Legal Officer

4 weeks ago


York, York City, United Kingdom City of York Council Full time

The team carry out work with significant impact for some of the city's most vulnerable resident and this role presents the successful candidate with a genuine opportunity to make a difference.

You will predominantly support the work of the social care mini team who provide legal representation, advice and assistance to the children's and adult's social care departments within the council.

The main focus will be children's law matters; in particular care proceedings, adoption proceedings and pre-proceedings work. However, there will also be opportunities to develop your skills with work across the court team and in particular with our adult social care lawyers.

If you have a law degree, a CILEX qualification, are a solicitor or barrister or are working towards of these qualifications, and you have experience or demonstrable commitment to legal work in one of the above areas, we would be delighted to hear from you.

This role is suitable as a job share opportunity.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.

The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Philippa Gowland at or on

Or George Eddon at on

Closing date: Wednesday 12 June 2024 at 12 midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 25 June 2024


  • Legal Secretary

    2 weeks ago


    York, York City, United Kingdom stephenson-jones legal recruitment Full time

    Superb opportunity exists in the York area with a dynamic highly professional law practice. This isn't an ordinary role, it offers variety, extensive training, fantastic prospects, an excellent salary and many, many benefits.We're looking for a legal secretary - with ideally around 1-2 years experience, who wants to develop and grow as the firm expands. The...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom G2 Legal Limited Full time

    My client is a well-respected regional firm with offices in the heart of Yorkshire. They have a long history of providing quality services to their Clients ranging from business, families and individuals.They are looking to expand their well-established team with the addition of a Legal Assistant in their York office.Duties will include: To efficiently and...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Sacco Mann Full time

    A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Chartered Legal Executive specialising in high-end medical negligence claims to join a specialist department in a highly regarded firm based in York.Running your own caseload of high value, complex claims, this is the perfect opportunity for the right candidate to really establish themselves in this practice area.This...

  • Legal Secretary

    2 weeks ago


    York, York City, United Kingdom Page Personnel Full time

    Great competitive salary of £22k Great opportunity to join a growing businessAbout Our Client:Page Personnel are recruiting on behalf of their client who are a respected accredited law firm with offices in York, Wetherby and Malton. You will be joining a firm that has seen a significant growth over the last few years and has a large share of the legal...

  • Legal Secretary

    2 weeks ago


    York, York City, United Kingdom Reed Business Support Full time

    Our Client based in York City Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join their busy Legal Team and support their Private Client and Conveyancing Solicitors.Working full time 35 hours a week Monday-Friday office hours. Office based.Duties and responsibilities: Providing full secretarial support including using a digital dictation system...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Clear IT Recruitment Full time

    Clinical Negligence Solicitor/Legal Executive Position at York, Yorkshire OfficesJoin a specialized team that helps individuals with injury claims due to negligence. The focus is on complex, life-changing injuries.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ambitious, aiming for a long-term career, collaborating with dedicated professionals.Have strong...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Clayton legal Full time

    Private Client Solicitor in York - Salary negotiable dependent upon experience. My client is a highly regarded Law firm, with multiple offices across Yorkshire. Due to continued growth, they are currently looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor for their office in York. **What's in it for you?** - The opportunity to join a well-established MultiService...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom CRA Legal Full time

    Clinical Negligence Solicitor £38,000 to £60,000 per annum York (hybrid) Full Time, PermanentThe organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package:25 days holiday plus bank holidays Additional leave over the festive period Enhanced pension Enhanced parental leave Enhanced sickness pay Hybrid working Agile working Flexible working...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom CRA Legal Full time

    Clinical Negligence Solicitor £38,000 to £60,000 per annum York (hybrid) Full Time, PermanentThe organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package:25 days holiday plus bank holidays Additional leave over the festive period Enhanced pension Enhanced parental leave Enhanced sickness pay Hybrid working Agile working Flexible working...

  • Legal Secretary

    2 weeks ago


    York, York City, United Kingdom Fusion Resources Ltd Full time

    Fusion resources are looking for a legal assistant to join a law firm in York, who have an unmatched reputation, amazing benefits and are a joy to work with.As a Legal admin - private client you will be responsible for providing full support to the solicitor as required, you must have strong administrative and organisational skills for this role. If you are...

  • Legal Manager

    2 weeks ago


    York, York City, United Kingdom Persimmon Homes Full time

    Job Description From the commitment we pour into our homes, to the belief we bring to supporting amazing careers, a role at Persimmon is a springboard for Building Your New Possible. Discover new opportunities to grow, learn new skills and release your potential. We're Persimmon Homes, a FTSE 100 listed company and a leading UK house builder serving local...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Clear IT Recruitment Full time

    My client is searching for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their York,Yorkshire offices on a hybrid basis. My client is recruiting for an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their specialist Clinical Negligence team. Their team help people with injury claims caused by negligence, with a focus on complex, life-changing...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Think Legal Recruitment Full time

    Commercial Litigation Solicitor NQ+Think Legal are working alongside a strong regional Legal 500 practice who are looking for a junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their busy team in Leeds city centre. The role will be ideally suited for a Solicitor from NQ-3 years' PQE who has done a commercial litigation seat as part of their training or is...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Sacco Mann Full time

    Sacco Mann are recruiting for a Chartered Legal Executive to join a busy law firm based in York.The law firm have been running for many years and due to company growth, they are now looking for a Chartered Legal Executive to join their York private client team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Chartered Legal Executive with upwards of 3 years'...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Think Legal Recruitment Full time

    Commercial Litigation Solicitor NQ+LeedsThink Legal are working alongside a strong regional Legal 500 practice who are looking for a junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their busy team in Leeds city centre.The role will be ideally suited for a Solicitor from NQ-3 years' PQE who has done a commercial litigation seat as part of their training or is...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Think Legal Recruitment Full time

    Commercial Litigation Solicitor NQ+LeedsThink Legal are working alongside a strong regional Legal 500 practice who are looking for a junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their busy team in Leeds city centre.The role will be ideally suited for a Solicitor from NQ-3 years' PQE who has done a commercial litigation seat as part of their training or is...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Sacco Mann Full time

    Sacco Mann are recruiting for a Chartered Legal Executive to join a busy law firm based in York.The law firm have been running for many years and due to company growth, they are now looking for a Chartered Legal Executive to join their York private client team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Chartered Legal Executive with upwards of 3 years'...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Anakin Seal Legal Full time

    A rare chance to work in house for a FTSE 250 company and leading property business. You will be based in their North Yorkshire office and join their well-established legal team.THE ROLEOur client is looking to add to their existing legal team to take on a diverse caseload of commercial and commercial property agreements with a focus on the latter. Suitable...


  • York, York City, United Kingdom Clear IT Recruitment Full time

    My client is searching for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their York,Yorkshire offices on a hybrid basis.The role: My client is recruiting for an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their specialist Clinical Negligence team. Their team help people with injury claims caused by negligence, with a focus on complex,...

  • Real Estate Solicitor

    2 months ago


    York, York City, United Kingdom Think Legal Recruitment Full time

    Real Estate Solicitor - 3 years PQE+ - Market Leading TeamLeedsThink Legal Recruitment are working alongside a market leading Yorkshire law firm who are looking for a junior-mid level real estate solicitor to join their busy and expanding team. The team is one of the largest in the region and highly ranked in the leading legal directories.This is a fantastic...