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Capsticks LLP

3mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Legal
  • Leeds

Requirements

  • A 2:1 undergraduate degree;
  • Ideally an LPC or BVC qualification (LPC would be preferred but is not essential)
  • Strong IT skills;
  • Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines;
  • Good written skills;
  • Good administration skills; and
  • Good communication skills;
  • Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate at interview:
  • Are well organised;
  • Have good attention to detail;
  • Are able to work well under pressure;
  • Are proactive; and
  • Are self-motivated

Responsibilities

  • The main role and responsibilities will involve working to a chargeable hours target, helping the solicitors in all aspects of their casework including (although, this is not an exhaustive list):
  • general case management including managing documents and preparing bundles for Tribunal hearings;
  • assisting fee earners in preparing witness evidence;
  • Drafting general correspondence and documents;
  • Preparing and drafting reports to the client;
  • Proof reading documents;
  • Undertaking research;
  • Liaison with clients, claimants, counsel and Tribunals; and
  • Collating and analysing evidence received in order to advise the client.
  • Supervision, support and relevant training will be provided although the successful applicant will also be encouraged, where appropriate, to use their own initiative.

Application Process

  • As part of the interview process there will be a written test, details of which will be provided to those candidates the firm calls for interview; and the firm is only able to respond to candidates we call for interview.

FAQs

What kind of clients do you work with in this role?

We work with large NHS Trusts, social housing associations, emergency services clients, including various Police forces, and other public sector organizations.

What type of work do you typically handle in this role?

We handle a range of employment law matters, including defending complex Employment Tribunal cases, advising on TUPE transfers, re-structuring exercises, shared services arrangements, industrial action, and covid-19 response, as well as providing pensions advice.

What is the focus of your team's expertise?

Our team is dedicated to working for clients in the public sector, with a focus on achieving the best strategic and commercial outcomes for them. We have expertise in supporting clients in the areas of employment law and pensions.

How many Employment Tribunal cases does your team handle each year?

Our team handles hundreds of Employment Tribunal cases each year, ranging from unfair dismissal to multi-day discrimination and whistle blowing cases.

What makes your team stand out in handling employment law matters?

We have an excellent track record in successfully defending complex Employment Tribunal cases and providing high-quality advice to our clients in the public sector. Our work is often high profile and cutting edge, and we are known for achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

Capsticks LLP

Delivering results that matter.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1979
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Capsticks is widely known for its specialist understanding of health, housing and social care. Our work and expertise in these complementary areas give us a unique insight into the challenges that they face, particularly as the delivery of their services becomes increasing integrated. Whether we're working in the public, private or third sector, guiding policy or using our expertise in the commercial arena, you name it, we know it inside out.