Your new company

A leading global digital infrastructure and telecommunications business is seeking an interim Senior Employment Counsel to join on a 4‑day‑per‑week, 6‑month contract, starting ASAP. You’ll have the option to work fully remote, with office space available in London.

With major projects underway – including new ventures, consolidations and group‑wide restructures – this is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑performing team at a pivotal moment for the organisation.

Your new role

Acting as the primary legal contact for the global HR function, you will support the business across a broad range of employment law matters, including:

• Advising on complex, cross‑functional and multi‑jurisdictional transformation projects central to the company’s strategic and HR priorities.

• Managing legal and employee relations risk across the business.

• Supporting delivery of key strategic people initiatives.

• Providing day‑to‑day employment law advice to HR and business stakeholders.

You’ll be working at the heart of a global organisation, helping to shape and deliver major projects with significant business impact.

What you'll need to succeed

In addition to holding a current Solicitor's Practising Certificate, you will bring:

• Extensive experience (10+ years as a guideline) in employment law, ideally including exposure to corporate or commercial matters

• Experience advising within an international, group‑level or multi‑jurisdictional environment

• A strong track record of C‑Suite stakeholder engagement

• A highly autonomous, proactive and self‑directed approach to work

Experience in employment litigation or post‑acquisition integration would be particularly advantageous.

What you'll get in return

• A day rate of up to £700 PAYE

• Remote working (London office available if preferred)

• 80% part‑time schedule (4 days per week)

What you need to do now

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