Legal Assistant

1 week ago

Winchester, United Kingdom Hampshire County Council Full time

Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working) Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered) Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 22 December 2025 The Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a legal assistant to join our Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law team at Hampshire County Council. Are you looking for a challenging and diverse role working as part of a friendly and supportive team, with an opportunity to make a real difference? Supporting the Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law team, our close-knit group of nine enjoy working with the whole of Hampshire County Council to ensure the Council is protected in relation to the contracts which are entered into. Join our team with this unique opportunity. What you’ll do: In your role, you will be allocated work by the lawyers to include the drafting of documentation (to include service contracts, variations, Deeds of Novation, confidentiality agreements etc), review of contracts (to include supplier’s terms and conditions, framework agreements and call-off contracts etc) and research relating to contract and procurement matters. Our roles offer the unique level of support that comes with working within this team and Hampshire County Council generally and provides a valuable opportunity to further your career in our well-respected team. What we’re looking for: Ideally educated to degree level, preferably in Law, (or with equivalent qualifications) and preferably with recent experience in local government and/or contract and procurement law matters, your communication and presentation skills will be excellent. Your ability to work as part of a team, meet strict deadlines and work successfully under pressure will be key. Why join us? Our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our residents also extends to our employees. It is important to us that our staff feel supported in their work. We offer a variety of flexible working options and furthermore, you will benefit from a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance and access to a desirable pension scheme. The work is varied, important, and fundamental to the County Council’s corporate priorities, so you will need to be highly resilient and motivated. Previous experience is not necessary if you are highly motivated and share our passion in delivering the best for vulnerable children within the Hampshire area, working within a strong team with a genuine sense of community. Having successfully adopted online and hybrid working, we can consider candidates from out of the area, working partially remotely and from our offices in Winchester. There's a minimum requirement to be office based one day per week and you'll need to attend meetings in person when required. Hampshire County Council can offer you a good work-life balance through flexible working and our excellent benefits package including: Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Between 25 - 30 days annual leave entitlement (dependant on Local Authority service) Interest free travel loans and discounts Employee Support Services Family friendly policies

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