Employment Paralegal

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Nottingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£27,000 / year
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Employment law knowledge Legal research Drafting employment contracts Written communication Attention to detail Organizational skills Client onboarding Legal qualification (LLB/GDL/LPC)

FULL DESCRIPTION

Employment Paralegal – Nottingham – Heavy Hybrid – Unique Opportunity – £23,000 to £27,000

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring an Employment Paralegal in Nottingham. Full-time, hybrid (3 days WFH, 2 in office). Salary £23,000–£27,000 per year.

Description

This Nottingham-based boutique employment law practice advises large business clients across the UK, providing clear, practical and commercially focused advice on workplace matters. The firm has built a strong reputation for its straight-talking approach and works closely with organisations to help them navigate complex employment issues. It is also an excellent place to grow your career, with a collaborative team environment where junior members are encouraged to develop their skills and pursue the areas of work that interest them most. The firm genuinely cares about recognising and utilising the strengths of its people, helping individuals build a career path that aligns with their talents.

The Role

  • Supporting solicitors in preparing advice and guidance in response to day-to-day employment law queries from clients
  • Reviewing employment contracts, identifying areas for improvement and assisting with drafting updated contractual documentation
  • Assisting with the preparation of practical employment law advice for large business clients across the UK
  • Drafting weekly email updates on developments in employment law, maintaining a clear, commercial and straight-talking style
  • Supporting the onboarding of new clients and ensuring they are set up effectively to receive advice from the team
  • Conducting legal research and assisting with a wide range of employment law matters
  • Working closely with experienced employment lawyers in a specialist environment

You

  • Hold a qualifying legal qualification such as an LLB, GDL, LPC or equivalent
  • Have achieved, or be predicted to achieve, at least a 2:1 classification or equivalent
  • Have studied employment law as part of your degree or legal training, or have gained relevant experience in this area
  • Demonstrate strong written communication skills and attention to detail
  • Have a genuine interest in employment law and developing your career in this field
  • Be organised, proactive and comfortable working in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

  • Heavy hybrid working – 3 days working from home and 2 days in the office
  • Opportunity to work with large business clients across the UK
  • Exposure to high quality employment law advisory work
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Excellent opportunities for career development and progression
  • Pension contributions
  • Life assurance

If you're looking to start or develop your career in employment law within a firm that genuinely invests in its people, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Apply online or speak directly with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] for a confidential discussion about the role. Contact email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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