Job Description

28,598 - 30,024 per annum
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
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.

Skills Required