Employment Paralegal

Anakin Seal Legal; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in the Northwest is seeking an Employment Paralegal to assist with matters in UK employment law. The role involves drafting agreements, preparing cases, and communicating with clients. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in employment law and strong research skills. The position offers a competitive salary up to £35,000 and opportunities for training and career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £35,000

Opportunities for training and career progression

Flexible and hybrid working options

Pension scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience working in employment law, preferably within a law firm or HR legal team.
• Experience drafting settlement agreements, employment contracts, and tribunal documents.
• Strong legal research skills and familiarity with employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with a broad range of employment matters including drafting agreements.
• Play a key role in case preparation, client communication, and legal research.
• Handle grievance and disciplinary documentation effectively.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Organisational skills

Confident communication

Knowledge of Employment Tribunal procedures

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

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Role Overview:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Employment Paralegal to join a busy legal team specialising in UK employment law in the Northwest. This full-time role will involve assisting solicitors with a broad range of employment matters, including drafting settlement agreements, employment contracts, tribunal claims, and correspondence. You will play a key role in case preparation, client communication, and legal research, gaining valuable exposure to complex employment disputes and advisory work within a supportive environment.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed:

• Minimum 1 year’s experience working in employment law, preferably within a law firm or HR legal team
• Experience drafting settlement agreements, employment contracts, and tribunal documents
• Knowledge of Employment Tribunal procedures and case management
• Ability to handle grievance and disciplinary documentation
• Strong legal research skills and familiarity with employment legislation such as the Employment Rights Act, Equality Act, and ACAS Code of Practice
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload and meet tight deadlines
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients, counsel, and external bodies effectively
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Opportunities for training and career progression within a growing employment law team
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance
• Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits package