Legal Team Manager and Deputy Monitoring Officer
15 Days Old
Legal Team Manager and Deputy Monitoring Officer
£65,349 - £69,986 - (£56,883 - £61,520 + £4,326 DMO allowance + £4,140 car allowance)
We’re looking for a confident and capable lawyer to lead our in-house legal team and act as Deputy Monitoring Officer. You’ll play a key role in delivering legal support across our corporate agenda, while also helping shape the next phase of our legal service.
This is a senior, hands-on role, ideally suited to a qualified solicitor with expertise in commercial contracts, planning, or regulatory litigation. Experience in local government or managing others is desirable.
About the Role
You'll manage and mentor a team of experienced legal professionals,whilst acting as lead lawyer in one of the following areas: commercial contracts, planning, housing litigation, or property.
The role is largely focused on casework (around 70%), with the remainder being management responsibilities (20%) and Deputy Monitoring Officer duties (10%). Your time will be spent working on varied and impactful projects, from construction contracts and regeneration schemes to key council initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal leadership in your specialist area
Manage, support ...
- Location:
- Leicestershire
- Category:
- Admin, Office, Secretarial & PA