Service Lead - Legal

• Job_Description_-_Service_Lead_Legal

Closing date: 13 September 2026
Interview date: To be confirmed

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.

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.

Please note this role is eligible for a 10% market supplement, subject to experience.

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

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