executive director legal analyst United Kingdom
Job description
About the role and our team
We’re looking for an Executive Director of Legal Services within His Majesty’s Attorney General’s Chambers which is a key position within the Office’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
Reporting directly to H.M. Attorney General, you will lead the delivery of professional standards, service outcomes and performance in Chambers through the development and maintenance of a service delivery culture.
The roles that you will be the responsible for are the Director of Advisory and Legislation Support, Director of Litigation, Director of Commercial Law, Director of Prosecutions, Director of ICART, Chief Legislative Drafter and the Head of Crown, and work towards developing a team of leaders within Chambers.
You will also be the chair of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT) and will be responsible for co-ordinating decisions which impact more than one Division with a view to ensuring the best outcome for Chambers. As a member of the SLT, you will lead the on-going development of Chambers and support the achievement of key strategic objectives and priorities.
You will be expected to take a lead role in the development of successful working relationships with clients and key stakeholders across Government, thereby facilitating the on-going development of policy and strategy in the delivery of legal services, engendering cultural change and supporting the effectiveness of service delivery.
What can this role offer me
If working flexibly is important to you, you’ll be happy to know we operate a flexi-time system making it easier to reclaim any additional hours worked and to fit your other commitments around your work life.
You can also take advantage of the excellent opportunities we provide for personal and professional development. This includes access to all the great courses the Isle of Man Government offer through LEAD, our Learning, Education and Development Service.
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How to find out more and apply
For more information please see the attached job description and person specification, alternatively contact H.M. Attorney General Walter Wannenburgh on 01624 687073.
For further information on applying for roles within the Isle of Man Public Service, please read our Notes for Applicants and Isle of Man Government People Qualities guidance.
Applications for this post will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. You’ll need to upload your latest CV to your application, and we recommend that you also include a cover letter that explains your motivations for applying, and that demonstrates your suitability for this post. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at [email protected].
Additional information
Please note a standard police check is required for this post, which the Attorney General’s Chambers will cover the cost of for you. Please note if you have lived for more than 6 months outside of the UK in the last 5 years, you will be required to obtain a Letter of Good Standing from the appropriate authorities in the relevant locations, please read the guidance about how to obtain this letter.
A relocation package and interview expenses are not available for this role.
We support flexible working and equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and would encourage you to apply.
The Isle of Man Public Service is an equal opportunities employer which supports and promotes flexible working. We understand its benefits in improving work-life balance and supporting health and wellbeing and, in its different forms; it is widespread throughout the Public Service. We are happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements, including job share partnerships, for our roles (where possible) and if interested you should discuss this with the Hiring Manager.
Find out more about where a career in the Isle of Man Public Service could take you at hr.gov.im/careers
