Job Introduction
Legal Officer, Information Team
Full-time | Permanent | Based in Lincoln (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £25,989 - £27,254
Job closes: January 25th 2026
Interviews: w/c February 9th 2026
Make a real difference supporting access to information
Are you highly organised, resilient, with strong interpersonal skills and an interest in law? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? Do you want to make a real difference in vulnerable people's lives? If so, we would love to hear from you.
Legal Services Lincolnshire (LSL) is seeking a Legal Officer to join our Information Team. You will play a key part in supporting the team, with a particular focus on helping the Council meet its responsibilities when assisting the police with investigations. It is also envisaged that the role will develop to include the provision of general information law advice.
About the role
You will provide legal and administrative support to the team. This will include:
Preparing records and maintaining case files
Liaising with clients and internal colleagues
Gathering and reviewing documents
Corresponding with the police and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)
Supporting other lawyers within the team as needed
You will gain exposure to a diverse and rewarding workload, and you will be supported by a knowledgeable and friendly team who are passionate about making a difference. Full training will be provided.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone with an interest in law OR has junior legal experience.
We are looking for someone who can bring:
Experience in office administration and a methodical, organised approach to work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Personal resilience, as you will be dealing with emotive and sensitive material
A degree of flexibility to ensure that timescales are met
Confidence using IT systems and Microsoft Office packages
An interest in information law and a desire to build a career within the legal sector
A proactive, team-focused attitude and a willingness to learn and support others
Previous experience working in a legal setting is an advantage, but not essential, as we will provide full training for the right candidate.
What we offer
Working for Lincolnshire County Council brings many benefits, including:
A competitive salary
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Generous holiday entitlement and flexible working arrangements
Hybrid working, typically one day per week in the Lincoln office (Thursdays or the first Tuesday in each month) once trained, with flexibility to work remotely
Access to professional development, training and support
A friendly, supportive environment with a strong team culture
Further details can be found in our Rewards and Benefits Brochure.
Working arrangements
Initially, you will be based in the office two or three days per week to support your training and development. Once fully onboarded, the expectation is for one regular office day per week (currently Thursdays or the first Tuesday in each month), with the remainder of the week worked remotely.
You will need a suitable home working environment with reliable internet access, and we will support you if needed to get set up.
Interested?
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, please read the full job description before applying, to ensure your skills and experience match our requirements.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact:
Sam Stocks, Senior Lawyer
Tel: 07913 921610
Email: sam.stocks@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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