Paralegal Junior Consultant Employment Law

What you'll do

Summary


£39,600* up to £46,200* per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

We have an opportunity to join a hard-working, motivated and down to earth team.

This is an exciting and diverse role covering a wide range of legal matters. You’ll provide support to the employment law team in matters of Employment Law and support in the research of cases, preparing legal files, taking statements and updating cases to ensure deadlines are adhered to and stakeholders are up to date and informed. With your highly professional approach, you will demonstrate a common-sense approach and will have the knowledge, confidence, and skill to lead, influence and advise a range of stakeholders.

You will hold an integral role in coordinating contentious work, managing cases independently and supporting with the ensuring case file management, case research & document drafting.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What you'll do


Drafting and/or preparing key legal documents and bundles
Taking statements and coordinating the availability of witnesses
Ensuring cases are logged on our internal Case Mgmt tool
Providing case research for the Employment Law team
Monitoring and ensuring strict adherence to deadlines & case listings and/or orders
Supporting with the coordination of ACAS conciliation and employment tribunals
Ad-hoc tasks as and when required.

What you'll need


Experience in a law firm or equivalent
Proven experience in the field of Employment Law
CILEex certificate in law desirable, or alternative
Strong research skills
Strong work ethic and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to influence stakeholders, with strong communication and influencing skills
Exceptional organisational skills

What you'll receive


35 days holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Sabbatical
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme

Plus, more of the perks you deserve

*includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment