Director of Law and Governance

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a dynamic local authority, based in London, which needs a revolutionary Director of Law and Governance to lead their team. This role will put you at the helm of the council's legal team.

This role can be done on a hybrid basis and pays £550 to £600 per day umbrella (negotiable). This is a three-month contract.

Key responsibilities of the Director of Law and Governance role:

• Provide effective, inclusive leadership that drives the continuous improvement of the council's plan.
• Act as Deputy Monitoring Officer in accordance with S.5 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
• Partner with the Chief Solicitor at a neighbouring council to ensure cohesive leadership across the Bi-Borough Legal service.
• This is a politically restricted post

Essential skills and experience:

• Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with operational management.
• A qualified solicitor with experience in a similar senior leadership role, including serving as a Monitoring Officer
• Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Political sensitivity and a belief in local democracy and accountability.

.Benefits included with the Director of Law and Governance position:

• Hybrid working
• Weekly pay
• Flexible hours
• Part-Time Considered (Minimum of Three Days a Week)

If this Director of Law and Governance role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on , or email .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.