Licensing Officer
26 days ago
Walsall
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Advisor to provide top-quality legal advice and support to our clients including the Cabinet Committees other Council bodies and elected Members. The ideal candidate will ensure that our legal services are cost-effective and aligned with the principles of good addition the Legal Advisor will play a key role in developing and delivering strategies policies and departmental projects to achieve the councils objectives. Principal Accountabilities Responsibilities • Deliver a high-quality sustainable legal service that complies with the Council s statutory and contractual obligations., • Manage a caseload of complex work under minimal supervision including drafting legal documents responding to legal correspondence and advising at meetings., • Provide advice to Chief Officers., • Prepare reports and comments for reports to council cabinet committees and sub-committees., • Assist in responding to legal questions from members of the council members of Parliament the ombudsman and external organizations within the specific area of activity under the supervision of the Senior Lawyer., • Prepare cases for Courts Tribunals Inquests etc. including preparing pleadings., • Present cases before courts and tribunals as required and where the post holder has a right of audience., • Coordinate research upon legal questions arising from the work of the team including briefing Lawyers or Counsel., • Determine the effect of new legislation and advise specifically on the impact of new legislation on the delivery of the council s services or functions and in relation to policy and procedure., • Undertake client training., • Ensure continuous improvements within the area of expertise and that the service is responsive to the changing environment., • Maintain the improvement in equal opportunities in employment and service delivery., • Undertake other duties commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post., • Proven experience as a Legal Advisor or similar role, • In-depth knowledge of legal principles and practices, • Strong analytical and research skills, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to manage a complex caseload, • Sound judgment and ability to make decisions, • Relevant legal qualifications and practicing certificate Requirements: Knowledge and understanding of current issues relating to social housing and social housing repairs Experience in a contact centre environment handling high volume of calls Excellent communication skills and ability to provide high standard of customer care Ability to work proactively with team members to improve customer service delivery Familiarity with relevant legislation including the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act Willingness to work necessary shift patterns and provide cover for team members during periods of absence Key Skills CCTV,Federal Agencies,Customer Service,Clearance,Facility,Suspicious Activity,Property Damage,Public Safety,Daily Operations,Professional Development,Access Control,Communication,General Public,Procedures,Powerpoint Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1