I'm currently working with a London Borough that is looking to appoint an Employment Lawyer to join its established legal team on an interim basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional to manage a varied employment law caseload while benefiting from a highly flexible working arrangement with minimal office attendance.
The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of employment matters, including:
Employee relations issues
Disciplinary and grievance matters
TUPE and restructures
Employment Tribunal claims
Drafting and reviewing employment-related documentation
Providing practical legal advice to HR and senior officersTo be considered, you should have:
Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx status
Strong experience handling employment law matters
Previous local government experience (preferred but not essential)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
The ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independentlyThis role offers a competitive rate of up to £60 per hour, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority environment.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please send your CV to (url removed) (phone number removed).
The Oyster Partnership Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Proof of eligibility will be requested before any offer is confirmed.
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Salary description
£55.00 - £65.00 per hour