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Apprentice Employment Law Assistant - Birmingham

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience with Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to organize your work. HR knowledge is a plus but not required.
  • You will manage employment tribunal processes, support early conciliation, maintain case databases, handle whistleblowing reports, process requests, and assist HR teams with administrative tasks.

Requirements

  • Experience of Microsoft Office including Teams, Outlook and Excel.
  • Self-motivated with an ability to effectively plan, prioritise, and organise own work.
  • Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills both written and oral.
  • Knowledge of HR procedures is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • Employment Tribunal processing & administration including new file creation, obtaining documents from internal stakeholders, allocation of claims, diary management, bundle creation and pagination, and other related tasks as required.
  • Administration assistance for Early Conciliation matters as required including alternative point of contact for ACAS and allocation of cases in the absence of the ELC.
  • Maintenance of the central case database ensuring all new ET and EC cases are logged and updated regularly via weekly updates from the EL team.
  • Processing of UK&I whistleblowing reports including allocating new cases to the ER Specialist team, updating and closing cases in line with Group requirements and ensuring any issues, non-compliance matters, or high-risk cases are escalated to the ELA as required.
  • Processing of Subject Access Requests in line with GDPR requirements.
  • Processing of Helping Hands applications.
  • Processing of signed COT3 and Settlement Agreements ensuring compliance with associated terms.
  • Maintenance of the central team mailbox ensuring ad hoc email queries are answered or diverted accordingly.
  • Ad hoc assistance to the EL and wider HR teams as required.

FAQs

What is the salary for the Apprentice Employment Law Assistant position?

The salary for the Apprentice Employment Law Assistant position is £26,308 annually.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at 24 Parklands, Parklands Court, Birmingham Great Park, Rubery B45 9PZ.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for this position are 40 hours per week, from Monday to Friday.

Is there an age requirement for applying to this apprenticeship?

Yes, candidates must be aged 18 or older due to contractual requirements.

What kind of responsibilities will I have as an Apprentice Employment Law Assistant?

Your responsibilities will include employment tribunal processing, administration for Early Conciliation matters, maintenance of a central case database, processing whistleblowing reports, Subject Access Requests, and other related tasks.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include experience with Microsoft Office, self-motivation, effective planning and organization, excellent accuracy and attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Knowledge of HR procedures is desirable but not essential.

Will I have the opportunity to complete a qualification while working?

Yes, you will have time allocated to work towards completing the Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship.

What benefits does Compass Group UK&I offer employees?

Compass Group UK&I offers a comprehensive benefits package, including exclusive travel discounts, discounts on grocery shopping, access to a Digital GP, cinema ticket discounts, cash rewards, wellness and exercise classes, a contributory pension scheme, and more.

Is previous experience in a legal role necessary for this apprenticeship?

No previous experience in a legal role is necessary; however, knowledge of HR procedures is desirable.

Can I expect opportunities for career progression within the company?

Yes, Compass Group UK&I invests in its people and offers opportunities for career progression within the company.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1941
Founded Year

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