Head of Legal
- Recruiter
- Zest Recruitment & Consultancy
- Location
- Paignton, Devon
- Salary
- £55,000-65,000 + benefits/package
- Posted
- 23 Jan 2017
- Closes
- 20 Feb 2017
- Job Title
- Solicitor
- Practice Area
- Financial Services, Litigation
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
We are seeking a forward thinking, operational, strategic and dynamic Solicitor as Head of Legal/COLP for it's financial services organisation. This role is integral to the business, it's strategy and diversification as it evolves.
The ideal candidate will have a background in financial services, litigation or a claims environment. Currently a 200 head strong operation, the overall responsibility will focus on the claims and litigation arm of the organisation and be an integral part of the Executive/Management team.
Key skills/attributes:
- Solicitor- at least 3 years PQE and capability of being the COLP
- A thorough understanding of the requirements of a COLP, supported by a strong compliance team
- Financial services and/or litigation background essential
- Excellent working knowledge of the CPR Strategic and ability to grow and diversify on opportunities
- Ambitious in terms of growth and the practical implications of growing a business
- Strong leadership skills; a great communicator and relationship builder
- Ability to set, forecast and deliver financial budgets
- Operational skills to include maintaining and delivering against SLA's/KPI's Ability to challenge the status quo and seek best practice at all times
- Integrity and ability to stand and review matters independently
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a commercially aware individual who wants to grasp this superb opportunity. A competitive salary and package is on offer for the successful candidate