Senior Employment Law Advisor

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Stephen James Partnership Full time

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Senior Employment Law Advisor to join our team. This role involves providing strategic legal support on various employment law matters, working on high-stakes projects and managing legal and employee relations risks.

Responsibilities:

  • Providing advice on national and global employment law matters, including strategic projects.
  • Managing and mitigating legal and employee relations risks for the business.
  • Leading on a wide range of employment issues such as redundancy, TUPE, performance, and compensation/benefits.
  • Drafting, negotiating, and advising on employment contracts, settlement agreements, and commercial outsourcing agreements.
  • Overseeing employment litigation and managing external counsel.
  • Partnering with HR, legal, and other business functions on compliance, policy, and risk management.
  • Providing training and guidance for HR teams on employment law matters.
  • Monitoring legislative changes and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions.

Requirements:

  • A qualified lawyer in England and Wales, with 5+ years post-qualification experience.
  • Experience in employment law, including data protection and TUPE matters.
  • International exposure to employment law (especially in Europe) is advantageous.
  • Excellent drafting skills and the ability to provide pragmatic, business-oriented solutions.
  • Strong interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload effectively.
  • Confidence in advising senior stakeholders and delivering advice clearly and positively.
  • Knowledge of additional European languages is a plus but not essential.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary of £130,000 per annum.
  • An extensive benefits package, including a generous non-contributory pension.
  • Access to a virtual business school, professional mentoring, and career development opportunities.


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