Legal Services Administrative Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate administrative assistant to become part of the Joint Legal Services & Information Governance Team. Collaborating with colleagues across two councils, you will contribute to making a positive impact on the lives of residents in Guildford and Waverley.

This is a crucial role in supporting the efficient and smooth functioning of the Legal Services & Information Governance team, requiring a can‑do attitude and willingness to get involved in various aspects of the team's work. You will be the first point of contact for clients, ensuring that the team has the necessary resources and infrastructure to support its work. You will support the team across a wide range of legal disciplines including property, contracts, litigation and housing, providing the opportunity to develop your own skills and understanding.

We offer flexible working from our offices in both Guildford and Godalming. In return for your valued contribution, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free on‑site parking, an employee assistance scheme, and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex‑members of the armed forces and their partners.

We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex‑military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role.