Location: | Cambridge |
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Salary: | The salary for this post is £40,521 pa (negotiable commensurate with experience and subject to approval) |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 18th September 2024 |
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Closes: | 18th October 2024 |
Job Ref: | AY41239 |
The Role
Legal Services at the University of Cambridge is seeking to recruit an employment solicitor (0-5PQE as a guide) to work within the employment team. Your work will include both contentious and non-contentious matters including (but not limited to) advising in relation to recruitment and dismissals, discrimination and whistleblowing, employment contracts and benefits, policies and procedures, Employment Tribunals, industrial relations and TUPE transfers. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills who has the mind-set, skills and willingness to adapt, develop, learn and grow as an employer lawyer specifically within the HE sector.
The Team & Our Work
Join a dynamic and inspiring group of talented lawyers and administrative professionals who thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our team handles an exceptionally diverse and intriguing range of legal matters, offering you the chance to apply and sharpen your skills in addressing complex challenges within a vibrant and stimulating setting. Each day will bring new experiences and opportunities. You will build strong relationships and gain confidence working with a broad network of staff across the University. As a trusted and respected internal resource, you will provide reliable guidance and help position the Division as a key strategic partner within the organisation. Our team is in an exciting phase of growth and reshaping, offering a unique opportunity to be part of and contribute to its development.
You will be part of a world-leading institution renowned for its commitment to education, learning, and research at the highest international standards of excellence. For over 800 years the University of Cambridge has been nurturing and developing incredible talent, creating legends and visionaries. Our people have changed the course of history, many times. When it comes to teaching, learning and research, we are world-leading, ground-breaking and have a reputation for excellence. As a key member of the professional services team, you will play a crucial role in helping the University fulfil its mission to contribute to society and make a positive impact on the world. Your work will be meaningful and impactful, driving forward the University's goals and making a tangible difference to the world. Nurturing talent is what we do, and we think you will learn a lot while you are here with us.
We are looking for someone who:
We will expect you to have, at the least, broad employment law experience in private practice or in-house (qualified or as a trainee).
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