Job Introduction
About us
Do you aspire to work in a welcoming, innovative, forward-thinking, inclusive and supportive organisation where you can also learn and develop? YPO might be the perfect fit for you!
With 50 years of experience, YPO has been dedicated to supporting the public sector. Our journey began five decades ago when 13 local authorities united to streamline their purchasing needs and enhance efficiency, forming the organisation we know today.
As a 100% publicly owned entity by our 13 member authorities, we ensure that our profits are reinvested into our public sector customers, offering even greater value for money. Discover more about our company and culture at Start a career at YPO | YPO.
YPO is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best.
If this position is advertised as a full-time role (37 hours per week), YPO is pleased to consider requests for flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours and job-sharing opportunities. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and encourage candidates to discuss their preferred working patterns with us.
About the Role
We are excited to announce an opening for the role of Legal Officer.
As a key member of the Legal and Contracts Team and reporting to the Legal Manager, this role is integral to YPO’s compliance function. The successful candidate will help provide legal and commercial contract support across the organisation and ensure the organisation’s contracting policies and procedures are compliant with legislation.
About You
As YPO continues to grow, this could be a great opportunity for you to join our team.
Drawing from the skills and experience section of the Job Description, we seek someone who has:
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Legal experience or Law degree.
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Ability to review and interpret legislation.
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Ability to maintain the balance between commercial need and legal compliance, whilst minimising risk.
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Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
For a detailed description of the role and required skills, please refer to the job description attached below.
What’s in it for you?
We are proud to offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:
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Generous annual leave, from 24 days a year, plus 8 days statutory bank holidays and 3 discretionary closedown days at Christmas
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Local Government Pension through West Yorkshire Pension Fund
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Recognition of continuous service from current employment with a relevant public sector body may apply (please email [email protected] for further information)
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A comprehensive health and wellbeing package
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Flexi scheme and flexible working options available (please discuss your preferred working requirements with the manager at interview)
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Family friendly policies
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Subsidised canteen
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Free parking available
To have a confidential and informal discussion about this role, or for any additional support, please contact Danielle Langrick at [email protected]
Interviews are scheduled to take place the week commencing 22nd June 2026, in-person at our office in Wakefield.
