Deputy Director of Legal Services & DMO

Service Care Legal is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Deputy Director of Legal Services to join a London Borough Council on a contract basis. As a key member of the Law and Governance Management Team, you will play a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality legal services that meet the evolving needs of the council and the community we serve.

Role: Deputy Director of Legal Services and DMO
Contract: 3 months (with potential for extension), 36 hours per week
Rate: £446.99 per day umbrella / £396.94 per day PAYE including holiday pay / £354.17 per day PAYE excluding holiday pay
Location: North London

Please note that this opportunity requires office attendance at least 2 days per week.

As Deputy Director, you will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of our Legal Services, ensuring effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with the council's requirements. Your leadership and vision will shape the future of our service, and you will be expected to:

• Proactively lead, manage, and organize the workflows of the service to achieve exceptional results
• Provide operational and strategic vision, strong leadership, and support to the team
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure the service is delivered in a cost-effective and efficient manner
• Raise the profile of Islington Council Legal Services through collaborative working, professional networking, and innovative solutions
• Act as the Deputy Monitoring Officer for the Council

• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with extensive PQE within the public sector
• Experience working within a leadership capacity within legal services
• A proven track record of delivering cost savings across a public sector legal department

If this opportunity interests you, please contact Lloyd Stanley at or email . We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.