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Paralegal – Employment. As a Paralegal in our Employment department, you’ll support solicitors and the department manager by assisting with a wide range of employment law matters. This is a varied and fast‑paced role where you’ll deal with client enquiries, help progress cases, and play an important part in delivering a high‑quality service. You’ll be involved in advisory work, case preparation, legal drafting, client contact and supporting colleagues throughout ongoing matters. With clear supervision, structured processes and excellent team support, this role offers a strong pathway for progression within employment law.
Job Responsibility:
Advising clients (mainly by telephone) on general employment law enquiries and helping convert enquiries into new work for the team
Assisting with case management: taking instructions, drafting pleadings, preparing instructions to counsel and arranging conferences
Preparing letters of claim, witness statements, funding documents and hearing bundles
Attending conferences and hearings where required
Undertaking legal research
Requesting, reviewing and returning relevant documents
Managing work in progress and ensuring accurate recording of chargeable and non‑chargeable hours under supervision
Carrying out administrative tasks including filing, photocopying and bundle preparation
Ensuring full compliance with client care, complaints procedures and regulatory obligations
Requirements:
A Law degree or relevant practical experience
5 GCSEs including English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above)
Confidence using computers and the ability to learn new systems with training
A strong understanding of UK employment law
Clear communication skills (written and verbal)
Research skills and the ability to break down information logically
Organisational and time‑management approaches that help you keep on top of tasks
The ability to meet deadlines with appropriate support
The ability to manage periods of interruption
Nice to have:
Legal Practice Course (LPC) qualification
Study or work‑based experience in employment law
Familiarity with employment litigation processes
Experience using case management systems
An understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules
Awareness of client care and complaints procedures
What we offer:
Generous annual leave (increasing with service)
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Early monthly pay scheme
Life assurance
Hybrid working
Holiday sale & purchase scheme*
Well‑being package (financial, physical & mental health support)