Employment Solicitor

Stone King LLP

. Support and work on complex and high value legal matters within the Charity sector .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Employment Law, including Tribunal Preparation and Contract Drafting, while effectively managing a caseload and building strong client relationships within the Charity sector. Exhibits strong organizational and communication skills to enhance client service and drive business development initiatives.

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Employment Law ExperienceContract DraftingTribunal PreparationBusiness Development InitiativesStakeholder Engagement Skills

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Hard Skills

Employment LawContract DraftingTribunal PreparationDisciplinary Procedures KnowledgeGrievance Procedures KnowledgeTUPE KnowledgeSettlement AgreementsAdvocacyPension IssuesSecondment Agreements

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsExcellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationSolutions Focused ApproachAdaptable Approach

Industry Keywords

Charity SectorEmployment TribunalCharity Commission Regulatory FrameworkThird Sector ClientsClient Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and work on complex and high value legal matters within the Charity sector
Provide employment advice and assistance to firm clients and prospective clients
Build trusted, long-term client relationships
Collaborate across the team and wider firm to deliver high-quality client service
Work alongside the HR Consultancy team
Participate in business development, including networking, thought leadership and client engagement
Identify opportunities to enhance client service and improve ways of working
Manage matters to high standards, within deadlines and with commercial awareness
Maintain professional and regulatory standards
Continue professional development and stay informed of legal and sector developments
Manage an individual Employment Tribunal caseload, with supervision where appropriate
Review and draft contracts of employment
Advise on disciplinary, grievance, TUPE, discrimination, whistleblowing, employment status and pension issues
Prepare bespoke contracts, including secondment and consultancy agreements
Assist with termination negotiations and settlement agreements
Advise within the Charity Commission regulatory framework
Prepare cases for Tribunal hearings and carry out advocacy before final hearings where appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Employment law experience
An interest in working with Charity clients
Knowledge of Disciplinary and grievance procedures
Knowledge of TUPE issues
Contract drafting
Tribunal Preparation
Knowledge and drive to grow business development initiatives
Experience in working with charities / third sector clients
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and confidence to challenge constructively and offer alternative approaches
Solutions focused approach with drive to improve processes and outcomes
Strong organisation skills, taking full ownership of tasks and ensuring delivery within agreed deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas and influence decision-making effectively
Adaptable approach in managing workload and supporting others
Ability to work collaboratively and team-first attitude

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Profit Share Scheme
Private Medical Insurance
Life assurance (4x salary)
Pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
28 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
Enhanced leave provisions for key life events
An additional paid day each year to support CSR and volunteering activities
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
A collaborative, inclusive and supportive culture
Investment in learning, development and career progression
The opportunity to work alongside market-leading sector specialists
Meaningful work that delivers positive impact for clients, communities and society