Paralegal - Discrimination

• Attending and advising clients predominantly on discrimination issues, and wider employment matters where appropriate
• Taking and processing new instructions
• Assessing the merits of potential discrimination claims and advising clients accordingly
• Drafting clear and accurate advice documents
• Managing Legal Help enquiries
• Assisting with both Employment Tribunal and Civil discrimination procedures
• Providing guidance and support to other staff where required
• Supporting solicitors with effective case management including: Drafting pleadings, statements and letters of claim
• Preparing instructions to counsel
• Arranging and attending conferences and hearings
• Assisting with protocol steps and advocacy preparation
• Handling funding documentation and document requests
• Recording and managing work in progress and ensuring time is accurately captured
• Meeting chargeable and non‑chargeable hour targets under supervision
• Carrying out administrative duties as appropriate
• Complying with client care and complaints procedures to minimise negligence risk and maintain regulatory standards

• Law degree (2:1 or above) or relevant legal work experience
• Excellent organisation and time‑management skills
• Strong research skills
• High standard of written and verbal communication, including a professional telephone manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated interest in discrimination and/or employment law

Experience working or studying in discrimination, employment, or civil litigation

• Flexible working arrangements
• Agile/remote working
• Well-being package inc (financial, physical, mental and dietary heath support)
• Free parking
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
• Holiday sale & purchase scheme
• Season ticket & travel support
• Payroll giving scheme
• Social events & clubs
• Internal referral scheme
• Retail vouchers/cashback schemes
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme