Employment Paralegal

Posted Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 23:59 About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you? Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year. Join Our Team: Employment Paralegal We’re excited to welcome a new Employment Paralegal to join our Legal directorate. Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Working Hours & Location This role follows 37 hours, Monday to Friday working pattern. Flexible working arrangements will be considered. The vacancy will be offered on a remote working basis, with a requirement to attend our main hub spaces as and when required. Role Overview Supporting the legal team in the effective and efficient conduct of employment related legal matters within the Trust. Key Responsibilities Support the Senior Employment Lawyer with a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. Draft standard documentation such as employment contracts, policy documents and letters under supervision. Assist with Employment Tribunal case preparation, including document review and filing deadlines. Monitor progress of legal matters and liaise with internal stakeholders and external solicitors as required. Maintain accurate legal files and records using document management systems. Undertake legal research. Build and maintaining a precedent library. Assist with administrative duties including scheduling meetings, managing diaries, and preparing meeting summaries. Support other senior lawyers in the team as required. Work in accordance with the legal team support framework in delivery of legal advice to the wider Trust teams. Ensure compliance with team procedures, confidentiality obligations, and data protection requirements About you You’ll have experience of working as a paralegal in the field of employment, regulatory law or commercial litigation. Detail-oriented and proactive, with excellent organisational and communication skills, you’re comfortable building relationships, managing multiple deadlines and handling confidential information with professionalism. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems, with a client-focused approach and the ability to support a wide range of legal activities. Desirable: Legal qualification (or working towards one) and familiarity with Employment Tribunal processes and employment law. You’ll also be committed to upholding safe, compliant working practices. Skills & Qualifications Essential: Paralegal or legal advisor experience, specialising in employment law or other transferable practice area Excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and organisational ability Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems Professional and client-focused approach Commitment to ethical, safe and inclusive working practices Desirable: Law degree, GDL, LPC/SQE preparation, or equivalent legal qualification or experience Familiarity with Employment Tribunal or other legal procedures Understanding of UK employment legislation Experience drafting legal documents We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Contact & Application If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at CRT.recruitment@canalrivertrust.org.uk. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy once we receive enough suitable candidates. What We Offer We offer an annual salary of £30,500. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits. For a full breakdown of our benefits, check out our brochure here:EVP - 1. Learn more: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us/our-benefits #INDMP Our values We care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments - whether for a disability, neurodiversity, or health condition - please let us know what you need and how we can support you. We’ll work with you to make any necessary changes. All of our jobs can be considered on a part time, flexible or job share basis. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. You are considered disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. We recognise not everyone who is classified as disabled under the Equality Act personally identifies this way, or with this definition of disability. Please do not let this discourage you from applying under the scheme. At Canal & River Trust, we are committed to fair, transparent, and ethical recruitment practices. As part of our hiring process, we may use AI to analyse applications and support us work more efficiently. However, all hiring decisions – without exception - are made by our hiring managers. Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Find out more about us on our website: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us