Employment Lawyer

Connect2Surrey; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect2Surrey is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer for a flexible 3‑month contract. The role offers hybrid working, with primary remote duties and occasional attendance at the Reigate office, at a rate of £55 per hour.

You will manage Employment Tribunal work from start to finish, liaise with ACAS on Early Conciliation, draft ET3s and tribunal documents, and provide practical, commercially minded advice to HR and management.

Qualifications

• Qualified as Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX in England and Wales
• Must hold a current practising certificate
• Significant employment law experience
• Previous Employment Tribunal case management experience
• Strong drafting, advocacy and advisory skills
• Ability to work independently while managing a varied caseload
• Local government experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Manage Employment Tribunal cases from start to finish on behalf of the Council
• Liaise with ACAS regarding Early Conciliation matters
• Draft ET3 responses and other tribunal documentation
• Represent the Council and provide advocacy at selected hearings
• Deliver practical, commercially focused employment law advice across employee relations matters
• Support HR and management teams with ad hoc employment law queries

Skills

Advocacy skills

Drafting

Advisory skills

Independent working

Employment law expertise

Local government experience

Education

Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX in England and Wales

Current practising certificate

Job description

Employment Solicitor / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer

£55 per hour | 3-Month Initial Contract | Hybrid Working | Local Authority

Are you an experienced Employment Lawyer looking for a flexible contract role where you can make an immediate impact within a respected local authority?

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) of England and Wales with a current practising certificate and strong employment law expertise. Experience working within a local government setting is highly desirable.

The Role

Joining a welcoming and collaborative legal team, you will provide expert employment law support across a diverse range of matters, helping the organisation navigate complex workforce issues with confidence and professionalism.

• Managing Employment Tribunal cases on behalf of the Council from start to finish


• Liaising with ACAS regarding Early Conciliation matters


• Drafting ET3 responses and other tribunal documentation


• Representing the Council and providing advocacy at selected hearings


• Delivering practical, commercially focused employment law advice across a broad range of employee relations matters


• Supporting HR and management teams with ad hoc employment law queries

About You

• Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) in England and Wales


• A current practising certificate


• Significant employment law experience
  
• Previous Employment Tribunal case management experience


• Strong drafting, advocacy and advisory skills


• The ability to work independently whilst managing a varied caseload


• Local government experience (highly desirable)

Contract Details

• Location: Primarily remote with occasional office attendance by agreement


• Office Base: Reigate


• Rate: £55 per hour


• Contract Length: Initial 3-month contract


• Hours: 28-36 hours per week, worked across a minimum of 4 days

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded local authority team, working on interesting and meaningful employment law matters while benefiting from flexible hybrid working arrangements. You'll enjoy a varied caseload, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a genuine impact from day one.

Connect2Surrey is a trading style of Surrey & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Surrey County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Surrey is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business.

If you're an experienced Employment Lawyer ready for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.