Legal Assistant

Closing date: 05 July 2026

Legal Assistant (Rights of Way)

Derbyshire County Council is currently seeking a skilled and motivated legal assistant to join our legal team.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

• Investigation of claims made under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981
• Preparation of reports on investigated claims
• Arranging and attending public inquiries

What skills and experience do you need to have:

• Experience of researching and analysing information.
• A reasonable understanding of Rights of Way law and the principles of the Definitive Map and Statement
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure

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 (pro rata)
• 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!

Our Legal Team is contractually based in Matlock, Derbyshire, but we work on a flexible basis which includes options for home working. There’ll be an opportunity to discuss future working arrangements at interview.

Derbyshire County Council is going through a period of positive development and transformation so it’s a great time to join and drive change.

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