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Director of Law and Governance

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Job ID:

39448

Practice Area(s):

Governance, Management

Location:

London, London (Greater) 

Role:

Director, Qualified Lawyer
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Employment Type:

Permanent Full-Time

Posted:

27.05.2026

Employer type:

Local Authority
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Job Description:

Up to £150,000 per annum

Southwark is a vibrant, diverse London borough with a strong community identity. Our goal is simple: embed residents’ voices in every decision and build a culture that reflects the needs of Southwark’s people.

This pivotal role reaches across the entire organisation, supporting officers and members in their work to improve the lives of our communities. As the Council’s Monitoring Officer, you will champion strong governance and integrity, ensuring the highest standards of conduct and legal compliance.

At Southwark, we are committed to continually strengthening transparency and broadening public involvement in decision making. Our new director will play a lead role shaping and delivering the changes needed to modernise our constitution. As Deputy Returning Officer, you will also oversee a highly regarded elections team within a respected legal service.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior legal professional to take on a visible and influential leadership role in one of London’s most dynamic boroughs.

Closing date: 17 June 2026
Interview date: 26 and 29 June 2026

Job Description – Director of Law and Governance

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For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.

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London Borough of Southwark
London, London (Greater), United Kingdom

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London Borough of Southwark
London, London (Greater), United Kingdom
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Director of Law and Governance

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Job ID:

39448

Practice Area(s):

Governance, Management

Location:

London, London (Greater) 

Role:

Director, Qualified Lawyer
col-narrow-right   

Employment Type:

Permanent Full-Time

Posted:

27.05.2026

Employer type:

Local Authority
col-wide   

Job Description:

Up to £150,000 per annum

Southwark is a vibrant, diverse London borough with a strong community identity. Our goal is simple: embed residents’ voices in every decision and build a culture that reflects the needs of Southwark’s people.

This pivotal role reaches across the entire organisation, supporting officers and members in their work to improve the lives of our communities. As the Council’s Monitoring Officer, you will champion strong governance and integrity, ensuring the highest standards of conduct and legal compliance.

At Southwark, we are committed to continually strengthening transparency and broadening public involvement in decision making. Our new director will play a lead role shaping and delivering the changes needed to modernise our constitution. As Deputy Returning Officer, you will also oversee a highly regarded elections team within a respected legal service.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior legal professional to take on a visible and influential leadership role in one of London’s most dynamic boroughs.

Closing date: 17 June 2026
Interview date: 26 and 29 June 2026

Job Description – Director of Law and Governance

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For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.