Employment Law Paralegal (3231)

Cathedrala appointments; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive organisation in Exeter is seeking an Employment Law Paralegal to provide employment law advice and practical support to HR colleagues. The role involves handling casework queries, drafting legal documents, and supporting employment tribunal preparations. The ideal candidate will have a law degree, CILEX qualification, or equivalent, along with at least 12 months of paralegal experience in employment law. This part-time position offers competitive pay and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of paralegal experience with knowledge of employment law.
• Experience drafting legal documents and supporting case preparation.
• Ability to conduct legal research and contribute to policy updates.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR casework queries.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence, including Tribunal forms.
• Support case preparation for Employment Tribunal hearings.
• Conduct legal research and support the delivery of employment law training.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Drafting legal documents

Legal research

Clear communication

Education

Law degree or CILEX qualification

Job description

Circa £30,502 – £32,348 FTE (Pro Rata) | Part-Time, 29 hours per week | Exeter

An established and supportive organisation is seeking a dedicated Employment Law Paralegal to join its collaborative HR and legal function. This is a professional, people-focused environment where colleagues work together to provide high-quality guidance across the organisation. You will be part of a friendly team committed to delivering accurate, timely and trusted employment law support.

The Role

As an Employment Law Paralegal , you will play a key role in providing employment law advice and practical support to HR colleagues. Working closely with an Employment Legal Counsel, you will help ensure casework is managed effectively, documentation is well prepared and legal processes run smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong employment law knowledge who thrives in a hands‑on, varied role.

Responsibilities of the Employment Law Paralegal :

• Act as the first point of contact for HR casework queries, offering clear and accurate employment law guidance.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence, including Tribunal forms, applications and case-related materials.
• Support case preparation for Employment Tribunal hearings, including disclosure, bundles and liaison with parties.
• Conduct legal research, contribute to policy updates and support the delivery of employment law training.

Requirements of the Employment Law Paralegal :

• Law degree, CILEX qualification or equivalent, with an employment law module or elective.
• At least 12 months of paralegal experience and sound knowledge of employment law.