Employment Legal Counsel

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Express Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading organisation in their search for an experienced Employment Legal Counsel to join their expanding Legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well established, forward thinking environment, providing comprehensive employment law advice across both contentious and non contentious matters.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior colleagues and play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation through a period of transition, as the legal team evolves into a full service in house department.

This permanent position offers a competitive salary of up to c£56k DOE, alongside an excellent benefits package including generous pension contributions (14.5% employer contribution), 33 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, and a flexible hybrid working model based in Milton Keynes, working 2 days a week in the office.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on all areas of employment law, both contentious and non contentious
• Manage Employment Tribunal cases from start to finish, instructing external counsel when appropriate
• Advise on employee relations, disciplinary, grievance and capability matters
• Support the drafting, reviewing, and updating of employment policies, procedures, and contracts
• Work collaboratively with HR and leadership teams to deliver practical, risk based solutions
• Contribute to training initiatives across the business to enhance understanding of employment law and compliance obligations
• Assist in managing relationships with external legal advisors and stakeholders

Skills and Experience

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years' post qualification experience in employment law
• Strong background in handling employment matters within a large or complex organisation, ideally in house
• Proven experience in managing Employment Tribunal cases independently
• Excellent understanding of employment legislation and HR best practice
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels
• Self sufficient and proactive, with the ability to prioritise a varied and demanding workload

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, "exceeding expectations every time" of over 267,000 candidates.

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Vacancy Summary

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all applicants due to the high volume of responses we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an Employment Agency. The services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.