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Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor

Civic Recruitment Limited • Dudley, NBL, gb
17 days ago
Job type
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Job description
Job Description

6 Month Contract With A local Authority


Job Purpose

To provide a high-quality and effective employment law service to the Council, its Members, Directorates, and Officers. The postholder will manage a varied employment law caseload, provide specialist legal advice, represent the Council in employment-related proceedings, and support the Council in achieving its objectives while ensuring legal compliance and minimising risk.




Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of employment law matters, including Employment Tribunal claims, disciplinary and grievance issues, redundancy, discrimination, whistleblowing, and other employment-related disputes.
  • Prepare and conduct Employment Tribunal cases, including drafting ET3 responses, witness statements, disclosure documentation, hearing bundles, and settlement agreements.
  • Represent the Council at Employment Tribunals, disciplinary hearings, appeal hearings, and committee proceedings where required.
  • Provide clear and practical legal advice, both verbally and in writing, to Council Directorates, Officers, Elected Members, and senior stakeholders.
  • Advise on TUPE matters arising from organisational change, service transfers, and outsourcing arrangements.
  • Instruct and manage Counsel where appropriate, including appeals and complex litigation matters.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate legal documentation relating to employment law matters.
  • Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and Council policies.
  • Support risk management by identifying legal issues and recommending appropriate solutions.
  • Maintain accurate case records and contribute to the efficient delivery of Legal Services.


Requirements

Essential

  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
  • Significant experience handling a broad range of employment law matters within local government, public sector, or private practice environments.
  • Experience managing Employment Tribunal cases from inception through to hearing.
  • Strong knowledge of employment legislation, case law, and TUPE regulations.
  • Experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, settlement agreements, and tribunal documentation.
  • Ability to provide practical and commercially focused legal advice to a range of stakeholders.
  • Excellent advocacy, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and meet competing deadlines.
  • Proficiency in legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.


Additional Information

  • Location: Hybrid Working / Council Offices
  • Hours per Week: 37 hours per week
  • Payment: Bi-weekly payments


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