Test Valley Borough Council
Legal Assistant
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Test Valley Borough Council
37 hours per week, Permanent
£27,424.56 to £31,937.16 per annum (Career graded 4-5)
Beech Hurst, Andover
Start Your Career in Law and Local Government
Are you organised, detail-oriented, and interested in a career in law or legal administration?
We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our friendly and supportive Legal Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone seeking to develop a career in law/legal administration, whether you are a school or college leaver with relevant qualifications or an experienced administrator looking for a new challenge.
Working closely with solicitors and legal professionals, you will help provide high-quality legal support across a wide range of council services. You will gain valuable experience of legal processes, local government decision-making, and the administration of statutory functions.
The Role
As a Legal Assistant, You Will
- Be a first point of contact for Legal Services clients
- Provide administrative and legal support to solicitors and legal professionals
- Prepare and process a variety of legal documentation, applications, notices, and orders
- Assist with Freedom of Information requests and information governance matters
- Maintain accurate records and case management systems
- Draft routine correspondence and legal documentation using approved templates
- Liaise with council departments, external organisations, and members of the public
- Monitor deadlines and assist in progressing legal matters efficiently
- Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately and professionally
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You will have the opportunity to work on a range of interesting legal matters including:
- Tree Preservation Orders
- Road Closure Applications
- Public Footpath Diversions
- Hedgerow Retention Applications
- Charging Orders
- Requests to deal with restrictions following historic Right to Buy acquisitions
- Information law and Freedom of Information requests
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent organisational and administrative skills
- Has strong written and verbal communication skills
- Pays close attention to detail and enjoys working accurately
- Is comfortable using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Has a professional approach to handling confidential information
- Is committed to delivering excellent customer service
For Grade 4 appointments, we welcome applications from candidates looking to start their career in law/legal administration and who can demonstrate transferable skills gained through education, work experience, volunteering, or other activities.
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For Grade 5 appointments, applicants should be able to demonstrate more substantial administration experience and knowledge of legal or local government processes.
Why Join Test Valley Borough Council?
In Return, We Offer
- A supportive and experienced legal team
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Flexible and agile working arrangements
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee wellbeing support
- The opportunity to build a rewarding career supporting services that make a real difference to local communities
- On-site catering facilities, free on-site parking, discounted leisure facilities
For more information on our values and behaviours, and why it is a great place to work at Test Valley Borough Council, please visit our website: https://www.testvalley.gov.uk/aboutyourcouncil/a-great-place-to-work
Interested?
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and looking to develop your career in a professional legal environment, we'd love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Claire Taylor, Head of Legal.
Closing Date: 13 August 2026
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