Legal Services Manager

Stratford-on-Avon District Council
Service Area: Governance and Democracy     
Post title:  Legal Services Manager        
Post Ref:   MEM300            
Post Status: Permanent/Full Time       

Salary:  Grade C     Starting Salary £47,514

This is a rare opportunity for a talented and motivated lawyer to lead and manage our highly regarded legal team. We are looking for someone who is focused on problem solving, enjoys managing people, inspires client confidence and is open to change and challenge.

You will take personal responsibility for a varied and complex caseload. You will also assist and work collaboratively with the Head of Governance and Democracy in his role as Solicitor to the Council and deputise for him in his role as Monitoring Officer.

In addition to an open and friendly environment, you’ll enjoy an excellent benefits package including a minimum of 23 days’ annual leave pro rata, flexi-time and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

An application form and job description can be accessed via the website, www.stratford.gov.uk, alternatively telephone the 24 hour answering service on 01789 260711, or e-mail sitsvac@stratford-dc.gov.uk.  The minicom number for Elizabeth House is 01789 260747.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Phil Grafton, Head of Governance and Democracy on 01789 260400 or email phil.grafton@stratford-dc.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 4 April 2019

Interviews will be held on 12 April 2019

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people with disabilities.

http://www.stratford.gov.uk