Paralegal - Public Law and Human Rights

Paralegal - Public Law and Human Rights (6284)

Our Public Law & Human Rights team in Sheffield is recruiting a paralegal to support complex public law work in areas such as judicial review, civil liberties, education, social care, healthcare, mental capacity, and Court of Protection matters.

About You

• Hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent.
• Preferably, but not essential, have paralegal or public law experience, particularly within the above areas.
• Excellent client care skills and a sensitive, sympathetic understanding of clients' needs.
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills for thorough documentation.
• IT literate and highly detail oriented.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes.
• Basic understanding of legal aid systems.
• Willing to work in our Sheffield office and travel to visit clients when required.
• Prepared to undertake a case work focused role in a fast paced team, assisting the solicitor or legal executive with conduct of the case.

Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 35 extra hours.
• Generous and flexible pension schemes.
• Two paid volunteering days per year for a cause of your choice.
• Westfield Health membership, including refunds on medical services and Aviva Digital GP services.

Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.