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• Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• £32,076 per annum (pro rata if part time)
• 37 hours per week (part time hours will be considered)
• Permanent
  
  

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as a Caseworker, you’ll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

Join our Commercial team as a Caseworker and immerse yourself in a role that combines diverse responsibilities with opportunities for growth. You'll process road traffic orders, handle highways agreements, and provide invaluable advice on property cases. Sharpen your research and drafting skills while serving as a crucial liaison between professionals and stakeholders. Your ability to convey complex information clearly and manage multiple cases with competing priorities will be key. As you assist in delivering high-quality legal services and provide expert advice, you'll continuously expand your legal knowledge and expertise. If you're ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment where your skills make a real difference, this role is for you!

You will need

• an honours degree and relevant work experience in a legal setting
• enthusiasm for solving legal problems, and a practical, strategic approach to advice
• willingness and aptitude for learning
• research, analysis and communication skills
• enjoyment of collaboration with colleagues and client officers
• ability to manage and process high volumes of documentation and information, to drive clear advice and effective case management
• to be able to organise your time and resources, and prioritise effectively
• desire to help further the council’s objectives and support excellent service delivery
• an awareness of the political, reputational and financial factors bearing on the council’s decision-making
• to bring your own values, experience and insights to enhance the team and help develop the department as a whole

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx) . If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

We are an exciting and innovative legal team whose vision is always to provide high quality legal services to the council and beyond. We provide a flexible and dynamic service, which is capable of responding quickly to new initiatives and changing priorities.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

For more information

Please contact Mickaela Green for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 01473 263821 or emailing mickaela.green@suffolk.gov.uk

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. Also please answer the following question:

Question: Why do you wish to work in and/or pursue a legal career within a local authority setting?

• You should use the Supporting Statement template.
• Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 7 November 2024

Interview date: 25 and 26 November 2024

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).