Paralegal – Emma Caldwell Inquriy
Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for 2 Paralegals to join the legal team supporting the high-profile Emma Caldwell Inquiry. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced paralegals seeking meaningful public sector legal work within a fast-paced and high-profile environment. The legal team is led by the Solicitor to the Inquiry, supported by deputy solicitors and assistant solicitors. The successful candidates will work closely with assistant solicitors across a broad range of legal and evidential tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Support solicitors with document review, evidence management, witness statements, redaction, and hearing preparation
- Coordinate meetings, interviews, correspondence, and liaison with external stakeholders and core participants
- Maintain accurate records and document management systems while managing high volumes of sensitive information
- Provide administrative and legal support throughout all stages of the Inquiry, including during public hearings
Essential Skills & Experience
- Previous paralegal or legal support experience within litigation, investigations, public inquiries, or similar environments (SCOTS LAW)
- We are looking, in particular, for people who may have had experience of redaction in the past as a large part of the paralegal role will be analysis and redaction of evidence.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of documentation accurately
Contract Details
- 12-month initial contract- with a possible extension up to 23 months
- Day Rate: £207.58 Ltd- (PAYE INC- £177.14) (Equivalent Salary £39,767)
- Hybrid working model- Expected attendance in Edinburgh once/twice per week (typically Wednesdays) outside hearing periods
- During hearings, attendance in Glasgow will be required as needed
- Regular travel between Edinburgh and Glasgow may be necessary
This role closes – Wednesday 12th August
