A boutique employment law firm ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, is seeking an interim Employment Lawyer to support its growing caseload on an ad hoc hourly basis. This is a fully remote opportunity (within the UK), with flexibility to work around your schedule. There is also scope for a permanent hire for the right candidate.
About the Firm
Founded by former City lawyers, the firm is known for its intellectual rigour, responsiveness, and commercial awareness. The firm advises a diverse client base—from high-net-worth individuals to national and international organisations—on the full spectrum of employment law matters. Recent work includes:
* Weekly flow of 10+ settlement agreements
* Employee due diligence for large corporate transactions
* Complex disputes involving discrimination, restrictive covenants, and high court enforcement
What You’ll Do
You’ll work closely with senior lawyers on a variety of employment law matters, including:
* Drafting and reviewing employment contracts and service agreements
* Advising on grievance and disciplinary procedures
* Negotiating senior employee exits and settlement agreements
* Handling employment tribunal claims and high court enforcement
* Providing strategic advice on TUPE, redundancy, and HR compliance
Ideal Candidate Profile
* UK-qualified solicitor with a minimum of 5+ years PQE in employment law
* Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters
* Comfortable working independently and remotely
* Able to provide pragmatic, commercially sound advice
Compensation
* Hourly rate up between £80 - £110 (depending on experience)
* Flexible engagement: ad hoc, day rate, or project-based
* Outside of IR35.
If this role is of interest, apply or message for more details.