Remote Locum Governance & Regulatory Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable combined authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Governance and Regulatory Lawyer on a locum contract. This role involves advising on governance, devolution, and regulatory matters while acting as the lead legal advisor to key officials. Candidates must have significant public sector legal and governance experience, and an understanding of devolution is essential. Remote working options are available, and applications from full-time and part-time candidates are encouraged. Interested candidates should apply promptly.

Qualifications

• Significant public sector legal and governance experience is essential.
• Understanding of devolution is essential.
• Experience of working with/for police and crime entities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise on governance and regulatory powers to take decisions.
• Assist in ensuring sound procedures for governance arrangements.
• Act as the lead legal advisor to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
• Conduct investigations into complaints regarding Members.
• Advise on implementation of legislation and guidance.
• Advise on judicial review challenges.
• Be the point of escalation for regulatory matters.

Skills

Public sector legal experience

Governance knowledge

Understanding of devolution

Regulatory matters experience

Litigation experience

Job description

A reputable combined authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Governance and Regulatory Lawyer on a locum contract. This role involves advising on governance, devolution, and regulatory matters while acting as the lead legal advisor to key officials. Candidates must have significant public sector legal and governance experience, and an understanding of devolution is essential. Remote working options are available, and applications from full-time and part-time candidates are encouraged. Interested candidates should apply promptly.