Paralegal (Litigation and Prosecutions)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
Applications are invited from candidates who have a full or trainee membership of CILEX (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) or the National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) or similar and equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction with the relevant conversion to the UK. The job profile has full details.
You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the law and procedures relating either to Civil Litigation and debt recovery and/or Local Authority prosecutions. This includes supporting the departments lawyers as well as managing casework on matters relating to the Council civil litigation and debt recovery work. Please refer to the job profile for full details of the role.
We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous leave entitlement, flexible working and excellent pension provisions. We are based in modern offices close to the transport links of Ealing Broadway and the amenities of Ealing town centre, although it is presently envisaged that the role will predominantly be carried out from home with attendance at the office once a week or when the business need requires.
Please note that this role is subject to Ealing’s enhanced vetting process and that successful applicants may be subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Ms Hatoon Zeb, Senior Lawyer (Litigation & Prosecution) on 0208825861 (direct) or by email: zebH@eling.gov.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Paralegal (Litigation and Prosecutions) roles across Ealing Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,217 - £35,217 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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