Overview
In this role you will advise on a broad mix of employment matters for a national/international client base, including disputes, TUPE, restructurings, and policy work, while collaborating with regional teams on corporate and real estate projects. You’ll handle large-scale redundancies, develop contracts and HR policies, and build lasting client relationships. The role offers scope to develop business development skills within a growing team that values innovation and efficiency.
Pay / Benefits
- flexible working
- health and wellbeing resources
- inclusive culture
- DEI initiatives
- Mindful Business Charter affiliation
- disability adjustments in recruitment
Responsibilities
- Advise on employment disputes including Employment Tribunal work
- Assist with TUPE, employee relations and business reorganisations
- Draft contracts, policies, procedures and employee benefits
- Collaborate with regional colleagues on corporate and real estate projects
- Manage multiple Employment Tribunal cases
- Advise on complex employment matters including large-scale redundancies and restructurings
Key requirements
- At least 2 years post-qualification experience as an England & Wales Solicitor
- Proven experience in employment law at a large regional or city firm or in-house
- Experience advising on complex matters including large-scale redundancies and reorganisations
- Track record of managing multiple Employment Tribunal cases
- strong drafting ability
- attention to detail
- commercial pragmatism
- team player with proactive drive
- experience using technology to work more efficiently
- strong drafting skills
Employment Lawyer in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Womble Bond Dickinson
As a leading corporate tax advisory firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, our team members benefit from direct mentorship by industry leaders and access to a wealth of resources aimed at enhancing their technical expertise. Located in vibrant cities like Bristol, Leeds, London, Newcastle, and Southampton, we offer flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported in their career journey.
