Hybrid Legal Officer for Transport Projects & Governance

West Yorkshire Combined Authority; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,428 - 39,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Free bus and rail travel

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support services

Modern office environment

Job summary

A regional governance authority in Leeds is seeking a motivated Legal Officer to join their Legal, Governance & Compliance Service Team. The role involves providing legal support for Bus Franchising and Mass Transit programmes, requiring strong skills in legal documentation, stakeholder communication, and a paralegal or law qualification. Benefits include flexible working, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities. The position offers the possibility of hybrid working arrangements while playing a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance for key projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal role with drafting and advice.
• Knowledge in key practice areas: property, projects, procurement & contracts.
• Paralegal / CILEX qualification and law graduate minimum.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, and review legal documentation effectively.
• Collaborate with lawyers on complex legal matters.
• Provide solution-focused legal advice.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting documentation

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Education

Paralegal / CILEX qualification (Level 3 Diploma)

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

A regional governance authority in Leeds is seeking a motivated Legal Officer to join their Legal, Governance & Compliance Service Team. The role involves providing legal support for Bus Franchising and Mass Transit programmes, requiring strong skills in legal documentation, stakeholder communication, and a paralegal or law qualification. Benefits include flexible working, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities. The position offers the possibility of hybrid working arrangements while playing a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance for key projects.