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Employment Paralegal

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You must have experience in Employment law.
  • You will manage client enquiries, support fee earners, ensure compliance, handle financials, maintain budgets, and provide legal and administrative assistance on various client matters.

Requirements

  • We are looking for those with experience within Employment law.

Responsibilities

  • Take the lead on the management of new client enquiries coming through
  • Support our fee earners with handling client matters, offering a high level of care
  • Ensure compliance with the National Practice Standards
  • Manage financial aspects of matters, including time recording, billing and debtor management
  • Enable both their own personal fee budget, along with supporting the fee earners with theirs
  • Provide legal and administrative support to fee earners on various client matters

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer a hybrid working model, requiring 2 days per week in the office.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in a flexible and agile working environment.

What is the holiday allowance?

You are entitled to 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 5 additional days.

Is there any support for professional development?

Yes, we provide support for continuous professional development including funding for professional qualifications and external training courses.

What benefits are included in the Employee Assistance Programme?

The Employee Assistance Programme offers access to free webinars for stress awareness and counselling sessions.

Does this position offer any health-related benefits?

Yes, we provide various health and wellbeing programmes, including gym discounts, private medical insurance, and access to an annual health check service via the Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App.

What kind of work will I be doing as an Employment Paralegal?

You will manage new client enquiries, support fee earners with client matters, handle financial aspects of cases, and provide legal and administrative support.

Is prior experience in Employment law required for this position?

Yes, we are looking for candidates with experience in Employment law.

Can I receive help with legal services?

Yes, we offer free legal help and discounted lawyer-led legal services to our employees.

Is there a pension plan available?

Yes, a workplace pension is included as part of the employment benefits.

Slater and Gordon is one of the UK’s largest law firms, providing you with easy access to world-class legal services.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1920
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Slater and Gordon is a prominent UK-based law firm specialising in providing legal services to individuals and businesses. The firm offers a wide range of services, including personal injury claims, family law, employment law, and commercial legal advice. Slater and Gordon’s ultimate mission is to deliver accessible, high-quality legal representation and support to clients, ensuring they receive expert advice and effective solutions tailored to their needs. The firm’s purpose is to advocate for justice and protect the rights of its clients, helping them navigate legal challenges with confidence and competence.