Job Description
Employment Paralegal – Nottingham -Heavy Hybrid– Unique Opportunity- £23,000 to £27,000The Firm This Nottingham-based boutique employment law practice advises large business clients across the UK, providing clear, practical and commercially focused advice on workplace matters. The firm has built a strong reputation for its straight-talking approach and works closely with organisations to help them navigate complex employment issues. It is also an excellent place to grow your career, with a collaborative team environment where junior members are encouraged to develop their skills and pursue the areas of work that interest them most. The firm genuinely cares about recognising and utilising the strengths of its people, helping individuals build a career path that aligns with their talents. Have you been looking for a role where you can gain real exposure to employment law while working with large commercial clients? And would you enjoy being part of a team that invests in your development and encourages you to build your own path within the firm?The Role • Supporting solicitors in preparing advice and guidance in response to day-to-day employment law queries from clients • Reviewing employment contracts, identifying areas for improvement and assisting with drafting updated contractual documentation • Assisting with the preparation of practical employment law advice for large business clients across the UK • Drafting weekly email updates on developments in employment law, maintaining a clear, commercial and straight-talking style • Supporting the onboarding of new clients and ensuring they are set up effectively to receive advice from the team • Conducting legal research and assisting with a wide range of employment law matters • Working closely with experienced employment lawyers in a specialist environmentYou • Hold a qualifying legal qualification such as an LLB, GDL, LPC or equivalent • Have achieved, or be predicted to achieve, at least a 2:1 classification or equivalent • Have studied employment law as part of your degree or legal training, or have gained relevant experience in this area • Demonstrate strong written communication skills and attention to detail • Have a genuine interest in employment law and developing your career in this field • Be organised, proactive and comfortable working in a collaborative team environmentBenefits • Heavy hybrid working – 3 days working from home and 2 days in the office • Opportunity to work with large business clients across the UK • Exposure to high quality employment law advisory work • A supportive and collaborative team environment • Excellent opportunities for career development and progression • Pension contributions • Life assurance If you're looking to start or develop your career in employment law within a firm that genuinely invests in its people, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Apply online or speak directly with Toby Ryan at QED Legal for a confidential discussion about the role.