Legal Counsel

Howden

Hybrid
Uk-qualified solicitor
Employment law advice
Disciplinary and grievance handling
Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart, offering a culture that prioritizes work-life balance and career progression

Job Summary

  • Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart, offering a culture that prioritizes work-life balance and career progression.
  • The role involves providing day-to-day employment law advice to HR and business leaders on matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and restructures.
  • Candidates will partner closely with HR stakeholders to develop best-practice processes while managing cost-effective use of external legal resources.

Matching Summary

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart, offering a culture that prioritizes work-life balance and career progression.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • UK-qualified solicitor
  • Employment law advice
  • Disciplinary and grievance handling
  • Drafting settlement agreements
  • Redundancy consultation experience

Nice-to-have

  • High Court litigation experience
  • Private practice background welcome
  • Commercial mindset
  • Collaborative solutions-oriented approach
  • Proactive positive attitude

Key Requirements

  • UK-qualified solicitor status required
  • Strong legal analytical skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders

Work Rights

Must be UK-qualified solicitor

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