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Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
27/08/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 14/09/2026 23:59
Salary:
£38,220- £55,539
Job Category:
Legal
Vacancy ID:
301229
Employment Location:
North Yorkshire
Closing date:
14 Sep
Further Information
Salary: £38,220- £55, 539 pro rata, per annum
Grade: JK-N
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time or Part Time, 37 hours per week
Location: Harrogate/ Northallerton, North Yorkshire

This could be the best case you'll ever take on.
Join a leading Legal Team in North Yorkshire!
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Legal and Democratic Services team at North Yorkshire Council. We are looking for Various Solicitors to join our Legal services team.
Flexible hybrid opportunities, working from home and our County Hall office, Northallerton if required.

About Us
The Legal Service is part of our Legal and Democratic Services (LDS) within the Chief Executive’s Group. As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the wide range of services provided to the County of North Yorkshire. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, high-quality legal services to Directorates, the Council’s Executive, full Council, Committees, Members, and external clients.

The Roles

Childcare Solicitor (Grades JK and M)
As a Childcare Lawyer/Solicitor, you’ll provide essential legal advice and representation in cases relating to our Children and Young People Services. Your expertise will be needed in care proceedings, pre-proceeding matters, and responding to complex legal queries related to children’s issues.

Senior Planning Solicitor (Grade N)
You will lead and manage a small team within the wider Property Planning and Environment team, support and represent the Assistant Chief Executive, Assistant Director or Head of Legal on boards, project teams and at Committee; advise Officers and Councillors on a wide range of planning, highway and environmental issues and will attend at Planning, Executive and other Council Committees as required.

You will also get involved with work relating to public rights of way and common land and village greens and waste as well as attending at Court and Inquiries as part of your role.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Conducting research to address more complex legal issues affecting operational matters
  • Collaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance with Law Society Professional Standards and Lexcel accreditation
  • Contributing to the overall success of First North Law, NYC’s wholly owned company, in generating external income and delivering high-quality legal services
What We’re Looking For:
  • A practising certificate
  • Strong research and legal analysis skills
  • The ability to provide clear legal advice on complex issues
  • A collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer You
  • A supportive, professional team environment where you’ll grow your career.
  • We offer hybrid working with the option to work from home and flexible hours, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
  • We’re committed to your growth, offering continuous learning, career progression opportunities, and financial support for additional qualifications.
  • We recognise the importance of family time and well-being, offering generous leave and additional benefits like paid volunteering leave.
  • Enjoy the security of a robust pension plan designed for your future.
  • Take advantage of our employee benefits scheme which includes discounts on shopping, home tech, green car schemes, and more!
Contact us
If you are passionate about working within the public sector and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in North Yorkshire, we would love to hear from you, please contact Claire Bryant, Senior Solicitor Lawyer Childcare on Claire.Bryant@northyorks.gov.uk or 07814754120.

For an informal discussion regarding the Planning Senior Solicitor, please contact Catriona Gatrell, Head of Legal Property Planning and Environment catriona.gatrell@northyork.gov.uk

Take the next step in your legal career with North Yorkshire Council.

Key Dates
Closing Date: 14th September 2026
Shortlisting: 15th September 2026
Interviews: w/c 21st September 2026
Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: www.northyorks.gov.uk/advice-your-job-application

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.
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