Support Assistant – Trade Union Law Group

Manchester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join the fight for working people.
Thompsons Solicitors is looking for a driven and highly organised Support Assistant to join our renowned Trade Union Law Group (TULG).

If youre passionate about justice thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and want to be part of a team that stands shoulder to shoulder with trade unions this is your opportunity to make a real impact. You will work on some of the most exciting cases in the world of employment law and gain invaluable experience. The Team conducts litigation in all forums up to and including in the Supreme Court where it won three cases last year and advises on a wide range of industrial disputes.

What Youll Be Doing

Provide high-level executive support to team on a wide range of high profile legal cases.
Have client contact in the litigation process by email and over the phone.
Manage diaries and confidential communications
Coordinate internal and external events and marketing materials
Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the Unit

What Youll Bring

Legal administrative experience and strong organisational skills
Excellent communication and client care abilities
Confidence using Microsoft Office including excel and case management systems
A proactive adaptable attitude and empathy with the trade union movement

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme
23 days annual leave bank holidays
5 additional days off over Christmas
Permanent health insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Cycle to work scheme
Sports & social club
Annual travel & parking loans
Financial support for professional development

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Join the fight for working people. Thompsons Solicitors is looking for a driven and highly organised Support Assistant to join our renowned Trade Union Law Group (TULG). If youre passionate about justice thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and want to be part of a team that stands shoulder to s...