An opportunity has arisen at the London Fire Brigade to join General Counsel's Department as an employment lawyer. General Counsel's Department consists of circa. 30 staff providing cost effective legal advice and representation to the Brigade on a wide range of practice areas including employment law, pensions, fire prosecutions, personal injury, property, contracts and procurement. It also provides advice on the decision-making processes and the powers and duties of the London Fire Commissioner (LFC). Each area of work has a Team Manager, a group of lawyers, paralegals and business support officers to assist with day-to-day work.
We are a small team who supports the LFC and in this key role, you will need to have the ability to organise and manage a complex and heavy case-load independently, analyse information critically, provide effective written and oral advice, work with a variety of colleagues and other stakeholders in a publicly accountable environment. It is important that you have the aptitude, ambition and potential to thrive in this environment.
We are looking for an experienced specialist employment lawyer with a "can-do" attitude, preferably with some pensions experience who enjoys a fast-paced environment and working as part of a team. In-house experience in a public sector setting is desirable, but not essential. You will be a qualified solicitor, barrister (with litigation authorisation) or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer in England and or has qualified through the CILEx route, with litigation practice rights. Being highly organised, used to working electronically with minimum supervision and the ability to meet tight deadlines are crucial for this role. You should also bring sound judgement and analytical skills. We would welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.
Contract type: Fixed Term (12 months)
Applicants must be either a qualified solicitor or barrister with a litigation certificate or a Legal Executive with litigation rights, with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in those areas of law covered by the job description.
Contract type: Contract
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Employment Lawyer – London Fire Brigade employer: National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.
West Midlands Fire Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees. With a strong commitment to inclusive workplace practices, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Our focus on innovative reward and recognition strategies ensures that every team member feels valued and motivated, making WMFS a truly rewarding place to work.
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National Fire Chiefs Council Limited. Recruitment Team
