We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated lawyer to join our legal team. You will provide legal advice and support to the Council and its departments in connection with procurement and commercial contract matters.
This is an exciting time to join our recently reviewed and expanding legal team, giving you the opportunity to really make this role your own and have a strong influence on how we deliver our services. We are looking for inspired and proactive people who are committed to new ways of thinking and working and who have the transferrable skills to be an asset to this ambitious and dynamic team.
The team adopts an agile working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to a range of bases as well as remote or home working. The team are very approachable and have developed very strong and resilient arrangements for communication and support.
Key responsibilities of this role are:
• You will be a practising lawyer (Solicitor Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive) with a good understanding of contract and procurement law including disputes
• Joining a dedicated and supportive team in Legal Services, you’ll be committed to working efficiently to deliver timely accurate and effective advice.
What skills and experience do you need to have:
• To be a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEx)
• Experience of drafting legal documents
• The ability to give clear and accurate legal advice, including training.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
These lists are not exhaustive; take a look at our comprehensive job profile for more detail.
What we offer you:
• 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service
• Flexi time, allowing flexible working hours and up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
• Cycle to work scheme
• A supportive working environment
• Commitment and investment in your continuing professional development.
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres
• and much more!
This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs. There will be an opportunity to discuss future working arrangements at interview.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Matthew Dennison, Senior Commercial Lawyer at matthew.dennison@derbyshire.gov.uk.
How to Apply:
Complete and submit the application form.
Provisional Interview Date: week commencing 16th March 2026
