Application closing date: 02/02/2025
Location: Leeds
Salary: £56,481 per annum
Package: 37 hours, full time, permanent
Job category/type: External Organisation
Job Description
Do you want to work for an organisation that values you as an individual? An organisation that will support your professional development? What about an organisation that is embedding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of everything that it does? If yes, then look no further than the West Yorkshire Combined Authority!
Legal, Governance Compliance Services is a fast-paced, varied team that supports all areas of the organisation. This is an opportunity to join the Mayoral Combined Authority at a pivotal time, as we are involved in a wide range of projects that will help shape the West Yorkshire region. Following the announcement of the English Devolution White Paper in December 2024, there are significant opportunities for growth and development in this area.
As Principal Lawyer, you will oversee the work of the Governance and Regulatory Team while managing your own caseload. You will provide critical legal advice on public and regulatory law, including high-profile litigation, and work with key stakeholders in the delivery and oversight of significant powers, such as the Mayor's Police and Crime functions. We are looking for a Lawyer with strong legal expertise, a solid knowledge base, and demonstrated leadership capabilities.
Our Offer
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
1. 28 days Annual Leave (increasing upon years of service) plus Bank Holidays
2. Generous Employer-Contribution Pension Scheme
3. Free Travel on rail and buses across West Yorkshire with the M-Card (Zones 1-5)
4. Flexible Working Practices with Health & Wellbeing initiatives, including agile working options, as well as a generous flexi-time scheme to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals.
5. Bright, airy, modern office space, with all latest technology, just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station.
To Apply
If this sounds like your next role, please complete the application form and tell us within the supporting statement why you would be a great fit for our role and how your skills, knowledge, and experience align with the requirements within the Role Profile.
Link to apply: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/vacancies/principal-lawyer-regulatory-governance-jr463/
If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Laura Venn via Laura.Venn@westyorks-ca.gov.uk.
Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful. We do however thank you for your application and encourage you to continue looking for roles on our Careers with Us website page.
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