We have an exciting role on offer within our Legal Service as a Legal Assistant (Contracts / Procurement).

Middlesbrough Council is a forward-thinking Council with ambitious plans. We have carried out a review of our contracts and procurement team and we are now looking to recruit a Legal Assistant to join the team to carry out their own case load and support our Lawyers to deliver the Council’s strategic objectives through the provision of a first-class legal service.

It may be that you are studying towards a legal qualification, a recent graduate or have been working in a law firm for several years and looking for a change.

If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

Legal Services at Middlesbrough Council reflects the core values with our business partners and in addition to being a great place to work, we offer the successful candidate the opportunity of blended home/office working, providing a flexible approach to build on a good work life balance.

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Catherine Cunningham, Interim Head of Legal Services (Places) on 01642 729753 or email catherine_cunningham@middlesbrough.gov.uk

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

Closing date: 9 January 2026

For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.