Interim In‑House Employment Lawyer (6‑Month Contract)
Location: UK (Hybrid/Flexible)
Contract: Fixed‑term – 6 months
Start: ASAP
We are looking for an experienced In‑House Employment Lawyer to join our legal team on a 6‑month contract, supporting the business on a wide range of complex employment law matters.
This is a hands‑on role, ideal for a commercially minded employment lawyer who is confident advising senior stakeholders in a fast‑paced, unionised environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise on collective employment matters, including trade unions and employee/works councils
* Lead and support on TUPE transfers, restructures and reorganisations
* Manage dismissals, redundancies and employee relations issues
* Provide pragmatic advice across the full spectrum of UK employment law
* Support negotiations and consultation processes with unions and employee representatives
* Work closely with HR, senior leaders and external counsel as required
About You
* Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with strong in‑house or private practice employment law experience
* Solid background in trade union engagement, works councils, and TUPE
* Confident handling dismissal processes and complex ER issues
* Commercial, pragmatic and comfortable working autonomously
* Prior in‑house experience preferred, but not essential
What’s on Offer
* 6‑month contract with immediate impact
* Collaborative, professional working environment
* Hybrid or flexible working arrangements available