Public Inquiry Paralegal – London

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With over 14 years’ experience helping legal professionals find job opportunities, Accutrainee is well placed to help you secure your next paralegal role.

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We are currently seeking experienced paralegals to support a leading international law firm working on behalf of a government department in connection with a major public inquiry.

The initial assignment will be for six months, with a strong possibility of extension.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The work is expected to include:

• Reviewing and analysing substantial volumes of documents and evidence;

• Supporting disclosure exercises and identifying relevant material;

• Assisting with the preparation and review of witness statements;

• Preparing chronologies, document summaries, briefing notes and hearing materials;

• Supporting responses to formal requests for information and evidence;

• Assisting with hearing preparation and wider case management;

• Working closely with solicitors, counsel and other members of the inquiry team; and

• Handling sensitive and confidential information in accordance with the applicable security requirements.

What We Look For

Applicants must:

• Have previous experience working directly on a public inquiry;

• Have experience of disclosure, document review, witness evidence or other substantive inquiry work;

• Understand the procedures, demands and sensitivities associated with major public inquiries;

• Be highly organised and able to manage substantial volumes of complex information;

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;

• Be highly accurate, with strong attention to detail;

• Be technologically proficient;

• Be capable of working independently and as part of a wider legal team; and

• Be available to work on-site in London five days per week.

Experience gained on the COVID-19, Infected Blood, Post Office, Grenfell Tower or another major public inquiry would be particularly relevant.

Please note that experience limited to providing technical, administrative or review-platform support to an inquiry will not meet the requirements of this role.

Security Requirements

Due to mandatory MOD security-clearance requirements, applicants must:

• Be British citizens;

• Hold valid UK passports; and

• Hold no other nationality.

Candidates who currently hold, or have previously held, security clearance are particularly encouraged to apply. Existing clearance is not essential, but successful candidates must be willing and able to complete the required clearance process.

Role Details

• Location: London

• Working arrangement: Full-time and on-site five days per week

• Duration: Initially six months, with the possibility of extension

• Start date: As soon as possible, subject to security clearance

• Notice periods: Candidates with notice periods can be considered

• Remuneration: Competitive and dependent on experience

Qualifying Work Experience

Please note that experience gained through this role will not count as Qualifying Work Experience. If you are interested in completing QWE, please submit a separate application for our Trainee Solicitor opportunities.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced paralegal with direct and substantive public inquiry experience, we would be pleased to hear from you.

At Accutrainee, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, subject to the mandatory security requirements of this assignment. All candidates will be assessed according to their skills, qualifications and suitability for the role.