At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic legal team and advise on governance matters.
- Company: Established local authority in London with a collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive recruitment process welcoming diverse backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in public sector governance while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must hold a current practicing certificate and have strong management experience.
The predicted salary is between 70 - 75 £ per hour.
Sellick Partnership are delighted to be working with a well-established local authority in London in their search for a Chief Legal Advisor to join their team on a locum contract. This role requires someone who can work full-time and attend the office as much as possible (ideally around 2-3 days per week).
The responsibilities of the successful Chief Legal Advisor will be to:
- Working alongside the two other Chief Legal Advisors to manage the shared legal practice
- Manage a busy team with diverse legal specialisms
- Advise senior client officers and elected members
- Support and deputise for a Monitoring Officer for any of the boroughs
- Directly report into the Assistant Director of Legal and Governance and Director of Legal and Governance
- Motivate and help develop the team
Our client is seeking a Chief Legal Advisor who:
- Holds a current practicing certificate (Barrister, Solicitor or CILEx)
- Experience from a local authority is advantageous, you must be a strong manager with knowledge of public sector governance
- The ability to work at pace and juggle competing priorities
- Has dealt with governance matters previously
- Can attend the offices as and when necessary (usually around 2 - 3 days per week), as well as attending client meetings/committees as required
Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
Chief Legal Advisor in Harrow employer: Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited
Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited is an excellent employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead within a supportive local government team. With a focus on employee growth and development, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that values strategic contributions and provides competitive remuneration. Working in this role not only allows for meaningful engagement in public sector operations but also offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited Recruitment Team
