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Interim In‑House Employment Lawyer (6‑Month Contract)

Location: UK (Hybrid/Flexible)

Contract: Fixed‑term – 6 months

Start: ASAP


We are looking for an experienced In‑House Employment Lawyer to join our legal team on a 6‑month contract, supporting the business on a wide range of complex employment law matters.

This is a hands‑on role, ideal for a commercially minded employment lawyer who is confident advising senior stakeholders in a fast‑paced, unionised environment.


Key Responsibilities


  • Advise on collective employment matters, including trade unions and employee/works councils
  • Lead and support on TUPE transfers, restructures and reorganisations
  • Manage dismissals, redundancies and employee relations issues
  • Provide pragmatic advice across the full spectrum of UK employment law
  • Support negotiations and consultation processes with unions and employee representatives
  • Work closely with HR, senior leaders and external counsel as required


About You


  • Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with strong in‑house or private practice employment law experience
  • Solid background in trade union engagement, works councils, and TUPE
  • Confident handling dismissal processes and complex ER issues
  • Commercial, pragmatic and comfortable working autonomously
  • Prior in‑house experience preferred, but not essential


What’s on Offer

  • 6‑month contract with immediate impact
  • Collaborative, professional working environment
  • Hybrid or flexible working arrangements available

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Location:
City Of London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal

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