Legal Employment Advisor

4 weeks ago

Newbury, West Berkshire, United Kingdom VODAFONE LIMITED Full time
Location: Newbury + hybrid
Salary: Competitive base salary plus performance-related bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday
Duration: Fixed term contract

About Vodafone UK

At Vodafone UK, we believe that collaboration and connection among our team members lead to exceptional outcomes. Our hybrid working model enables our employees to balance their time between the office and remote work, offering the flexibility and resources necessary for success. We encourage our team to come into the office 2-3 days a week, averaging 8 days a month. Our comprehensive home working kit ensures you have everything you need, regardless of your location.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Vodafone UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is integral to our identity. We take pride in being recognized as a Great Place to Work and are committed to promoting inclusion for all, creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities and customers we serve.

Role Overview

The Employment Counsel position is situated within the Vodafone UK multi-disciplinary Legal Risk Management Team. This role offers practical, proactive, and solution-oriented employment law guidance, aligned with Vodafone's core values, on a variety of issues, particularly focusing on: (i) TUPE guidance for bids and procurement, (ii) ACAS and Employment Tribunal Claim management, and (iii) intricate employee relations and HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Delivering practical, succinct, and commercially viable employment law counsel to various sectors of the UK business, including:

- Advising on all facets of TUPE, primarily concerning service provision changes in a dynamic environment;
- Managing ACAS and Employment Tribunal Claims, including the engagement of external legal counsel;
- Providing guidance, support, and training to HR on all employment law matters, including complex employee relations issues, internal policies, contracts, and handbooks.

2. Capable of independently managing employment law advice and projects, prioritizing effectively, and delivering timely counsel with appropriate oversight.

3. Producing clear, concise internal briefing documents and advice, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior management.

4. Independently overseeing all employment law advice and projects, updating precedents, and conducting transformation initiatives, including the creation of guidance materials and training for stakeholders and legal colleagues.

5. Engaging and managing external legal counsel as necessary.

6. Collaborating efficiently with other members of the UK Legal Team.

7. Providing support to the Senior Employment Counsel during periods of absence and recognizing the developmental benefits of challenging opportunities.

8. Assisting the Senior Employment Counsel in supervising junior team members, including trainees and paralegals.

Candidate Profile
  • Proficient knowledge and experience in Employment Law, particularly in advising on TUPE matters related to service provision changes for tenders and procurement.
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of delivering clear and concise advice and training tailored to the audience.
  • Strong drafting abilities, with experience in creating TUPE schedules, contractual documents, and correspondence.
  • Effective negotiation and influencing skills, with the capability to lead legal negotiations at the appropriate level.
  • Able to establish and maintain a robust network of contacts across the organization.
  • Willingness to mentor and support junior team members.
  • Qualified legal professional (Solicitor, Barrister, Chartered Legal Executive, or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in either private practice or an in-house setting. Any reference to PQE is a guideline, and all applicants demonstrating the required skill set will be considered.
  • In-depth understanding of Employment Law and a clear grasp of the commercial and legal risks, with a proven ability to adopt a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
  • Capable of working independently and demonstrating sound commercial judgment in managing routine risks.
At Vodafone, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of their personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we encourage you to apply, as you may be the right fit for this or another position, and our recruitment team can assist you in identifying how your skills align.

What We Offer

We recognize that the well-being of our employees is crucial to their success. Therefore, we provide a competitive remuneration and bonus package, along with up to 28 days of holiday entitlement, in addition to public holidays and paid leave for charitable initiatives. Our extensive benefits package can be customized to meet the needs of you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plans, and share schemes. We take pride in our commitment to supporting you throughout your career by offering top-tier learning and development resources and leading parental leave policies.

Our Regulatory Commitment

Vodafone UK is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, and all employment offers for this role are contingent upon background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial assessments to comply with regulatory standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have accessibility requests during your recruitment process, such as extended time or breaks during online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website for guidance.

Vodafone is dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent by providing a motivating and inclusive workplace where skills are genuinely recognized and rewarded. We actively encourage everyone to consider joining us on our journey.

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