Entry level Law / Paralegal

Confidential; Windsor; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life cover

Additional leave benefits

Training & development opportunities

Team events

Job summary

Confidential is offering an entry-level Employment Law Paralegal / Law Graduate opportunity in the Windsor area. The role provides day-to-day legal and administrative support within the Employment Law team, under the supervision of experienced solicitors.

The ideal candidate is a Law graduate or current LPC/SQE student with a genuine interest in Employment Law, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent preferred with strong academics.
• Completed, or studying towards, the LPC or SQE.
• Experience in a law firm, legal clinic or similar environment is advantageous but not essential.
• Interest in building a career in Employment Law.
• Understanding of legal processes and professional environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and paralegal support to the Employment Law team.
• Assist solicitors with preparation and progression of employment law matters.
• Prepare, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Help prepare Employment Tribunal bundles and hearing documents.
• Conduct legal research and summarise findings for the team.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical matter files.
• Draft routine correspondence and basic legal documents under supervision.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, Employment Tribunals and third parties.
• Take accurate notes during client meetings and internal discussions.
• Monitor key dates, deadlines and upcoming hearings.
• Keep the firm's case management system updated.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Professional communication

Education

Law degree (LLB) or equivalent

LPC or SQE in progress

Job description

Entry-Level Employment Law Paralegal / Law Graduate Opportunity

Windsor area
£25,400 + excellent benefits and career development
Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Fantastic opportunity for someone looking to kick-start their legal career within a successful and supportive law firm.

Are you a Law graduate looking to gain practical experience and build a career within Employment Law?

We are looking for an ambitious, organised and detail-oriented individual to join our client's Employment Law team in an entry-level Paralegal position.

Working alongside experienced solicitors and fee earners, you will provide administrative and paralegal support across a variety of employment law matters while developing valuable practical legal experience.

If you have completed your Law degree, are currently studying towards your LPC or SQE, or are looking for your first opportunity within a law firm, this could be an excellent next step.

Key Responsibilities - What You'll Be Doing

• Providing day-to-day administrative and paralegal support to the Employment Law team
• Assisting solicitors and fee earners with the preparation and progression of employment law matters
• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
• Assisting with the preparation of Employment Tribunal bundles and hearing documentation
• Carrying out legal research and summarising findings for the wider team
• Organising and maintaining accurate electronic and physical matter files
• Drafting routine correspondence and basic legal documentation under supervision
• Liaising professionally with clients, counsel, Employment Tribunals and other third parties
• Taking accurate notes during client meetings and internal discussions
• Monitoring key dates, deadlines and upcoming hearings
• Updating the firm's case management system and ensuring records remain accurate and up to date
• Supporting the team with employment-related documentation and client enquiries
• Providing general administrative support to ensure the Employment Law team operates efficiently
• Developing your knowledge of Employment Law and Employment Tribunal procedures through practical experience, training and ongoing support

What We're Looking For - Essential Skills & Experience

• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification, ideally with strong academic results
• Completed, currently studying or looking to complete the LPC or SQE
• Previous experience within a law firm, legal clinic, Citizens Advice or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential
• A genuine interest in developing a career within Employment Law
• Some understanding of legal processes and professional legal environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work effectively to deadlines
• Professional and confident approach when communicating with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work independently on allocated tasks while also contributing as part of a wider legal team
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop within Employment Law

Why Apply? - Benefits & Career Development

• Excellent working hours - Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Competitive benefits package
• Pension scheme and life cover
• Additional company leave benefits
• Regular team and social events
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Genuine opportunity to progress your legal career, with potential pathways towards qualification as a Solicitor

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Legal Career?

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Law graduate or aspiring legal professional looking to gain hands-on experience within Employment Law.

You will be joining an experienced team where you can develop your knowledge, gain practical exposure to employment matters and build the foundations of a long-term legal career.

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