Deputy Director of Legal Services & DMO

Service Care Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Service Care Legal is looking for a Deputy Director of Legal Services to lead the legal team of a London Borough Council. This role involves driving strategic direction, ensuring efficiency in legal services, and acting as Deputy Monitoring Officer, with a strong leadership role and a focus on cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• PQE experience within the public sector required.
• Proven experience in legal services leadership.
• Track record of delivering cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage workflows to achieve exceptional results.
• Provide operational and strategic vision and support to the team.
• Raise the profile of Islington Council Legal Services.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Legal Analysis

Cost Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

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Job Description

Service Care Legal is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Deputy Director of Legal Services to join a London Borough Council on a contract basis. As a key member of the Law and Governance Management Team, you will play a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality legal services that meet the evolving needs of the council and the community we serve.

Role Details

• Position: Deputy Director of Legal Services and DMO
• Contract: 3 months (with potential for extension), 36 hours per week
• Rate: £446.99 per day umbrella / £396.94 per day PAYE including holiday pay / £354.17 per day PAYE excluding holiday pay
• Location: North London

Please note that this opportunity requires office attendance at least 2 days per week.

The Role

As Deputy Director, you will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of our Legal Services, ensuring effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with the council's requirements. Your leadership and vision will be instrumental in shaping the future of our service. Key responsibilities include:

• Proactively lead, manage, and organize the workflows of the service to achieve exceptional results
• Provide operational and strategic vision, strong leadership, and support to the team
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure the service is delivered in a cost-effective and efficient manner
• Raise the profile of Islington Council Legal Services through collaborative working, professional networking, and innovative solutions
• Act as the Deputy Monitoring Officer for the Council

The Person

• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with extensive PQE within the public sector
• Experience in a leadership capacity within legal services
• A proven track record of delivering cost savings across a public sector legal department

If interested, please contact Lloyd Stanley at 01772 208969 or email [emailprotected]. We welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation is worth £250.