Monitoring Officer
Monitoring Officer
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07-06-2025
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Job Description
3 months contract with local authority
The Deputy Monitoring Officer and Assistant Director of Governance and HR will be responsible for leading the Council s in-house legal democratic and information governance services. This role involves developing and implementing relevant strategies and policies to support the Council s target operating model and corporate priorities. The individual will also be accountable for managing resources efficiently maintaining key internal and external relationships and supporting the Director of Governance and Human Resources. Additionally the role includes providing high-quality legal advice ensuring good governance and contributing to the achievement of the Council s strategic aims.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership performance and development of legal democratic and information governance services
- Implementation of relevant strategies and policies for excellent governance
- Leading and driving forward the governance agenda for the Council
- Advising on legal and governance solutions to support the Council s priorities
- Management of budgets and delivery of the Council s financial plan
- Ensuring the delivery of dynamic and effective services
- Promoting cross-organizational team working and a value for money culture
- Providing high-quality legal advice to support effective decision making
- Establishing and advising on the legal framework within which the Council operates
- Delivering a wide range of sensitive and high-profile cases
- Advising on corporate governance responsibilities and member engagement
- Leading the delivery of support to the Council s elected members
- Contributing to the management of the council at a senior level
Requirements
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a similar leadership role
- Strong understanding of legal and governance frameworks
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
- Legal qualification and relevant professional memberships
- Knowledge of public law and legislative requirements
- Experience in providing high-quality legal advice to senior stakeholders
- Understanding of ethical and legal principles in a public sector environment
Requirements: Admitted to the SRA or FCilex Proven experience as a practicing lawyer Strong analytical and research skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Ability to work independently and in a team Sound knowledge of legal procedures and regulations
Employment Type
Full Time
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