Legal Assistant Commercial

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in East Midlands is seeking a part-time Legal Assistant to support their Commercial legal team. This position involves aiding in procurement and commercial contract matters, with responsibilities including drafting documents and providing clear legal advice. The role offers flexible working arrangements, a supportive environment, and numerous employee benefits, including annual leave and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will have experience in contract law and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Flexi time

Generous pension scheme

Incremental pay raises

Smarter travel scheme

Support for professional development

Discounts at leisure centres

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal setting with focus on commercial law is preferred.
• Role requires proactive approach to tasks and a commitment to team goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Commercial legal team on procurement matters.
• Draft, collate, and prepare documents for departments.
• Deliver timely advice in a supportive team environment.

Skills

Experience of contract, commercial and procurement matters.

Experience of drafting legal documents.

Ability to give clear and accurate legal advice.

Proficient in using IT software.

Good organisational skills.

Motivational and interpersonal skills.

Job description

Closing date: 01 March 2026

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Commercial legal team. You will provide support to our team of Commercial lawyers in connection with procurement and commercial contract matters.

This is an exciting time to join our recently reviewed and expanding legal team, giving you the opportunity to really make this role your own and have a strong influence on how we deliver our services. We are looking for inspired and proactive people who are committed to new ways of thinking and working and who have the transferrable skills to be an asset to this ambitious and dynamic team.

The role is part time (18.5 hours per week) and the working pattern can be agreed with the Line Manager on appointment. The team adopts an agile working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to a range of bases as well as remote or home working. The team are very approachable and have developed very strong and resilient arrangements for communication and support.

Please note: There is also another similar, but slightly different, part-time role available (also 18.5 hours per week), working as a Legal Assistant in our Property legal team. Both adverts are now live. You can view both opportunities and choose to apply for one or both roles. If you are interested in the full-time opportunity (by combining both roles), we will conduct a single interview. The roles will remain contractually separate, meaning that if appointed to both, you would receive two part-time contracts. This option sits alongside the possibility of appointing two individuals, one to each position.

Important: You will need to apply for both roles separately via our website if you also wish to be considered for the possibility of a combined full-time opportunity.

Legal Assistant - Property

Key responsibilities

• Joining a friendly, dedicated and supportive team in Legal Services, you’ll be committed to working efficiently to deliver timely accurate and effective advice.
• You will have a good understanding of contract and procurement law.
• You will support the Commercial team by undertaking research, drafting and collating documents and undertaking preparatory works to advise departments in respect of commercial matters.

What skills and experience do you need to have

• Experience of contract, commercial and procurement matters.
• Experience of drafting legal documents.
• The ability to give clear and accurate legal advice.
• You will need to be proficient in using IT software, and have good organisational, motivational, and interpersonal skills to ensure the continued delivery of an efficient and effective service by the legal department.

What we offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service.
• Flexi time, allowing flexible working hours and up to an additional 2 days of leave per month.
• Generous local government pension scheme.
• Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases.
• Smarter travel scheme including access to the Cycle to work scheme.
• A supportive working environment.
• Commitment and investment in your continuing professional development.
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres.
• and much more!

How to Apply

Complete and submit the application form.

Provisional Interview Date: week commencing 16 March 2026

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