Express Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading organisation in their search for an experienced Employment Legal Counsel to join their expanding Legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well-established, forward-thinking environment, providing comprehensive employment law advice across both contentious and non-contentious matters.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior colleagues and play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation through a period of transition, as the legal team evolves into a full-service in-house department.
This permanent position offers a competitive salary of up to c£56k DOE, alongside an excellent benefits package including generous pension contributions (14.5% employer contribution), 33 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, and a flexible hybrid working model based in Milton Keynes, working 2 days a week in the office.
Skills & Experience
- Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with a post-qualification experience in employment law
- Strong background in handling employment matters within a large or complex organisation, ideally in-house
- Proven experience in managing Employment Tribunal cases independently
- Excellent understanding of employment legislation and HR best practice
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels
- Self-sufficient and proactive, with the ability to prioritise a varied and demanding workload
- Provide expert advice on all areas of employment law, both contentious and non-contentious
- Manage Employment Tribunal cases from start to finish, instructing external counsel when appropriate
- Advise on employee relations, disciplinary, grievance and capability matters
- Support the drafting, reviewing, and updating of employment policies, procedures, and contracts
- Work collaboratively with HR and leadership teams to deliver practical, risk-based solutions
- Contribute to training initiatives across the business to enhance understanding of employment law and compliance obligations
- Assist in managing relationships with external legal advisors and stakeholders
Job Location
Milton Keynes
Up to c£57,000 per annum D.O.E + benefits
Job Type and Hours
Permanent, Full-Time
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