Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF18815

Overview

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ we are not just imagining tomorrow – we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Legal Counsel (Employment) at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Legal Counsel specialising in Employment you will provide legal advice and counsel to the QinetiQ Group, covering all aspects of industrial relations and employment law, related litigation and mediation issues, regulatory compliance and broader legal subjects relating to employment issues.

Day‑to‑day you’ll report into the Group Head of Employment Law and collaborate as needed with the People Function, Sector Operations, our in‑house Legal & IP Team and our global network of external legal counsel.

Your Responsibilities

• Working on diverse and complex litigation cases at tribunal as well as advising and supporting disciplinaries and grievances
• Applying your UK employment knowledge across multiple jurisdictions in partnership with international partners
• Actively supporting the mergers, acquisitions and sales departments
• Identifying and supporting development of new policy & process improvements, training needs for the People Function, and advising on new employment‑related legislation that may affect the business
• Maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and functional colleagues, and promoting the value of the group’s Legal, IP and Company Secretarial team

Essential Experience

• A well‑developed grounding in all aspects of employment law, with sound legal judgment and understanding of the employment regulatory environment
• Experience working in a law firm or in‑house legal team

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified employment lawyer with 2‑3 years post‑qualification within employment law

We value difference and do not have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education; provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough. Hybrid working patterns are available.

Location – Farnborough

Our Farnborough site is home to a state‑of‑the‑art facility with high‑energy laser technologies, our 5 m pressurised wind tunnel – a unique simulation capability in the UK – and large research and development projects that create a true hub of creativity and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions teams and many more to deliver future defences in the UK.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we expand into new markets worldwide, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. Success comes from our appetite for innovation and the courage to tackle a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee you’ll experience a unique working environment that encourages collaboration across diverse backgrounds, disciplines and experiences. Through effective teamwork and shared perspectives you’ll help solve complex problems in an inclusive culture where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential.

Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. https://www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more
• Support for the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining a Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering opportunities – helping charities and local community

Recruitment Process

We aim to make our recruitment process as inclusive as possible, creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in an assessment, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many QinetiQ roles require national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. Some roles also have additional restrictions, such as nationality or previous nationalities that may affect employment.

All applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.