Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority based in Essex who are seeking a part-time Employment Lawyer to join their team. Please find below further details with regards to this role and opportunity.

Job Title: Employment Lawyer
Location: Essex
Salary: £40.00 to £50.00 per hour
Contract Type: 3 days per week, 3 Month Contract (with potential for ongoing extension)

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Advice and Representation: Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of employment law, including advising council officers, members, and external bodies.
• Employment Law Specialist: Serve as the Council's dedicated employment law specialist, managing a wide range of employment-related legal issues.
• Advocacy: Represent the Council in employment tribunals and other hearings as required.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of employment policies and procedures, ensuring they align with the Council's objectives and legal standards.
• Collaboration and Support: Collaborate with other departments, attend meetings, panels, and committees, and provide guidance on employment law matters.
• Resource Management: Efficiently manage resources, stay updated on legal developments, and contribute to the training and development of the legal services team.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all legal work complies with Council policies and relevant legislation, effectively mitigating risks associated with employment law.
• Documentation and Reporting: Draft agreements, reports, and other legal documents; represent Legal Services at committee meetings, hearings, and public inquiries as necessary.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with significant post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Experience: Proven experience in local government or public sector law, with a focus on employment law.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of employment law, excellent communication and analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Values: Commitment to the Council's values of ambition, collaboration, compassion, empowerment, pride, and inclusivity.
• Agile Working: Ability to work flexibly, including remote and home working, as required

Key Competencies and Behaviours:

• Expertise in employment law and local government law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain legal issues.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach to legal advice and support.
• Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with colleagues at all levels.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in both employment and service delivery.

If this Employment Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.