Employment Counsel (In House | Retail Sector)

Taylor Root; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global retail brand in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to ensure HR compliance and manage legal risks. This role involves developing employment policies, advising on UK employment law, and leading investigations. The ideal candidate will be a UK-qualified solicitor with strong knowledge of employment and HR regulations. This position offers a full-time, hybrid work model with various perks.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare benefits

Additional holiday and birthday off

Flexible benefits including EV scheme

Gym membership and onsite perks

Qualifications

• UK-qualified solicitor required.
• Strong knowledge of employment and HR laws essential.
• International exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement employment policies.
• Conduct audits for compliance.
• Advise HR on employment law.
• Draft and update policies.
• Lead investigations related to employee relations.
• Collaborate on employment-related claims.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

HR laws and regulations

Investigative experience

Employee relations

Education

UK-qualified solicitor with post-qualification experience

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

✨ 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.