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Location: UK Flexible
Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Overview
Aviva is undergoing an exciting period of strong growth as a result of its continued focus on strategic projects and acquisitions. As a result we have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join the UK Employment Team.
You will be joining a committed and caring team who are tasked with delivering first class employment law advice to our broad range of internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
* Providing legal advice on all aspects of employment law as part of the Employment Law team
* Supporting on legal initiatives and projects (including oversight and advice on key legislative and common law developments affecting the business)
* Proactively monitoring and mitigating legal risks
Qualifications
* A qualified Legal Executive or Solicitor, entitled to practice in the UK with relevant post-qualifying experience
* Proven ability to work with people at different levels
* Excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills
* Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
* Ability to use initiative, work efficiently and prioritise multiple tasks
What you’ll get
* Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.
* Competitive salary (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
* Bonus opportunity - 10% of annual salary. Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
* Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
* 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
* Discounts on Aviva products and other retailer discounts up to 40%
* Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme
* Parental and carer’s leave and other supportive policies
* Flexible benefits and sustainability options such as cycle to work
* Three paid volunteering days to help others
* Wellbeing support and tools
Aviva is for everyone
We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.
We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week, balancing flexibility with time together with colleagues.
How to apply
To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here. We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. If you have a disclosed disability, please email us after applying and we will arrange an interview. If you require an alternative method of applying, please contact Amber Britton at 07775546100 or amber.britton@aviva.com.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Insurance and Legal Services
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