Apprentice Paralegal

Working as part of a busy employment law team, the successful candidate will also be supported to complete a Paralegal Apprenticeship (Level 3) with a specialist training provider.  The apprenticeship will take around 21 months and will include a minimum of 6 hours per week in "off the job" training.  

Main Duties

Paralegal support to the Employment Law team. This role is designed to provide a foundational experience and training for a candidate who is interested in working towards a paralegal qualification Management of a caseload of employment litigation with supervision Management of Early Conciliation process, including advising HR and the wider Mitie business on risks, strengths and weaknesses Supporting the management of relationships with external law firms, including developing close support and ensuring timely payment of invoices Analysis and assessment of ET claims data and dialogue with the business Continuous improvement and process optimisation Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements and other legal documents Reviewing letters and other communications Responding to and advising on ad hoc employment law questions received from HR and carrying out legal research General legal support for all lawyers in the employment team Working closely with members of the Human Resources team to foster best practice 

Training:

As part of your apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Level 3 Paralegal qualification. You will be fully supported by our partners to achieve this qualification by having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office. 

Training Outcome:
Joining Mitie means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the passion to make a difference We're here to help you kick off your career with purpose, passion, and plenty of support

Employer Description:
At Mitie, we’re the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. We deliver critical services that power businesses, communities, and individuals across the nation. Joining Mitie means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the passion to make a difference. We’re here to help you kick off your career with purpose, passion, and plenty of support.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative