Head of Commercial and DMO - Planning, Contracts, and Property
28 days ago
Bexleyheath
London | Full‑time | Hybrid working, 1‑2 days required in the office | 3 months+ placement Sellick Partnership is delighted to be working with a London based Local Authority to source an interim Head of Commercial to line‑manage the Planning, Property, and Contracts teams whilst also deputising for the Monitoring Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a skilled and welcoming legal team. As Head of Commercial you will be an integral part of a professional legal team delivering legal advice and support to all aspects of the Council’s services. On offer is a flexible working arrangement, competitive hourly rate, interesting caseload, and a supportive team and environment. The ideal candidate is someone who can demonstrate strong leadership skills, be confident and robust in managing difficult situations, be a team player, have a flexible approach to work, possess strong client care skills, and be able to market the council’s services effectively and efficiently. You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with a current Practising Certificate and experience in a local government setting. • Line manage the Planning, Property, and Contracts teams., • Deputise for the Monitoring Officer., • Deliver legal advice and support across all Council services., • Market the Council’s services effectively and efficiently., • Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Chartered Legal Executive., • Current Practising Certificate., • Experience in a local government setting., • Strong leadership and client care skills. Interim period requires a candidate who can start immediately or on short notice. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr