Assistant Chief Executive (Legal, Governance and Democratic Services)

East Riding of Yorkshire Council
£103,150 - £112,589
Hackney

East Riding of Yorkshire offers an exceptional quality of life alongside a strong sense of community. From its stunning coastline and rolling countryside to its historic market towns and thriving rural communities, the area combines natural beauty with opportunity. The Council plays a vital role in supporting residents, businesses and schools across this unique region and is committed to delivering high-quality, forward-thinking services that make a real difference to people’s lives.

THE ROLE

As Assistant Chief Executive for Legal, Governance and Democratic Services – and the Council’s Statutory Monitoring Officer – you will lead a modern, effective and resilient Legal and Democratic Services function at the heart of East Riding of Yorkshire Council. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will provide authoritative oversight of legal services, governance, democratic services, constitutional matters, elections, assurance, information governance and organisational integrity. Your leadership will ensure the Council fulfils its statutory duties, upholds the highest standards of probity, and operates with transparency, accountability and professionalism.

Working at both a corporate and directorate level, you will help to shape the Council’s operating model, contribute to organisation‑wide transformation, and support strategic programmes aligned to the Council’s ambitions. You will provide visible, values‑led leadership across Legal and Democratic Services, inspiring high performance, championing innovation and digital modernisation, and building a culture grounded in integrity, professionalism and continuous improvement.

This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the governance environment of a large and ambitious unitary council. You will bring strategic legal insight, political awareness and the ability to work confidently with elected members, senior officers and external partners – ensuring East Riding of Yorkshire Council remains resilient, future‑focused and well‑positioned to meet the evolving demands of local government.

INFORMATION

For further details, please click below for the link to the council's webpage, role profile and structure chart, or for more information please contact Tom Ripley on 07701 217 520 or tom.ripley@starfishsearch.com.

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Timeline

Closing date: 29th April 2026

Preliminary interviews (virtual): w/c 18th May 2026

Assessment centre (in person): 29th May 2026

Final panel interviews (in person): 30th June 2026

How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
  • A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

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