Interim Assistant Director | Public Sector | Legal & Governance

AJ Chambers are working with a local authority in South Essex and they are currently recruiting for an Interim Assistant Director.

This assignment will be for a period of 6 months and you’ll be expected to be in office a minimum of 3 days a week. Salary will be dependent on experience.

This role will involve providing leadership and management to the authority’s legal and democratic services. Key responsibilities include ensuring the Council’s lawful operation and offering high-quality legal advice on relevant matters to council members and officers.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, this role works closely with the Chief Executive and s151 Officer to enhance governance and address any legal, procedural, or constitutional issues.

You will have a strong background and experience of local authority decision-making and committee processes along with experience of elections You will be an effective communicator who is confident, analytical and solution focussed with the ability to build and maintain trust and relationships with both members and Senior Officers.

You’ll be offered a competitive package, please get in touch with Andrew Fragnito-Day at AJ Chambers to discuss further.

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