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Legal Counsel (Employment) - Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
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Oliver James
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Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with up to c.5 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in employment law.
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Title: Legal Counsel (Employment) - Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Oliver James
Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Eligibility: Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with up to c.5 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in employment law.
Deadline: Not specified
Fees: None
Description: Oliver James is seeking a confident, ambitious, and solutions-driven employment lawyer to join its centralised Group Legal Team in Manchester. This is a Fixed Term Contract for up to 12 months to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will support the Employment Law Service in providing commercial, high-quality employment law advice across the global business, including the US, APAC, and Europe.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advising senior Group stakeholders and the People Team on internal workforce and recruitment activities.
- Developing and refining templates, policies, contractual documents, and guidance materials.
- Identifying and escalating legal risks in line with Group frameworks.
- Proactively scanning for employment law updates and guiding the business on regulatory and legislative changes.
- Supporting the preparation and negotiation of client commercial contracts where needed.
Application Link: Not specified
Contact Information: Not specified #J-18808-Ljbffr
Legal Counsel (Employment) - Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) in Manchester employer: Oliver James Group
As a leading player in the insurance sector, our client offers a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development. Employees benefit from a comprehensive range of perks, including competitive salaries, robust training programmes, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. The collaborative culture encourages innovation and allows team members to make meaningful contributions to the company's success.