Head of Legal and Democratic Operations Manager
- Recruiter
- Venn Group (Birmingham)
- Location
- East Anglia
- Salary
- £48595 Per Annum Relocation Package - Up to £7,000
- Posted
- 17 Nov 2016
- Closes
- 15 Dec 2016
- Ref
- PBT6509870
- Contact
- Philippa Turner
- Job Title
- Administration
- Practice Area
- Public Sector / Local Authority
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Head of Legal and Democratic Operations Manager to work for a Local Authority in East Anglia on a permanent basis. The Authority is looking for a strong leader/manager with a legal background who can work closely with the Director of Law and Governance in order to drive the changes required within the service to deliver to the business demands.
Applications are welcomed from Qualified Solicitors, Barristers or Legal Executives with previous experience working within a Local Government organisation with extensive management experience.
Duties will include:
- Leading and managing the provision of legal advice and services to the council
- Ensuring that resources are well managed with particular regard to financial management and the budget/income targets of the Legal Services Unit
- Developing, co-ordinating, implementing and reviewing the annual Operational Plan
- Deputising for the Head of Law and Governance as appropriate and providing advice and support to Councillors and senior managers on governance matters
- Occasionally working outside of normal working hours and to attend evening meetings
The package includes:
- Up to 27 days holiday + 8 Bank holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Relocation Package - Up to £7,000 to new employees on a permanent contract who move within 12 months of the date of commencement of appointment
This position offers a competitive salary of £48,595 per annum.
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