In-House Employment Solicitor in Essex (Hybrid Working) - Chelmsford, England

Ten-Percent.co.uk; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced In-House Employment Solicitor to provide expert legal advice on employment law matters. The role involves supporting the management of complex people issues and ensuring legal compliance, with hybrid working options available. Applicants must hold a valid practising certificate and have at least five years of relevant experience, ideally in a Respondent practice. The position is full-time and offers a salary range of £50,000 to £55,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience handling employment tribunal cases.
• Valid practising certificate required.
• Experience in a Respondent or predominantly Respondent practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert legal advice on employment law matters.
• Support management of complex people issues.
• Ensure legal compliance and reduce litigation risk.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Strong communication skills

Advisory skills

Education

Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive qualification

Job description

In-House Employment Solicitor in Essex (Hybrid Working) (JO9852)

Reference

JO9852

Job Location

United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Essex -- Chelmsford

Job Type

Permanent

Posted

Thursday, October 9, 2025

A regional Police force is looking for an employment lawyer to work in their in‑house legal department at their Chelmsford HQ. Please note, agile/hybrid working will be on offer for this role.

Applicants should be qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive, with a valid practising certificate and a minimum of five years' experience handling employment tribunal cases, ideally within a Respondent or predominantly Respondent practice.

The main purpose of the role is to deliver expert, timely, and strategic legal advice on employment law matters within the policing context, supporting the force in managing complex people issues, ensuring legal compliance, reducing litigation risk, and enhancing internal capability through training, policy development, and continuous professional development.

The role will be full‑time, permanent and salary will be 50k to 55k depending on experience.

Full job description available on request.