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- Hourly Rate: £40 to £60 via umbrella
- Location: Sheffield, Hybrid working
- Job Type: Locum
We are seeking a Lawyer with expertise in local authority governance to provide corporate governance support on a locum basis. This role is crucial for covering a period of staff absence and involves advising on various legal aspects of governance systems and constitutional requirements.
Day-to-day of the role:- Advise on the legal requirements and limitations of a committee system of governance, including area committees.
- Provide guidance on the Council’s constitution and contribute to its review.
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and advising on policy documents and protocols related to the constitution and committee system.
- Advise on the scheme of delegations within the constitution and the requirements for reports to decision-makers.
- Offer expertise on local government constitutional and administrative law.
- Attend meetings as required to provide legal support and guidance.
- Proven experience advising on or drafting local authority constitutions.
- Familiarity with the modern committee system of governance.
- Ability to translate complex legal concepts into plain language, making them accessible to laypersons.
- Strong capability in quickly reading and understanding large volumes of documents.
- Excellent communication and advisory skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Opportunity to contribute to significant governance projects within a local authority setting.
To apply for this Lawyer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
