Employment Law Solicitor

1 month ago

Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Essex County Council Full time
Employment Lawyer Opportunity

Essex County Council is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join their Dispute Resolution and Employment Law Team. As an Employment Lawyer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality legal advice and services to clients, including internal and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide timely and accurate legal advice on employment law matters, including claims at Employment Tribunal level and appellate court level.
  • Deliver outcomes against the business plan for legal services, supporting the Council's Organisation Strategy and vision.
  • Act as a legal practitioner and advocate, providing specialist advice and support to colleagues within the team.
  • Support the development of current and future business opportunities, promoting the Essex Legal Services' vision to the external market.
  • Build strong working relationships across the team, the Council, schools, other local authorities, and the private sector.

Requirements:

  • Qualified solicitor/barrister with current membership of the Law Society or Bar Standards Board.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development, 2 years post-qualified experience, and expert knowledge in relevant professional area.
  • Experience of working within a legal setting in a politically sensitive environment, providing high-quality advice to a wide range of clients.
  • Experience of a full range of employment law matters, including dealing with employment tribunals, unfair dismissal claims, discrimination matters, disciplinary and grievances, capability issues, and TUPE.
  • Commercial awareness with sufficient professional credibility to maintain the existing client base.

Benefits:

  • Healthcare and Dental Plans at corporate rates.
  • Discounts and benefits at many local and national outlets, including supermarkets, shopping, restaurants, technology purchases, and holidays.
  • Discounts across Essex County Council's businesses, including Country Park Membership, ACL, and more.
  • Generous holiday and special leave allowances, including the option to purchase extra holiday.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Life Assurance of three times annual salary.
  • Employee wellbeing and counselling.
  • Travel discounts & season ticket loans.
  • Learning and Development opportunities, coaching & mentoring.
  • Payment of professional fees for approved professions.
  • Eye care vouchers.

As part of employment with Essex County Council, you will be required to register with the DBS update service if your role requires a DBS check. Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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