In-House Employment Lawyer, Glasgow

Excellent new role for an Employment Lawyer to move in-house and join a leading financial services company based in their offices in Glasgow. This role is a fixed-term contract for 12 months. 

Working as part of the Legal & Governance team and reporting directly to the Head of Legal, you will provide employment law advice to HR and business stakeholders. The role will include:

• Supporting complex disciplinary and grievance cases.
• Providing advice on the implementation of HR policies.
• Supporting change initiatives during both the planning and implementation stages, engaging with suppliers to oversee their handling of Settlement Agreements.
• Drafting Settlement Agreements and advising on any Employment Tribunal claims.
• Acting as a focal point and subject matter expert on employment law, including advising on implementation of new legislation.
• Managing external law firms.

Candidate Requirements:

• Current practicing certificate from the Law Society of Scotland or the Law Society of England and Wales.
• Proven record in providing 'hands on' accurate, timely employment legal advice.
• Ability to build relationships.
• Excellent analytical and decision making skills together with an ability to communicate in a commercial and non-technical manner.
• Experience working in financial services or a regulated environment would be an advantage but not essential. 

On offer is a highly competitive salary and benefits package. 

To discuss this role in confidence or to apply, please contact David Thomson, Director at Thomson Legal by completing the Apply Now details in the box below. Alternatively, please click on the Thomson Legal logo to access our recruiter profile where you can contact us directly via telephone, email or social media.