Employment Paralegal

A well-established and growing South Yorkshire law firm is seeking an Employment Paralegal / Fee Earner to join its busy Employment Law team based in Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious legal professional to develop their career within a specialist employment practice, working closely with experienced solicitors on a varied caseload of both claimant and respondent matters.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of employment law issues, supporting clients through all stages of employment disputes and advisory work.

The Role

As an Employment Paralegal / Fee Earner, you will be responsible for assisting with and, where appropriate, managing your own caseload of matters including:

• Discrimination and harassment claims
• Redundancy and restructuring matters
• Settlement agreements
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Employment law advisory work for employers and employees

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing files and progressing matters efficiently
• Drafting correspondence, witness statements and legal documents
• Conducting legal research and case analysis
• Liaising with clients, counsel, tribunals and third parties
• Attending client meetings and taking instructions
• Supporting senior fee earners on complex matters
• Maintaining accurate case management records and ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines

About You

Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience within employment law, either as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Fee Earner
• A sound understanding of Employment Tribunal procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and case management abilities
• A proactive and client-focused approach
• The ability to work independently whilst contributing to a collaborative team environment

Candidates with a Law Degree, LPC, SQE studies or equivalent legal qualifications are encouraged to apply, although relevant practical experience will be considered equally.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to join a respected regional practice with a strong reputation for client care and high-quality legal advice.

In return, the successful candidate can expect:

• High-quality employment law work
• Direct client contact and responsibility
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative working culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package