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Our client a true market leader in their field is looking for an experienced Litigation Consultant specialising within employment law to join their field based team. Experienced within Advocacy the successful candidate will manage cases across their locality with some requirement to travel across the UK.This is fantastic opportunity to be able to work from home and within the field representing clients within employment tribunal cases. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Advocate, looking for an improved work life balance or a HR professional who has represented the company interests within a Tribunal setting.We are looking for candidates who are confident, articulate and legally qualified, who have direct employment law experience. The successful candidate will be part of the UK Legal Team and will work closely with the employment law advisory service, the Litigation Executive teams and Senior Leadership Team. There is a strong focus on delivering high standards of care and service to our clients and we are looking for someone with good communication skills and high professional standards. Day to Day Responsibilities: * Review allocated claims brought against clients in the Employment Tribunal, in conjunction with the appointed Litigation Executive preparing the case, to include approving the drafted pleadings, disclosure exercises and bundles of documents. * Representing clients in Tribunals and hearing and contested cases at tribunal * Preparation of cases, write up and running trials in court * Provide clear assessment of client cases, and identify and manage risks to the client including cost implications * Representing client interests wholly and presenting all legal arguments relevant Person Specification * Advocacy experience, ideally within employment law * Experience of representation in employment tribunal cases * Professional qualification preferred but not essential * Hold a full valid driving licence, and can work with autonomy and independently * Ability to work under pressure INDMANS971383BG5R6

Company Overview:Our client is a leading provider of tax advisory services, delivering top-tier professional advice to help businesses improve their performance. With a strong focus on supporting SMEs, they offer a comprehensive suite of services, including tax, VAT, payroll, employment, HR, health & safety, and commercial legal advice. As a trusted partner, they aim to eliminate uncertainty and reduce errors, ensuring businesses thrive. The Opportunity:We are looking for a dedicated and qualified tax specialist to join a dynamic team in a client-facing role. In this position, you'll provide expert advice on tax matters via phone and email, conducting necessary research and offering well-informed insights. With no timesheets to manage and full flexibility to work remotely, this is a unique opportunity for tax professionals seeking a client-centered role without the administrative burdens. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver expert guidance to clients on a range of tax issues through phone and email. * Gather essential information, perform research, and provide accurate, detailed advice. * Reference and apply relevant legislation to resolve client inquiries. * Collaborate with internal teams to stay current on evolving legislation and best practices. Qualifications and Skills: * ATT or CTA tax qualification. * Strong experience in general tax, gained in practice, industry, or HMRC. * An inquisitive, detail-oriented approach with a passion for staying updated on tax legislation. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team. This role offers flexibility and autonomy, making it ideal for experienced tax professionals looking to work in a client-focused, supportive environment. P45993CH11R15INDFIR

Company Overview:Our client is a leading provider of tax advisory services, delivering top-tier professional advice to help businesses improve their performance. With a strong focus on supporting SMEs, they offer a comprehensive suite of services, including tax, VAT, payroll, employment, HR, health & safety, and commercial legal advice. As a trusted partner, they aim to eliminate uncertainty and reduce errors, ensuring businesses thrive. The Opportunity:We are looking for a dedicated and qualified tax specialist to join a dynamic team in a client-facing role. In this position, you'll provide expert advice on tax matters via phone and email, conducting necessary research and offering well-informed insights. With no timesheets to manage and full flexibility to work remotely, this is a unique opportunity for tax professionals seeking a client-centered role without the administrative burdens. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver expert guidance to clients on a range of tax issues through phone and email. * Gather essential information, perform research, and provide accurate, detailed advice. * Reference and apply relevant legislation to resolve client inquiries. * Collaborate with internal teams to stay current on evolving legislation and best practices. Qualifications and Skills: * ATT or CTA tax qualification. * Strong experience in general tax, gained in practice, industry, or HMRC. * An inquisitive, detail-oriented approach with a passion for staying updated on tax legislation. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team. This role offers flexibility and autonomy, making it ideal for experienced tax professionals looking to work in a client-focused, supportive environment. P45993CH11R15INDFIR

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing one of the UK's longest leading professional service providers for HR, Tax, Health and Safety and Reward. We are looking for an experienced Litigation Manager with experience representing clients in Employment Tribunals to join their field-based team department within a vibrant, award-wining, fast growing organisation, who have incredible growth plans and are part of a Global Group.This is fantastic opportunity to work for our client a true market leader, be able to work from home and within the field representing clients within employment tribunal cases and managing the field-based team. A perfect opportunity for a qualified Advocate with leadership experience, who has represented in Employment Tribunals and EAT. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of the team and the throughput of work. They will manage consultants' performance, ensuring they meet quality and performance standards whilst maintaining a high standard of service provision to clients.We are looking for candidates who are confident, articulate and legally qualified, who have direct employment law experience. There is a strong focus on delivering high standards of care and service to our clients and we are looking for someone with good communication skills and high professional standards. Key Responsibilities as a Employment Tribunal Manager: * To oversee the work of the team and ensure that the service is delivered to a high quality, and that hearings are covered, tribunal and other deadlines are met, and resources are utilised efficiently and effectively. * To carry a small tribunal caseload and from time to time, when necessary to meet urgent client or tribunal deadlines, cover additional hearings. * To carry a small EAT caseload and liaise with Counsel on those cases as and when necessary. * To build and maintain a cohesive and motivated team, providing leadership and support to colleagues and peers. * To performance manage all Consultants, identifying training needs and putting the necessary measures in place to ensure that any training that is required is provided. * To conduct, where necessary, any formal meetings such as disciplinary or grievance meetings and provide the necessary outcome in line with the Employee Handbook. * To effectively manage all team absences / sickness and ensure that the RTW process (including completion of the relevant form) is adhered to in line with business requirements. * To effectively manage all intermittent and long-term absences. * To effectively manage all lateness, to include the recording of all lateness and following any persistent lateness. * To assist and support the Associate Director of Legal with investigations into client or personnel issues. * To deal with complaints and any service issues in a timely manner ensuring that a satisfactory resolution is reached. * To manage and deal with any technical queries and escalate where necessary. * To be flexible with work times, as there may be occasions on which you will have to address staff issues outside of core hours, deliver training or have team meetings to capture all team members. Person Specification *…