Job summary

The Legal Services team plays a vital role in safeguarding the Trust and its employees, providing expert support across a wide range of legal matters including inquests, claims and casework. We are now looking for a highly organised and motivated Legal Services Administrator to join our busy, friendly and dedicated team.

This is a key position supporting our case handlers and wider Legal Services function. You will assist with the smooth running of inquest and claims processes, manage sensitive documentation, coordinate case-related activity and ensure deadlines are met with precision.

Your work will directly support the Trust's ability to respond effectively to legal matters, ensuring fairness, transparency and high-quality service to staff, patients and external partners. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility, values accuracy, and wants to grow within a respected and essential team.

Main duties of the job

You will provide a high quality administrative service to the Legal Services team in order to support the delivery of legal services to the organisation, andtimely and efficient general administrative support to the Legal Services team on a day to day basis.

You will carry out a full range of administrative duties, including managing the team's general email inbox, handling telephone queries, maintenance of case files and team spreadsheets, data collection and input, and the collation and preparation of records for disclosure to third parties.

What You'll Bring

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to prioritise a varied workload in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach

• High levels of discretion, integrity and attention to detail

• Confidence working with confidential and sensitive information

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunities to develop skills and experience within legal services

• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the Trust's work and the people we serve

About us

Why Work With Us?

We are proud to be the first NHS organisation in England to bring together hospital care, community services and social care into one integrated care organisation. This pioneering approach makes our Trust an exciting, forward-thinking and rewarding place to build your career.

You will be joining a friendly, collaborative and highly supportive Trust that is committed to delivering outstanding healthcare to the people of Devon. We place great importance on the health and wellbeing of our staff and continually look for ways to enhance the support we offer. We also celebrate the dedication and achievements of our people through our annual People Awards.

To help you thrive, you will have access to a wide range of high-quality training and development opportunities designed to support your growth and progression.

The work of the Legal Services department reaches across almost every part of the Trust, and you will play a key role in several high-profile and sensitive matters. Because of this, personal integrity and the ability to handle highly confidential information with absolute discretion are essential.

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.