Legal Assistant (Highway Litigation) HCC607535

Job Details: Salary Range: £28,934 - £32,026 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Temporary (6 months)
Closing Date: 20 March 2023


Join our friendly and professional legal department and explore what the future could look like with Hampshire County Council.
Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A forward-looking local authority, it offers an enjoyable working environment, an excellent work/life balance, we offer a variety of flexibly working options, furthermore you will benefit from a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance and access to a desirable pension scheme together with a central and well-connected Head Office location in the heart of the City of Winchester. The Role: Joining our expanding, friendly and supportive Lexcel accredited in-house legal team, as a Legal Assistant within the Highways Litigation and Insurance Team, you will need to be a Associate Legal Executive or equivalent.
This role will require you to take responsibility for a high volume caseload of damage only and low value personal injury claims predominantly for Hampshire County Council’s Highways, Engineering and Transport department, as Highway Authority. Most cases fall within the small claims limit.
We are looking for an in-house lawyer who is able to demonstrate: good legal skills and judgment; a pragmatic solution focused approach; strong client relationship and communication skills; an ability to work in a team with a collaborative approach; you will be extremely resilient and motivated with an ability to prioritise effectively and to work independently to meet strict deadlines.
Applications are welcomed from those with the relevant qualifications and experience. You need to share our passion in delivering the best for Hampshire, working within a strong team with a genuine sense of community. What we can offer you: Our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our Hampshire residents also extends to our employees. It is important to us that our staff feel supported in their work, which will be highly valued, significant, and fundamental to the County Council's corporate priorities. You will be supported by senior fee earners to develop your expertise and further your career in our well-respected team and contribute to the success of Hampshire Legal Services (HLS).
Hampshire County Council can offer you an improved work-life balance through flexible working and our excellent benefits package including:

• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme;
• Between 25 - 30 days annual leave entitlement (dependent on grade and Local Authority service);
• Interest free travel loans and discounts;
• Employee Support Services;
• Family friendly policies.

To learn more about the HLS Team please visit Hampshire Legal Services. Additional Information: Legal Assistant (Highway Litigation) Job Description and Person Specification Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Sarah Paterson, Legal Team Leader on sarah.paterson@hants.gov.uk or 0370 779 3599

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