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Legal Counsel - Employment

Robert Walters
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An established financial institution is seeking an experienced employment lawyer to enhance its Employee Relations agenda across the EMEA region.
  • The ideal candidate should have a legal qualification from the UK or Europe with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in employment law or Employee Relations.
  • Key responsibilities include providing advice on Employee Relations matters, managing disciplinary actions, grievances, and overseeing restructuring efforts.
  • The role requires strong communication skills, a client-focused approach, and the ability to work in a fast-paced corporate environment, preferably with experience in the financial services sector.
  • Salary details are not specified in the job description, but the position offers a supportive team environment where contributions are valued.

Background

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced employment lawyer who is keen to move to an established financial institution. This role is pivotal in shaping the employee experience and driving the Employee Relations agenda across the EMEA region. The successful candidate will be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

  • You will offer commercially astute advice on a wide spectrum of Employee Relations and employment law matters, contributing significantly to our regional Employee Relations strategy.
  • Your role will also involve providing direct support to specific client groups within both front office and support functions.
  • You will manage employee relations issues such as disciplinary actions, grievances, litigation case management, and oversee restructuring or reorganisations, performance management.
  • Additionally, you will work on projects related to M&A activities and adapting to regulatory changes.

What will make you successful?

  • You have a legal qualification from the UK or Europe, with at least 5 years' PQE and a background in employment law or Employee Relations within a fast-paced corporate setting.
  • You are capable of multitasking and thriving in a team environment while also being driven, self-motivated, and solution oriented.
  • Your demonstrable client-focused approach is paired with strong influencing skills.
  • Experience in the financial services sector is preferred, especially if you have cross-border expertise.
  • Outstanding communication skills are essential for this role, enabling you to convey complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.