Overview
Sacco Mann is recruiting for a Head of Legal Services on behalf of a major Trade Union, based in Manchester. This leadership role involves managing and directing the Legal Services Department to deliver comprehensive legal services to union members and officers.
The successful candidate will develop and execute the departments strategic plan, oversee caseloads (predominantly in employment law, but also personal injury, and other areas), and act as the Union's in house solicitor in complex legal matters. You will be responsible for recruiting, managing, and developing the legal team, maintaining external relationships with solicitors, tribunals, and external bodies, and providing legal advice on employment and industrial relations law. The post requires a proactive leader, and you will play a pivotal role in shaping policies, representing the unions interests, and ensuring legal compliance and strategic development of the legal services department.
About You
* Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with strong employment law knowledge and experience.
* A proven track record in managing complex employment and industrial relations cases.
* Solid understanding of, and empathy with, the Trade Union movement.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop departmental staff effectively.
* Experience in building effective relationships with external legal bodies, union officials, and external stakeholders.
Benefits and Additional Information
This organisation offers competitive benefits including a generous salary package aligned with the role's responsibilities, a comprehensive pension scheme, flexible working hours, and a generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service. The organisation is committed to professional development, fostering an inclusive work environment, and supporting work-life balance. Working for this organisation provides a unique opportunity to lead a vital legal function within a respected union, making a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive and dynamic workplace. Whilst this is a senior role with varying responsibilities, unlike many legal roles, this position offers a consistent working pattern, allowing you to maintain a genuine work-life balance.
To learn more about this Head of Legal Services role, please contact Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann in confidence on 0113 236 6711.
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