Legal Services Manager

Legal Services Manager

Employer

North Warwickshire Borough Council

Location

Atherstone, Warwickshire

Salary

£50,908 – £53,051 per annum

Closing date

15 Nov 2026

Reference

LSM15NOV26

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Sector

Local Councils

Job Type

Legal

Contract Type

Full time permanent

Working Pattern

See advert details

Hours

Full-Time

Job Details

Chief Executive Division

£50,908 – £53,051 per annum

37 hours per week

Are you an experienced local government lawyer looking for your next leadership opportunity?

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically accomplished Legal Services Manager to join our Corporate Services Directorate. This is a pivotal role within the Council, supporting the Assistant Director of Legal Services in delivering a modern, responsive and high-performing legal service.

As Legal Services Manager, you will lead and manage the Legal Team, oversee the delivery of high-quality legal services across the Council, and provide expert advice on a broad range of complex legal matters. You will deputise for the Assistant Director of Legal Services and have the opportunity to undertake key statutory responsibilities, including acting as Deputy Monitoring Officer and Deputy Data Protection Officer.

About the Role

You will:

• Lead and manage the Council's Legal Service, ensuring the provision of high-quality, timely and practical legal advice.

• Supervise, coach and develop solicitors, paralegals and trainee solicitors within the team.

• Handle a varied caseload covering governance, procurement, property, corporate law, data protection, freedom of information, and other local government matters.

• Provide legal advice and support to senior officers, elected members, committees and boards.

• Support service improvement initiatives, case management systems and performance monitoring arrangements.

• Lead on Data Protection, Freedom of Information and the Council's responsibilities under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and collaborative legal professional who:

• Is a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.

• Has significant post-qualification experience, ideally within local government or the public sector.

• Demonstrates strong leadership and people management skills.

• Has experience advising senior officers, elected members and committees on complex legal and governance matters.

• Possesses excellent communication, advocacy and negotiation skills.

• Can balance strategic thinking with a practical, solutions-focused approach to legal service delivery.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council's ambitions and governance framework while leading a dedicated legal team. You will work on a diverse range of matters that directly impact residents, communities and Council services.

Join us and help shape the delivery of high-quality legal services that make a real difference to our communities.

The Council offers an excellent employment package with:

• Generous annual leave allowance (including statutory Bank Holidays and 2 extra statutory days)

• Local Government Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution rate of 22.1%

• Flexible working (including hybrid working) available for certain roles

• Learning and Development opportunities

• Family Friendly Policies

• Generous compassionate leave

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