Paralegals required for Scottish Public Inquiry Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
APPLICANTS MUST LIVE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF EDINBURGH AND HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.
We are delighted to be instructed, on several interim paralegal positions with the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry. The Inquiry is investigating the abuse of children in residential care in Scotland, as defined in its Terms of Reference. This is a unique opportunity to join this division based in Edinburgh (with hybrid working available). The contract is for a fixed term period of 23 months. The positions are full-time and are salary Band B2.
Work of the paralegals includes:
·Supporting the Inquiry’s solicitors and counsel in their investigations.
·Working closely with the Inquiry’s records and evidence management team to redact documents and evidence.
·Assisting the Solicitor to the inquiry to assess accounts of expenses.
·Preparing papers for use by Counsel and members of the Inquiry’s statement-taking team.
Applicants should have paralegal experience or other relevant experience. This is an excellent opportunity for highly conscientious individuals to gain further experience and make a significant contribution to the work of the Inquiry. If this position interests you, please do not hesitate to contact either Teddie or Steph for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 15334)
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 23 months
Salary: £33,520.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 15334
