At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage Employment Tribunal claims and provide expert legal advice to senior leaders.
- Company: Join Essex Police Legal Services, a vital part of the community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, job security, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Enjoy high autonomy and direct engagement with senior leaders.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in employment law while supporting the police force.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in Employment Tribunal litigation.
The predicted salary is between 53451 - 57186 £ per year.
- Overview
- Employment Litigation Lawyer
- £53,451 - £57,186 pa • Essex Headquarters, Chelmsford • Permanent, Full Time
We are seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Lawyer to join Essex Police Legal Services, providing dedicated in-house expertise in employment law and litigation.
This is a newly established role designed to strengthen the force’s approach to managing Employment Tribunal claims, ACAS matters, and complex workforce legal issues.
The post holder will play a critical role in ensuring cases are managed proactively, consistently, and with strong legal oversight, while supporting organisational learning and risk reduction.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a personal caseload of Employment Tribunal claims, including preparation of pleadings, evidence, witness statements, and representation at hearings and mediations.
- Provide expert legal advice on case merits, litigation strategy, and settlement decisions, balancing legal, financial, and reputational considerations.
- Represent Essex Police in Employment Tribunals, ACAS proceedings, and engagement with external legal providers.
- Analyse litigation trends and outcomes to identify risks, inform preventative action, and support organisational learning.
- Deliver clear, legally robust advice to Chief Officers, senior leaders, and HR on complex employment matters.
- Translate legal outcomes into practical guidance to influence policy development and workforce decision-making.
- Support the development and review of employment-related policies in line with legislation and case law.
- Build internal capability through professional briefings, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
This position sits within the Legal Department and plays a key role in protecting the force’s legal position, financial resilience, and reputation.
The role offers high levels of autonomy and direct engagement with senior leaders, requiring sound professional judgement and strategic oversight of employment litigation risk.
- What we are looking for in your application
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
- Significant experience managing Employment Tribunal litigation from instruction to conclusion.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, case law, ACAS processes, and tribunal procedure.
- Proven ability to advise senior leaders on complex and sensitive employment matters.
- Experience working within policing, public sector, or other regulated environments.
- Understanding of Police Regulations, misconduct/performance processes, and unionised workforces.
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
- Significant experience managing Employment Tribunal litigation from instruction to conclusion, ideally within a respondent or public‑sector environment.
- Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, case law, ACAS processes, and tribunal procedure.
- Proven ability to advise senior leaders on complex, sensitive employment matters.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of policing, public sector, or other regulated environments.
- Familiarity with Police Regulations, misconduct/performance processes, and unionised workforces.
Closing date
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Employment Litigation Lawyer in Chelmsford employer: Essex Police
Essex Police Legal Services is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for an Employment Litigation Lawyer to make a significant impact within the public sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to engage directly with senior leaders, this role not only provides competitive remuneration but also fosters professional growth in a supportive environment. Located in Chelmsford, employees benefit from a vibrant community and the chance to contribute to meaningful legal work that supports the police force's mission.
