Employment Lawyer
2 days ago
Employment Lawyer
Location: Chelmsford (Hybrid - 2-3 days office-based)
Salary: £47,472 - £55,850 per annum + benefits
Contract: Permanent
Ref: RF-LEG-0224
Refine Recruitment has an outstanding opportunity for an Employment Lawyer to join a leading public sector legal team in Chelmsford.
The Role:
- Handle complex discrimination and unfair dismissal claims
- Manage TUPE processes and consultations
- Draft and negotiate settlement agreements
- Lead restructures and redundancy processes
- Provide expert employment law guidance
- Handle tribunal representations
Required:
- Qualified solicitor/barrister
- Current Law Society or Bar Standards Board membership
- 2 years PQE (will consider exceptional candidates with less)
- Strong employment tribunal experience
- Experience in TUPE and restructuring matters
- Commercial awareness with public sector understanding
Benefits:
- 27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Professional membership fees covered
- 4 paid volunteer days annually
- Comprehensive learning and development program
Apply now
Refine Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
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