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.
Role Overview
As the Legal Manager, you will report to the Head of Legal Services and manage a team of 5. 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.
Candidate Requirements
* UK qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent with at least seven years of relevant experience.
* Previous management experience and excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
* Experience working for a similar public body or within the public sector is highly desirable.
Benefits and Working Arrangements
Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance, and a civil service pension scheme. The organization operates a hybrid working policy with a few days per month in the office.
Additional Notes
Our advertisements use PQE/salary levels as a guide. We welcome applications from all candidates demonstrating the necessary skills to fulfill the role.
We aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours. Due to high volume, we may not respond individually to every candidate. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful, and your details will not be retained.
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