We are seeking an experienced local government legal professional for an Interim Monitoring Officer assignment of approximately six months.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will act as the council's statutory Monitoring Officer providing senior legal and governance leadership through a period of transition.

The role has oversight of a broad portfolio including legal, democratic services, elections, HR and procurement.

This is a particularly interesting time to join the authority, with the postholder expected to support preparations for upcoming elections, emerging Local Government Reorganisation and a significant housing and development programme.

We are looking for a qualified solicitor with significant local government experience who can operate confidently at senior leadership level. You will need strong Monitoring Officer, governance and constitutional expertise, alongside the credibility to provide trusted and pragmatic advice to senior officers and elected members.

Duration: Circa 6 months
Start: Ideally mid-December for a phased handover
Working arrangement: Flexible hybrid working, with attendance for key meetings required.

To express an interest, please apply with your up-to-date CV, current availability and expected day rate .

Contacts
Sally Wilson: 07384 117 080 Emma Leeming: 07471 037072
How to Apply

• Please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.
• Detail any employment or education gaps.
• Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages. We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.
• Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.
• Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email confirmation. If you do not receive, please email contactus@gatenbysanderson.com