Summary: The Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Services will oversee legal, democratic, and information governance services within a public sector client in Northamptonshire. This role requires a qualified solicitor with monitoring officer experience and a strong understanding of local government law. The position involves leadership responsibilities, strategic development, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. The role is initially a 3-month contract with remote work, requiring attendance at council meetings every two months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake statutory responsibilities as Deputy Monitoring Officer.
• Support the Director of Governance and HR in governance and ethical framework development.
• Lead and manage the Council's in-house legal, democratic, and information governance services.
• Develop and implement strategies and policies aligned with corporate priorities.
• Embed a performance culture focused on continual improvement and customer needs.
• Manage resources efficiently to deliver effective services.
• Proactively manage risks and business continuity planning.
• Oversee contract management of legal services provided through Pathfinder Ltd.
• Develop and maintain key internal and external relationships.
• Review and modernize functions to reflect best practices.
• Support and deputize for the Director of Governance and Human Resources.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a full practising certificate.
• Extensive continuous professional development evidence.
• Advanced knowledge of constitutional and democratic processes.
• Experience as a Deputy Monitoring Officer.
• Understanding of local government law and judicial review.
• Practical knowledge of public sector practice and statutory obligations.
• Strong understanding of the financial framework governing local authority activities.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Corby

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other