Governance Lawyer

Job SummaryContract Type:PermanentWorking Pattern:Full timeAdvert Start Date:14/08/2026Advert End Date:27/08/2026 23:59Salary:41,771 - 50,269 (depending on experience)Hours per week:Full TimeJob Category:LegalVacancy ID:300768Employment Location:Middlesbrough,Post Number:4286690Number of posts:1Closing date:27 AugFurther InformationWe have an exciting role on offer within our Legal and Democratic Service as a Governance Lawyer.Middlesbrough Council's Legal Services team is committed to delivering high quality legal advice and support that enables the Council to achieve its strategic priorities and deliver excellent services for the people of Middlesbrough.We are now seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated governance lawyer to join our team.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council's governance framework and decision-making processes. Working closely with the Monitoring Officer you will provide legal and governance advice to senior officers and key decision-makers across the organisation.The successful applicant will have experience of local government governance matters and demonstrate excellent drafting, communication and advisory skills. You will be confident in providing pragmatic legal advice, building effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and supporting high-profile decision-making within a complex public sector environment. Your work will include advising on constitutional and governance matters, Council and committee procedures, standards and ethical governance issues, member conduct matters, scrutiny and executive decision-making arrangements, as well as wider legal work undertaken within Legal Services.If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!If you would like to discuss this excellent opportunity further, please contact Ann-Marie Wilson, Head of Legal Services (People) on 01642 729776 or email annmarie_wilson@middlesbrough.gov.ukPlease 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.If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.Together, we build confidence, grow skills, and make a real difference — by learning together, we achieve together.