AMS PSR

On behalf of The Government Legal Department (GLD) we are looking for a Paralegal (Inside IR35) for a 12 month contract based In London, Leeds or Manchester with office attendance 3 times per week.

The Government Legal Department (GLD) is seeking an organised, motivated and detail focused Paralegal / Legal Support Officer to join its team.

This role offers the opportunity to support high profile legal work across government, providing essential research, drafting and casework support to lawyers advising on legislation, disputes, commercial matters and major cross government programmes.

You will work in a fast paced environment, support senior legal teams, and contribute to meaningful public sector work with real national impact.

As a Paralegal, your main responsibilities will be:

• Provide responsive, professional support to lawyers and clients, helping maintain GLD’s high standards.
• Build strong working relationships with lawyers, policy teams and cross government stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear notes, summaries and first draft advice.
• Assist with the delivery of legislation, procurements, agreements and dispute resolution work.
• Support case management including disclosure, preparing evidence, handling correspondence and attending court or tribunal hearings as required.
• Coordinate large legal projects, track progress and manage documentation across departments.
• Collate legal updates, maintain knowledge management materials and ensure information is stored accurately.
• Draft and proof documents including advice, correspondence, contracts, secondary legislation and briefing notes.
• Prepare bundles, instructions to Counsel and associated case documentation under supervision.

Essential:

• Some legal education and/or experience working in a legal, regulatory, or advisory environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information and produce clear written outputs.
• Excellent attention to detail and high quality drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised, self motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Docs

Desirable:

• Experience using legal research tools such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar databases.
• Experience in public sector, litigation, commercial or regulatory work

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident 

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, GLD guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

DE&I Commitment

Armed Forces Covenant

GLD guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".