We are delighted to be representing a London-based Local Authority, who are looking to appoint an Employment Solicitor on an initial 3-month temporary contract, with the option to go permanent thereafter.

This position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, with an office presence needed twice a month and the hourly rate is negotiable based on experience.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Advising on and dealing with all legal matters relating to Employment Law to the Council
• Conducting straightforward and complex proceedings including evaluation of evidence, strategic case management advice, case preparation and advocacy, where appropriate
• Advising clients on the risks of legal challenges and advising them how to mitigate risk
• Representing the Council in meetings with other authorities, government departments and other bodies
• Attending committees, panels, working parties and other meetings with councillors and cabinet members
• Instructing counsel/external solicitors as necessary, arranging case conferences and attending to counsel at hearings as required
• Drafting and assisting on complex decision reports and conducting complex legal work with minimal supervision
• Reviewing cabinet and other reports, drafting the recommendations and writing the legal implications, including advising on options available and managing any risk

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive (or equivalent experience)
• Strong up-to-date knowledge across a broad range of employment and related law

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Can show flexible hours

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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