Employment Lawyer

LAW Absolute; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer for an initial 3-month period to manage a caseload involving various employment law matters including discrimination and redundancy. The position offers a competitive pay rate and hybrid work flexibility. Candidates must possess a current practicing certificate and relevant experience, with availability to start on short notice.

Qualifications

• Experience in local government is highly advantageous.
• Available on no more than 2 weeks’ notice.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of both contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Advise on discrimination, equal pay, unfair dismissal, employment contracts, redundancy.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Discrimination law

Contract negotiation

TUPE regulations

Education

Current practicing certificate

Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX qualified

Job description

Overview

A local authority based in London is seeking an Employment Lawyer for an initial period of three months.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of both contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Advise on discrimination, equal pay, unfair dismissal, TUPE, employment contracts, redundancy, etc.

Requirements

• Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX) with a current practising certificate.
• Local government experience is highly advantageous.
• Available on no more than 2 weeks’ notice.

Contract & Hours

Pay rate: £24.58 or £32.50 LTD. 35 hours per week. Hybrid working role.

How to apply

To register an interest in the position, please send an updated CV to [e-mail]

Working through LAW Absolute

Working through LAW Absolute

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