Employment Counsel (In House | Retail Sector)

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing global brand in the retail sector is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join their team in a hybrid role based in the Midlands, UK. You will be responsible for shaping HR compliance and managing legal risks across various jurisdictions. Ideal candidates are UK-qualified solicitors with strong employment law knowledge and a collaborative mindset. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous perks including a performance-based bonus, healthcare benefits, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare benefits

25 days holiday + birthday off

Flexible benefits (EV scheme, dental)

Gym membership & onsite perks

Qualifications

• UK-qualified solicitor with post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR laws.
• International exposure in private practice or in-house.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and implement employment policies.
• Conduct audits of policies to ensure compliance.
• Advise HR on UK employment law.
• Draft and update policies across jurisdictions.
• Lead investigations and support employee relations.
• Collaborate on employment-related claims.

Skills

Strong knowledge of employment law

Risk-based approach

Experience in investigations

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

Job description

Employment Lawyer (In-House)

📍 Hybrid – Midlands, UK

💼 Full-time | Permanent | Retail Sector

🔥 Ready to make an impact? Join a fast-growing global brand as our Employment Lawyer, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping HR compliance and managing legal risk across multiple jurisdictions. If you thrive in dynamic environments and want to influence how employment law is applied in a global business, this is your opportunity.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

✨ Culture of Belonging – We celebrate individuality and create an environment where everyone feels included.

✨ Innovation at Heart – We’re not just a company; we’re a movement shaping the future of our sector.

✨ Growth Mindset – Your development matters. We invest in learning and career progression.

✨ Wellbeing First – From mental health support to fitness perks, we care about the whole you.

What You’ll Do

• ✅ Develop, update, and implement employment policies ensuring compliance with UK labour laws and international regulations.
• ✅ Conduct audits of policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice.
• ✅ Advise HR & leadership on UK employment law.
• ✅ Draft and update policies across multiple jurisdictions.
• ✅ Lead investigations and support employee relations.
• ✅ Collaborate with HR on employment-related claims, litigation, and regulatory inquiries.
• ✅ Deliver training and monitor compliance trends.

What You’ll Need

• ✔ UK-qualified solicitor with post-qualification experience.
• ✔ Strong knowledge of employment law, HR laws and regulations.
• ✔ International exposure (private practice or in-house).
• ✔ Experience in investigations, employee relations, settlements & drafting employment contracts and policies.

Nice to Have

• Experience in retail or consumer sectors.
• Agile, risk-based approach and curiosity about global labour laws.

Perks You’ll Love

• ✨ Performance-based bonus.
• ✨ Healthcare benefits.
• ✨ 25 days holiday + birthday off.
• ✨ Flexible benefits (EV scheme, dental, tech, cycle-to-work).
• ✨ Gym membership & onsite perks.

✅ Ready to take the next step? Apply today and help us shape the future of our global team. Your expertise will make a real difference.

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