Applications are encouraged from people who are under-represented in the union. We actively encourage Women, Ethnic Diverse/Global Majority Heritage, Disabled and LGBT+ people to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

GMB’s Southern Region are seeking applications from a committed Legal Professional to join them as a Legal Officer who will be responsible for the management and delivery of the Region’s legal services and lead on the regional development of legal services through UnionLine.

GMB is one of the UK and Ireland’s largest trade unions: we’re proud to represent members from across the professional spectrum and put the needs of our members at the forefront of everything we do.

The successful candidate can be based at any GMB office in Southern Region. However, candidates should be aware that they will be required to work from the Southern Regional Office in Chessington, at the discretion of the Regional Secretary, in order to meet the needs of the Region.

As Regional Legal Officer you will use your knowledge of employment law and your ability to deliver legal advice and representation to support our members, activists and full-time officers in professional regulatory proceedings, and in employment law issues more generally. You’ll lead on the provision of legal advice and support on a broad range of matters, including:

• Unfair dismissal
• Redundancy
• Discrimination
• Equal pay
• Employment Tribunal procedures
• Advising the region’s Officers on Industrial Action ballots and processes
• Advising Officers on Central Arbitration Committee procedures for the purpose of, but not limited to, recognition applications and will bear primary responsibility for the management and overview of all employment law related matters being pursued by Panel solicitors and UnionLine on behalf of the Region.

We are looking for the successful applicant to be able to demonstrate sound analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with proven influencing and advocacy skills. You will need to have the ability to explain technical legal concepts to a non-legal audience through your excellent written, spoken communication skills and presentation skills.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to possess the ability to work well under pressure and demonstrate strong organisational ability, together with the ability to manage confidential concerns with sensitivity, which is essential.

In return, we offer excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Childcare Assistance Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Eye Care claim back Scheme
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Annual Health Check

This a varied and interesting role, and the successful applicant should possess a flexible and pro-active attitude; if you think you may be who were looking for and if you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification of the job description, we’d like to hear from you.

TO APPLY: If you’d like to apply, please download the application pack documents located on the right-hand side.

Please note:

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure you have completed all sections of the application form (including referee details) and submitted no later than the specified deadline.