Job Description

Salary of 26,500 per annum

Progression route to qualification

Hybrid & Flexible working available

Our client is a fast-growing commercial law firm with a specialist employment law offering, providing bespoke legal services to a broad client base. They are known for their modern, client-first approach and for creating a supportive, flexible environment where people can develop and progress.

They are now looking to recruit an Employment Paralegal to join their busy Employment team in Liverpool. Respondent focused, this role is ideal for someone looking to build a career within employment law, with exposure to high-quality work and a genuine pathway towards qualification; with the majority of their training contracts being recruited from their internal staff.

The Role

Day-to-day, your responsibilities will include:

Supporting solicitors with legal research, drafting advice notes and assisting with general case management Preparing ET3 responses and supporting Employment Tribunal litigation Assisting on a wide range of employment matters, including contracts, policies, disciplinary and grievance issues, and investigations Preparing hearing bundles, managing files and handling key administrative tasks Attending client meetings, taking notes and supporting the development of strong client relationships Gaining exposure to elements of your own caseload as you progress

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Has previous experience in employment law (ideally respondent focused) Is organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple tasks Is keen to learn, develop core legal skills and progress within a commercial firm

What's in it for You

Salary of 26,500 per annum 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell leave Hybrid and flexible working options Health and wellbeing benefits Day-to-day support from experienced solicitors and mentors Exposure to high-quality employment work from day one Clear development opportunities, with many paralegals progressing into trainee solicitor roles

Interested?

If you're interested, hit that apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you have previous employment law experience? There are opportunities in the following locations; Manchester, Liverpool, or Chorley. Do you live within a commutable distance of any of those locations? Do you, or will you in the future, require visa sponsorship? As this isn't something my client is able to offer.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Liverpool