Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of a London broough Council who are seeking an Employment Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis. Please find below further detailsd with regards to this role.ROLE: Senior Employment Lawyer / Employment LawyerLOCATION: London / home workingRATE: £45.00 to £55.00 per hourCONTRACT: 6 months with possibility of extensionPlease note that this position would require office attendance 1 or 2 times per month.The Role of the Employment Lawyer

• To manage and progress full caseload of a varied mix of Employment (and some education )matters through to completion
• Matters will include the settling of pleadings, preparation for hearings, provision of advice and representation of the Council in all courts, Tribunals and Inquiries
• Hearings will predominantly be online

The Person

• A qualified Solicitor, legal Executive or Barrister with a current practising certificate
• Dealing with Employment Law within a public sector organisation would be essential for this position
• Previous education experience would be advantageous, but this can be developed

The Benefits

• Weekly payroll
• Flexible working arrangements

If this Employment Lawyer sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on , or email . We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.