Employment Solicitor

Full time | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 17/06/2026
Job Information

Legal / Security / Law
City Dudley
Province Northumberland
Postal Code NE23
Job Description

6 Month Contract With A local Authority

Job Purpose
To provide a high-quality and effective employment law service to the Council, its Members, Directorates, and Officers. The postholder will manage a varied employment law caseload, provide specialist legal advice, represent the Council in employment-related proceedings, and support the Council in achieving its objectives while ensuring legal compliance and minimising risk.
Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of employment law matters, including Employment Tribunal claims, disciplinary and grievance issues, redundancy, discrimination, whistleblowing, and other employment-related disputes.
Prepare and conduct Employment Tribunal cases, including drafting ET3 responses, witness statements, disclosure documentation, hearing bundles, and settlement agreements.
Represent the Council at Employment Tribunals, disciplinary hearings, appeal hearings, and committee proceedings where required.
Provide clear and practical legal advice, both verbally and in writing, to Council Directorates, Officers, Elected Members, and senior stakeholders.
Advise on TUPE matters arising from organisational change, service transfers, and outsourcing arrangements.
Instruct and manage Counsel where appropriate, including appeals and complex litigation matters.
Draft, review, and negotiate legal documentation relating to employment law matters.
Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and Council policies.
Support risk management by identifying legal issues and recommending appropriate solutions.
Maintain accurate case records and contribute to the efficient delivery of Legal Services.
Requirements

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
Significant experience handling a broad range of employment law matters within local government, public sector, or private practice environments.
Experience managing Employment Tribunal cases from inception through to hearing.
Strong knowledge of employment legislation, case law, and TUPE regulations.
Experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, settlement agreements, and tribunal documentation.
Ability to provide practical and commercially focused legal advice to a range of stakeholders.
Excellent advocacy, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and meet competing deadlines.
Proficiency in legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
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