Job title: Paralegal
The Role:
Rose Fendlen Law are seeking an ambitious Paralegal with a strong interest in Employment Law to join our growing team in Wigan.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with prior experience in a legal environment, whether in employment law or another area, who is eager to develop their skills and specialise in this rewarding field.
You will support solicitors and fee earners in managing a busy caseload of claimant employment law matters from inception through to conclusion. This is a paralegal role, but you will be trained and developed into a fully-fledged fee earner, managing your own cases with support from partners.
This role is an excellent stepping stone towards securing a training contract or qualifying through the CILEX route. An immediate start is available for the right candidate.
We operate a hybrid working policy, allowing 2 days per week working from home.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Assisting solicitors and fee earners with case preparation and legal research
* Drafting legal documents, letters, and witness statements
* Preparing court and tribunal bundles
* Managing client communications by phone, email, and in-person
* Liaising with third parties including ACAS, Counsel, and Respondent solicitors
* Organising case files, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring smooth case progression
* Attending Employment Tribunals and client meetings where required
* Over time, progressing to managing your own caseload under supervision
Experience required:
* Law degree (or equivalent legal qualification)
* Previous experience working in a legal environment (ideally 6+ months) desirable – doesn't need to be in employment law
* Strong interest in employment law
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 DOE, plus bonus
About us:
Rose Fendlen Law is a small but ambitious and fast-growing law firm based in Wigan. We are passionate about what we do and pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal advice in a supportive, modern environment.
Our work environment includes:
* Hybrid working (2 days per week from home)
* Modern office setting with parking
* Growth and career development opportunities
* Close collaboration with partners in a small, supportive team
* Ongoing training and mentoring
* Opportunity to learn Tribunal advocacy
* Company pension
* Bonus scheme
Summary:
* Paralegal / Trainee Employment Fee Earner
* Wigan based, with 2 days per week WFH
* Law degree required, prior paralegal/legal experience desirable
* Trained and developed into a fee earner role
* Excellent pathway to training contract or CILEX qualification
* Immediate start available
* Salary £25k – £30k DOE, plus bonus
STRICTLY NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Job Types: Full-time, Graduate
Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Greater Manchester WN1 1BA