Head of Legal & Information Governance

Lawsoc Ni; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawsoc Ni is seeking a skilled solicitor with a wealth of experience in legal and governance roles. This position involves leading the Legal & Information Governance function, offering strategic legal advice, and navigating complex legal frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess extensive management experience and a deep understanding of relevant legislation, particularly within housing, public law, and contract law.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years relevant post-qualification experience.
• 3 years of senior management experience in legal functions.
• Comprehensive understanding of legislation relevant to role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Legal & Information Governance function.
• Provide strategic legal advice and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on legislation and policy.

Skills

Legal Advice

Risk Management

Strategic Decision Making

Collaboration

Education

Solicitor of the Court of Judicature of Northern Ireland

Job description

Reports to: Director of Corporate Services

Job Purpose

In this role you will lead the Legal & Information Governance function, proactively identifying and mitigating legal risks, providing strategic advice and ensuring compliance with a range of legal frameworks.

You will also work collaboratively within the Housing Executive and with our sponsor department, external stakeholders and partners, to inform and influence the direction of legislation and strategic policy across its range of statutory functions.

Be a solicitor of the Court of Judicature of Northern Ireland qualified to practice in Northern Ireland with at least 5 years relevant post qualification experience

Demonstrate at least 3 years’ senior management experience of:

• Providing specialist legal advice and guidance on strategic and complex legal matters
• Leading/influencing others to ensure the successful and timely completion of a demanding caseload
• Proactively identifying significant legal risks and advising on mitigation and risk management
  

Demonstrate experience providing specialist legal advice and guidance in support of organisation objectives, in at least two of the following areas:

• Housing
• Administrative/Public Law
• Contract Law
• Law of Property and Conveyancing
• Employment Law
• Information and Data Protection
• Public Procurement

Can demonstrate a comprehensive and current understanding of key areas of legislation relevant to the role and the ability to develop expertise in new areas of law

Candidates will be assessed against the competencies in the Senior Leader section of the Housing Executive Competency Framework throughout the recruitment and selection process. The following competencies are particularly relevant:

• Customer focused – We listen to the voice of the customer
• Collaborate - We build credibility with our networks
• Achieve – We set direction, take ownership and deliver what we have agreed
• Effective decision maker -We make timely decisions and effective recommendations
• Solution focused - We promote a solution orientated mindset
  

Possess a full, current UK driving licence or have access to a form of transport which enables them to fulfil the full requirements of the job.

Leading a team in the delivery of a specialist legal function in support of organisational objectives.

• Demonstrate experience providing specialist legal advice and guidance in Housing and Homelessness