In house legal counsel – Employment

Job title:

In house legal counsel – Employment

Company

BCL Legal

Job description

In house Counsel – Employment Are you an experienced employment law solicitor seeking a high-impact in-house position within an established and supportive legal team? We’re working with a respected UK-based group to identify an accomplished employment lawyer Legal Counsel to join its close-knit legal team. Reporting directly to the Group Senior Legal Counsel this is a pivotal role offering a blend of contentious and non-contentious work across the full employment law spectrum. This is a rare opportunity for a legally qualified professional to step into a dynamic environment where your expertise will shape the future of employment practice across a large and diverse business. Key Responsibilities: · Act as a senior advisor to the business on all employment law matters, deputising for the Group Senior Legal Counsel when required. · Deliver commercially focused legal advice on a variety of employment matters including disciplinary issues, grievances, absence management, discrimination, redundancy, whistleblowing and TUPE. · Lead on Employment Tribunal claims – managing cases from start to finish, with scope to provide advocacy at preliminary hearings. · Partner closely with the Employee Relations team to manage risk, develop strategies and support effective case resolution. · Draft, review and maintain legally compliant employment contracts and templates, ensuring alignment with best practice. · Develop and update the Group’s employment policies in collaboration with the People team. · Support large-scale change projects and consultations from an employment law perspective, contributing to strategic planning. · Deliver in-house training sessions and legal updates to HR and leadership teams across the Group. · Maintain horizon scanning responsibilities, monitoring legislative developments and preparing proactive legal briefings for stakeholders. Ideal Candidate Profile: · Qualified solicitor or barrister (England & Wales) with significant PQE in employment law (you’ll probably need at least 4 years pqe to have the skills required) · Proven ability to handle complex contentious and non-contentious employment matters autonomously. · Strong litigation experience, including Employment Tribunal casework and, ideally, advocacy at preliminary hearings. · A commercial approach to legal risk – someone who can balance legal rigour with pragmatic business thinking. · Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and delivering training in a confident and accessible manner. · In-house experience is welcome but not essential – a private practice employment lawyer ready to move in-house would also be a strong fit. Why Apply? · Career Development: This role offers genuine progression potential within a well-structured legal team. · Variety & Autonomy: Handle a diverse and interesting caseload with the opportunity to shape policy and procedure. · Collaborative Culture: Join a people-focused organisation with a strong emphasis on values, inclusion, and support. · Influence & Impact: Be part of major projects and organisational transformation initiatives, working at the heart of decision-making. Ready to make your mark in a forward-thinking legal team? This is a unique opportunity for a legally qualified employment law specialist looking for more strategic input and a strong career trajectory in an established UK business. For a confidential discussion and to request further details, please contact our specialist in-house legal recruitment team today. Applications are welcomed from qualified solicitors or barristers with relevant UK employment law experience. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.

Expected salary

Location

Sheffield

Job date

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:23:33 GMT

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