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Senior Employment Lawyer
PR/003311_1743694942
Posted: 04/03/2025
- £59868 - £65755 per annum
- South East England
- Permanent
- Legal, Local Government & Public Sector
Senior Employment Lawyer
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid working
£59,868 - £65,755
About the Senior Employment Lawyer position:
Sellick Partnership is thrilled to be assisting a Local Authority in Surrey, who are looking to recruit a Senior Employment Lawyer on a permanent, full-time basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, cohesive and flexible legal services team.
This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with office attendance generally expected twice per week.
Responsibilities of the Senior Employment Lawyer will include:
- Providing solutions focused advice on Employment law matters to the Council, schools and Fire and Rescue service
- Providing advice on a range of matters, which may include disciplinary action, grievances, discrimination, whistleblowing, recruitment, restructures, TUPE and exit strategies
- Managing Employment Tribunal cases on behalf of the Council
- Advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council
Experience required for the Senior Employment Lawyer position:
- Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Legal Executive
- Substantial experience within employment law
- Experience of both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters
Benefits that come with the Senior Employment Lawyer role include:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Competitive Local Government pension scheme
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements available
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
How to apply for the Senior Employment Lawyer role:
For more information or to apply for the Senior Employment Lawyer role, please contact Laura Smith in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office.
Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised and thus you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.
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Laura Smith
Business Manager