Paralegal - Discrimination

Stephensons Solicitors LLP; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in the UK is seeking a motivated individual to support their Discrimination team. This role involves advising clients on discrimination matters, assessing claims, and assisting solicitors in complex cases. Candidates should have a law degree or relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and a keen interest in discrimination law. The firm supports career growth with a range of benefits, including flexible working and a well-being package. Apply now to join a dedicated team!

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being package

Competitive salary

Free parking

Life Assurance

Social events & clubs

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Calm under pressure and confident in challenging situations.
• Demonstrated interest in discrimination and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Support and advise clients on discrimination and employment issues.
• Assess merits of potential discrimination claims.
• Assist with Employment Tribunal and Civil discrimination procedures.

Skills

Excellent organisation

Strong research skills

High standard of communication

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree (2:1 or above) or relevant legal work experience

Job description

You will be supporting our specialist Discrimination team by taking and managing initial enquiries, assessing the merits of new matters, and assisting solicitors in the progression of complex discrimination cases. Your work will span both Employment Tribunal and Civil discrimination matters, helping clients navigate often sensitive and challenging situations in a cost‑effective and supportive way.

Responsibilities

• Attending and advising clients predominantly on discrimination issues and wider employment matters where appropriate
• Taking and processing new instructions
• Assessing the merits of potential discrimination claims and advising clients accordingly
• Drafting clear and accurate advice documents
• Managing Legal Help enquiries
• Assisting with both Employment Tribunal and Civil discrimination procedures
• Providing guidance and support to other staff where required
• Supporting solicitors with effective case management, including:
  • Drafting pleadings, statements and letters of claim
  • Preparing instructions to counsel
  • Arranging and attending conferences and hearings
  • Assisting with protocol steps and advocacy preparation
  • Handling funding documentation and document requests
• Recording and managing work in progress and ensuring time is accurately captured
• Meeting chargeable and non-chargeable hour targets under supervision
• Carrying out administrative duties as appropriate
• Complying with client care and complaints procedures to minimise negligence risk and maintain regulatory standards

What makes this role great? This is an exciting opportunity to join a knowledgeable, specialist and well-respected Discrimination team, where you will be exposed to a wide range of interesting and meaningful cases. You'll work closely with experienced solicitors, developing core legal skills, gaining hands‑on experience, and building a strong foundation for a long‑term career in discrimination and employment law.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Highly adaptable and flexible
• Able to work independently or collaboratively
• Calm under pressure and confident when dealing with challenging matters
• Committed, hard‑working and discreet
• Approachable, patient and polite
• Genuinely interested in discrimination and employment law

Essential

• Law degree (2:1 or above) or relevant legal work experience
• Excellent organisation and time‑management skills
• Strong research skills
• High standard of written and verbal communication, including a professional telephone manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated interest in discrimination and/or employment law

Desirable

• Experience working or studying in discrimination, employment, or civil litigation

Stephensons is an award winning, top 150 law firm who has been accredited as a Sunday Time Best Place to Work 2025, with a strong commitment to the future growth and development of the business. With an ambitious mind set, yet approachable and down to earth attitude, Stephensons provides an exciting place for long term career development and progression. Whilst we do look for highly motivated and driven individuals, we also have a strong commitment to work life balance and flexibility.

We also look for individuals who embody our brand values: approachable, flexible, inclusive, resilient, and supportive.

Hours

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

We also offer:

• Are you a law graduate looking for an exciting, new opportunity?
• Or are you an experienced paralegal looking to accelerate in your career?
• How would you like to work within our expert Discrimination team?
• What about working for a well‑respected, Sunday Times 'Best Place to Work' and Investors in People Gold firm who genuinely cares about your career and development?
• Flexible working arrangements
• Agile/remote working
• Well‑being package inc (financial, physical, mental and dietary health support)
• Free parking
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
• Holiday sale & purchase scheme
• Season ticket & travel support
• Payroll giving scheme
• Social events & clubs
• Internal referral scheme
• Retail vouchers/cashback schemes
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme