Senior Employment Counsel - Contractor (Remote)

Interim Senior Employment Counsel (Contract | Remote | Immediate Start) We are partnering with a global, technology-led professional services organisation to appoint an Interim Senior Employment Counsel on a fully remote contract (2–3 months) . This role has arisen due to a particularly busy summer period, providing coverage across employee leave and increased workload. It's an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced in-house legal team and make an immediate impact. About the Business A large, international organisation operating at the intersection of technology, consulting, and digital transformation Global footprint with a diverse, highly skilled workforce Known for its collaborative culture and innovative approach to solving complex client challenges Key Responsibilities You will act as a trusted advisor across a range of employment law matters, including: Providing pragmatic, commercially focused employment law advice to HR and business stakeholders Supporting on contentious and non-contentious employment matters , including disputes, grievances, and disciplinaries Advising on employee relations issues across multiple jurisdictions (primarily UK/EU/EMEA-focused) Drafting and reviewing employment documentation , policies, and contracts Supporting on restructuring, reorganisations, and workforce planning initiatives Partnering closely with People/HR teams and leadership stakeholders to manage risk and deliver solutions Assisting with day-to-day legal queries in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Ideal Candidate Profile Qualified lawyer with strong employment law experience Prior in-house experience is ideal (secondment or otherwise) Demonstrable ability to operate in a commercial, business-facing capacity Broad, generalist employment law knowledge across contentious and advisory matters Comfortable working autonomously in a remote environment Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Available to start immediately Why Apply? Opportunity to work with a globally recognised organisation and well established employment team Fully remote and highly flexible working arrangement Exposure to a variety of complex and interesting employment law matters A chance to make an immediate and meaningful impact within a busy legal function Highly competitive day rate - inside IR35