Legal Assistant - Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A County Council in the UK is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant in its Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law team. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong communication skills, with an ability to work effectively under pressure. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing various contracts, alongside legal research. This position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and the flexibility of hybrid working, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about public service.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

25 - 30 days annual leave

Interest free travel loans and discounts

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills required.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in local government or contract law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft documents including service contracts and confidentiality agreements.
• Review contracts and supplier’s terms and conditions.
• Conduct research related to contract and procurement matters.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to meet deadlines

Legal research

Education

Degree in Law or equivalent

Job description

Legal Assistant - Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law

Job Reference: HCC622900
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 22 December 2025

The Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a legal assistant to join our Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law team at Hampshire County Council.

Are you looking for a challenging and diverse role working as part of a friendly and supportive team, with an opportunity to make a real difference?

Supporting the Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law team, our close-knit group of nine enjoy working with the whole of Hampshire County Council to ensure the Council is protected in relation to the contracts which are entered into. Join our team with this unique opportunity.

What you’ll do:

In your role, you'll be allocated work by the lawyers to include the drafting of documentation (to include service contracts, variations, Deeds of Novation, confidentiality agreements etc), review of contracts (to include supplier’s terms and conditions, framework agreements and call-off contracts etc) and research relating to contract and procurement matters.

Our roles offer the unique level of support that comes with working within this team and Hampshire County Council generally and provides a valuable opportunity to further your career in our well-respected team.

What we’re looking for:

Ideally educated to degree level, preferably in Law, (or with equivalent qualifications) and preferably with recent experience in local government and/or contract and procurement law matters, your communication and presentation skills will be excellent.

Your ability to work as part of a team, meet strict deadlines and work successfully under pressure will be key.

Our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our residents also extends to our employees. It's important to us that our staff feel supported in their work. We offer a variety of flexible working options and furthermore, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance and access to a desirable pension scheme.

The work is varied, important, and fundamental to the County Council’s corporate priorities, so you'll need to be highly resilient and motivated. Previous experience is not necessary if you are highly motivated and share our passion in delivering the best for vulnerable children within the Hampshire area, working within a strong team with a genuine sense of community.

Having successfully adopted online and hybrid working, we can consider candidates from out of the area, working partially remotely and from our offices in Winchester. There's a minimum requirement to be office based one day per week and you'll need to attend meetings in person when required.

Hampshire County Council can offer you a good work-life balance through flexible working and our excellent benefits package including:

• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Between 25 - 30 days annual leave entitlement (dependant on Local Authority service)
• Interest free travel loans and discounts

Legal Assistant - Commercial Contracts, Governance and Information Law Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.