Employment Solicitor (Remote)

Employment Solicitor (Remote) needed, £23.55ph PAYE - Reference: RQ

We are looking for an employment Solicitor.

This role may be remote; we will discuss this with suitable candidates.

1. Attend and advise committees, sub-committees, and panels of the Council as instructed by the Director of Governance and Legal.
2. Provide legal advice to Council Members, Officers, and related bodies as directed.
3. Implement or facilitate the implementation of Council decisions related to legal matters.
4. Conduct litigation on behalf of the Council, acting as advocate in courts, inquiries, hearings, and tribunals.
5. Negotiate and draft contracts, agreements, and governance instruments.
6. Prepare legal documents and undertake statutory or administrative tasks as required.
7. Handle disputes and complaints.
8. Stay updated on legal developments and advise the Council accordingly.
9. Assist in providing comprehensive legal services to the Council.
10. Support senior staff and assist junior staff with legal issues.

This is a full-time role on a temporary contract basis.

If interested, please apply via our website with your CV or email it to , quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment acts as an Employment Business and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Pre-employment checks, including references, may be required.

Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all unsuccessful applicants but will contact suitable candidates by phone.

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