Head Of Legal Services

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Full time
Location: Uxbridge
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Job offered by: Belmont Recruitment
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Category:
Good Morning,

I am currently representing Hillingdon Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate of £600 Per Day, which is negotiable dependent upon experience.

We are looking for a

Head Of Legal Services . This role will be located at: UB8 1UW.

The role holder will provide leadership, direction, and insight to shape and develop a high performing, efficient, enabling, and fair Council, through the delivery of an efficient and effective legal service.

The role holder will translate the Council's strategy and corporate plan into a specific strategy for Legal Services and then lead the implementation of that strategy, using available resources, to protect the organisation and ensure its proper conduct and legal administration, enabling the organisation to deliver excellent and inclusive services that empower the residents and communities of the Council to thrive and flourish.

Key Responsibilities:

The post holder will be required to make a considerable contribution to shaping the organisation to deliver modern, agile, inclusive services and outcomes for the residents and communities. The Council will consider and assess different models of service delivery and, by acting as a facilitator, will work closely with residents and communities so they can identify what they need to thrive and be resilient and explore how services may be delivered, whether by the Council, partner organisations, or through doing more for themselves.

Minimum Requirements: Practising Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow (or equivalent) of the Institute of Legal Executives qualified to practice. Post graduate management qualification or evidence of senior management development. Evidence of continuing relevant professional and personal development. Experience of having worked at a senior level in a political environment. Experience of shaping Legal Service strategy and objectives, covering a range of services and activities that have shared objectives. In-depth understanding of regulations/legislation and best practice within the Legal Services arena and the wider sector, with a thorough understanding of national and local government developments, policy, and emerging trends.

To discuss this opportunity further, please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed).

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLES, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

I look forward to speaking with you soon. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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