Starting Salary £55,443 per annum, with opportunity for progression to £63,205. Car Allowance of £3,000 per annum

Margate

Take the lead on Thanet legal services at a time of major change for our corner of the Kent coast.

The opportunity - be inspired by Thanet 

For beaches, scenery, cuisine and culture, our stretch of the Kent coast stands comparison with the UK's most celebrated seaside settings. But in professional terms, Thanet has an appeal all of its own – the chance to play a leading role in transforming a unique district  at a time when major investment and developments are planned. Joining our new senior team will present an enviable career opportunity and you could soon be making your home in this uniquely beautiful setting that inspired Dickens, Turner and TS Eliot.

The role

This is a highly influential position that will give you a place on the Thanet Strategic Management Team.

You will take on responsibility for providing responsive, cost effective and professional legal services - your contribution will be especially crucial as this is a time of major change internally, while we refocus our external activities.
 
Your expertise will ensure that high quality legal and procedural advice is provided at all stages of the Council's decision making. You will also ensure that a strong corporate governance culture is achieved that meets the highest standards of ethical and corporate governance.

The requirements