Employment Counsel

Origin Legal; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international legal recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Employment Counsel to take on a varied workload focused on contentious and non-contentious employment matters. This role requires significant experience advising executive clients and strong advocacy skills, particularly in a commercial law environment. The position offers an attractive tax-efficient salary, comprehensive benefits, and a relocation package, attracting those seeking a unique living opportunity in Bermuda's picturesque setting.

Benefits

Attractive low-tax salary

Comprehensive benefits and bonus

Relocation package

Qualifications

• Significant experience with high-calibre clients in employment law.
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Knowledge of immigration matters related to Bermudian regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead on varied contentious workload including court work.
• Advise clients on non-contentious employment matters.
• Stay updated on developments in immigration regulations.

Skills

Advising high-value employer/executive clients

Strong advocacy experience

Education

Qualified in the UK or equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction

At least 8 years PQE (minimum 3 years for work permit)

Job description

Employment Counsel – Bermuda

It’s not often that a role arises for a senior employment lawyer to make an offshore move, so if you’re pondering a complete change of scene, but don’t wish to compromise your career or your earning potential, this one is worth a look.

Our client is searching for someone with the experience and gravitas to command the confidence of high-calibre clients, both employers and senior executives. You will take a lead on a varied workload that leans towards the contentious side, including all related court work and tribunals, but still involves non-contentious advisory work on a wide array of employment matters. In addition, you will also advise clients on the full gamut of immigration matters, so you will need to gain knowledge of, and then stay up to date with, developments in Bermudian immigration regulations.

This is a busy role with plenty of scope for growth, and it will suit someone who is passionate about their work but craves a different environment, not only outside of the office but also in terms of the firm’s culture.

Requirements

• Significant experience of advising high-value employer/executive clients, gained with a respected commercial law firm in the UK/Australia/NZ/Canada or in an offshore financial centre.
• Strong advocacy experience (court / tribunal).
• Non-Bermudian lawyers must be admitted in the UK or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa).
• Likely to suit someone with at least 8 years’ PQE (minimum 3 years’ PQE required for work permit).

Package

• Attractive low-tax salary, negotiable depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits and bonus.
• Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance).

Process

• Interviews will take place by videoconference
• Start dates negotiable - typically around 3-6 months later (depending on your notice period).
• Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.

Bermuda

Bermuda offers you the opportunity to live and work in one of the most sought-after locations on the planet. The island benefits from a mild year-round climate, never too cold in the winter and rarely too hot in the summer. It is famed for its picture-postcard pink sand beaches and crystal-clear ocean, but it also has plenty of history and boasts all the attractions associated with a luxury holiday destination. And if you should need a break from island life, with regular direct flights to London, New York and other parts of the US, it is particularly well connected.

Origin Legal International

Our team has 25 years’ experience of helping lawyers to make international and offshore moves. If you would like to find out more about this role or chat about an overseas move in general, please get in touch.