Employment Paralegal

Role: Employment Paralegal / Caseworker

Gemini Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a large and established law firm that provides expert legal services to both corporate organisations and private individuals across more than 25 practice areas. With offices throughout London and across England and Wales, our client has built an exceptional reputation for delivering outstanding legal services and client care.

Recognised and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, this top-tier firm is now seeking a Employment Paralegals to join its highly regarded Employment Department.

The Employment team advises both employees and employers on a wide range of employment law matters and represents clients in Employment Tribunals, County Courts, and the High Court. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor to develop their expertise within a supportive environment, working alongside experienced Employment Law specialists on high-quality and varied matters.

Duties and responsibilities

• Report directly to the Department Director.
• Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs
• Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Employment cases including all types of Discrimination claims; Unfair Dismissal; Redundancy; TUPE; negotiating Settlement Agreements; Mediation; Breach of Contract; Conduct matters and matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy
• Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases
• Dealing with correspondence
• Maintaining accurate time costing procedures
• Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly
• Ensuring compliance with file management.

Experience and qualifications

• Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of Employment Law
• A strong academic background with a Law degree
• Legal experience as an Employment Paralegal/Advisor
• Clear understanding and application of Employment Laws
• Business acumen and the ability to market the Company
• Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance
• Committed team player, self -motivated and professional
• Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Support for relevant legal accreditations and professional recognition.
• Exposure to high-quality and diverse employment law work.
• Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced legal professionals.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Company culture

Gemini Recruitment specialises in connecting exceptional legal professionals with some of the UK's most recognised and respected law firms. We are proud to partner with an award-winning, top-tier practice that is renowned for its supportive culture, commitment to employee development, and dedication to delivering outstanding client service.

The firm offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals are valued, supported, and encouraged to progress their careers. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, professional excellence, and continuous learning, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join a leading legal practice and become part of a team committed to achieving the highest standards.

The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and all applicable employment legislation. Successful applicants may be subject to background screening, including DBS checks, to establish eligibility to work in the UK and suitability for the role.