Growth-Focused Employment Paralegal (Flexible Work)

QED Legal LLP; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible place of work

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Rewards and discounts platform

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

QED Legal LLP is seeking an Employment Paralegal in Nottingham to join a specialist employment law team. You will support lawyers with practical advice, draft documents, and help manage client matters in a fast-paced, people-first culture.

You will hold a qualifying law degree and have an interest in employment law, with strong attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication. The firm offers flexible working and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Hold a qualifying law degree (LLB, GDL, LPC or equivalent).
• Completed an employment law elective or gained relevant practical experience.
• Detail-oriented, organised; able to work confidently under guidance and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communicator with a commercial mindset.
• Enthusiastic, proactive; eager to build a career within employment law.
• Team-focused and personable; contribute to a growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Support employment lawyers in delivering high-quality, practical legal advice to clients.
• Produce written advice and guidance for day-to-day client queries; identify best advice and solutions.
• Review and draft employment contracts, handbooks, and policies; identify areas for improvement and compliance.
• Assist in preparing client documentation, tribunal bundles, and other employment law materials.
• Draft weekly email updates in the firm's straight-talking, commercial tone for clients.
• Onboard new clients with lawyers to ensure they are set up for success from day one.
• Contribute to project-based and retained client work; develop understanding of employment law in business contexts.
• Collaborate with clients in sectors such as builders' merchants and industry suppliers.
• Report to and receive mentorship from the Head of Legal Team for career progression.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organised

Written & verbal communication

Team-focused

Education

LLB / GDL / LPC or equivalent

Job description

QED Legal LLP is seeking an Employment Paralegal in Nottingham to join a specialist employment law team. You will support lawyers with practical advice, draft documents, and help manage client matters in a fast-paced, people-first culture.

You will hold a qualifying law degree and have an interest in employment law, with strong attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication. The firm offers flexible working and opportunities for progression.