Senior Lawyers / Solicitors
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Please See Advert Text
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
26/10/2026
Advert End Date:
15/11/2026 23:59
Salary:
£39,481- £80,593 per annum
Employment Location:
North Yorkshire
Further Information
Legal Roles
£39,481- £80,593 per annum
Various Contracts Available
North Yorkshire- based in Northallerton
At North Yorkshire Council, our legal professionals help shape the future of one of England's largest and most ambitious local authorities.
As we continue to grow our award-winning legal service and expand our external legal offering through First North Law LLP, we're looking for talented legal professionals across a range of disciplines to join us on our journey.
Whether your expertise lies in commercial contracts, procurement, social care, litigation, property, planning, or commercial and projects, this is an opportunity to work on matters that genuinely make a difference to local communities while building a rewarding and progressive legal career.
Opportunities include:
- Head of Legal for Commercial and Projects
- Senior Solicitors specialising in Planning and Environment/ Commercial and Projects
- Solicitors in Property /Commercial and Projects
To hear more please visit Careers in legal and democratic services | North Yorkshire Council
Why North Yorkshire?
We've recently marked three years since the successful local government reorganisation that brought eight councils together to create a single, stronger authority. Combined with the opportunities created through devolution and significant investment across the region, there has never been a more exciting time to join our legal team.
Our lawyers support complex, high-profile and strategically important work, including:
- Commercial and projects
- Commercial and procurement matters
- Governance and constitutional advice
- Property and planning work
- Infrastructure and capital projects
- Litigation and dispute resolution
You'll have the opportunity to work alongside more than 60 experienced legal professionals, supported by a dedicated management and paralegal team, within a collaborative and highly respected service.
A Career with Purpose
We're looking for ambitious, client-focused legal professionals who combine technical expertise with a pragmatic and solution-focused approach.
You'll be part of a team that provides trusted legal advice to Council services, elected members and an expanding external client base through First North Law LLP. Every day brings new challenges, opportunities to influence key decisions, and the chance to deliver outcomes that benefit people across North Yorkshire.
Whether you're an experienced lawyer seeking your next leadership opportunity or a talented legal professional looking to broaden your expertise, we'll provide the support, development and career progression opportunities to help you realise your full potential.
What We Offer
At North Yorkshire Council, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. In return for your expertise, we offer:
- Competitive salaries across a range of legal specialisms and seniority levels
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities
- Career progression within a large and growing legal service
- Access to our extensive employee benefits package, including childcare vouchers, technology schemes and retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where innovation and collaboration are encouraged
Join a Legal Service That's Growing
From advising on complex commercial arrangements and transformational projects to supporting essential frontline services, our legal teams play a critical role in delivering outcomes for residents, businesses and communities.
If you're looking for challenging work, genuine career progression and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 15th November 2026