Senior Legal Governance Specialist

3 days ago


Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time

At Ackerman Pierce, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Governance Specialist to lead our Legal and Democratic Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to join our team and contribute to the success of our organization.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in local authority decision-making and committee processes, as well as experience in elections. As a key member of our Corporate Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership and management of our Legal and Democratic Services, encompassing Legal, Committee Services, Electoral Services, and Information Governance.

This role requires a strong understanding of the Council's lawful operation and the ability to offer high-quality legal advice on relevant matters to council members and officers. You will also be responsible for ensuring the Council's constitution is upheld and that all statutory obligations are met.

In addition to your technical expertise, you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work closely with senior council members and other stakeholders.

We offer a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits including access to training and development opportunities.



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