Ackerman Pierce are looking to recruit an Assistant Director of Legal, Democracy and Monitoring Officer within Essex. The vacancy will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.
Responsibilities include:
The role involves providing strategic leadership and management of the Council's Legal and Democratic Services, encompassing Legal, Committee Services, Electoral Services, and Information Governance. Key responsibilities include ensuring the Council's lawful operation and offering high-quality legal advice on relevant matters to council members and officers. As a member of the Corporate Leadership Team, this role works closely with the Chief Executive and s151 Officer to enhance governance and address any legal, procedural, or constitutional issues. Additionally, it emphasizes driving effective cross-Council collaboration to achieve corporate priorities, exemplifying clear communication and adherence to governance standards.
This role also requires visible office leadership at least two days a week, support for senior council members across various groups and committees, and serving as the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) to manage information risks effectively. As the Council's Monitoring Officer, you will be responsible for matters relating to conduct, the Council's constitution, and ensuring we fulfil all our statutory obligations; therefore, strong Monitoring Officer experience is required.
You will have a strong background and experience of local authority decision-making and committee processes along with experience of elections. You will be an effective communicator who is confident, analytical, and solution-focused with the ability to build and maintain trust and relationships with both members and Senior Officers.
Working Arrangements:
A minimum requirement of two days per week in the office.
Experience preferred:
Post-qualifying experience of working as an Assistant Director within the UK.
The Team:
Well-structured organized team, growing their social worker staffing levels.
Minimum Requirements:
Managerial experience, eligibility to work in the UK.
Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:
Your own personal consultant, access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide, DBS and Compliance Service, quick and easy registration process, access to CPD, guaranteed weekly payment.
To discuss this position, or any similar vacancies we have available in London, please contact Ollie Barrett or email your updated CV today.
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Responsibilities include:
The role involves providing strategic leadership and management of the Council's Legal and Democratic Services, encompassing Legal, Committee Services, Electoral Services, and Information Governance. Key responsibilities include ensuring the Council's lawful operation and offering high-quality legal advice on relevant matters to council members and officers. As a member of the Corporate Leadership Team, this role works closely with the Chief Executive and s151 Officer to enhance governance and address any legal, procedural, or constitutional issues. Additionally, it emphasizes driving effective cross-Council collaboration to achieve corporate priorities, exemplifying clear communication and adherence to governance standards.
This role also requires visible office leadership at least two days a week, support for senior council members across various groups and committees, and serving as the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) to manage information risks effectively. As the Council's Monitoring Officer, you will be responsible for matters relating to conduct, the Council's constitution, and ensuring we fulfil all our statutory obligations; therefore, strong Monitoring Officer experience is required.
You will have a strong background and experience of local authority decision-making and committee processes along with experience of elections. You will be an effective communicator who is confident, analytical, and solution-focused with the ability to build and maintain trust and relationships with both members and Senior Officers.
Working Arrangements:
A minimum requirement of two days per week in the office.
Experience preferred:
Post-qualifying experience of working as an Assistant Director within the UK.
The Team:
Well-structured organized team, growing their social worker staffing levels.
Minimum Requirements:
Managerial experience, eligibility to work in the UK.
Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:
Your own personal consultant, access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide, DBS and Compliance Service, quick and easy registration process, access to CPD, guaranteed weekly payment.
To discuss this position, or any similar vacancies we have available in London, please contact Ollie Barrett or email your updated CV today.
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