Employment Law Paralegal | New Role in Birmingham

Employment Law Paralegal

Birmingham | Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a well-established, forward-thinking law firm in Birmingham that is looking to strengthen its Employment team with the appointment of an Employment Law Paralegal.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who is ready to take ownership of their work and manage their own caseload, working closely with the wider team while having the autonomy to progress matters from instruction through to conclusion.

The firm works with both employers and employees, providing advice across a broad range of employment matters including disputes, settlement agreements, unfair and constructive dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, employment contracts, grievances and Tribunal matters.

The Role

You will take responsibility for your own caseload and provide high-quality legal and client support across a varied range of employment matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of employment matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Taking instructions from clients and developing a clear understanding of their circumstances and objectives
• Assisting with and progressing Employment Tribunal claims
• Preparing correspondence, statements, pleadings and other legal documentation
• Assisting with settlement agreements and negotiations
• Supporting matters involving unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, grievances and contractual disputes
• Carrying out legal research and providing support with case preparation
• Liaising directly with clients, opposing parties, ACAS, Tribunals and other relevant third parties
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring deadlines are met
• Providing regular updates to clients and ensuring a high level of client care
• Working closely with solicitors and colleagues while taking responsibility for the day-to-day progression of your own files

About You

We are looking for someone with a solid background in employment law who is confident managing their own workload and progressing matters with minimal supervision.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within an employment law team
• The ability to manage your own caseload effectively
• Strong knowledge of employment law and relevant procedures
• Experience dealing with employment disputes and/or Tribunal matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• A confident and professional approach when dealing with clients
• The ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work independently
• A genuine interest in developing your career within employment law

This role would suit a Paralegal, Employment Paralegal or Legal Executive who is looking for a position offering genuine responsibility and the opportunity to become an integral part of a growing legal team.

The Firm

You will be joining a modern and progressive law firm with a strong reputation for providing quality legal services to both individuals and businesses. The firm has a broad legal offering and places importance on professional development, client care and building a collaborative working environment.

Interested?

If you are an Employment Law Paralegal looking for a role where you can take ownership of your own caseload and develop your career within a supportive and ambitious firm, TSR Legal would love to hear from you.