In-House Employment Lawyer

Join a FTSE 100 business that is a leader in its sector, where you will gain exposure to an exceptional quality of work and the opportunity to grow as a lawyer. This is an unrivalled opportunity to develop your skills alongside experienced lawyers, while having genuine flexibility and an attractive package. The Company: This growing, FTSE 100 business is at the forefront of some of the most important projects in the world and is a global household name. Their supportive and dynamic environment offers significant opportunities for growth and advancement, making it an exceptional place to build your career in the long term. The Role: This is a rare opportunity for an Employment Lawyer to join a close-knit in-house employment law team in Surrey. You can expect to gain exposure to a genuinely varied workload of high quality contentious & non-contentious matters, including disciplinary & grievances, policies, M&A support, commercial matters, and supporting other legal teams (such as on ESG). You can expect to be working on valuable matters with a highly skilled workforce. You will also be responsible for your own business areas, giving you responsibility and the opportunity to build relationships with key senior stakeholders. This is a varied role offering complex, intellectually stimulating work, significant opportunities for development, and genuine flexibility. This opportunity would suit you if you are a lawyer in private practice looking for your first in-house legal counsel role. Alternatively, you might be an existing legal counsel looking to join a growing, global business at the forefront of innovation in its sector. About you: · This role is open to applications from Employment Lawyers between 4 - 10 years PQE · Have a primarily respondent/employer focused background · Experience of contentious & non-contentious matters · Be a commercially aware individual and be comfortable building relationships at all levels · Must be UK qualified What's on offer? Salary: circa £80 - 95k + bonus + car allowance Flexibility: hybrid working, typically 2 days in the office. Other benefits: enhanced employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave (+ BHs), private medical, share scheme, etc. Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to call me for a confidential chat to discuss the role further. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.