Ad hoc Employment Lawyer (Remote/hourly)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to work on an ad hoc basis. The role involves handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including drafting contracts and advising on compliance issues. Ideal for candidates looking for flexible, remote work while contributing to diverse cases in employment law.

Qualifications

• Experience in contentious and non-contentious employment matters is essential.
• Ability to draft employment contracts and negotiate settlements.
• Knowledge of HR compliance and tribunal advice.

Responsibilities

• Assist on an ad hoc basis with employment law matters.
• Draft employment contracts and negotiate agreements.
• Advise clients on grievance and disciplinary processes.

Skills

Contentious employment matters

Non-contentious employment matters

Drafting employment contracts

Negotiating entry and exit packages

Advising on grievance processes

HR compliance

High court enforcement

Job description

Ad hoc Employment Lawyer (Remote/hourly), Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Major, Lindsey & Africa

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

A boutique law firm specializing in Employment law is seeking an interim Employment Lawyer to assist on an ad hoc basis, with potential for a permanent position.

The firm comprises former City lawyers and handles a steady pipeline of work, including approximately 10 settlement agreements weekly. They also undertake broader projects such as employee due diligence for larger organizations.

The ideal candidate should have experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including drafting employment contracts, negotiating entry and exit packages for senior employees, settling agreements, advising on grievance and disciplinary processes, HR compliance, dismissal advice, employment tribunals, restrictive covenants, breach of confidence, and high court enforcement.

This role is fully remote within the UK and can be structured on an ad hoc hourly basis or day rates.

If interested, please apply for further details.