Senior Governance and Legal Expert Leader for London Borough

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited Full time

Company Overview

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited is a leading recruitment agency specializing in legal and governance roles.

We are currently partnering with a well-regarded local authority in London to find an experienced Director of Law and Governance on an interim basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior leader to make a significant impact in the legal and governance services of this ambitious and influential London borough.

Job Description

The Interim Director of Law and Governance will lead our legal and governance services, overseeing a high-performing team that includes legal services, committee services, elections, land charges, coroner services, member support, the mayoralty office, and information services.

You will be responsible for supporting and advising elected members and officers on complex, high-profile matters that span planning, capital programs, workforce change, new legislation, and implementing the Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Manage and motivate a high-performing team to achieve outstanding results.
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery and efficiency.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A proven track record in senior leadership roles in local government, including serving as a (Deputy) Monitoring Officer.
  • Experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility and work-life balance.

The salary for this position is around £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits.

What We Offer

We welcome part-time applicants, with a minimum requirement of three days per week.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

We look forward to hearing from you if you have the skills and experience we are looking for.



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