Are you a law graduate looking to kickstart your career?
Are you eager to put your studies into practice and gain invaluable experience?
Do you want to and expand your depth of knowledge and work alongside our award winning employment law & discrimination team?
What about working for a resilient and inclusive law firm who are committed to you and your and development?
Would you like the flexibility to work from home and join your colleagues in our office in Wigan.
About the role
To take and deal with initial enquiries regarding discrimination matters, support and assist fee earners in the progression of the resulting case files.
What makes this role so great?
Here at Stephensons we are one firm working together, with each other for others. We have cultivated a fantastic recipe of a down to earth, friendly ethos, blended with professionalism.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a graduate paralegal to dive deep into the world of employment law and discrimination. You will gain extensive knowledge and support from our expert employment law and discrimination team.
You will deal with both Employment Tribunal and Civil Discrimination cases.
You
First we ask that you have a genuine interest in this area of law, you will also need to have a Law Degree or relevant work experience.
About the team
Our Employment and Discrimination team are a down to earth and friendly department who pride themselves on being approachable, genuine and plain speaking, all whilst maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
The team have substantial experience in all types of discrimination claims and help a significant number of employees to resolve extremely complex issues daily.
About us
Stephensons is an award winning, top 150 law firm with a strong commitment to the future growth and development of the business. With an ambitious mind set, yet approachable and down to earth attitude, Stephensons provides an exciting place for long term career development and progression. Whilst we do look for highly motivated and driven individuals, we also have a strong commitment to work life balance and flexibility.
What else can we offer you?
- Agile/remote working
- Well-being package (inc financial, physical, mental and dietary heath support)
- Free parking
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
- Holiday sale & purchase scheme
- Season ticket & travel support
- Payroll giving scheme
- Social events & clubs
- Internal referral scheme
- Retail vouchers/cashback schemes
- Early monthly pay scheme
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Savings Schemes
