Commercial & Projects Solicitor | Hybrid Work & Growth

Northyorks; Northallerton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working with home-working

Flexible hours

Career progression opportunities

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Employee benefits

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a qualified solicitor/barrister/CILEX to join the Legal Service. The role provides expert advice across commercial, procurement and governance matters and carries responsibility for a varied caseload.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, advise on procurement projects, and work with external clients through First North Law LLP. The team operates in a supportive, flexible environment with hybrid working and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX to practice law.
• Experience in Commercial & Projects Law.
• Strong research and legal analysis skills.
• Ability to provide clear legal advice on complex issues.
• Collaborative mindset and team player.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contracts for supplies, services and works.
• Advise on complex procurement projects supporting regeneration and development.
• Provide guidance on contracts, grants, subsidy control and procurement processes.
• Advise on insourcing, outsourcing, IP matters and joint-use arrangements.
• Support external clients through First North Law LLP.

Skills

Commercial & Projects Law

Legal analysis

Clear legal advice

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX qualification

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a qualified solicitor/barrister/CILEX to join the Legal Service. The role provides expert advice across commercial, procurement and governance matters and carries responsibility for a varied caseload.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, advise on procurement projects, and work with external clients through First North Law LLP. The team operates in a supportive, flexible environment with hybrid working and ongoing professional development.