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Interim Director of Legal and Monitoring Officer
Posted 6 days ago by 1751554207
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
North West England
Summary: The role of Interim Director of Legal & Monitoring Officer involves leading the legal and governance functions of a large unitary authority in North West England during a transitional period of permanent recruitment. The position is full-time with a hybrid working arrangement, requiring approximately two days on-site each week. The successful candidate will fulfill statutory duties and provide strategic leadership while ensuring compliance with legal frameworks. This interim position is expected to last between three to six months.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fulfil statutory duties as the Monitoring Officer, ensuring the council operates within legal and constitutional frameworks
- Provide strategic leadership of the Legal, Governance, and Democratic Services functions
- Act as the principal legal adviser to the Council, Cabinet, and senior officers
- Maintain and review the Council's Constitution, promoting good governance and compliance
- Ensure effective decision-making processes and legal support for council meetings
Key Skills:
- Extensive experience in legal and governance roles within a public sector environment
- Strong understanding of statutory duties and legal frameworks
- Proven leadership and strategic management skills
- Excellent communication and advisory skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior officers and elected members
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Interim Director of Legal & Monitoring Officer
Location: North West England (Hybrid)
Contract: Locum, Full-Time (3-6 months, pending permanent recruitment)
A large unitary authority in the North West is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Legal & Monitoring Officer to lead its legal and governance functions whilst permanent recruitment is underway.
Ideally, our client is seeking someone on a full-time basis, however there may be some flexibility for reduced hours. The role is expected to last 3 to 6 months with the successful candidate working on a hybrid basis, ideally approximately 2 days per week on site, however, some flexibility could be made for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fulfil statutory duties as the Monitoring Officer, ensuring the council operates within legal and constitutional frameworks
- Provide strategic leadership of the Legal, Governance, and Democratic Services functions
- Act as the principal legal adviser to the Council, Cabinet, and senior officers
- Maintain and review the Council's Constitution, promoting good governance and compliance
- Ensure effective decision-making processes and legal support for council meetings
How to Apply:
For a confidential chat or to apply, please contact Natalie Delaney at our Manchester office.
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