Corporate Governance Specialist

1 day ago


Sittingbourne, Kent, United Kingdom Mid Kent Legal Services Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lawyer (Corporate Governance) to join our team at Mid Kent Legal Services.

The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of corporate governance law and practice, with experience in providing legal advice and support to senior leaders and key decision-makers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified solicitor or barrister to work on a full-time, permanent basis, enjoying a 34-hour working week with flexible hours and a supportive environment.

About the Role

As a Lawyer (Corporate Governance), you will be responsible for managing a caseload of corporate governance work, ensuring that we operate at the forefront of legal excellence and align with Lexcel standards.

You will provide legal advice and services to elected members, senior managers, and staff across all three local authorities, supervising less senior fee earners and working closely with Legal Support Officers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality legal advice and services to senior leaders and key decision-makers in corporate governance law and practice
  • Manage a caseload of corporate governance work, ensuring compliance with Lexcel standards
  • Supervise less senior fee earners and work closely with Legal Support Officers
  • Stay up-to-date with legal developments in corporate governance law and practice
  • Represent Mid Kent Legal Services at external meetings
  • Uphold the Councils policies

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must be a qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in corporate governance law and practice.

You will also need:

  • Legal practice experience in corporate governance
  • Experience providing legal advice and support to senior leaders and key decision-makers in corporate governance law and practice
  • Knowledge and understanding of the political nature of local government and democratic process
  • A full, valid driving license

What We Offer

We offer an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking shared service, with exceptional benefits and a brilliant pension scheme.

You will enjoy a rewarding public sector career with more flexibility and development opportunities, significantly less commuting time, and outstanding working arrangements.

About Us

Mid Kent Legal Services (MKLS) is part of Mid Kent Services, a shared services directorate formed by Swale, Maidstone, and Tunbridge Wells Borough Councils.

We provide high-quality legal services across the three Authorities, encompassing Property and Regeneration, Planning, Contentious, Contracts & Commissioning, and Corporate Governance.

Salary

The salary for this role is estimated to be between £31,473 and £44,988 per annum, depending on experience.



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