Interim Head of Legal and Deputy Monitoring Officer – 3-6 Months+ – Hybrid Flexible Working – South East England – up to £500 per day
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently working with a Local Authority the South East England region who are recruiting for an Interim Head of Legal and Deputy Monitoring Officer to join their department.
The organisation are ideally seeking someone to take on the position on a full-time basis but candidates possessing the relevant experience who can only offer 4 days per week may also be considered.
This assignment is offered for a period of 3-6 Months to cover permanent recruitment. Office presence is an essential requirement for this role and you will be expected to attend the office on a weekly basis.
The successful candidate will need to be an experienced Legal Lead within the Public Sector, with a good grasp of legal matters and have the ability to manage and direct an in-house team.
Responsibilities may include:
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Acting as a lead in strategic and operational finance and budget management
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Attending Code of Conduct hearings
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Managing a team of principal lawyers
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Leading and transforming various teams in local government (legal, constitutional services, elections, civic office, land charges and procurement) and shared services
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Ensuring appropriate corporate governance arrangements are in place across the Council
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Generating additional income for the authority and reducing external legal spend
An attractive rate of up to £450-500 per day is offered for this position.
If you are interested in this position and require further information, please contact Tom Hoult or Philippa Stoate 0121 616 0660, alternatively email midlandslegal@venngroup.com
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.