Legal Assistant (Contracts / Procurement)
Middlesbrough Council
Middlesbrough
£28,598 - £30,024
Contract
Full time
NEW
We have an exciting role on offer within our Legal Service as a Legal Assistant (Contracts / Procurement). Middlesbrough Council is a forward‑thinking Council with ambitious plans. We have carried out a review of our contracts and procurement team and we are now looking to recruit a Legal Assistant to join the team to carry out their own case load and support our Lawyers to deliver the Councils strategic objectives through the provision of a first‑class legal service.
It may be that you are studying towards a legal qualification, a recent graduate or have been working in a law firm for several years and looking for a change. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!
Legal Services at Middlesbrough Council reflects the core values with our business partners and, in addition to being a great place to work, we offer the successful candidate the opportunity of blended home/office working, providing a flexible approach to build on a good work‑life balance.
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Catherine Cunningham, Interim Head of Legal Services (Places) on 01642 729753 or email catherine_cunningham@middlesbrough.gov.uk
Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
What we offer
* Electric Car Scheme
* Generous Annual Leave
* Pension Scheme
* Flexible/Hybrid Working
* Health & Well‑being Benefits
* Discounts on gym memberships, retailers and more
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