Employment Lawyer - Peterborough City Council

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 DoingAdvising on the full range of employment law issuesAdvise on complex tribunal casesRepresenting the Council in Employment TribunalsWorking closely with HR to shape policy and reduce legal riskDrafting contracts, policies, settlement agreements, and guiding on investigationsAdvising on TUPE, restructures, and organisational changeLeading on legal responses to employment-related complaints and proceduresWhy This Role is DifferentGreenfield Opportunity – Build the employment law function from the ground upStrategic Influence – Work in true partnership with HR and senior leadersVisible Impact – Directly shape the Council’s people practices and policiesFlexibility – Just 2 days a week in-office, with modern hybrid working setupSupportive Culture – Join a collaborative, forward-thinking legal teamWhat We’re Looking ForQualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx FellowStrong employment law experience, including tribunal representationConfidence advising senior stakeholders and presenting legal advice clearlyA strategic, pragmatic mindset with a collaborative working styleInterest in shaping internal policy and being a trusted go-to advisorWant to know more?Contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group: nstoate@

Created: 2025-08-13