An opportunity for an experienced Solicitor to join a non-departmental public body (NDPB) which funds projects and activities that transform communities. This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract for the role of Legal Manager.
As the Legal Manager, you will report to the Head of Legal Services and manage a team of 5 individuals. Your responsibilities include overseeing compliance processes, legal policies, legal projects, procurement, and risk strategies. You will focus on high-value, high-risk, and complex legal projects, building relationships with organizational leaders and external stakeholders, including Government and other NDPBs.
Candidates should be UK qualified solicitors, barristers, or equivalent with at least seven years of relevant experience. Experience managing a team and strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills are essential. Experience working for similar public bodies or within the public sector is highly desirable.
Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance, and a civil service pension scheme. The organization operates a hybrid working policy, requiring a few days in the office each month.
Note: PQE/salary levels are provided as a guide; we welcome applications from all candidates demonstrating the necessary skills.
We aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours. Due to high volume, we may not respond to every candidate individually. If you do not hear within 48 hours, your application was not successful, and your details will not be retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary roles and as an employment agency for fixed-term and permanent positions.
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