Location
Wembley Park, Wembley, primarily based at the Civic Centre with other locations from time to time.

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£76,588 per annum

About the Role
Brent is a vibrant London borough known for its diversity and iconic landmarks such as Wembley Stadium. The council is undergoing a significant transformation to better serve its community, making this an exciting time to join us.

As Chief Lawyer in the Contracts Team, you will actively lead the management of the department, ensuring its development, efficiency, and success through effective leadership, budget management, strategic direction, planning, and governance. You will provide high-level, proactive legal advice on contracts, governance, and procurement to the Council, its members, and officers, acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include allocating work appropriately, monitoring the quality of the team’s output, managing a team of around 11 staff members, and ensuring their training and development needs are met.

Joining Brent Council means becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce committed to valuing its people and supporting their wellbeing and career growth.

Experience
- Strong experience in all matters relating to contracts, governance, and procurement.
- Proven ability to anticipate problems and provide effective solutions.
- Experience in managing and leading a legal team.

About you
- A can-do attitude with confidence to lead and inspire a team.
- Dependable, self-reliant, and proactive.
- Committed to delivering high-quality legal advice and service.
- Ability to work collaboratively with members, senior officers, and colleagues across the Council.

Qualifications
- Current practising certificate as a Barrister, Solicitor, or Legal Executive.