Full job descriptionSenior Legal Support Officer (Safeguarding)
*Organisation: Warrington Council
*Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office
*Pay Rate: Up to £20 per hour (Umbrella)
*Contract: Initial 3-months
Warrington Council are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Legal Support Officer to their Legal Services team. You will provide high-quality administrative and legal support across Adult Social Care, Safeguarding and Education matters. The role supports solicitors and senior lawyers on a range of court and tribunal proceedings, including complex and high-profile cases.
Key responsibilities:
*Preparing court and tribunal documents, bundles and legal correspondence
*Supporting solicitors with complex safeguarding, adult social care and education cases
*Liaising with courts, tribunals, counsel, external solicitors and other partner organisations
*Managing diaries, arranging meetings and coordinating case administration
*Providing administrative support across legal proceedings and council litigation matters
Requirements:
*Previous experience within a legal administrative, legal support or legal assistant role
*Experience preparing court bundles and legal documentation
*Strong organisational and communication skills
*Local authority or public sector legal experience is highly desirable


This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive legal team and contribute to important safeguarding, adult social care and education work within a local authority environment.