Assistant Director, Legal & Governance (Hybrid)

New Forest District Council; Stock's Cross; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the New Forest is seeking a committed Assistant Director of Legal Services. This senior leadership role involves leading legal and governance services while advising on planning, contracts, and public law. The ideal candidate will have significant legal experience, excellent judgment, and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary, a hybrid work model, and various employee benefits including generous leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

£80,359 to £84,844 per annum

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid Working

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of legal advice in local government.
• Ability to manage complex and high-profile cases.
• Experience in leading and motivating legal professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Council's Legal Service and Information Governance Service.
• Provide legal advice on local government reorganisation and planning.
• Act as the principal adviser on high-profile cases.

Skills

Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX Lawyer

Senior-level legal advice

Planning law expertise

Procurement and contracts expertise

Excellent judgment

Skilled communicator

Education

Current practising certificate

Job description

A local government authority in the New Forest is seeking a committed Assistant Director of Legal Services. This senior leadership role involves leading legal and governance services while advising on planning, contracts, and public law. The ideal candidate will have significant legal experience, excellent judgment, and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary, a hybrid work model, and various employee benefits including generous leave and a pension scheme.