Legal Counsel, Employment - Maternity cover

As a Legal Counsel at Sodexo, you are not just a skilled professional; you are an essential part of a team that values legal expertise and integrity. This role enables you to leverage your legal skills to advise on complex contracts directly impacting our UK and Ireland operations. As a Legal Counsel, you will provide employment law advice and solutions for Sodexo UK&Ireland. Your role is critical in safeguarding our operations and supporting our growth strategy, making a direct impact on our success,

• Providing effective legal advice on all areas of employment law as required by internal stakeholders across the organisation.
• Providing and managing effective legal advice and support on all aspects of employment-related matters, including: complex ER matters, projects, HR policies, early conciliation and Employment Tribunal claims, employment terms and conditions, TUPE and outsourcing, industrial relations, settlement agreements and pensions and benefits.
• Providing advice on collective (as well as individual) employment matters including consultation procedures, restructuring and redundancies.
• Supporting the business with the introduction of new legislation to ensure compliant processes and effective risk management.
• Collaborating with the HR community in providing legal training to HR and the business on all areas of employment law and HR policies to raise and maintain levels of awareness and compliance.
  
  Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK or equivalent jurisdiction with employment law experience (ideally 3 years PQE+).
• Broad knowledge and experience of employment law and practice.
• Strong skills in negotiation, drafting, legal analysis and problem resolution.
• Ability to advise on legal and commercial options.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

Competitive salary Fixed term contract - 13 months maternity cover 2 days work from office Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached., Salary Competitive salary depending on experience