Our Local Authority client based in the North West, is currently recruiting for an interim Deputy Monitoring Officer on a locum basis for 6-months initially.

The role is predominantly remote with ad-hoc attendance required for key meetings, and offers a rate of up to £850 p/day UMB.

The ideal candidate will have Monitoring Officer or DMO experience within Local Government, and practise as a qualified legal professional.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Acting as Deputy Monitoring Officer with responsibility for reviewing and advising on the constitution, key decisions, council and committee reports and officer decision records

• Carrying own caseload of 25+ matters spanning Local Governance law and practice, including advising Council officers

• Providing guidance on Cabinet and Council reports, in accordance with the Council’s constitution, law and practice

Working hours:

• Up to 37-hours a week

• Part time/flexible working patterns will be considered

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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