Senior Lawyer - Economy Salary: £54,143 - £57,372 per annum
Hours: 37 Hours
Contract: Permanent,
Salary: £54,143 - £57,372 per annum
Grade: N
Hours: 37 Hours
Contract: Permanent
Location: York, North Yorkshire (Or Northallerton)
The Organisation
The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority was established as a new organisation in early 2024. It is a public sector employer with access to powers and funding to unlock transport and housing improvements, boost skills provision and help the economy transition to net zero for York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor also holds responsibilities in relation to Policing, Fire and Crime. Making the most of the combined strengths of the city region and rural powerhouse, the Combined Authority is a long-term commitment to shaping a brighter future for generations to come. By working for us you will play a part in making positive changes, unlocking investment, supporting business and communities to thrive and creating new and better opportunities for people that live and work here.
The Opportunity
The Economy Directorate leads programmes and initiatives that support business growth, inward investment, regeneration, innovation and skills development across York and North Yorkshire.
As Senior Lawyer - Economy, you will be the lead legal adviser on a diverse portfolio of economic development activity and investment programmes. You will work closely with senior leaders and partners to ensure that major projects and funding initiatives are delivered successfully and within an effective legal framework.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead legal support for economic development, regeneration and investment projects.
About You
You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with significant experience of advising on complex legal matters.
You will also bring:
This role is ideal for a lawyer who is motivated by supporting economic growth, investment and innovation while helping to shape the future prosperity of the region.
You will be joining a new and developing organisation at an exciting time. The benefits of working for us include:
To find out more about our organisation please visit; https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk
Contact and Apply
If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact carol.rehill@yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk for an informal conversation.
Applying is easy, simply register your details, tell us how you meet our criteria in the supporting evidence section, remove your personal details from your CV and upload.
Key Dates:
Closing date: 04/10/2026
Interview date: 15/10/2026
Key Documents:
Job Description
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
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Senior Lawyer - Economy
Salary: £54,143 - £57,372 per annum
Grade: N
Hours: 37 Hours
Contract: Permanent
Location: York, North Yorkshire (Or Northallerton)
The Organisation
The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority was established as a new organisation in early 2024. It is a public sector employer with access to powers and funding to unlock transport and housing improvements, boost skills provision and help the economy transition to net zero for York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor also holds responsibilities in relation to Policing, Fire and Crime. Making the most of the combined strengths of the city region and rural powerhouse, the Combined Authority is a long-term commitment to shaping a brighter future for generations to come. By working for us you will play a part in making positive changes, unlocking investment, supporting business and communities to thrive and creating new and better opportunities for people that live and work here.
The Opportunity
The Economy Directorate leads programmes and initiatives that support business growth, inward investment, regeneration, innovation and skills development across York and North Yorkshire.
As Senior Lawyer - Economy, you will be the lead legal adviser on a diverse portfolio of economic development activity and investment programmes. You will work closely with senior leaders and partners to ensure that major projects and funding initiatives are delivered successfully and within an effective legal framework.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with significant experience of advising on complex legal matters.
You will also bring:
This role is ideal for a lawyer who is motivated by supporting economic growth, investment and innovation while helping to shape the future prosperity of the region.
You will be joining a new and developing organisation at an exciting time. The benefits of working for us include:
To find out more about our organisation please visit; https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk
Contact and Apply
If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact carol.rehill@yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk for an informal conversation.
Applying is easy, simply register your details, tell us how you meet our criteria in the supporting evidence section, remove your personal details from your CV and upload.
Key Dates:
Closing date: 04/10/2026
Interview date: 15/10/2026
Key Documents:
Job Description
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
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Senior Lawyer - Economy
Salary: £54,143 - £57,372 per annum
Posted: 15/09/2026
Closing date: 04/10/2026
Closing time: 23:59 (BST)
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