3 Month Contract With A Local Authority
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Employment Lawyer to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice on all aspects of employment law supporting the organisation in managing employment matters mitigating risk and ensuring compliance with employment legislation. This role requires a strong understanding of workplace law excellent advisory skills and the ability to manage complex employment issues effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and guidance on all employment law matters including contracts policies disciplinary procedures grievances redundancy and employee relations issues.
Support management and HR teams in handling complex employment disputes tribunals and litigation.
Draft review and negotiate employment contracts settlement agreements and other employment-related documentation.
Keep the organisation updated on changes to employment law and advise on best practice.
Conduct risk assessments on employment-related issues and recommend mitigation strategies.
Represent the organisation in tribunals mediations and negotiations as required.
Develop and deliver training to managers and HR teams on employment law and compliance matters.
Assist with internal investigations ensuring compliance with legal regulatory and organisational standards.
Requirements
Qualified solicitor or barrister with significant experience in employment law.
Proven track record in advising on a wide range of employment issues.
Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and case law.
Excellent drafting negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide pragmatic legal advice in a timely manner.
Experience in-house or within a local government/public sector environment.
Experience representing clients in employment tribunals.
Knowledge of employment policies procedures and HR practices within large organisations.
Additional Information
3 Month Contract With A Local AuthorityAbout the Role We are seeking a skilled and proactive Employment Lawyer to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice on all aspects of employment law supporting the organisation in managing employment matters mitigating risk...
3 Month Contract With A Local Authority
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Employment Lawyer to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice on all aspects of employment law supporting the organisation in managing employment matters mitigating risk and ensuring compliance with employment legislation. This role requires a strong understanding of workplace law excellent advisory skills and the ability to manage complex employment issues effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and guidance on all employment law matters including contracts policies disciplinary procedures grievances redundancy and employee relations issues.
Support management and HR teams in handling complex employment disputes tribunals and litigation.
Draft review and negotiate employment contracts settlement agreements and other employment-related documentation.
Keep the organisation updated on changes to employment law and advise on best practice.
Conduct risk assessments on employment-related issues and recommend mitigation strategies.
Represent the organisation in tribunals mediations and negotiations as required.
Develop and deliver training to managers and HR teams on employment law and compliance matters.
Assist with internal investigations ensuring compliance with legal regulatory and organisational standards.
Requirements
Qualified solicitor or barrister with significant experience in employment law.
Proven track record in advising on a wide range of employment issues.
Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and case law.
Excellent drafting negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide pragmatic legal advice in a timely manner.
Experience in-house or within a local government/public sector environment.
Experience representing clients in employment tribunals.
Knowledge of employment policies procedures and HR practices within large organisations.
Additional Information
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