In House Counsel- Employment

Marsden International Legal Search Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Employment Counsel to join their dynamic legal team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a global tech business, providing legal advice on a wide range of employment law matters while collaborating with senior leaders and HR teams. You'll play a crucial role in developing HR policies, advising on TUPE implications, and managing employee relations issues. If you're a practical, solution-oriented lawyer with a strong background in employment law, this role offers a competitive salary and the flexibility of a hybrid working model. Join a fast-paced environment where your expertise will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Strong understanding of UK and international employment law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on employment law matters globally.
• Support HR in handling employee relations and grievances.
• Lead on employment law aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

Skills

Employment Law

Legal Advice

HR Policies Development

Employee Relations

Mergers and Acquisitions

TUPE Implications

Training Delivery

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Senior Employment Counsel - 6+ pqe - London

Our client is an impressive growing global tech business.

They seek a Senior Legal Employment Counsel to work with the dynamic legal team in London. You will be a key member of their truly international legal team, working collaboratively with senior leaders and HR teams on a range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters across the global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide practical legal advice to senior leadership, HR, and operational teams on a wide spectrum of employment law matters, both in the UK and globally.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures across various jurisdictions.
• Advise on TUPE implications for outsourcing projects, restructuring, and international expansion.
• Support senior leaders in handling employee relations matters, including grievances, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Lead and collaborate on employment law aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and due diligence.
• Deliver training to HR business partners and managers on key employment law issues.
• Stay informed on legislative and regulatory changes and their impact on the business.
• Manage relationships with external counsel and drive cost-effective legal solutions.

About You:

• You have 6+ years of post-qualification experience in employment law, ideally gained in-house or within a leading law firm.
• You have a strong understanding of both UK and international employment law.
• You are a practical, solution-oriented lawyer with a proven track record of working with senior business leaders.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable handling complex legal issues across multiple jurisdictions.

You will be offered a competitive in-house salary and benefits. You will be able to work on a hybrid basis with only 4 days in the office. This is an exciting time to join this fast-paced space.

HOW TO CONTACT US
Please APPLY and attach your CV and/or contact KATE BRAMWELL or JAMES HERBERT of the In-house team at Marsden for a confidential discussion about this role and any other in-house roles.

Marsden Group is an experienced global recruitment consultancy with a personal touch, extensive industry experience, and an understanding of the significance of managing your career.

All applications will be reviewed and a consultant will be in touch if we can assist you. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.