Legal Officer Paralegal

Job description

Service Care Solutions are currently working with a local authority in Devon who are looking to appoint a Legal Officer to join their legal team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with experience across civil and/or criminal legal matters to gain valuable experience working within a local authority environment. The successful candidate will support the Council across a varied caseload, including court proceedings, regulatory matters, debt recovery, housing and landlord & tenant issues.

Role Details

• Position: Legal Officer
• Location: Devon
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office
• Umbrella Rate: £18.00 – £20.23 per hour
• PAYE Rate (inc. Holiday pay): Approximately £16.00 – £17.98 per hour

Key Responsibilities as a Legal Officer:

• Preparation of cases to be dealt with in the Civil Courts, including injunctions, proceedings for the recovery of debts and landlord and tenant matters. This will include arranging and participating in telephone conferences and providing representation at Court.
• Preparation of cases to be dealt with in the Criminal Courts, including prosecutions relating to environmental protection, housing standards, education welfare, anti-social behaviour, trading standards, fraud and other regulatory matters.
• Carrying out legal research and providing advice at the appropriate level to Council services.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Flexible Hours
• Weekly Pay

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth up to £200.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Devon

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

02-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English