Interim Employment Counsel

Your new company

A leading global digital infrastructure and telecommunications business is seeking an interim Employment Counsel to join on a full-time basis for 4 months, starting ASAP. You'll have the option to work fully remotely, with office space available in London.

With major projects underway - including new ventures, consolidations and group‑wide restructures - this is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑performing team at a pivotal moment for the organisation.

Your new role

Experience in employment litigation or post‑acquisition integration would be advantageous.

• Acting as a key legal contact for the global HR function, you will support the business across a broad range of employment law matters, including:
• Advising on complex, cross‑functional and multi‑jurisdictional transformation projects aligned to business and HR priorities
• Managing legal and employee relations risk across the organisation
• Supporting the delivery of strategic people initiatives
• Providing day‑to‑day employment law advice to HR and business stakeholders

You'll be working as part of a collaborative international team, contributing to high-impact projects across the business.

What you'll need to succeed

In addition to holding a current Solicitor's Practising Certificate, you will bring

• Solid post-qualification experience (5-8 years as a guideline) in employment law, ideally with some exposure to corporate or commercial matters
• Experience advising in an international or multi‑jurisdictional environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to partner effectively with HR and business teams
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach, with the ability to manage a varied workload with appropriate supervision

Experience in employment litigation or post‑acquisition integration would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return

• A day rate of up to £650 PAYE
• Fully remote working (London office available if preferred)
• Meaningful work in a collaborative and friendly environment within a global organisation

What you need to do now

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