--- title: "Senior Legal Assistant - 03.03.21" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-03" --- # Senior Legal Assistant - 03.03.21 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea62fbb9-70b8-453f-a05f-2ee27a2c4fcf.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to hire a Senior Legal Assistant through an open tender process. The contract will commence on 15th March 2021 and run until 11th June 2021, with a closing date for submissions set for 5th March 2021 at 12pm. The initial budget for the contract ranges from £1,000 to £2,000. The position will allow for remote working with options to operate from Sandwell Council House, and it specifically requires candidates with legal qualifications and experience in litigation or employment matters. This tender offers an excellent opportunity for legal firms, freelance solicitors, or legal practitioners specialising in employment law to expand their portfolios by partnering with a local government authority. The successful candidate will have the chance to contribute to a dynamic legal environment while benefitting from a supportive team. The role not only promises a competitive pay rate but also provides additional advantages such as generous holiday entitlement and access to a Local Government Pension Scheme, making this an attractive contract for any eligible legal entity interested in public sector work. ## Notice Senior Legal Assistant Hours: 37 - fulltime Start date - ASAP - 12weeks Rate of pay- Band G (?18.53-?21.19) Location- Working from home / Sandwell Council House Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: A fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, dynamic, pioneering legal team in Sandwell. We require a Senior Legal Assistant who is ideally a Member or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives or equivalent or newly qualified Solicitor or Barrister, who can provide advice and assistance on all legal matters. Executive or a Newly Qualified Solicitor (with some experience of litigation and/or employment matters) is required. You will be supported by a team of excellent caseworkers and business support officers. In the heart of the midlands and 10 minutes train ride from the centre of Birmingham, Sandwell is a rapidly expanding, vibrant and diverse place to live, work and play. How better to contribute to our vision than through a unique and rewarding career with Sandwell? So, if you're looking for an excellent benefits package and the chance to make a difference, this is the role for you. This role would be suitable for an experienced practitioner who can demonstrate the ability to deal with demanding work, with excellent client care skills, and an eagerness to provide a high-quality service to our clients and stakeholders. The post-holder will be expected to assist the In-House Principal Advocate/Barrister in dealing with Employment matters, with responsibility for preparing witness statements, and disclosure bundles for upcoming Tribunal hearings, drafting settlement agreements, and assisting with Employment cases generally. The post holder will be given the opportunity to conduct tribunal matters when required. Use your skills to benefit the local community and experience a rewarding, interesting environment and attractive employment package such as: o Local Government Pension Scheme, considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates o A generous minimum holiday entitlement of 30 days per year in addition to statutory and public holidays, rising to 35 days after 5 years' service o Option to buy more annual leave o A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity entitlements and flexible working. o 1,000's of discounts and savings at 100's of retailers, online and on the high street, available through our employee benefits scheme o Excellent in-house learning and development opportunities o Fair pay and a commitment to a minimum Living Wage Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwe... Additional information: Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 5th March at 12pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd9ffca9-bb34-4061-aac9-abe39c143252 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Mar 2021 - 11 Jun 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 3 Mar 2021 at 11:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd9ffca9-bb34-4061-aac9-abe39c143252 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd9ffca9-bb34-4061-aac9-abe39c143252 3rd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwe - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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