Paralegal - Emma Caldwell Inquriy

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Location
Edinburgh
Reference
Ref: BH-168615
Salary Package
£39767 per annum
Expiry Date
Expires 4th Sep 2026
Job Type
Flexible
Industry
Legal
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 
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