Employment Lawyer

Service Care Solutions; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Plymouth is seeking an ambitious Employment Lawyer to provide legal advice on Employment Law and represent the Council at tribunals. This 12-month hybrid contract offers professional development opportunities and requires 1-3 years of experience in Employment Law.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Professional development and training

Referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of PQE in Employment Law.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior local authority experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle your own Employment law caseload from start to completion.
• Advise on TUPE and a broad range of other employment issues.

Skills

Employment Law

Advocacy

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister

Job description

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Service Care Solutions is currently working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Plymouth, which needs an ambitious Employment Lawyer to join their team. As an Employment Lawyer, you will be responsible for providing legal advice in relation to Employment Law, policy, and governance. You will also be appearing as an advocate for the Council in Court and at tribunals.

ROLE: Employment Lawyer - local authority

LOCATION: Plymouth - hybrid

CONTRACT LENGTH: 12-month contract

Key Responsibilities

• Handle your own Employment law caseload from start to completion
• Deal with matters in relation to Employment Law regarding both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Advise on TUPE and a broad range of other employment issues for clients

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with experience in Employment Law (1-3 years of PQE)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This role does not require you to have prior local authority experience!
• Weekly pay
• Professional development and training

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.