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Employment Lawyer - Peterborough City Council, cambridge
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Peterborough City Council
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Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
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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
* Greenfield Opportunity – Build the employment law function from the ground up
* Strategic Influence – Work in true partnership with HR and senior leaders
* Visible Impact – Directly shape the Council’s people practices and policies
* Flexibility – Just 2 days a week in-office, with modern hybrid working setup
* Supportive Culture – Join a collaborative, forward-thinking legal team
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx Fellow
* Strong employment law experience, including tribunal representation
* Confidence advising senior stakeholders and presenting legal advice clearly
* A strategic, pragmatic mindset with a collaborative working style
* Interest in shaping internal policy and being a trusted go-to advisor
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