Graduate Litigation Executive

Job Description

Graduate Litigation Executive - Employment Law

Location: Hinckley
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Ideal candidate: LPC Graduates with an Employment Law elective/module

Are you an LPC graduate looking to launch your legal career with hands-on litigation experience and a clear pathway for professional progression?

Portfolio is proud to exclusively represent a leading HR andamp; Employment Law services provider in their search for a Litigation Executive. Sitting within a busy, highly established team, this office-based role offers the perfect environment to transition your academic knowledge into practical expertise.

You will guide corporate clients through the complexities of Employment Tribunal claims, managing cases from early conciliation through to resolution.

The Role andamp; Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Graduate Litigation Executive, you will handle office-based representation and case management for a variety of Employment Tribunal (ET) matters. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Pleadings andamp; Arguments: Drafting and entering robust pleadings, ensuring all relevant legal arguments are clearly presented.
• Case Preparation: Managing interlocutory matters in accordance with tribunal rules, including handling document disclosure and meticulously preparing court bundles.
• Advocacy andamp; Representation: Effectively representing clients in early conciliation matters and attending ET preliminary hearings as required.
• Client Advisory: Providing clear, appropriate advice to business owners regarding tribunal risks and maintaining strong, proactive communication.
• Settlement Negotiations: Evaluating case merits, negotiating settlements, and drafting formal settlement agreements on behalf of clients.
• Risk Management: Following strict departmental operating procedures and identifying potential case risks ("red flags") early.
• Commercial Support: Collaborating with sales and marketing teams to identify opportunities for additional consultancy revenue and hit lead-generation targets.

What You Bring to the Team

We are looking for an analytical, detail-oriented, and confident individual who is eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment. To be successful, you must have:

• Qualifications: An LPC graduation (or equivalent professional legal qualification).
• Knowledge: A demonstrable, keen interest in Employment Law (such as choosing an Employment Law module or elective during your studies).
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to maintain strong working relationships with staff and corporate clients.
• Drive: A positive attitude toward continuous learning, active participation in internal training days, and excellent time-management skills.

What's in it for You? (Benefits andamp; Perks)

Our client is dedicated to employee development and well-being, offering a top-tier corporate benefits package:

Work-Life Balance andamp; Health

• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (increasing after 2 and 5 years' service).
• An extra day off for your birthday.
• Healthcare Cash Plan covering you and your children.
• Private Medical Insurance (after 5 years' service) andamp; Contractual Sick Pay.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and a Free On-site Gym.

Financial Rewards andamp; Future Planning

• Profit Share Scheme and a holiday season bonus (after 3 years' service).
• Pension Plan andamp; Life Insurance (with increased employer contributions after 5 and 7 years).
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work schemes.
• Regular company incentives and exclusive corporate discount schemes.

To Apply

If you have the relevant qualifications and are ready to kickstart your litigation career, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV, highlighting your Employment Law modules, and we will be in touch!

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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.