Global Employment and Litigation Paralegal

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The opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Employment and Litigation Paralegal to join our Litigation Practice Group (LPG), reporting into the Global Lead Employment Counsel who is based in London. The role is full time and could be based out of any EY office in Europe, with flexibility regarding a hybrid working arrangement. The LPG is part of the EY Global Legal function (Global GCO) – a group of lawyers that advise on global strategy, policy and matters which affect the EY network of member firms. A key aspect of the role will be to support the Global Employment GCO team that provides strategic advice on a broad range of employment law and people related matters to support a workforce of 400,000+ people across 150 countries. Assistance will also be provided to the Global LPG leadership on litigation matters as outlined below. 
 

Your key responsibilities

• Supporting the development of Global Employment related policies, processes and change programs by coordinating and managing requests for employment law advice with local GCO teams across the global network of member firms. This includes tracking and analysing responses, requesting clarifications and ensuring that advice is practical and addresses the questions raised, preparing reports to share with key stakeholders to confirm advice including red flags and executive summaries. 
• Coordinating cross-border employment law support with multiple local GCO teams in respect of global transactions (outsourcing, managed services) where deadlines are often tight, including briefing documents and support with transaction documents (dependant on level of experience this may include proof reading and/or drafting support with supervision).
• Supporting internal investigations – assisting with the collation/review of documents, taking meeting notes, seeking updates to ensure matters are completed and closed.
• Conducting legal research on a variety of queries and matters. 
• Supporting the preparation of annual Modern Slavery statements for various global entities with a UK prescence.
• Providing support to the day to day running of the Global Employment Law Network, including managing contact lists, maintaining its recently refreshed intranet site, collating materials/facilitating information sharing, organising group update emails/calls.
• Assisting with Global Employment GCO training delivered to a variety of stakeholders including the Global Employment Law Network and Talent; including helping to draft PowerPoint presentations, speaking, managing attendee lists, technical support with delivery and recording.
• Tracking Global litigation holds.
• Updating and maintaining the Litigation intranet site.
   

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong team player who is both committed and flexible.
• Proactive attitude, curious and inquisitive and high degree of emotional intelligence 
• Demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics. 
• The ability to take ownership of matters, work with a good level of autonomy, exercise sound judgement and apply excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to deal with problems in a practical, structured and common sense way, with the ability to prioritse and work to deadlines.
• Interest and ability to positively team and collaborate effectively across geographic locations.
   

To qualify for the role you must have

• Law degree or non-law degree followed by GDL plus, ideally, LPC (or BPTC) in the UK (or local equivalent outside the UK).
• Previous experience as an employment paralegal or working in an employment team.
• Strong personal communication skills, including oral/written communication skills.
• Strong organisation, planning and project management skills.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Teams in particular) and the willingness to develop additional skills in order to develop/maintain LPG intranet sites.
   

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A basic understanding of European employment laws, particularly with regard to the laws implementing the Acquired Rights Directive. 
• Some experience of dealing with litigation related matters.
• High degree of cultural awareness.
• Experience of working in a global environment.
• Experience with working with a wide variety of stakeholders.
   

What we look for

A self-starter, adept at responding promptly/juggling deadlines who actively looks to build relationships based on trust and confidence.
 

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team. 

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