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We are looking for two Building Safety Legal Support Interns to join our team on a six-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for law graduates or early-career legal professionals to gain practical experience, contribute to critical building safety work, and help protect communities across the region. Your work will support the West Midlands Remediation Acceleration Plan and follow the recommendations of the Grenfell fire investigation, helping prevent similar tragedies. You’ll work alongside experienced officers and legal professionals across seven local authorities, West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service, and potentially the Building Safety Regulator. While primarily based at Walsall Fire Station, you’ll travel across the West Midlands to support colleagues and partners.
Job Responsibility:
Assist in interpreting and applying legislation including the Housing Act 2004, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and Building Safety Act 2022
Review lease and service agreements, Land Registry and Companies House records to identify responsible parties
Support officers in drafting and serving enforcement notices and legal correspondence
Support enforcement officers in compiling clear, well-structured case files and support appeals or tribunal paperwork
Assist with evidence organisation, chronologies, summaries, and interview planning
Work with in-house legal teams, external solicitors, and Counsel to support enforcement action
Requirements:
Law degree or equivalent qualification
Interest in public law, housing, regulatory or fire safety work
Ability to understand, interpret, and explain legal information clearly
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Organised with the ability to manage your workload
Confidence working with a range of stakeholders
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Passion and enthusiasm for the West Midlands and public service
What we offer:
Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA
Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses