We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in Warwickshire, who are recruiting for a locum Legal Services Manager to join the team for an initial 3-month contract, with potential extension.
The role requires office attendance once a week, and offers a candidate rate of up to £70 p/hour UMB.
The ideal candidate will come with people management experience and a Local Government background.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Managing a team of 4 within Legal Services, with responsibility for overseeing work allocation, ongoing performance development and time recording
* Handling any escalated queries from the team in regards to complex cases or legal matters
* Carrying own caseload of matters, with a specialist knowledge of one of the following areas: Planning Law, Housing Management/Litigation or Governance
Experience required:
* Experience required in Local Government
* Experience of managing a team
Rewards and Benefits:
* Hybrid working, with attendance required once a week
Working hours:
* 30-37 hours per week
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.