Are Spencer Clarke Group’s legal professionals fully compliant?

Yes. We have robust processes in place to ensure that every candidate is thoroughly vetted and they meet all necessary standards for working in public sector settings. Our dedicated compliance team will carry out thorough pre-employment checks on all candidates including: Enhanced DBS checks to ensure suitability for working in public sector settings. Right to work verification to confirm legal employment status Comprehensive reference checks to validate experience and reliability Employment history reviews for transparency and safeguarding

What legal jobs do Spencer Clarke Group recruit for?

We recruit across the full breadth of legal roles within local authorities, including: Core legal roles such as Paralegals and Solicitors Specialist legal areas across key local government disciplines Interims and locums to cover staff shortages, handle case backlogs and support major projects

What legal disciplines do Spencer Clarke Group recruit in?

We recruit legal professionals at all levels, from junior through to executive, across the public sector. Our expertise spans key disciplines including adult social care, special educational needs, corporate and commercial law, and civil litigation.

What makes Spencer Clarke Group different from other recruitment agencies?

We stand out in the market because our specialist legal team combines deep market expertise with a consultative approach. We take the time to get under the skin of every brief to understand the people, culture, and priorities behind it. What sets us apart is our long-standing relationships with local authorities and consistent delivery. When time is critical, we act fast, leveraging our network to secure high-calibre locum and interim professionals at short notice, without compromising on quality or compliance.

Public Sector Legal Recruitment

Strengthening local authority legal services through expert recruitment

Spencer Clarke Group is one of the most established legal recruitment agencies in the public sector. We work alongside local authorities to supply high-calibre locum and interim legal professionals who deliver immediate value.

Our dedicated legal recruitment specialists combine industry best practice with deep market knowledge and insight, enabling us to source highly qualified, fully compliant professionals to seamlessly bridge the gaps in your team.

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How we support local authorities

Comprehensive pool of experienced legal interims

Scale workforce quickly during periods of high demand

Unmatched expertise within public sector legal recruitment

Multi-award-winning public sector recruitment agency

Reliable, honest and open approach

APSCo and REC accredited

Commitment to building brighter futures for children and young people

Dedicated compliance support

Typical jobs we recruit for

Adult Social Care Solicitors
Planning Solicitors
Housing Litigation Solicitors
Civil or Criminal Litigation Solicitors
Childcare Solicitors
Paralegals

Commercial Property Solicitors
Residential Property Solicitors
Contracts and Procurement Solicitors
Commercial Solicitors
Education and SEND Solicitors
Legal Assistants

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Areas of expertise

Corporate and commercial
Planning
Adult social care
Housing
Civil litigation
Education and SEND
Commercial and residential property

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Testimonials

Local authority
"We have used this agency for a number of years because they always fill our roles quickly.
If any problem has occurred, it has been dealt with in a swift manner and resolved quickly.
It is a pleasure to work with them because they are friendly, approachable and have a clear understanding of public sector requirements."
Head of Legal

We have used this agency for a number of years because they always fill our roles quickly.
Local authority
"Spencer Clarke Group supported our recruitment needs during a period of instability and change within the council. I explained to our consultant that I was looking for someone who could step straight into the role with minimal onboarding.
I was presented with a healthy number of good CVs, one of which we subsequently hired. Their work has been exemplary and helped to continue operations during this period."
Legal Services Manager

Their work has been exemplary and helped to continue operations during this period.
Local authority
"Before using Spencer Clarke Group, I used a number of other agencies and the CVs sent were not to the standard which we required.
Since working with Spencer Clarke Group, this has changed significantly, they seem to really understand how local authorities work and the experience required by the candidates they submit.
I am particularly impressed with this agency because they always return my calls, even at the weekend."
Principal Lawyer

I am particularly impressed with this agency because they always return my calls, even at the weekend.
Local authority
"Spencer Clarke Group is an essential member of our recruitment supply chain.
We have worked with quite a lot of agencies over the years and Spencer Clarke Group is without doubt the best one.
Our posts are always filled quickly with experienced contractors and we highly value their services. I have nothing but praise for this agency."
Director of Law & Governance

Spencer Clarke Group is an essential member of our recruitment supply chain.

FAQs

Yes. We have robust processes in place to ensure that every candidate is thoroughly vetted and they meet all necessary standards for working in public sector settings.
Our dedicated compliance team will carry out thorough pre-employment checks on all candidates including:
- Enhanced DBS checks to ensure suitability for working in public sector settings.
- Right to work verification to confirm legal employment status
- Comprehensive reference checks to validate experience and reliability
- Employment history reviews for transparency and safeguarding
We recruit across the full breadth of legal roles within local authorities, including:
- Core legal roles such as Paralegals and Solicitors
- Specialist legal areas across key local government disciplines
- Interims and locums to cover staff shortages, handle case backlogs and support major projects

Meet the team

John Shorrock
Managing Consultant
Public sector recruitment specialist for
Change & transformation
I'm proud to support local authorities in delivering meaningful change, helping them strengthen and transform a wide range of services for the communities they serve.
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I was honoured to come highly commended in the Agency Star of the Year category at the 2025 REC Awards. I have been shortlisted again this year so here’s hoping I can take the top spot this year!