Assistant Director of Legal and Democracy (Monitoring Officer)

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Full time
Location: Basildon
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Job offered by: Public Law Jobs
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Assistant Director of Legal and Democracy (Monitoring Officer)

Job ID:

34004 Practice Area(s):

Governance, Management Location:

Basildon, South-East (exc London) Role:

Employment Type:

Permanent Full-Time Posted:

15.01.2025 Employer type:

Local Authority Job Description:

Competitive c.£110k per annum Are you ready to take a bold step in your career? Basildon Borough Council is searching for a dynamic leader to shape its Legal and Democratic Services during a pivotal period of transformation. This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of the biggest, and most vibrant districts in the country. As the Assistant Director of Legal and Democracy, you will ensure the council operates lawfully and effectively while providing expert legal advice at the highest level. Holding the statutory position of the council’s Monitoring Officer, you will need to be fluent at speaking truth to power with courage and clarity, navigating a politically charged environment and driving meaningful change across the organisation. This role demands experience, vision, and resilience. You will lead a talented team, oversee democratic decision-making processes, and champion strong governance that matches and shapes Basildon’s ambitious future. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and the Section 151 Officer. This is a career-defining role for an experienced legally qualified leader who thrives under pressure and excels in building relationships with elected members, senior leaders, partners, and wider stakeholders. If you are ready to embrace the challenges of transformation and deliver results that matter, Basildon Borough Council is the place for you! Closing date:

2 February 2025 For more information and to download a candidate briefing pack, click the link below: Assistant Director of Legal and Democracy (Monitoring Officer)

For more information, please speak with our recruitment partners at Penna: Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: ali.tasker@penna.com Rachael Morris on 07840 711217 or email: rachael.morris@penna.com For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below. Employer Info Basildon Borough Council Basildon, South-East (exc London), United Kingdom

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