Interim Head of Legal & Monitoring Officer – 6 months + - Part Time or Full Time – Up to £900 a day Umbrella – Midlands Position: Interim Head of Legal & Monitoring Officer
Organisation: Midlands-Based Local Authority
Duration: 6 months +
Working Pattern: Full time and part time considered (minimum 3 days per week). Predominantly remote working – attending the office 1-2 days per week when required
Rate: Up to £900 per day Umbrella (dependant on experience)
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within Local Government as a Head of Legal and Monitoring Officer or Deputy Monitoring Officer.
The successful candidate is required to understand Local Government Legal Framework including relevant policies and practice issues. You will need to have a strong drive to deliver high quality standards of service to the Council. This role offers a great opportunity to lead a Senior Leadership team and work with a wide range of stakeholders including elected members, officers, and commissioners.
Your role will involve: Lead and manage the Legal Services team, fostering a collaborative culture and ensuring high standards of service delivery, building strong relationships with Members and OfficersAct as the Legal lead in Senior Leadership Team meetings, providing expert Legal advice to assist the council on various projects and initiativesConduct thorough reviews of the Authority's Constitution, ensuring it remains up-to-date and reflects best practices in GovernanceOversee and manage all aspects of Corporate Governance and decision-making processes within the local authority, ensuring compliance with legal standards and best practicesBy fulfilling these duties, the Head of Legal and Monitoring Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring effective Governance and Legal compliance within the Local AuthorityIf you're interested in this Interim Head of Legal & Monitoring Officer, you can apply for this role online or contact Connie Ross or Philippa Stoate directly via phone or email for further information on:
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