Land Charges Assistant

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

We are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing  While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Closing date: 26/08/2026

Interview date:
To be Confirmed

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about providing excellent business support? Cumberland Council is looking for a dedicated Land Charges Assistant to join our Inclusive Growth and Placemaking team. In this role, you will assist with the day-to-day operations of the Land Charges Service, ensuring timely and accurate responses to search requests, maintaining the Local Land Charges Register, and communicating effectively with solicitors and the public.

If you have strong administrative skills, are proficient with Microsoft Office 365, and can manage your workload under pressure, we would love to hear from you. A minimum of 3 GCSEs (including Maths and English) or equivalent qualifications/experience is required.

Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional service to our community! We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative.

We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.