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Legal Advisor (Fixed-term) - Western Isles Citizens Advice Service

Job Details

Job title
Legal Adviser
Closing date
Friday 9 June 2023
Location
Lewis or Uist
Hours per week
35
Type of contract
Fixed term to 31 March 2024
Salary
£28,261 (pro-rata) per annum + £2,541 (pro-rata) Island Allowance + 6% pension contribution

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About the job

Applicants must be a law graduate or have equivalent qualifications, be enthusiastic and socially aware with excellent communication skills. The post requires the ability to provide a dedicated free legal advice service and in-court representation to CAB clients in Stornoway and Lochmaddy Sheriff Courts and to provide support and assistance to CAB clients on a variety of issues, including: benefit appeals, debt, mortgage repossession, rent arrears and eviction, consumer, and employment.

This is a demanding position and good organisational skills are essential, as is experience in advice work and knowledge of computer systems and their applications.

Current full driving licence is desirable with access to a vehicle. The successful applicant will be required to travel throughout the Western Isles.

Relocation expenses of up to £2,000 payable; we will endeavour to assist with sourcing accommodation if applicable.

The Western Isles is a wonderful place to live and work. It is a tranquil safe place with excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique culture, wildlife and amazing scenery. To find out more about living and working in the Outer Hebrides visit

www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk

How to apply

An application pack can be downloaded using the links at the bottom of this page or can be requested from: 

Lynda MacLean - Operations Manager
Email: Lynda.MacLean@uistcab.casonline.org.uk
Tel: 01870 602421

Applications must be received by 5.00pm on Friday 9 June 2023.

About the employer

The Western Isles Citizens Advice Service is committed to equal opportunities both in service provision and employment.

The Western Isles Citizens Advice Service is a local, independent charity which provides free, impartial and confidential advice and information to the whole of the Western Isles through 4 offices - Lewis, Harris, Uist and Barra. We deliver support and guidance on a range of topics, giving people the information they require to deal with any situation and improve their lives.

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