Director of Law and Governance

1 day ago


City of Westminster, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time
Ackerman Pierce are looking to recruit a Director of Law and Governance within Westminster. The vacancy will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.
Responsibilities include:
Provide effective, inclusive leadership that drives the continuous improvement of Westminster's Fairer Westminster plan.
Collaborate across departments to uphold the highest standards of legal and governance practices and prepare services for future challenges.
Act as Deputy Monitoring Officer in accordance with S.5 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
Partner with the Chief Solicitor at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to ensure cohesive leadership across the Bi-Borough Legal service.Working Arrangements:
This is a politically restricted post.
We welcome part-time applicants, with a minimum requirement of three days per week.
The role is hybrid, with an office presence required for formal and evening meetings.Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with operational management.
Capacity to foster an open, trusting culture, lead change, and inspire high performance.
Strong discretion and initiative in handling complex issues.
Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities.
Political sensitivity and a belief in local democracy and accountability.
Experience in a similar senior leadership role, including serving as Monitoring Officer.Experience preferred:
Post qualifying experience of working as a Director within the UK. The Team:
Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels. Minimum Requirements:
Managerial experience
Eligibility to work in the UK Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:
Your own personal consultant
Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide
DBS and Compliance Service
Quick and Easy Registration Process
Access to CPD
Guaranteed weekly payment To discuss this Director position, or any similar vacancies we have available in London, please contact Ollie Barrett or email your updated CV today

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