Location: Aylesbury
Overview
Are you committed to making a difference? Do you want the work you do to have a real impact for the local community? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your career to undertake varied and complex case work?
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Lawyer to join our in-house Legal Services team at Buckinghamshire Council for a fixed term period of 12 months. The work of the team includes advising all directorates on Human Resources related issues such as dismissals, grievances, discrimination claims, TUPE transfers, pensions, terms and conditions and HR policies.
Legal Services is at the heart of the Organisation and provides a fast paced and rewarding career in a supportive environment. This is an exciting time to join us, as we continue to grow and develop our service.
About us
Legal Services is at the heart of the Organisation and provides a fast-paced and rewarding career in a supportive environment. The in-house legal service supports the Council’s ambitions to establish one of the best councils in the Country, creating positive change for local people, communities, and business.
By working with us, you are part of something bigger. From supporting residents who are at the heart of what we do, to shaping our county for now and future generations – as a Buckinghamshire Council employee, you contribute to the local community, whatever your role. As one of the biggest local authorities in the UK, we are part of a network of partners spanning both public and private sectors. Our services are wide-ranging, and the opportunities to grow and progress are endless.
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About the role
We are seeking an Employment Lawyer for a fixed term contract of 12 months who is able to offer proactive, innovative and customer-focussed advice. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and our client departments to deliver the Council’s statutory functions.
Key Accountabilities
Providing advice and representation in relation to the often complex employment law matters that face a large public sector employer. The work of the team includes advising all directorates on Human Resources related issues such as dismissals, grievances, discrimination claims, TUPE transfers, pensions, terms and conditions and HR policies. You will also carry a caseload of employment law matters and represent the Council in the Employment Tribunal.
You will attend meetings to advise officers and members in a proactive and politically sensitive manner and uphold the highest standards of client care as well as providing guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members, contributing to the development of the team of specialist lawyers.
Any-Desk:
We work in a hybrid style. As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources from both home and an office location when required. You will be required to work from the Walton Street office once or twice a week, depending on your role and team requirements and attend the Employment Tribunal as required.
About you
We welcome applications from Solicitors, Barristers and CILEx Practitioners with relevant experience in either the public or private sector. You’ll be highly self-motivated and proactive, with an ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. It is important to work collaboratively to offer proactive, innovative and customer-focussed advice and to support the delivery of high-profile cases and projects.