Team Manager - Legal Services
| Posting date: | 07 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £58,103.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Access to an occupational pension scheme A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 August 2025 |
| Location: | Wakefield, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 243603 |
Summary
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic legal professional to lead our Commercial Law Team within Wakefield Council’s Legal Services. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and high-performing legal service at the heart of a progressive local authority.
As Team Manager, you will play a key leadership role, translating strategic objectives into operational excellence. You will manage a team of legal professionals specialising in commercial law, including contracts, procurement, regeneration, development projects, and property transactions. You will develop close and supportive working partnerships with our procurement and property, facilities and health and safety services.
You will also carry a personal caseload of complex and high-value legal matters, providing expert advice and innovative solutions that support the Council’s strategic ambitions and representing the Chief Legal Officer on a number of major project boards.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with:
Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial law.
A proven track record of managing complex legal caseloads and leading high-performing teams.
Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
The ability to provide expert legal advice on high-value, sensitive, and complex matters.
A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Commercial Law Team, ensuring delivery of high-quality legal services.
Provide expert legal advice on contracts, procurement, regeneration, and property matters.
Manage a personal caseload of complex and sensitive legal matters.
Support and develop team members through supervision, mentoring, and performance management.
Contribute to the strategic development of Legal Services and the wider Council.
Why Wakefield Council?
Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
A chance to make a real difference in the community.
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic legal professional to lead our Commercial Law Team within Wakefield Council’s Legal Services. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and high-performing legal service at the heart of a progressive local authority.
As Team Manager, you will play a key leadership role, translating strategic objectives into operational excellence. You will manage a team of legal professionals specialising in commercial law, including contracts, procurement, regeneration, development projects, and property transactions. You will develop close and supportive working partnerships with our procurement and property, facilities and health and safety services.
You will also carry a personal caseload of complex and high-value legal matters, providing expert advice and innovative solutions that support the Council’s strategic ambitions and representing the Chief Legal Officer on a number of major project boards.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with:
Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial law.
A proven track record of managing complex legal caseloads and leading high-performing teams.
Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
The ability to provide expert legal advice on high-value, sensitive, and complex matters.
A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Commercial Law Team, ensuring delivery of high-quality legal services.
Provide expert legal advice on contracts, procurement, regeneration, and property matters.
Manage a personal caseload of complex and sensitive legal matters.
Support and develop team members through supervision, mentoring, and performance management.
Contribute to the strategic development of Legal Services and the wider Council.
Why Wakefield Council?
Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
A chance to make a real difference in the community.