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 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.

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