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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Southeast England, are looking for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join their team and play a crucial role in their Legal and Democratic Services   

Position: Employment Lawyer
Rate: £55 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35) 
Contract Duration: Temporary (Nov 2026) Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid 

Purpose:

• Legal Services is expected to provide timely, clear and effective legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council in order to enable the Council to discharge their functions lawfully and effectively.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of policy in the own area of specialism, contributing to the delivery of organisational objectives.
• Provide specialist legal and strategic advice on staffing, redundancy, TUPE, and grievances.
• They manage internal HR disputes, represent the council in Employment Tribunals, and advise elected members and officers on public sector employment frameworks. 

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• Solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEX who is eligible to practise in England and Wales and has (or be in a position to apply for)
  a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority. 
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment

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