Summary: The role of Employment Lawyer involves providing comprehensive legal advice on a variety of public sector employment matters for a Police Authority in Greater Manchester. The position is full-time and hybrid, requiring the candidate to work in the office at least two days a week. The successful applicant will handle both non-contentious and contentious employment issues and must be a qualified solicitor with relevant experience. This is a fixed-term position for 12 months, aimed at candidates who can manage a mixed caseload with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on non-contentious and contentious employment matters including TUPE, pensions, employment contracts, termination issues, disciplinary & grievance procedures, severance, compromise agreements, policies & HR procedures, staff handbooks, redundancies, dismissals, breach of contract claims, maternity & sick pay issues, discrimination issues, health and safety, and Employment Tribunals.
• Negotiate, draft, and interpret a variety of employment-related agreements and documents.
• Collaborate with external solicitors regarding Employment Tribunals and provide necessary assistance or advice.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in employment law.
• Ability to manage a mixed caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience in public sector employment law preferred, but relevant private practice experience is also acceptable.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Willingness to attend Courts or Tribunals as required.

Salary (Rate): £45

City: Greater Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal