Job Description
Employment Lawyer – Peterborough City Council
£49,764 – £53,895 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid (2 days in office)
Define the Role. Shape Policy. Be the Expert.
This is a rare chance to take full ownership of employment law within a local authority. Peterborough City Council is hiring its first dedicated Employment Lawyer, a brand-new role where you’ll lead from day one and influence people policy across the organisation.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Advising on the full range of employment law issues
* Advise on complex tribunal cases
* Representing the Council in Employment Tribunals
* Working closely with HR to shape policy and reduce legal risk
* Drafting contracts, policies, settlement agreements, and guiding on investigations
* Advising on TUPE, restructures, and organisational change
* Leading on legal responses to employment-related complaints and procedures
Why This Role is Different
1. Greenfield Opportunity – Build the employment law function from the ground up
2. Strategic Influence – Work in true partnership with HR and senior leaders
3. Visible Impact – Directly shape the Coun...