Corporate Lawyer (Employment Law)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 26 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £26.26 i £34.73 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Pay Rates: £26.26 PAYE / £34.73 Umbrella |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Islington, North London |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Neway International Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1651261 |
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Neway International are seeking a Corporate Lawyer to join our client London Borough of Islington, based at 222 Upper Street.
Location: 222 Upper Street, Islington, London Hours: 35 per week (09:00 – 17:30) Start Date: 07/12/2025 End Date: 06/03/2026
Pay Rates: £26.26 PAYE / £34.73 Umbrella IR35 Status: Inside IR35
About the Client
Islington Council is committed to challenging inequality and delivering high-quality services for its diverse communities. As one of London’s largest employers, the Council values collaboration, ambition, resourcefulness, and empowerment – principles that guide its work and underpin its mission to serve.
The Role
As a Corporate Lawyer, you will provide specialist legal advice and support across a range of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious. You will manage a varied caseload, advise on council powers and procedures, and ensure compliance with statutory obligations. This role requires strong advocacy skills, the ability to draft and amend policies, and a proactive approach to supporting colleagues and service areas.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-level legal advice and assistance on employment law matters.
Manage contentious and non-contentious employment cases, undertaking advocacy where required.
Advise on council powers, procedures, and ensure legality of decision-making.
Draft, amend, and advise on council policies to ensure compliance with law and best practice.
Attend committees and provide clear, proactive advice to officers and members.
Keep up to date with changes in employment law and provide training to colleagues.
Contribute to corporate policy and project groups, supporting service improvement.
Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection, and other relevant legislation.
Candidate Requirements
Qualified solicitor, barrister, or fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives in England (or comparable jurisdiction).
Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualified experience in the legal profession.
Experience in employment law, including contentious and non-contentious matters.
Strong knowledge of employment legislation, civil procedure, and tribunal rules.
Proven ability to prepare cases, obtain and evaluate evidence, and act as advocate.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong presentation ability.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, supporting training and development of colleagues.
Strong IT skills and ability to use case management systems effectively.
This is a desk-based role with hybrid working arrangements. Regular on-site collaboration is expected, alongside flexibility to work remotely with the right technology.
Location: 222 Upper Street, Islington, London Hours: 35 per week (09:00 – 17:30) Start Date: 07/12/2025 End Date: 06/03/2026
Pay Rates: £26.26 PAYE / £34.73 Umbrella IR35 Status: Inside IR35
About the Client
Islington Council is committed to challenging inequality and delivering high-quality services for its diverse communities. As one of London’s largest employers, the Council values collaboration, ambition, resourcefulness, and empowerment – principles that guide its work and underpin its mission to serve.
The Role
As a Corporate Lawyer, you will provide specialist legal advice and support across a range of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious. You will manage a varied caseload, advise on council powers and procedures, and ensure compliance with statutory obligations. This role requires strong advocacy skills, the ability to draft and amend policies, and a proactive approach to supporting colleagues and service areas.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-level legal advice and assistance on employment law matters.
Manage contentious and non-contentious employment cases, undertaking advocacy where required.
Advise on council powers, procedures, and ensure legality of decision-making.
Draft, amend, and advise on council policies to ensure compliance with law and best practice.
Attend committees and provide clear, proactive advice to officers and members.
Keep up to date with changes in employment law and provide training to colleagues.
Contribute to corporate policy and project groups, supporting service improvement.
Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection, and other relevant legislation.
Candidate Requirements
Qualified solicitor, barrister, or fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives in England (or comparable jurisdiction).
Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualified experience in the legal profession.
Experience in employment law, including contentious and non-contentious matters.
Strong knowledge of employment legislation, civil procedure, and tribunal rules.
Proven ability to prepare cases, obtain and evaluate evidence, and act as advocate.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong presentation ability.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, supporting training and development of colleagues.
Strong IT skills and ability to use case management systems effectively.
This is a desk-based role with hybrid working arrangements. Regular on-site collaboration is expected, alongside flexibility to work remotely with the right technology.