Paralegal

Company:  CV-Library
Location: Camberley
Closing Date: 09/11/2024
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Our client is looking for a Paralegal to join their Employment Law team in Camberley. The role will focus on supporting solicitors with both employment disputes and advisory matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented individual to gain hands-on experience and contribute to a dynamic legal team. Key Responsibilities: * Case Management Support: Assist in managing a caseload of employment law matters, including drafting correspondence, preparing employment tribunal bundles, and handling legal documentation. * Client Communication: Liaise with clients, witnesses, and third parties to gather relevant information, providing updates as necessary and supporting client queries in a professional and timely manner. * Legal Research: Conduct legal research on employment law topics, case law, and regulations to support solicitors in case preparation and strategy development. * Document Drafting: Draft legal documents such as employment contracts, settlement agreements, grievance and disciplinary procedures, and employment tribunal claims. * File Management: Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is correctly filed, stored, and compliant with firm and legal requirements. * Administrative Support: Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks such as managing appointments, tracking deadlines, and preparing court documents. Experience and Skills Requirements: * Employment Law Experience: Previous experience as an Employment Law Paralegal, or a strong interest in pursuing a career in employment law, is essential. * Legal Knowledge: Good understanding of employment law, including statutory rights, contracts of employment, and employment tribunal procedures. * Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external parties. * Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using case management systems, document management software, and Microsoft Office applications. * Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment. * Proactive and Detail-Oriented: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail. * Legal Qualifications: A law degree or paralegal qualification is desirable but not essential. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted
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