Department: Governance, Funding and Corporate
Location: Birmingham
Description
Do you want to use your governance expertise to support ambitious local authorities on high‑impact projects?
You will join our Birmingham‑based Local Government and Planning team as an Associate, advising monitoring officers and in‑house legal teams on complex governance and constitutional matters. You will work with a friendly, collaborative and values‑driven team, led by nationally recognised governance specialists, on some of the most interesting and impactful matters in the sector.
Key Responsibilities
Advising on constitutions, delegations and governance frameworks.
Supporting and/or conducting investigations and standards matters.
Advising on member/officer conduct, decision‑making and committee governance.
Advising on access to information (FOIA/EIR).
Supporting clients through governance change, including LGR and structural change.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales), ideally c.3+ years' governance experience.
Strong local government governance background, in‑house or private practice.
Excellent drafting, analysis and communication skills; confident advising at pace.
Able to manage competing deadlines and work independently and collaboratively.
Proactive, solutions‑focused approach and genuine interest in public sector clients.
Benefits
Birmingham, located roles, we have a newly refurbished office in the City centre with an on-site café and free use of Gym facilities
For Manchester vacancies, we have a City Central site, with newly refurbished facilities
Hybrid working
25 days holiday, 2 gift days at Christmas.
The opportunity to give back and have 3 days available for social purpose volunteering.
All IT equipment and support for effective home working
An excellent development training programme and opportunities to grow sector expertise
Anthony Collins Solicitors is a specialist law firm with a clear purpose – to improve lives, communities and society. For over 50 years, we have combined market-leading legal expertise with strong values and long-term relationships.
We are proud to attract people who are motivated by our purpose and values, and who want to make a positive contribution to the communities and society we serve.
Anthony Collins Solicitors is a committed Equal Opportunities employer and advocate of social mobility.
We believe talent exists everywhere and are committed to providing fair access, opportunity and progression for all, regardless of background.