Senior Employment Lawyer

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join a dynamic legal services team. This permanent, full-time position offers a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility while maintaining essential office interactions. You will provide expert legal advice on a variety of employment law issues, manage tribunal cases, and support local authorities in navigating complex legal landscapes. With a focus on inclusivity and support for diverse backgrounds, this role promises a rewarding career path with ample opportunities for professional growth. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Competitive Local Government pension scheme

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Legal Executive with substantial experience in employment law.
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide solutions-focused advice on Employment law matters to various entities.
• Manage Employment Tribunal cases and advise Council Members and Senior Officers.

Skills

Employment Law

Disciplinary Action

Grievances

Discrimination

Whistleblowing

TUPE

Exit Strategies

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Legal Executive

Job description

Senior Employment Lawyer
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid working
£59,868 - £65,755

About the Senior Employment Lawyer position:

Sellick Partnership is thrilled to be assisting a Local Authority in Surrey, who are looking to recruit a Senior Employment Lawyer on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, cohesive and flexible legal services team. This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with office attendance generally expected twice per week.

Responsibilities of the Senior Employment Lawyer will include:

• Providing solutions focused advice on Employment law matters to the Council, schools and Fire and Rescue service
• Providing advice on a range of matters, which may include disciplinary action, grievances, discrimination, whistleblowing, recruitment, restructures, TUPE and exit strategies
• Managing Employment Tribunal cases on behalf of the Council
• Advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council

Experience required for the Senior Employment Lawyer position:

• Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Legal Executive
• Substantial experience within employment law
• Experience of both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters

Benefits that come with the Senior Employment Lawyer role include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Competitive Local Government pension scheme
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements available
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more

How to apply for the Senior Employment Lawyer role:

For more information or to apply for the Senior Employment Lawyer role, please contact Laura Smith in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office. Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised and thus you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.