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In-House Employment Counsel 4 PQE

In-House Employment Counsel 4 PQE

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 9 days ago, valid for a month

Lymm, Cheshire WA13 9HD

£68 per hour

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for an In-House Employment Counsel with a salary of up to £68K located in Cheshire.
The role requires a qualified solicitor with 4-9 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in Employment Law.
Candidates should have strong knowledge of Employment Law and experience in handling Employment Tribunal Litigation.
The role involves providing expert legal advice, managing a complex caseload, and potentially supervising junior solicitors.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in joining a growing UK retailer with a significant workforce.

Position: In-House Employment CounselSalary: Up to £68KLocation: CheshireWorking Style: Hybrid working pattern in placeHours: Full Time Douglas Scott are working with an well-known British retailer looking to recruit into their In-House legal team. The role is open to a qualified solicitor from a Private Practise or In-House background. We're looking for someone who can work in a fast-paced environment and manage their own work load independently. About the Role: Working as part of the wider In-House legal function you will support the Head of Employment with claims against the business.The wider group has close to 30,000 employees and close to 1000 retail stores across the UK and European franchised stores. You'll need confidence to work alone and trust your own judgment while defending the wider business' reputation.Key Responsibilities:

Act in the business' best interest on all employment law defendant claims.
Offering expert, in-house legal advice to internal stakeholders, ensuring best practices and reducing the risk of litigation.
Building and maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders including brands, franchise partners and external counsel.
Potential supervision of junior solicitors as the team expands.

What We’re Looking For:

4-9 years PQE Solicitor.
Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales in Employment Law.
Strong knowledge of Employment law including handling Employment Tribunal Litigation.
Proven experience managing a complex caseload and supporting internal/external projects.
Advisory work on a full range of employment matters.
Good time management skills while managing your own caseload.

An ideal role for a candidate with a genuine interest in joining a growing UK business.Get in touch with Huw Flanagan-Roberts to discuss further.

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