Description
Heathrow Airport is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Employment Solicitor to join our in-house legal team.
The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice and support on all employment-related matters, including dealing with Trade Union matters, handling employment tribunal claims, and drafting employment-related policies.
Principal Accountabilities
- Advising on a wide range of employment law issues, including employee relations, disciplinary and grievance matters, discrimination, and TUPE transfers.
- Supporting HR and operational leaders in managing complex cases and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and Heathrow's policies.
- Managing and leading a team of ER advisers.
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment-related documentation such as settlement agreements, contracts, and policy updates.
- Representing Heathrow in employment tribunal proceedings and managing external counsel where appropriate.
- Contributing to strategic projects such as organisational change, workforce planning, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Providing training and guidance to HR and management teams to build capability and promote best practice across the business.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Good understanding of UK employment legislation and in-house Employment Solicitor experience.
- Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate.
- Minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience in employment law.
- Adept at handling consultations with trade unions.
- Exceptional internal and external stakeholder relationship management expertise.
- Advanced written/oral communications skills.
- Self-starter who can work flexibly with high impact and good interpersonal skills.
Ideally, you'll also have:
- Experience in representing clients in employment tribunals.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.