EuroLux Consulting
Legal Counsel - Employment lawyer
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Employment Lawyer - In-House Counsel (6+ years’ PQE)
A leading international financial services company, renowned for being a great place to work, is seeking a qualified Employment Lawyer with 6+ years’ Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) to join their UK-based in-house legal team. Reporting to the Group Head of Legal, this role is ideal for an experienced professional looking for a career in an established and respected organisation.
Key Objectives of the Role
- Hybrid working model: Minimum of 3 days in the office (south east, UK) with 2 days working remotely on a flexible basis (consideration for part-time candidates).
- Act as a trusted and pragmatic advisor to the HR team and business leadership, offering guidance on:
- Current and upcoming employment legislation and best practices
- Dispute resolution and tribunal representation
- Project leadership, coordinating legal strategy across the organisation
- Contract drafting: Employment contracts, policies, and procedural documents
- Operate with high autonomy in a dynamic environment
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Experience & Qualifications
- Qualification: Eligible for full practising rights as a solicitor or barrister (UK qualified or internationally qualified with Fall Back Rights).
- Essential:
- Specialisation in employment law at a senior level (meeting the 6+ years PQE requisite)
- Ideally, a blend of large law firm experience with in-house exposure
- Desirable & Preferred Competencies:
- Commercial acumen: ability to balance legal expertise with pragmatic business solutions
- Excellence in communication: clear, concise, and influential presentations
- International perspective, given the employer’s global operations
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving regulatory environments
By joining this team, you’ll contribute to a thriving, stable business with a reputation for fostering top talent while engaging on meaningful projects.
What We Offer
- A competitive remuneration package aligned at market leading levels
- Market-leading benefits, including:
- Health insurance
- Pension contribution schemes
- Career development opportunities
- Autonomy and growth: collaborative yet individual initiatives for advancement
- A reputation of being considered a ‘tech leader’ amongst competitors
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Your Next Step
If this role excites you, apply confidentially by submitting your CV in English for review.
We acknowledge all strong applications, however, due to time constraints, we are unable to respond to every enquiry. Applicants shortlisted will be contacted directly.
Note
- Applicants cannot currently hold or have held a valid right to work in the UK unless you can evidence your ability to fulfil this requirement at the formal offer stage.
- This client conducts background checks before offering employment
- All applications are handled strictly in confidence.
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