Paralegal

at  Birmingham City Council

APPLICATION VIA CV AND COVER LETTER

You must upload a CV and Cover Letter, which should include how you meet the person specification, via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; If you do not attach your CV and Cover Letter, your application will not be considered.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
Job Description and Person Specification

• Attending Courts and Tribunals, including attending upon Counsel, in connection with any proceedings and to prepare reports thereon as required
• Commissioning and instructing expert witnesses and external lawyers/counsel
• Carrying out legal research, preparing applications, and drafting documents and correspondence
• Conducting advocacy in courts and tribunals on behalf of the council
• Taking instructions and giving advice