Employment Legal Counsel in Doncaster

Job description

A leading UK retail group is seeking a commercially minded Employment Legal Counsel to join its collaborative in-house legal team. This is a high-impact role offering variety, autonomy, and the chance to shape employment practices across a large, people-focused organisation.

The Role: You’ll provide strategic legal advice on a wide range of employment law matters, working closely with HR and ER teams. From handling Employment Tribunal claims to supporting policy development and large-scale consultations, your expertise will help drive fair, compliant, and effective people practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on all aspects of employment law including disciplinaries, grievances, redundancy, discrimination, and whistleblowing.
• Manage Employment Tribunal claims end-to-end, including advocacy at preliminary hearings.
• Draft and review employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
• Support internal investigations and consultations.
• Deliver training and legal updates to stakeholders.
• Deputise for the Senior Employment Counsel when needed.

About You:

• UK-qualified solicitor specialising in employment law.
• Strong communicator with excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Able to deliver pragmatic, business-focused legal advice.
• Comfortable working independently and cross-functionally.
• In-house experience is welcome but not essential.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model – 3 days onsite at a South Yorkshire-based office.
• Annual bonus – up to £9,000.
• £6,000 car allowance – available as a cash alternative.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Generous staff discounts on products.
• Well-being perks and support programs.
• Pension and savings schemes.
• Life assurance and sick pay provisions.
• Private medical insurance.

Inclusive Culture: The organisation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Doncaster

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

16-09-2025

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English