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 leaders across the organisation and external stakeholders, including Government and other NDPBs.
Candidate Requirements
* UK qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent with at least seven years’ relevant experience
* Previous management experience
* Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
* Experience working for a similar public body and/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 organisation operates a hybrid working policy with a few days in the office each month.
Application Notes
We welcome applications from all candidates who demonstrate the necessary skills, regardless of PQE or salary expectations. Our advertisements use PQE and salary levels as a guide.
We aim to respond within 48 hours; however, due to high application volumes, individual responses may not be possible. If you do not hear from us within this timeframe, your application has been unsuccessful, and your details will not be retained.
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