Local Government South East
Service Lead – Legal
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Full Time
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Winchester, Hampshire
Posted 2 hours ago
£69,986.00 - £76,852.00 / Year
Closes: 13 September 2026
Website Winchester City Council
Winchester City Council
Closing date: 13 September 2026
Interview date: To be confirmed
Please note this role is eligible for a 10% market supplement, subject to experience.
To apply, please click the ‘apply’ button above or please send your CV and covering letter to hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk.
Winchester City Council are seeking applicants for the Service Lead – Legal position.
Candidates must have an innovative, commercial approach to ensuring the delivery of a high quality in-house legal service. Candidates must be able to work as part of a team, be flexible, enthusiastic and committed with excellent communication skills and an ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads to meet tight deadlines.
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This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join a committed and highly regarded in-house legal team. The Winchester City Council Legal Services Team is professional, friendly and inclusive. We are employers who develop talent, encourage innovation and offer a supportive and flexible working environment.
We Offer An Excellent Package Of Benefits Including
- Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)
- Employer paid health cash plan
- Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes
- 27 days annual leave per year rising to 35 days – dependent on length of service
- 13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
- Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
- Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride
- Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district
- Season Ticket loans
- Excellent working environment
- Support for continuous professional development
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For an informal discussion about any of the posts please contact Gareth John, Director of Legal on 01962 848386
Please note this is a politically restricted post. For further information, please contact the HR Recruitment Team – HRRecruitment@winchester.gov.uk
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