Employment Law Counsel

Extremely rare opportunity for Employment lawyer to work In-house with highly reputable and recognisable plc based in South Yorkshire - Joining an established and highly regarded In-house legal team.

The role

1. Brand new position, working alongside the current employment solicitor supporting the ER team with case management and delivering specialist legal advice on employment matters, including contracts, disciplinaries, grievances, family leave, redundancy, discrimination, and whistleblowing.
2. Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish, including advocacy at preliminary hearings where appropriate & delivering training sessions to upskill their People team on employment law topics.
3. Active support for the business on large-scale projects with employment law implications, including major consultations.

The Person

A qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years PQE in employment law, you'll have a demonstrable desire to work In-house and exceptional communication and relationship building skills.

The role will require office presence x3 days a week so a reasonable commute from the site and a drivers license would be advantageous - Parking is free!

The Benefits

• Attractive salary along with;
• Annual bonus based on business performance.
• Hybrid working - 3 days office 2 days from home.
• 24 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
• Enhanced family leave - including maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption leave.
• Paid volunteering day to support a cause you care about.
• Generous staff discounts.
• Wellbeing perks - including an Employee Assistance Programme, healthcare services, and discounted gym memberships.
• Pension & savings - Group pension and Sharesave schemes.
• Life assurance & sick pay for added peace of mind.
• Private medical insurance.

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