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Litigation Paralegal - Employment Law, Manchester
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Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: c855cf851e8c
Job Views: 25
Posted: 12.08.2025
Expiry Date: 26.09.2025
Job Description:
Portfolio is proud to exclusively represent our award-winning, multinational HR & Employment Law services client in their search for a Litigation Executive, specialising in Employment Law. In this role, you will handle case preparation before Employment tribunals, working on behalf of business owners to assess tribunal matters, create court bundles, witness statements, etc. Candidates should be educated to LLb level, with Employment Law knowledge and litigation experience. In return, you will gain extensive knowledge of Employment Law across industries and excellent progression opportunities. The role also supports SQL qualification, counting towards legal work experience.
Job Purpose:
Assist clients with Employment Tribunal matters, including advising on case merits, drafting responses, exchanging witness statements, and conducting preliminary hearings.
Job Overview:
We seek a confident, legally qualified individual, preferably with employment law experience, to work in a dynamic team covering all aspects of case preparation. The ideal candidate will handle a caseload in a fast-paced, supportive environment, emphasizing excellent client service, a commercial approach, and strong communication skills.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
* Assess Tribunal and early conciliation matters
* Draft pleadings, witness statements, and applications
* Manage document disclosure and bundle creation
* Liaise with Tribunals, Claimants’ representatives, clients, and ACAS
* Advise on case prospects and settlements
* Conduct preliminary hearings by telephone
What You Bring to the Team:
* Law degree (or GDL) plus litigation experience and/or LPC/BPTC qualification
* Strong commitment to client support during challenging times
* Positive attitude towards workload and teamwork
* Passion for employment law and attention to detail
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