Legal Assistant – Children, Adults and Education

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join Camden's dynamic Legal Services team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in breaking down barriers while embracing a risk-aware approach. You will engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Responsibilities include: Collaborating closely with various service directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities Managing a personal caseload that includes high-profile and complex cases Acting as a trusted advisor, advocate, and problem solver Contributing to Camden's vision of innovative, responsive legal solutions Requirements: Experience in at least one area of the team (children, adults, and education) Demonstrable knowledge of law and procedure in the areas of work of the team Demonstrable experience of running simple legal cases Experience in drafting legal documents and reviewing client statements Excellent IT skills, including the use of case management systems Ability to be very organized and juggle competing demands Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit What We Offer: Flexible working 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Family leave Loan schemes Access to our incredible staff networks Incredible pensions scheme Inclusion and Diversity: Camden Council is committed to being a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities Job Data by YubHub .