Legal Assistant - London, United Kingdom - London Borough of Camden

London Borough of Camden

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Summary:

Starting salary:
£33,789

Job Level:
Level 3 Zone 1

Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG

Hours per week: 36

Contract type:
Fixed Term - Until March 2024 x2

Closing date:
Wednesday 15th March :59**
Interviews to be held: TBC

Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion

Anonymised Application - _in keeping with Camden's commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias._

About us

Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive, by making our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit.

Because, we're not just home to UK's fast-growing economy. We're home to the most important conversations happening today. And we're making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here's where you can help decide a better future for us all.

The role

We are looking for a Housing Legal Assistant to assist in the delivery of some of the Council's top priorities by delivering a high-quality customer focused legal housing service.

Our in house legal team plays an essential part in the achievement of the objectives of Camden Council. As a service we strive to provide a high quality professional service that meets our client's expectations.

You will be a valued member of a lively, responsive and supportive team delivering essential advice to clients and providing representation in diverse and interesting cases across the Council.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.

About you

You should have experience of working in a legal environment with a good working knowledge and understanding of Housing Law and procedure relating to housing litigation in particular with regard to Disrepair Claims and Possession Proceedings.

As well as a good working knowledge and understanding of Civil Litigation procedures. You should be good at working as a part of a team with excellent verbal and written communication skills. You should also be confident with interacting with stakeholders, clients and in the Civil Courts. You should have a good knowledge of the council's policies on valuing diversity and equality.

Working for Camden
We're ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit.
Help us redefine our corporate services, and we'll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we'd love to talk.

Additional information

Inclusion and Diversity
**Asking for Adjustments