Head of Legal Services and Policy

2 months ago

Eastleigh, Hampshire, United Kingdom Eastleigh Borough Council Full time

About Eastleigh Borough Council

Eastleigh Borough Council is a dynamic and ambitious local authority, delivering a wide range of services to its residents and communities. As a key player in shaping the place and improving the lives of local people, the Council is committed to innovation and excellence in all aspects of its work.

About the Role

The Head of Legal Services will be responsible for leading the Council's in-house legal team, providing expert advice and guidance on all aspects of law. This will include inputting into corporate strategy and policy, leading the development and implementation of legal services, and overseeing corporate procurement and insurance support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver a professional and 'best in class' legal service, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
  • Lead the development and implementation of legal services, including inputting into corporate strategy and policy.
  • Oversee corporate procurement and insurance support, ensuring compliance with Data Protection legislation.
  • Provide expert advice and guidance to the Council's senior management team and other stakeholders.
  • Manage and develop the in-house legal team, ensuring they have the necessary skills and expertise to deliver high-quality services.

Requirements

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
  • Qualified Solicitor with membership of the Law Society.
  • Extensive working knowledge of legal working practices and methodologies at a senior level.
  • Experience in undertaking local government work and making legal representations.
  • Dynamic, innovative, confident, able to challenge others, open, perceptive and a strong communicator.
  • Passionate about the role and local government.

What We Offer

  • Hybrid working with on average 2 days working in the office.
  • Flexible working arrangements and ability to accrue up to 2 days additional leave per month.
  • 31 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
  • Relocation package available.
  • Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
  • Places Leisure, Eastleigh – 30% off Full Membership.
  • Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme.
  • Car and Season Ticket loans.
  • Excellent working environment.
  • Support for continuous professional development.

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