Senior Legal Counsel (Employment)
Melissa Powys-Rodrigues is a highly experienced employment lawyer who provides strategic, risk-based legal advice to Imperial College London's HR teams and senior leadership. Her work spans transactional support, policy development, case management, and litigation, ensuring that employment matters are handled with care and foresight.
With a career that includes roles in both the private sector and across central and local government, Melissa brings a broad and practical perspective to complex employment law challenges. She is known for her pragmatic approach and her ability to translate legal complexities into actionable, business-focused solutions.
Melissa is committed to supporting Imperial in navigating its legal obligations while fostering a compliant, safe, and inclusive environment for staff and students. Her work underpins the institution’s commitment to excellence in people management and governance.