This is a pivotal role in a crucial team at the heart of the Council.  With responsibility for leading and managing a team of lawyers who provide a full legal service to members and officers of the Council within the areas of Contracts, Commercial and Employment law.

You will play a crucial part in ensuring that client areas are supported, well-briefed, and able to focus on strategic priorities.  You will be the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing a fast-paced workload with professionalism, discretion and confidence.

The key responsibilities include:

• Comprehensive diary and inbox management, including scheduling and co-ordinating meetings
• Allocating work to Contracts and Employment law specialist lawyers
• Supporting a team of lawyers in the delivery of legal services
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Handling sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion
• Act as legal lead on major projects

This role suits someone who is passionate about delivering excellent learning experiences, committed to maintaining high standards, and confident working both independently and collaboratively to support a skilled and safe workforce.

Please see Appendix A (page 10) in the Recruitment Pack  for a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing Date - Wednesday 8th July 

Provisional Interview Dates - Proposed for the following week, but currently remain TBC

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applicants.

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.

If you’re an unemployed Sefton resident, register with our Sefton@Work service for free support to help you into employment.  You may be eligible for extra assistance such as funding for travel, work clothing, or vouchers to make starting your new job easier.  Call Sefton@Work on 0151 934 2610 or visit seftonatwork.net to find out more and get started today!