Assistant Head of Legal Services (Planning and Procurement)

ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Royal Borough of Greenwich as an Assistant Head of Legal Services, where you'll lead the Planning and Procurement legal team. This senior role requires strategic legal oversight for complex projects and collaboration with various stakeholders, aiming to positively impact public service delivery. You will benefit from rich employee offerings including generous leave, pension schemes, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service

Excellent local government pension scheme

Agile and flexible working arrangements

Annual season ticket loan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Childcare Vouchers

Learning and development opportunities

Commitment to personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Significant experience in planning and procurement law, ideally within a local government setting.
• Strong leadership and management experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Planning and Procurement legal team.
• Provide strategic and high-quality legal advice to support major projects.
• Manage a complex and varied personal caseload.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX)

Job description

Are you an experienced Planning and Procurement Lawyer ready to lead with impact?

We're looking for a dynamic and strategic legal professional to join our high-performing in-house team as Assistant Head of Legal Services (Planning and Procurement). If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for public service, this could be your next career step.

About Royal Greenwich

At Royal Greenwich, we're proud of our heritage and excited for our future. Home to a World Heritage Site and a vibrant, diverse community, we are committed to delivering first-class services and unlocking the borough's potential - even amidst financial challenges. Our elected members have an ambitious vision, and legal services play a vital role in bringing that to life.

The Role

As Assistant Head of Legal Services, you'll lead our Planning and Procurement legal team and contribute to the wider management of Legal Services. This is a key senior leadership role within the Directorate, where you'll advise on complex legal matters and work directly with councillors, committees, senior officers, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Planning and Procurement legal team.
• Provide strategic and high-quality legal advice to support major projects and initiatives.
• Manage a complex and varied personal caseload.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external legal partners.
• Support the Director of Legal Services in achieving service and organisational goals.
• Contribute to team development and performance management.
• Act as a trusted adviser and persuasive senior colleague to a wide range of stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a qualified and confident legal professional who can inspire trust and deliver results.

Essential Criteria:

• A qualified solicitor, barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) with a current practising certificate.
• Significant experience in planning and procurement law, ideally within a local government setting.
• Strong leadership and management experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to manage risk and drive change.
• Committed to continuous improvement and mentoring others.

Why Join Us?

At Royal Greenwich, we value our staff and offer a comprehensive package of benefits and support:

Employee Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service.
• Excellent local government pension scheme.
• Agile and flexible working arrangements.
• Annual season ticket loan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Childcare Vouchers.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive and progress.
• Commitment to personal and professional growth.

Our Values and Commitment to Diversity

We're proud of the diversity of our community and workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Provisional interview dates: 23rd and 24th June.

Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should there be a high volume of applications received.