Human Rights Paralegal

About The Team

Our Human Rights department acts for individuals, groups, and organisations which bring challenges against public authorities (such as government bodies, local authorities, and agencies) in a range of areas such as civil liberties, human rights breaches, community care, and regularly acts in Inquest & Court of Protection cases.

About The Role

The successful candidate will work within a dynamic department that specializes in public law but brings a range of challenges against public bodies across different areas. The work will include issues of both domestic and international human rights law and work with both NGO and individual clients, including vulnerable individuals.

Application Process

Please return the following documents to jobs@leighday.co.uk by Monday 3rd March 2025, 11:59pm:

1. In one document: A copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter stating why you are interested in this role, your salary expectations, and applicable notice period.
2. A separate document: The completed application form.

Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients, and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills, and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and transgender status. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or recruitment process. There is an option to detail this on your application form; however, please just get in touch should you wish to discuss this prior to formally submitting an application. Please note all conversations or disclosures are treated in the strictest confidence.

Employee Benefits

• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker)
• 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Healthcare cash plan
• Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off
• Cycle to work scheme
• BUPA Private Health Insurance
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Free breakfast and lunch