Entry level Law / Paralegal

Entry-Level Employment Law Paralegal / Law Graduate Opportunity
Windsor area
£25,400 + excellent benefits and career development
Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fantastic opportunity for someone looking to kick-start their legal career within a successful and supportive law firm.
Are you a Law graduate looking to gain practical experience and build a career within Employment Law?
We are looking for an ambitious, organised and detail-oriented individual to join our client’s Employment Law team in an entry-level Paralegal position.
Working alongside experienced solicitors and fee earners, you will provide administrative and paralegal support across a variety of employment law matters while developing valuable practical legal experience.
If you have completed your Law degree, are currently studying towards your LPC or SQE, or are looking for your first opportunity within a law firm, this could be an excellent next step.
Key Responsibilities – What You’ll Be Doing
* Providing day-to-day administrative and paralegal support to the Employment Law team
* Assisting solicitors and fee earners with the preparation and progression of employment law matters
* Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
* Assisting with the preparation of Employment Tribunal bundles and hearing documentation
* Carrying out legal research and summarising findings for the wider team
* Organising and maintaining accurate electronic and physical matter files
* Drafting routine correspondence and basic legal documentation under supervision
* Liaising professionally with clients, counsel, Employment Tribunals and other third parties
* Taking accurate notes during client meetings and internal discussions
* Monitoring key dates, deadlines and upcoming hearings
* Updating the firm's case management system and ensuring records remain accurate and up to date
* Supporting the team with employment-related documentation and client enquiries
* Providing general administrative support to ensure the Employment Law team operates efficiently
* Developing your knowledge of Employment Law and Employment Tribunal procedures through practical experience, training and ongoing support
What We’re Looking For – Essential Skills & Experience
Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification, ideally with strong academic results
Completed, currently studying or looking to complete the LPC or SQE
Previous experience within a law firm, legal clinic, Citizens Advice or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential
A genuine interest in developing a career within Employment Law
Some understanding of legal processes and professional legal environmentsExcellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracyGood organisational and time-management skills
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work effectively to deadlines
Professional and confident approach when communicating with clients and colleagues
Ability to work independently on allocated tasks while also contributing as part of a wider legal team
Enthusiasm to learn and develop within Employment Law
Why Apply? – Benefits & Career Development
* Excellent working hours – Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
* Competitive benefits package
* Pension scheme and life cover
* Additional company leave benefits
* Regular team and social events
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Genuine opportunity to progress your legal career, with potential pathways towards qualification as a Solicitor
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Legal Career?
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Law graduate or aspiring legal professional looking to gain hands-on experience within Employment Law.
You will be joining an experienced team where you can develop your knowledge, gain practical exposure to employment matters and build the foundations of a long-term legal career.
If you're looking for that important first step into a law firm and have a genuine interest in Employment Law, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Keywords: Law Graduate, Employment Law, Employment Paralegal, Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Graduate, Solicitors, LPC, SQE, Qualifying Work Experience, Legal Clinic, Citizens Advice, Employment Tribunal.
What You Need to Do Now
If this sounds like the role for you, don't wait – apply today with your up-to-date CV.
If it's not quite right for you but you know someone perfect, refer them to us and receive a £100 voucher when they're placed and pass their probation period (terms apply). Visit our website to read more about our Double the Reward scheme.
Due to the high number of applications, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
A Little More About Us
We are Top Flight Recruitment Ltd (trading as Uxbridge Employment Agency and Windsor Employment Agency) and act as an Employment Agency when advertising permanent roles and as an Employment Business when advertising temporary or contract roles.
All vacancies are advertised with written instruction from our clients. Where salaries or rates of pay are quoted, the nature of the work, location, and minimum experience, training or qualifications required are stated within the advert.
We never charge fees to work-seekers, and all recruitment is carried out in line with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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