At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage Employment Tribunal claims and provide expert legal advice on complex employment matters.
- Company: Join a leading public sector organisation with a focus on legal excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, health support, career development, and 25 days' annual leave.
- Other info: Opportunities for mentoring and leadership in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping employment policies and supporting workforce practices.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant experience in Employment Tribunal litigation.
A leading public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Lawyer to join its in-house Legal Services team. This newly created role will provide specialist employment law expertise, managing Employment Tribunal claims, ACAS matters, and complex workforce legal issues.
The post holder will provide strategic legal advice, strengthen internal capability, reduce reliance on external providers, and support effective risk management across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities- Manage a caseload of Employment Tribunal claims from instruction through to conclusion, including pleadings, evidence, witness statements, hearings, and settlements.
- Represent the organisation in Employment Tribunals, ACAS proceedings, mediations, and related negotiations.
- Provide expert advice on litigation strategy, case merits, settlement decisions, and legal risk.
- Advise senior leaders and HR on complex and sensitive employment matters.
- Analyse litigation trends and outcomes to support organisational learning and preventative action.
- Support the development of employment policies, guidance, and workforce practices in line with legislation and case law.
- Deliver briefings and knowledge-sharing sessions to build internal capability.
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
- Significant experience managing Employment Tribunal litigation.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, case law, ACAS processes, and tribunal procedure.
- Experience advising senior stakeholders on complex employment matters.
- Strong communication, judgement, and risk assessment skills.
- Pension Scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Flexible working options.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Career development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities.
- Cycle-to-work scheme and salary sacrifice benefits.
- Employee discounts and offers through staff sports and wellbeing schemes.
- On-site gym facilities and subsidised sports activities.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
Additional Notes: Location Disclosure: Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays in processing. Eligibility: Only applicants with UK residency and full visa status will be considered. Applications from those outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you plan to relocate, please mention this in your CV or cover letter.
Employment Litigation Lawyer in Chelmsford employer: Pursuit Executive Recruitment Ltd
Join a leading public sector organisation that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With flexible working options, comprehensive health and wellbeing support, and ample opportunities for career development, this role as an Employment Litigation Lawyer offers a meaningful chance to make a difference while enjoying a balanced work-life environment. The organisation also provides excellent benefits, including a pension scheme, on-site gym facilities, and employee discounts, making it an attractive place for professionals seeking rewarding employment.
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