Global Employment Counsel (Interim, 10 Months)

Elevate Legal Talent

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Elevate is seeking an interim Employment Counsel to join an established in-house legal team for a 10-month assignment in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on complex employee relations, disputes, and litigation, with involvement in global employment law projects and policy reviews.

The successful candidate will monitor regulatory developments expected January 2027 and help the business prepare for emerging legal requirements while delivering pragmatic, commercially minded advice to HR and

Qualifications

Qualified lawyer with at least 5 years PQE in employment law.
In-house or commercial environment experience preferred.
Experience advising on grievances, disputes, and litigation.
Experience supporting policy reviews and international employment law projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

Advise on employment grievances, complex employee relations matters, disputes and litigation.
Provide pragmatic, commercially focused employment law advice to HR teams and business stakeholders.
Support the harmonisation of Terms of Business (TOBs) across the organisation.
Conduct a global review of LGBTQ+ policies, identifying inconsistencies and recommending improvements.
Monitor employment law developments and support preparations for regulatory changes.
Contribute to global employment law projects and policy initiatives.
Manage competing priorities and provide flexible legal support in a fast-paced environment.