Head of Legal and Deputy Monitoring Officer

3 days ago

Rochdale, United Kingdom Rochdale Council Full time

**About the role**

Rochdale Borough Council is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Head of legal services (corporate) and Deputy Monitoring Officer to continue the delivery of high standards of governance, legal compliance and support the council’s ambitious regeneration programme.

This is a key leadership role within the council, offering the opportunity to shape legal strategy, lead a talented team, and contribute directly to the delivery of our corporate plan: People, Place and Planet (20232028). This plan sets out our ambition to work cooperatively to reduce inequalities and deliver sustainable opportunities and services that benefit our residents, communities, and environment.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead, develop and manage the Legal Services team across a broad portfolio including contracts, litigation, property, planning, and governance.
- Provide strategic legal advice to elected members, senior officers, and committees.
- Act as Deputy Monitoring Officer, supporting the Monitoring Officer in promoting ethical governance and compliance with statutory duties.
- Ensure legal robustness in council decision-making and service delivery.
- Represent the council in complex legal matters and negotiations.
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement in legal services.

**About you**
- Qualified solicitor, senior legal executive or barrister with substantial post-qualification experience.
- Proven leadership in a public sector legal environment, ideally within local government.
- Strong understanding of local government law, governance frameworks, and statutory responsibilities.
- Excellent at communication, negotiation, and client engagement.
- A strong track record in development, supporting talent and team building.
- Commitment to Rochdale’s values and cooperative ways of working.

**About us**

If you are interested in what we are offering and have the skills we are looking for we want to hear from you. If you would like to discuss the post further please contact Suzanne Antrobus Assistant Director Legal, Governance and Coroners and Monitoring Officer on 01706924729

Casual User Car Allowance is payable.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment.

**Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

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