal Officer/Paralegal to support with pre-litigation work and civil litigation
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, schedules, and correspondence
- Assist with costs management, billing, and file closure procedures
Benefits:
- Hybrid working
- Weekly pay
- Flexible Working
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.