https://jobs.co.uk/job/paralegal-local-authority-reed--e13ce986-de6a-4ce5-9724-63ff22d94c00 RSS feed for Paralegal - Local Authority at Reed. en-gb Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:19:49 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/paralegal-local-authority-reed--e13ce986-de6a-4ce5-9724-63ff22d94c00 https://jobs.co.uk/job/paralegal-local-authority-reed--e13ce986-de6a-4ce5-9724-63ff22d94c00 Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:52:58 GMT Location: Reading | Salary: 10000-500000 Hourly | Type: Permanent | Paralegal / Legal Services Assistant / Legal Officer 3-Month Temporary Contract £20.29 per hour PAYE Hybrid Working Are you looking for your next opportunity in a legal support role within a friendly and professional Local Authority environment? We''re working with a well-established Council that is seeking a Legal Services Assistant / Legal Officer to join their team on an initial 3-month temporary contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable public sector experience, work on a varied caseload, and be part of a team that plays a key role in supporting local services and communities. What you''ll be doing No two days are quite the same. You''ll be supporting experienced lawyers and helping to ensure legal matters are progressed efficiently and effectively. Responsibilities will include: Assisting with a varied caseload across different areas of legal work Preparing and managing legal documentation and correspondence Liaising with Council departments, clients, and external stakeholders Maintaining accurate records using case management systems Providing updates on the progress of matters and responding to queries Supporting legal professionals with research, administr... Permanent