Senior Legal Leader

3 weeks ago


Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom West Yorkshire Police Full time
Job Title: Senior Legal Leader

Job Summary:

West Yorkshire Police is seeking an exceptional individual with significant experience in a senior legal leadership role to lead our Legal Services department. As a Senior Legal Leader, you will provide expert legal advice and direction to the Chief Officer Team, the Major's Office, and senior stakeholders across the organisation, and represent the Force in complex legal proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide specialist advice, briefings, and a consultancy function relating to strategic legal advice, legal management, and collaboration arrangements.
* Provide expert direction and guidance on corporate/commercial matters, the successful delivery and resolution of projects, and contractual disputes.
* Undertaken research and provide advice on civil law matters and the implications of relevant changes in legislation.
* Represent West Yorkshire Police on all legal matters at high-level local, regional, and national boards.
* Lead, conduct, and advise on all reactive, proactive, and regulatory civil procedures involving West Yorkshire Police, in all Courts and Tribunals, including the defence or settlement of all claims.

Requirements:

* Degree holder or LLB (Bachelor of Laws) equivalent
* Current professional legal qualification for Solicitors or Barristers
* Strong business and commercial understanding
* A breath of understanding of the legal environment and associated legislation
* Knowledge of the workings of the law relating to the police service

What We Offer:

* Flexible and hybrid working options to achieve work-life balance
* Generous annual leave entitlement (30 days rising to 35 days after 5 years service)
* Benefit from our generous employee-defined benefit pension scheme

How to Apply:

Please ensure you complete the online application form fully, as the shortlisting process will only consider information contained within the application.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve.
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