Salary
£30,024 - £33,699 per annum
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
Working Arrangements
Office Based
Job Description / Person Specification
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Competency Framework
Tier 7a
Number of posts
1
Interview date
15th or 16th December 2025
Closing Date
09 December 2025 23:55
Make a Real Impact in Public Service
Are you looking for a challenge in local government? If so, join our Corporate & Environmental Law team and play a pivotal role in delivering legal work for the Council.
About The Role
As a key member of our legal team, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to undertake primarily Highways & Planning paralegal work. In the main, the postholder will be focusing on S38 & S278 case work, supporting solicitors in the team with pre and post completion work and any other tasks suitable for a paralegal. You must have experience in a professional office environment, excellent understanding, competent use of IT and Microsoft software applications, excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure and the ability to work well with others.
There will be an expectation that you attend the office with no notice required to meet the needs of the service as predominantly the role involves preparing physical legal documents for signing and sealing and managing them through to legal completion in addition to office team days as well as in person supervision meetings, Employee Development Reviews and wider team meetings.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting time to be part of our Council as we prepare for local government reorganisation.
We Believe In Fostering a Friendly And Supportive Work Environment Where Everyone Feels Valued And Appreciated. You Will Join a Friendly And Forward-thinking Service With Access To
- Manageable caseload;
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme;
- Opportunities for training, mentoring and professional development.
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals meeting the Job Description/Person Specification.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about public service, eager to grow your legal career, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
If this sounds ideal, submit your application online today to take the first step towards an exciting career with us.
There will be a written assessment and an in-person interview.
To arrange for an informal discussion please contact Bonamy Temple by email bonamy.temple@nottscc.gov.uk
Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
