Assistant Principal Lawyer (Housing and Disrepair)

Enfield (Local Authority role)

Initial 3-6 month contract

Rate: Umbrella, negotiable - Indicate rate sought

35 hours per week, Hybrid working to be discussed

As a senior leader within the Council the Assistant Principal Lawyer (Housing and Disrepair) will:

1. Communicate agreed direction and purpose for staff in the service in a way that engages and motivates people
2. Lead their service area to deliver high performance
3. Lead the effective planning, commissioning and delivery of services
4. Set and communicate clear service standards
5. Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic goals for the service which link to the Council priorities and support the achievement of the long-term ambition for the Council and is residents
6. Identify and recommend evidence based areas for service development and improvement.
7. Build effective relationships with relevant partners and elected members

As a senior leader in legal services the post holder will:

1. Act as a senior member of the in-house legal team, carrying a heavy caseload of complex legal work
2. Manage and supervise more junior staff and to contribute to the management of the department.
3. Advise on governance and decision making and other constitutional matters and attend committee if required from time to time.
4. Help develop and implement the Council’s strategies, policies and procedures and to ensure the values and behaviours are enacted by the team

If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.