Public Sector Lawyer: Hybrid Working & Governance Impact

Tees Valley Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Flexible working

27 Days annual leave (increasing to 32

Local Government Pension Scheme

Private counselling sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Car lease scheme

Free parking

On-site café with staff discount

Job summary

Tees Valley Combined Authority is seeking a motivated legal professional to join its Legal Services team. The role provides high-quality, practical legal advice across governance, public law and commercial matters to support strategic priorities and major projects in the Tees Valley.

You will work with senior colleagues, manage complex matters, and develop specialist expertise while upholding high standards of governance and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with post-qualification experience.
• Experience providing legal advice, drafting documents and managing casework.
• Strong research and analytical skills with ability to interpret legislation and guidance.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Stakeholder communication

Governance & compliance

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Barrister / Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Tees Valley Combined Authority is seeking a motivated legal professional to join its Legal Services team. The role provides high-quality, practical legal advice across governance, public law and commercial matters to support strategic priorities and major projects in the Tees Valley.

You will work with senior colleagues, manage complex matters, and develop specialist expertise while upholding high standards of governance and confidentiality.