Paralegal Employment
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Milton Keynes - UK
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Job Summary
Department/Division:Legal Delivery Centre
Duration:Permanent
Reports to:Team Leader
Type of Role:Remote
Reference number: 10669
TheDepartment
Our Legal Delivery Centre (LDC) is a flexible and scalable paralegalteam who supportallour UKIrelandand Middle East offices across the full spectrum of legal services. Meeting theever-increasingdemands for disaggregated legal services the LDC offers an exciting opportunity for development and the chance to undertake chargeable work that is varied innovative and engaging.
Dentons is embracing the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route to qualification. Not only can your work experience count towards Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) but for suitable internal applicants we are also offering a unique opportunity for development including financial sponsorship through an enhanced2 yearprogrammewhich isdesigned to provide the business with a pipeline of quality talent whilst ensuring that the experience and training gained by the paralegal is comparable to the more typical training contract note theQualiFLYprogramme is a separate process to this job application.
In the LDC we are keen to continuouslyinnovateand youwill use legal technology and AI tools to support delivery improveconsistencyand reduce manual processes. We are therefore looking for someone curious about new ways of working comfortable learningnew technology and interested in how AI can be used responsibly to enhance legal service delivery.
This role is well suited to someone looking to build strong legal experience within an innovative delivery environment working alongside experienced lawyers with structured training and development.
The Role
This isa great opportunityto join a growing team that is integral to the firms strategy whilstbenefitingfrom being able to work virtually and flexibly. We welcome applications from across the UK for those seeking an alternative experience.
We are presently looking for a bright enthusiasticand experienced employmentparalegal to join ourLDC team with a focus on supporting our firmsalternative legal delivery team Dentons Helix.
The LDCis a focused resource supportingthe DentonsHelixteam acrossall ofour UKIrelandand Middle East offices with the full breadth of their time to time there will be the opportunity to undertake work across the full spectrum of legal service areas. An opportunity to liaise with all business areas the LDC offers extensive exposure across the firm and to some of the firms major clients.
Whilst this is a virtual role with no expectation or requirement that you attend any of our office locations other than for business criticalor wellbeingneeds for those who would like to experience the office environment and meet our hybrid teams there is the opportunity to attend ourUKoffices - London Milton Keynes Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Responsibilities
You will work as part of a team to deliver afirst classservice to our types of claims include unfair dismissal redundancy discrimination and newly established ways of working including an increased emphasis on technological solutions. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members tooperatewith a degree of independence.
It is essential that candidates are team players and committed to developing personally and professionally. A determination to deliver high-quality focused services to our clients is essential as ismaintainingand developing client relationships.
The successful candidate will be someone with energy and enthusiasm working hard to provide the highest levels of service whilst at the sametime valuinghaving fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team.
Required experience skills and attributes
- Minimum 1 years employment law experience preferably within private practice.
Demonstratable experience supporting Employment Tribunal litigation on the respondent/employer side. Claimant-only experience will not be suitable.
Practical experience supportingEmployment Tribunal claims frominitialinstruction through to hearing with a good understanding of employment litigation processes and procedures.
Strong working knowledge of employment claims includingunfair and wrongful dismissal redundancywhistleblowingand discrimination.
Experience supporting key stages of litigation includingPreliminary/Case Management Hearings disclosure Judicial Mediation Final Hearings and Remedy Hearings.
Strong experience inEmployment Tribunal bundle preparationdisclosureand document management.
Ability to draft review and amend legal documents includingwitness statements Tribunal submissions employmentcontractsand settlement agreements.
Experience communicating withEmployment Tribunalsand liaising withCounsel including obtaining availability and fees booking Counsel preparinginstructionsand coordinating hearing papers.
Excellentorganisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters prioritise competing deadlines and work effectively under pressure whilemaintainingaccuracy and attention to detail.
StrongMicrosoft Office skills particularly WordExceland Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence liaising withFee Earners Partners clients Counsel and Tribunals.
Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of tasks use initiative and progress matters independently while knowing when to seek guidance.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while managingallocatedmatters independently.
Flexibleadaptableand client-focused with a commitment to providing a responsiveefficientand high-quality service.
A strong academic record including adegree or equivalent is preferred.
Firm Profile
Across more than 80 countries Dentons helps you grow protect operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric purpose-driven and committed to inclusion diversity equity and sustainability we focus on what matters most to you.
Inclusion and Diversity
We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity
Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation gender identity nationality neurotype disability or with parental or caring responsibilities. We are also Happy to Talk Flexible Working and welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements.
Dentons is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates with a disability may choose to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme. We will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Where application volumes are high we may offer interviews to those who best meet the minimum criteria consistent with our approach for all candidates.
During the application process all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.
If you have any questions about this or the role criteria please email .
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
If you are interested in applying for this position we welcome direct applications via our careers page but if you have any questions beforehand please email . Enquiries only please applications will not be accepted via email.
Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business nor will we accept any associated terms of business.
About Company
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