Our paralegals assist in the management/running of our litigation, including specific tasks such as calculating losses, attending on clients, witnesses, undertaking legal research, attending tribunals, the EAT, etc. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to get involved with all aspect of the employment rights team, including assisting on/potentially managing straightforward employment advice and/or representation matters, such as, unfair dismissals and wages claims etc, under supervision. As well as knowledge of Employment Law and Employment Tribunal (ET) Procedure, we are looking excellent communicators who thrive in a supportive team environment and can work on their own initiative. Together with a degree in Law or a related qualification, we are looking for highly organised creative thinkers who can demonstrate an empathetic and persuasive approach to client care in a legal environment. Contributory pension scheme ~ Permanent health insurance ~ Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) ~ Life assurance ~23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays) ~5 days additional leave over Christmas ~ Employee Assistance Programme ~ Enhanced maternity and paternity pay ~ Cycle to work scheme ~ Annual travel and parking loans ~ Financial assistance for professional development For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised. the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972 the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993) hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019). Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change. We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.
Law Firm Administrator in Manchester employer: Thompsons Solicitors
Thompsons Solicitors is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for a Business Analyst to thrive. Located in the vibrant city of Leeds, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through continuous learning and development opportunities. Our commitment to improving client experiences while fostering a dynamic team environment ensures that every employee can make a meaningful impact in their role.
