Litigation Paralegal - Employment Law

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our award-wining, multinational HR & Employment Law services client in their search for a Litigation Executive, specialising in Employment Law.

We are looking for a bright, confident, legally-qualified individual with Employment Law experience, to work in a dynamic team and cover all aspects of case preparation. The role requires you to assist Clients with Early Conciliation and Tribunal matters by assuming conduct, from advising on merits of a case, drafting responses to exchanging witness statements as well as completing telephone preliminary hearings.

The ideal candidate will relish assuming responsibility for a caseload in a fast-paced but supportive team environment. The focus is on great client service, along with a firm commercial approach.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Reviewing Tribunal and Early Conciliation matters including complex open track matters.
• Drafting of responses, witness statements and relevant applications.
• Dealing with all aspects of document disclosure and creation of bundles.
• Liaising with Tribunals, Claimants' representatives and clients.
• Discussing merits of a case and achieving commercially favourable settlements.
• Working alongside and supporting corporate clients as a dedicated Litigation Executive.
• Conducting preliminary hearings by telephone.

In order to be considered for this opportunity it is essential that you have the following:

• Law degree (or GDL) plus good experience and/or a professional qualification (LPC/BPTC)
• A real commitment to helping clients through a difficult time.
• A positive approach to a busy workload and team work.
• A genuine passion for Employment Law and high attention to detail.

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