Locum Legal Services Director

4 weeks ago


South West England, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time
Job Title: Locum Legal Services Manager & Deputy Monitoring Officer

Venn Group is seeking an experienced Locum Legal Services Manager & Deputy Monitoring Officer to join a Local Authority on a 3-month contract, with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the Monitoring Officer in maintaining high standards of governance, ethics, and transparency within the council.
  • Manage and resolve complaints, working closely with Councillors to address legal queries.
  • Lead a team and provide expert legal advice on various matters, with a strong knowledge of Local Government law across directorates.
  • Attend the office once a week.
Candidate Profile:
  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with strong leadership and governance experience.
  • Proven ability to oversee a legal team and work collaboratively with councillors and other stakeholders.
  • Able to work a minimum of 3 days per week and up to 4 days per week.

This role is ideal for a legal professional looking to step into a leadership position within a dynamic Local Authority. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to Venn Group for further details.



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