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.