Legal Services and Civil Claims Assistant

Legal Services and Civil Claims Assistant

Cambridgeshire Constabulary - Legal Services Department, Headquarters, Huntingdon (agile working).

Role: Permanent, full time, Grade Scale 4. Salary as per Scale 4 (pay point based on experience). No part time role referenced.

About the Role

To provide legal services to the Chief Constable, Force and its officers and staff, supporting the Head of Legal Services and Force Solicitor. Responsibilities include managing casework, correspondence, supporting civil claims and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage enquiries, correspondence and casework.
• Maintain accurate records and support case management.
• Assist with instructing counsel, organising meetings and diary management.
• Provide advice, guidance and support in relation to civil claims.
• Compile and analyse data and reports.
• Monitor external providers to ensure quality and value for money.
• Review legal invoices and support budget monitoring.
• Provide general administrative support.

About You

Organised, detail oriented, able to handle sensitive information, strong communication and IT skills, comfortable working independently under pressure.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Full valid driving licence preferable but not essential.

Additional Information

Supports agile working, may require travel, subject to Management Vetting (MV). Knowledge of legal practice desirable; full training provided.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• On site parking.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Sick pay provisions.
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
• Union membership option.
• Blue Light Scheme discounts.
• On site gym access.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Agile working.
• Flexible or part time working considered.
• Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling, financial and legal advice).

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Cambridgeshire Constabulary is a Disability Confident Employer. We encourage applications from under represented groups and provide workplace adjustments to support all applicants.

Application

All applications are assessed fairly and based on evidence provided. Recruitment is governed by equal opportunity and inclusive hiring practices.