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)
• Fl...