Employment Solicitor (Remote)

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their team. The role involves providing legal advice, conducting litigation, and supporting Council operations. The position may offer remote working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Attend and advise committees and panels as instructed.
• Provide general legal advice to Council Members and Officers.
• Conduct litigation on behalf of the Council.

Job description

Job Title: Employment Solicitor

We are seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join our team. The role may be remote, but discussions regarding the working arrangements will be held with the suitable candidate.

Responsibilities:

1. Attend and advise committees, sub-committees, and other groups and panels of the Council as instructed by the Director of Governance and Legal.
2. Provide general legal advice to Members of the Council, Officers, and associated bodies, companies, and organizations as directed.
3. Implement or facilitate the implementation of Council decisions related to legal matters, as allocated by the Director of Governance and Legal or relevant Operational Manager.
4. Conduct litigation on behalf of the Council, managing proceedings and acting as the Council’s advocate in courts, inquiries, hearings, and tribunals, including contested hearings.
5. Negotiate and draft contracts, agreements, and governance instruments.
6. Prepare legal documents and papers for proceedings and undertake statutory or administrative tasks required by the Council's Legal Services.
7. Handle disputes and complaints effectively.
8. Stay informed about legal developments and advise the Council through the Director of Governance and Legal Services accordingly.
9. Assist in providing comprehensive legal services to the Council.
10. Support senior staff and assist junior staff on legal issues.

This is a full-time, temporary contract role.