Job Description
Employment Law Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Based at Home
Competitive Salary
P4B Law is a well-established boutique law firm based in South Wales and is seeking an Employment Law Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join its highly regarded and well-established team. Working primarily from home with occasional on-site client attendance you will strengthen our current team of employment lawyers.
This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with experienced lawyers on a broad mix of employment matters within a firm known for its high-quality client base and friendly, collaborative culture. We are an ‘employer only’ practice, limiting our advice to businesses.
You will assist in delivering clear, practical advice across the full range of employment issues, manage matters with appropriate supervision, drafting documents and supporting senior colleagues on complex cases and advisory work.
You will support in advising on day-to-day and strategic matters, including disciplinary and grievance issues, dismissals, redundancy and reorganisation, performance and capability, discrimination and whistleblowing, restrictive covenants, settlement negotiations and agreements, ACAS conciliation, Employment Tribunal claims, drafting HR letters and drafting/reviewing workplace contracts and policies.
The role will suit an individual with strong technical foundations, excellent communication skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach.
You will support our legal team whilst also taking ownership of key aspects of files.
The role will include:
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* Supporting lawyers on contentious and non-contentious employment matters
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* Providing legal advice to clients with the appropriate level of supervision
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* Advising clients on HR issues
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* Drafting legal documents including contracts, policies and settlement agreements
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* Assisting with Employment Tribunal matters and case preparation
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* Conducting legal research
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* Liaising with clients, counsel and third parties
The firm is seeking an experienced and proactive individual with a background in employment law and/or HR who is confident working within a fast-paced environment.
You will have:
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* A minimum of 2 years' experience within employment law
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* Strong understanding of employment law
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* Confidence drafting employment documentation and correspondence
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* Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively
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* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
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* Excellent communication and client facing skills
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* Located in South Wales or the South West of England would be desirable but not essential.
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In Return
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* High-quality work and a genuinely varied client base
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* Close mentorship and hands-on training
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* Supportive, friendly culture with a true team ethos
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* Competitive salary
This role offers top-quality work, real responsibility and a more personal, flexible environment.
Interested? Apply now for a confidential discussion. And if you’re close but not quite a perfect match on paper, please don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re happy to consider potential and would love to hear from you.