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Employment Paralegal/NQ

Where

Stockport

What

Legal

Type

Permanent

Salary

42000 Annual

We are seeking a meticulous Employment Paralegal/NQ to join a supporttive and friendly employment law team. Our client is a well known regional law firm with offices in Stockport and this role offers a great opportunity to work on a variety of employment law matters while contributing to the success of a thriving department.

Client Details

You'll be joining a close-knit team of five, spanning Supervising Secretary through to Partner level. In this Employment paralegal/NQ role, you'll support a respondent-focused caseload across both contentious and non-contentious matters. Working with an impressive roster of employer clients, you'll gain exposure to high-quality work and have the opportunity to build long-term relationships.

Description

As an Employment Paralegal/NQ your duties will include:

  • Conduct of matters on behalf of clients accurately, reliably and in accordance with the firm's quality and risk management procedures (Lexcel and SRA Code of conduct)
  • Supporting fee earners with Employment Tribunal matters, including preparing Early Case Assessments, drafting ET3 responses, liaising with clients and the Tribunal, reviewing case papers, managing Preliminary Hearings, and assisting with the preparation of witness statements.
  • Attending Tribunal hearings when required to provide support and take notes
  • Carrying out legal research to assist ongoing matters and contribute to case strategy.
  • Preparing hearing and disclosure bundles, organising documents and assembling files under the direction of fee earners.
  • Working collaboratively with team members to deliver a seamless service to clients.

Profile

A successful Employment Paralegal/NQ should have at least 12 month experience of working in employment law.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary DOE.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • Access to a rewarding bonus scheme.
  • An opportunity to work in a professional and supportive environment.
  • Career development prospects within the legal department.

If you are an enthusiastic Employment Paralegal/NQ with a passion for employment law and a desire to grow within the professional services industry, we encourage you to apply.

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