Job description
We’re working exclusively with a fast-growing international business to appoint its first dedicated Employment Legal Counsel. This is a rare opportunity to build and shape the employment law function while working closely with HR, leadership, and legal teams across Europe, the US, and Asia.
The Role
You'll advise on a broad range of employment matters, including:
- Employee relations, investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters
- Employment contracts, policies, and organisational change
- Workforce planning, employment compliance, and legal risk
- Supporting HR and senior stakeholders on strategic employment issues
- Managing external counsel and delivering employment law training
About You
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 1+ years' PQE in employment law
- Strong UK employment law knowledge; international experience is a plus
- Commercial, pragmatic, and confident partnering with business stakeholders
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Why Join?
- Be the first Employment Counsel and shape the function from the ground up
- Broad international exposure in a high-growth, collaborative business
- High visibility with senior leadership and genuine opportunity to make an impact
For a confidential discussion, please contact Edwin at egallego@kgglobal.co.uk
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- London Area
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 20-08-2026
- 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
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