We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in Warwickshire, who are recruiting for a locum Legal Services Manager to join the team for an initial 3-month contract, with potential extension.
 
The role requires office attendance once a week, and offers a candidate rate of up to £70 p/hour UMB.
 
The ideal candidate will come with people management experience and a Local Government background.
 
Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a team of 4 within Legal Services, with responsibility for overseeing work allocation, ongoing performance development and time recording
• Handling any escalated queries from the team in regards to complex cases or legal matters
• Carrying own caseload of matters, with a specialist knowledge of one of the following areas: Planning Law, Housing Management/Litigation or Governance

 
Experience required:

• Experience required in Local Government
• Experience of managing a team

 
Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working, with attendance required once a week

 
Working hours:

• 30-37 hours per week

 
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
 
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.