Legal Officer

  • Adecco
  • Aug 06, 2025
Seasonal Legal

Job Description

Job Advertisement: Legal Officer
Location: East London
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Full Time

Hourly rate: 22.55 per hour PAYE / 29.44 Umbrella

What You'll Do:
As a Legal Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our legal service. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing effective administrative support to legal teams, ensuring smooth operations across various disciplines.
  • Assisting in legal research and basic case work, contributing to high-quality, solution-focused legal advice.
  • Maintaining manual and electronic systems, including corporate IT systems and legal case management systems.
  • Supporting project work, including fact-finding and research, while managing project plans effectively.
  • Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations, Data Protection laws, and safeguarding policies.
  • Engaging with clients and external stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service and building strong relationships.

What You'll Bring:
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

  • Strong IT Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal case management systems.
  • organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise and manage your workload effectively.
  • Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
  • Knowledge of Legal Frameworks: Understanding of the complexities within a legal environment, including Data Protection and Freedom of Information issues.
  • Team Spirit: A collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team to achieve shared goals.

Additional Information:
This is a full-time temporary position, and while driving is not required, flexibility to work across sites is essential.

We look forward to your application!

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