Job Description
Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our award-wining, multinational HR & Employment Law services client in their search for a Litigation Executive, specialising in Employment Law.
We are looking for a bright, confident, legally-qualified individual with Employment Law experience, to work in a dynamic team and cover all aspects of case preparation. The role requires you to assist Clients with Early Conciliation and Tribunal matters by assuming conduct, from advising on merits of a case, drafting responses to exchanging witness statements as well as completing telephone preliminary hearings.
The ideal candidate will relish assuming responsibility for a caseload in a fast-paced but supportive team environment. The focus is on great client service, along with a firm commercial approach.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Reviewing Tribunal and Early Conciliation matters including complex open track matters.
Drafting of responses, witness statements and relevant applications.
Dealing with all aspects of document disclosure and creation of bundles.
Liaising with Tribunals, Claimants' representatives and clients.
Discussing merits of a case and achieving commercially favourable settlements.
Working alongside and supporting corporate clients as a dedicated Litigation Executive.
Conducting preliminary hearings by telephone.
In order to be considered for this opportunity it is essential that you have the following:
Law degree (or GDL) plus good experience and/or a professional qualification (LPC/BPTC)
A real commitment to helping clients through a difficult time.
A positive approach to a busy workload and team work.
A genuine passion for employment law and high attention to detail.
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