Details:
- Salary: £55 - Hour
- Location: Reigate Surrey
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Employment Solicitor / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer
£55 per hour | 3-Month Initial Contract | Hybrid Working | Local Authority
Are you an experienced Employment Lawyer looking for a flexible contract role where you can make an immediate impact within a respected local authority?
We are seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) of England and Wales with a current practising certificate and strong employment law expertise. Experience working within a local government setting is highly desirable.
The Role
Joining a welcoming and collaborative legal team, you will provide expert employment law support across a diverse range of matters, helping the organisation navigate complex workforce issues with confidence and professionalism.
Key responsibilities include:
✅ Managing Employment Tribunal cases on behalf of the Council from start to finish
✅ Liaising with ACAS regarding Early Conciliation matters
✅ Drafting ET3 responses and other tribunal documentation
✅ Representing the Council and providing advocacy at selected hearings
✅ Delivering practical, commercially focused employment law advice across a broad range of employee relations matters
✅ Supporting HR and management teams with ad hoc employment law queries
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) in England and Wales
A current practising certificate
Significant employment law experience
Previous Employment Tribunal case management experience
Strong drafting, advocacy and advisory skills
The ability to work independently whilst managing a varied caseload
Local government experience (highly desirable)
Contract Details
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⏰ Hours: 28-36 hours per week, worked across a minimum of 4 days
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded local authority team, working on interesting and meaningful employment law matters while benefiting from flexible hybrid working arrangements. You'll enjoy a varied caseload, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a genuine impact from day one.
If you're an experienced Employment Lawyer ready for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. ⚖️
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