Employment Paralegal

Employment Paralegal

Employment Paralegal | Leading Law Firm | London

A highly regarded law firm is seeking an Employment Paralegal to join its established Employment team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Paralegal looking to develop their career within a respected practice, gaining exposure to a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The successful Employment Paralegal will work closely with experienced solicitors and partners, supporting a diverse client base that may include employers, senior executives and HR professionals.

The Employment Paralegal will benefit from hands-on involvement in client matters, legal drafting, case preparation and tribunal work, whilst developing their technical expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment.

You must have prior Employment Law experience to be considered for this role.

The Employment Paralegal's Role

The successful Employment Paralegal will support the Employment team across a varied caseload, assisting on matters ranging from day-to-day advisory work through to complex disputes.

Responsibilities will include preparing legal documents and correspondence, drafting employment contracts and settlement agreements, undertaking legal research, managing case files and supporting Employment Tribunal matters. The Employment Paralegal will also assist with disclosure exercises, bundle preparation, witness statements and client communications.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of employment law issues including disciplinary and grievance matters, discrimination claims, unfair dismissal, redundancy processes and employment documentation.

Alongside legal work, the Employment Paralegal will maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with internal procedures and contribute to the efficient running of the team.

The Employment Paralegal

The successful Employment Paralegal will ideally have:

• Previous Employment Law experience gained within a law firm

• Strong drafting and legal research skills

• Experience supporting contentious and/or non-contentious employment matters

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• The ability to manage multiple deadlines within a fast-paced environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• A professional and client-focused approach

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems

• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Employment Law

In Return?

• Exposure to high-quality Employment Law work

• Direct access to experienced solicitors and partners

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• A collaborative and supportive team culture

• Excellent long-term career prospects

• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Paralegal seeking high-quality work, genuine career development and the chance to join a successful Employment team in London.