Paralegal - Employment & DSAR Discovery (Leeds)

DAC Beachcroft LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking a Paralegal specializing in employment law. The role involves managing complex document activities, conducting first-level reviews of data subject access requests, and preparing legal submissions. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and relevant experience in an employment team. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to work with prestigious clients in the financial and health sectors.

Qualifications

• Good academic record with a 2.1 in Law or a related subject.
• Experience working as a paralegal within an employment team.
• Familiarity with e-disclosure tools preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking document management activities for complex cases.
• Conducting first level review of data subject access requests (DSARs).
• Collation, redaction, and indexing of documents for production.
• Liaising with clients' IT/discovery management personnel.
• Drafting applications to Employment Tribunals.

Skills

Good academic record with a 2.1 in Law or related subject

Previous experience as a paralegal within an employment team

Confident communicator

Close attention to detail

Education

2.1 degree in Law or related subject

Job description

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking a Paralegal specializing in employment law. The role involves managing complex document activities, conducting first-level reviews of data subject access requests, and preparing legal submissions. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and relevant experience in an employment team. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to work with prestigious clients in the financial and health sectors.