Job Description
Employment Legal Counsel—In-House Role, London
Location: London (3 days in office, 2 from home)
Salary: dependent upon experience, ranging from £60,000 to £75,000.
Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to transition into an in-house role or an in-house lawyer seeking fresh challenges? This global technology consultancy is offering an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic and fast-growing company. With over 30 years of experience driving innovation across multiple continents, they're looking for a highly skilled Employment Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team.
As an award-winning company with a broad international presence, they are seeking a motivated and experienced employment law specialist to support their continued expansion. You will have the chance to make a real impact by providing essential legal advice across a range of employment matters.
Key Responsibilities for this Employment Legal Counsel position:
* Provide Employment Law Advice: Offer expert legal guidance on the full spectrum of employment law, including hiring, termination, mobility, immigration, disputes, investigations, and advising on specific employee-related issues.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with managers and directors to assess risks associated with employment-related processes, providing clear and practical advice to mitigate legal challenges.
* Policy and Procedure Review: Monitor changes in employment law and provide advice on necessary amendments to policies and procedures to ensure compliance with new legislation.
* Collaboration with People Team: Coordinate with the People Team to maintain a consistent approach to policies, practices, and decision-making across the global organisation.
* Legal Resource Development: Contribute to the creation and upkeep of legal resources, including contract templates and training materials, and support internal training sessions to ensure company-wide compliance.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* At least 3 years’ experience in employment law
* Strong commercial acumen and a pragmatic approach to risk-based decision-making
* Excellent communication skills with the confidence to advise and collaborate with senior stakeholders
* Strong negotiation skills and a proactive attitude
If you’re an employment lawyer with a few years of experience and are seeking a change from private practice, or if you’re already in-house but looking for an opportunity in London, we’d love to discuss this role further with you.
Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë—at Harvey John for more information about this Employment Legal Counsel role in London.
Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only, and was set by the agency. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of their diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.