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Join a Bold and Ambitious Authority – Be Part of Shaping the Future

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority is entering a new phase of empowered regional leadership.

Recently shortlisted for Most Improved Authority at the Local Government Chronicle Awards, we’re leveraging the opportunities presented by the government’s devolution programme to take bold, strategic steps in shaping the future of our region. With greater autonomy and influence, CPCA is driving forward initiatives that will unlock growth, improve infrastructure, and deliver real change for our communities.

We’re now looking for an experienced Company/Commercial Solicitor to join our dynamic and expanding Legal & Governance team. We are proud to share that our Governance team was shortlisted as finalists for the Democratic Services Team of the Year 2024 by ADSO—an achievement that reflects our dedication to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in public service.

This is a pivotal moment to join the organisation. With upcoming developments including the creation of a Mayoral Corporation Development, spatial planning initiatives, and enhanced powers under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, your expertise will be central to our evolution.

This is more than a legal role. You’ll be at the heart of delivering our Local Growth Plan and supporting the Mayor’s ambition to make the CPCA area the UK’s fastest-growing local economy outside London.

As part of the Legal & Governance directorate, you’ll play a key role in ensuring robust governance and delivering high-quality legal advice. You’ll work collaboratively across Legal, Procurement, and Governance teams, as well as with external stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include:

Advising on a wide range of contracts and grant funding agreements

Supporting the creation and operation of special purpose vehicles and subsidiary companies

Providing legal advice to elected members, including attendance at committee meetings

Our Team Culture

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment. The Legal & Governance team is known for its supportive ethos, professional integrity, and commitment to continuous improvement. We value open communication, shared learning, and celebrating success together.

You’ll be joining a team that’s not only highly skilled but also genuinely passionate about public service and making a difference. We encourage innovation, welcome diverse perspectives, and offer opportunities for professional development and growth.

Whether you’re contributing to strategic decision-making or mentoring junior colleagues, your voice will be heard, and your impact will be valued.

How to apply

How to Apply

Please send your cv and covering letter to recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk.

Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.

The full job description can be found here

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Key Dates

• Closing date: Monday 10th November 2025 at 9am
• Please note this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Enquiries

For more information, contact: recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk

Right to Work

This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Our Commitment

We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.

We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form. For more information, please visit this page.