Highways Legal Assistant: Orders & Agreements (Hybrid)

Leicestershire County Council; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Environment and Property Team. This role involves processing highway agreements and orders, requiring skills in drafting and organization. Ideal candidates will have or be training towards a Legal Executive qualification. The position offers a salary of £26,832 - £28,146 per annum, with a hybrid working style. Applications are welcome from diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities. The closing date for applications is January 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be training towards a Legal Executive qualification or have a relevant qualification.
• Ability to understand and apply statutory provisions and procedures.
• Good drafting, planning, and organization skills required.
• Must have recent experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Process orders necessary for works on public highways.
• Prepare standard highway agreements, licenses, and notices.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Good drafting skills

Planning and organization skills

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

Legal Executive qualification or equivalent

Relevant third qualification

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Environment and Property Team. This role involves processing highway agreements and orders, requiring skills in drafting and organization. Ideal candidates will have or be training towards a Legal Executive qualification. The position offers a salary of £26,832 - £28,146 per annum, with a hybrid working style. Applications are welcome from diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities. The closing date for applications is January 4, 2026.