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Employment Lawyer – Peterborough City Council
£49,764 – £53,895 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid (2 days in office)
Define the Role. Shape Policy. Be the Expert.
This is a rare chance to take full ownership of employment law within a local authority. Peterborough City Council is hiring its first dedicated Employment Lawyer, a brand-new role where you’ll lead from day one and influence people policy across the organisation.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Advising on the full range of employment law issues
- Advise on complex tribunal cases
- Representing the Council in Employment Tribunals
- Working closely with HR to shape policy and reduce legal risk
- Drafting contracts, policies, settlement agreements, and guiding on investigations
- Advising on TUPE, restructures, and organisational change
- Leading on legal responses to employment-related complaints and procedures
Why This Role is Different
- Greenfield Opportunity – Build the employment law function from the ground up
- Strategic Influence – Work in true partnership with HR and senior leaders
- Visible Impact – Directly shape the Council’s people practices and policies
- Flexibility – Just 2 days a week in-office, with modern hybrid working setup
- Supportive Culture – Join a collaborative, forward-thinking legal team
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx Fellow
- Strong employment law experience, including tribunal representation
- Confidence advising senior stakeholders and presenting legal advice clearly
- A strategic, pragmatic mindset with a collaborative working style
- Interest in shaping internal policy and being a trusted go-to advisor
Want to know more?
Contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group: [email protected]
