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LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY
Director of Legal Services and General Counsel
Job reference: REQ250966
Application closing date: 16/11/2025
Location: Loughborough
Package: Management and Specialist grade 9. Starting salary to be confirmed upon appointment
Job description
Make an impact where it matters most.&nbsp;
At Loughborough University, we’re proud of our reputation for excellence&nbsp;in research, teaching, innovation, and sport, but it’s our people who make this possible. As part of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, our Legal Services team plays a vital role&nbsp;in enabling that success. We&nbsp;work in partnership with colleagues across the University, from our academic schools and professional services to key industrial collaborators, helping to deliver major corporate projects, support world-class sport, and manage our estate and infrastructure across both campuses.&nbsp;
We’re now looking for an experienced and forward-thinking lawyer to lead our Legal Services team as Director of Legal Services and General Counsel.&nbsp;This is a pivotal leadership role, providing strategic legal guidance to the University’s senior management and governing body, and ensuring we continue to thrive in an increasingly complex and regulated environment. Your work will help&nbsp;protect and support the interests of both staff and students,&nbsp;ensuring that our community can achieve its full potential.&nbsp;
Legal Services is a trusted and respected part of the University’s professional services. We’re seeking someone who can build on this reputation, strengthening our partnerships across the University and ensuring that our advice and support continue to be insightful, proactive, and solutions-focused.&nbsp;
In this role, you will:&nbsp;
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<li>Lead and develop the Legal Services team to provide strategic, commercial, and high-quality legal support aligned with the University’s ambitions.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Advise senior leaders and governance bodies on complex legal matters and risk management, supporting confident decision-making that benefits staff and students alike.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Promote a strong culture of compliance, integrity, and ethical decision-making across the University.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Represent Legal Services on key University committees and projects, collaborating closely with senior colleagues, external partners, and the wider University community.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Drive service improvement and innovation, manage budgets effectively, and champion professional development within the team and across the University.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
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About you&nbsp;
We’re looking for someone who combines legal expertise with strong leadership and collaboration skills. You will bring:&nbsp;
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<li>A robust legal background and proven leadership experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Strategic insight, commercial awareness, and the ability to translate legal advice into practical, forward-looking solutions.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Professional legal qualifications and a commitment to ongoing development.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>A personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Experience within Higher Education or a similarly regulated sector would be an advantage.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Why Loughborough?&nbsp;
Loughborough offers a dynamic, supportive, and welcoming environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. You’ll join a University recognised for its strong sense of community, its commitment to staff and student wellbeing, and its dedication to helping colleagues develop and succeed.&nbsp;
We’re proud of our inclusive culture and we actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;
For informal enquiries please contact Megan Cox,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:M.Cox@lboro.ac.uk" target="_blank">M.Cox@lboro.ac.uk</a>, Recruitment and Resourcing Manager.&nbsp;
For more information, please refer to the&nbsp;<a href="https://vacancies.lboro.ac.uk/jobdesc/REQ250966.PDF" target="_blank">Candidate Pack</a>.&nbsp;  &nbsp;
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;Sunday 16th&nbsp;November 2025&nbsp;
Interview date:&nbsp;Week commencing 8th&nbsp;December 2025&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our Benefits&nbsp;
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community.  Examples of our benefits include:&nbsp;
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our annual leave purchase scheme.  &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green spaces, across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.&nbsp;
Financial Wellbeing - competitive salary, two well-established pension schemes and everyday savings opportunities.&nbsp;
Support for you and your family - on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options, and a range of family friendly policies.&nbsp;
Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.&nbsp;
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, on-campus parking, as well as variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting. &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.lboro.ac.uk/services/hr/rewards-and-benefits" target="_blank">Discover more</a>  about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.&nbsp;

Director of Legal Services and General Counsel

<h4> Location </h4> Tigers Road, Leicester <h4> Business Area </h4> Professional Standards <h4> Department </h4> KC - Complaints <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 6 <h4>Salary</h4>£38,754 - £42,897<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Temporary <h4> Duration of Post if not Permanent </h4> to 31/3/26 <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV <h4> Description </h4>Ensure complaints are dealt with effectively for Leicestershire PoliceAs Professional Standards Investigator, you’ll lead and support investigations relating to members of staff or Police Officers arising from complaints and intelligence. This important role can see the investigations you undertake leading to criminal offences or disciplinary action when needed. This is a fixed-term contract until 31/03/2026 and offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience with the Professional Standards team!What you’ll be doing<ul><li>Identify, secure and review all relevant material relating to public complaints</li><li>Obtain witness evidence from victims and witnesses</li><li>Assume the role of Investigating Officer for misconduct hearings</li></ul>The must haves<ul><li>Educated to degree standard, or have experience of working at a level requiring the use of English to degree standard</li><li>Knowledge of legislation and procedures associated with the investigation of serious crime and corruption</li><li>Experience in a role requiring the use of investigation skills in dispute/conflict resolution</li></ul>What’s in it for you? At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s next Read through the job description and click APPLY to complete your application!To support you with your application we’ve provided some <a href="https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and the <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/find-your-place-in-the-force/supporting-force/police-staff-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on Sunday 16th November at 23:55.</li></ul>For part time hours the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, this is based on the number of hours for the vacancy.If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Recruitment Team: <a href="mailto:careers@leics.police.uk" target="_blank">careers@leics.police.uk</a>Who we areAt Leicestershire Police it’s not just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire. To understand how you can make a difference visit our <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/candidate/download_file_opp/9165/56782/1/0/3b2623aabe7ffa578593bb2eabddfc03dc7bab85" target="_blank"> Professional Standards Investigator.pdf – 261KB </a> 





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Professional Standards Investigator

<h4> Location </h4> Annesley <h4> Business Area </h4> EMSOU <h4> Department </h4> XS - EMSOU-Op Inves/Surveillance Team <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 6 <h4>Salary</h4>£38,754 - £42,897<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37, 25.9 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV, SC <h4> Description </h4>Uncover assets and disrupt serious and organised crime.As a SOC Financial Investigator for EMSOU, you’ll drive investigations into serious and organised crime. You’ll recover assets and obtain confiscation orders through development of intelligence and gathering evidence to help prosecute money laundering offences.We have a full-time (37 hours) and part-time position (25.9 hours) available.You’ll be <ul><li>Planning investigations ensuring they are conducted thoroughly.</li><li>Identifying criminally obtained assets and conducting confiscation inquiries.</li><li>Providing specialist financial investigation advise to a range of stakeholders.</li></ul>You must have<ul><li>Current or previous accreditation as a Financial Investigator.</li><li>Complex crime investigation skills including asset confiscation and exhibit handling.</li><li>Awareness of intelligence gathering with experience of financial intelligence submissions.</li></ul>Due to the nature of the role, applicants must have 5 years’ continuous residency in the UK.What’s in it for you?By joining us, you will be part of a team of highly skilled, professional, and dedicated colleagues and partners, who are committed to policing with integrity. We offer a range of exciting career pathways, formal training, secondments, mentoring and development opportunities to improve your skills and help you progress your career. We offer continued professional development, through events, guest speakers, and training for everyone. Your skills will help keep people safe.What’s nextPlease click apply to complete your application, stating how you meet the criteria as listed within the job description.To support you with your application we have provided some application <a href="https://sway.office.com/vGS12xsbDC1vl4vU?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">useful guidance</a> and our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on Sunday 16th November 2025 at 23:55</li></ul>Who we areWe are a collaborative unit of officers and staff tackling the most serious, organised, and violent crime, counter terrorism and extremism and providing forensic services on behalf of the region.To find out more about <a href="https://www.emsou.police.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">EMSOU</a> visit our website.<a href="https://www.emsou.police.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">EMSOU</a> has a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality, we celebrate difference and encourage diversity of thought.<a href="https://www.emsou.police.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">EMSOU</a>are Disability Confident Committed.#LI-Hybrid<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/candidate/download_file_opp/9129/56782/1/0/60a18ae1d0a84f84e3c1c10c084bb3febc1a25d0" target="_blank"> SOC Financial Investigator.pdf – 329KB </a> 





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Are you ready to take the next step in your career, in an organisation where you will be supported to excel professionally? If so, join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Councils in England.We are continuing with the growth of the new team with the addition of a Senior Litigation Lawyer to sit within the Corporate legal area.For more information please&nbsp;contact Nicki Agalamanyi, Head of Legal (Corporate) on 07901931853 for a confidential discussion.Due to the nature of the role, we will require the successful candidate to work on a full time basis.&nbsp;Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? If you have experience in litigation, particularly housing matters and general civil litigation, we want to hear from you. Skills in criminal litigation would be welcome but are not essential for this role.Your duties will involve:<ul>
<li>Housing disrepair claims</li>
<li>Possession claims for antisocial behaviour, rent arrears etc</li>
<li>Advice on commercial tenancies</li>
<li>Judicial Review matters</li>
<li>Advocacy at the County Court/High Court as may be required</li>
<li>Defending general litigation matters initiated against the council</li>
<li>Assisting with policy and procedures related to civil litigation</li>
<li>Assisting with insurance claims for personal injury</li>
<li>Assisting with criminal litigation and/or licensing matters as may be required</li>
<li>Assisting in the training and supervision of Paralegals and Legal Assistants as may be required</li>
</ul>About you No two days are the same at West Northants. We deliver legal services across a wide range of council departments giving you exposure to a broad range of legal work.Therefore, if you are looking to further develop your existing local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won’t find a better place to do so. Whilst local government experience is not essential, a passion for delivering an excellent legal service in a fast-paced environment and a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service is.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Senior Lawyer (Litigation)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>Would you like to join a&nbsp;local&nbsp;authority where you can progress your legal career and be supported&nbsp;to&nbsp;excel professionally? If so, join the Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.&nbsp;You will ideally have at least two years’ post qualification experience in the relevant areas of local government law, prosecutions, regulatory and general litigation and be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister.If you are proactive, organised and&nbsp;want to work in a fast-paced environment then you may be the person that we are looking for.&nbsp;For more information, please contact Nicki Agalamanyi, Head of Legal (Corporate &amp; Place) on 07901 931853 for a confidential discussion.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>You will:&nbsp;<ul><li>Be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister.</li><li>Advocate for the Council in Court,&nbsp;</li><li>Be able to hold a full caseload of criminal litigation cases.</li><li>Be able to work as part of a team.</li><li>Be able to work to tight timelines and under pressure.</li></ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Senior Lawyer (Childcare)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;



We are pleased to be advertising the role of Compliance Officer within the Adults and Health Directorate. This is a permanent role to work within the Adult Social Care Quality Assurance Team.&nbsp; 
This role is key to the success and sustainability of locally commissioned provider services. The role will contribute to a program of work which focuses on compliance, improvements to quality of care and development of the provider sector.&nbsp; If you have experience of undertaking quality assurance work within the adult social care sector…….we want to hear from you!
About you…
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<li>A-Level equivalent in Maths and English</li>
<li>Experience of working in a Quality Assurance and/or within a regulatory role for the provider sector</li>
<li>Experience of delivering service improvement</li>
<li>Detail orientated and able to think creatively</li>
<li>Strong partnership working skills</li>
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About the role…
To be successful as the Compliance Officer your duties will include:
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<li>Maintaining regular contact with care providers via monthly multi-disciplinary meetings</li>
<li>Acting as a point of contact for care providers regarding any issues connected to quality and compliance in line with their CQC regulatory standards of care</li>
<li>Providing regular updates to providers via newsletter, email and telephone contact on various topics including training, infection control etc.</li>
<li>Acting as a link to national, regional and local forums connected to provider care provision including Skills for Care</li>
<li>Working with the Compliance Lead to co-ordinate the assurance visits, undertake pre-assurance visit research and collate data to prepare for potential key lines of enquiry</li>
<li>Undertaking aspects of the assurance visits in line with Rutland’s Assurance Framework and to record, analyse and report findings from these visits to produce SMART action plans which support an approach of continuous improvement</li>
<li>Involvement in implementing projects with providers, informed by national, regional and local priorities and to co-produce, co-design with providers wherever possible</li>
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Please note you will require a full driving license to enable you to travel around the county.
The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.
Compliance Officerinterviews will be held week commencing 8 December 2025
Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay. 
To be successful in this role – you may have experience working in the following roles:
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<li>Care/Support professional role within the Provider Sector</li>
<li>Commissioning and Compliance roles</li>
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Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice.&nbsp; As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit <a href="https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please contact Kelly McAleese on 01572 758167 or at <a href="mailto:kmcaleese@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">kmcaleese@rutland.gov.uk</a>
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:
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<li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>
<li>Cycle to Work scheme.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>
<li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>
<li>Car Lease scheme&nbsp;via Tusker.</li>
<li>Payment of professional subscription / membership&nbsp;- If your job description requires that you are registered with or are&nbsp;a member of&nbsp;a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>
<li>Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li>
<li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>
<li>Our West Ways of Working&nbsp;– We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>
<li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>
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<h2>About the role</h2>
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and do you want to be supported in achieving the step after that? We are creating a brand new in-house Legal Team to support the Northamptonshire Children’s Trust.&nbsp; Join the existing Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you have experience in Child Care Law, we want to hear from you.&nbsp; Whether you are looking to develop your local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won’t find a better place to do so.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst local government experience is not essential, a passion for delivering an excellent legal service in a fast-paced environment and a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service is.
View our colleagues,&nbsp;Mukti and Viren talk about their experience working with our team.
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<h2>Additional information</h2>
West Northants is a great place to work. With a focus on career development, wellbeing, flexibility and support, this is an opportunity for you to take the next step on your career journey in a supported environment. We have mentoring, buddying, coaching, training and many other opportunities available to assist and develop you, to ensure your success in the role and your ongoing progression and success within the Council. We will also consider any version of flexible working you can come up with.&nbsp;
For more information please visit our designated legal recruitment pages at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams" target="_blank">https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams</a> or contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion. &nbsp;
Please also join us at one of our virtual collaboration sessions where we welcome your thoughts about what the future of Child Care legal teams holds and help us to shape that future.&nbsp; Attendees will include representatives from West Northants Council, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust and Child Care lawyers from private practice, together with Pam Burrows, the wellbeing expert supporting West Northants Council to shape a strong and resilient legal team with wellbeing at its core. Details of these sessions will be shared on our social media pages, LinkedIn and our designated legal recruitment pages.
<h2>Company information</h2>
At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.
Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;
Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;
We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner
The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.
If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.
West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Senior Lawyer (Child Care)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:
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<li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>
<li>Cycle to Work scheme.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>
<li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>
<li>Car Lease scheme</li>
<li>Payment of professional subscription / membership&nbsp;- If your job description requires that you are registered with or are&nbsp;a member of&nbsp;a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li>
<li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>
<li>Our West Ways of Working&nbsp;– We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>
<li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>
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<h2>About the role</h2>
Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skills, progress your career and step into a leadership role? &nbsp;Join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.
For more information please contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion.
<h2>Additional information</h2>
Whilst experience of advising on Adult Social Care law is essential, local government experience is not. What’s more important is a passion for delivering an excellent legal service, a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service and a drive to progress and achieve your own ambition.
<h2>Company information</h2>
At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.
Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;
Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;
We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner
The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.
If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.
West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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