Job Introduction

TLT is seeking ambitious, experienced, and self-motivated Paralegals with a genuine passion for public law to join our highly regarded Public Inquiries, Inquests and Public Law (PIIPL) team on a contract basis.

This role is an initial 3-month contract, with chance of extension, and will be paid on a day rate via an Umbrella company. The role will require working in the London office on a full-time basis.

Main Responsibilities

As a Contract Paralegal, you will provide support to the team on day to day case work, including the following tasks:

• Following guidance on privacy laws to undertake a first level review for Data Subject Access Requests
• Using e-disclosure platforms and specific systems (full training provided) to implement redaction policies and decisions, to provide disclosure to relevant stakeholders
• Reviewing and organising data relevant to the Inquiry and presenting in a preferred format to assist the investigation
• Taking detailed instructions from fee earners within the team and providing regular updates on progress
• Creating bundles and document lists for trials

Your Skills and Experience

• A UK Qualifying Law Degree (GDL or LLB, achieving a commendation or 2:1 or higher).
• 12+ months Paralegal experience managing caseloads and undertaking investigations.
• A basic understanding of public law concepts, including challenges and remedies.
• Previous experience working on a public inquiry is desirable but not essential.
• Accuracy, good organisational skills, resilience, and flexibility.
• Previous experience using case management systems and e-disclosure platforms such as Relativity is desirable but not essential.
• A proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders.
• A proven, strong team-player, able to work with colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds to achieve a shared goal. Willing to take direction but also to use own initiative to develop effective ways of working.
• SC/DV Clearance is desirable.