Head of Legal and Governance (Monitoring Officer)

Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority
£79,000 - £85,000
Hackney

Greater Lincolnshire is entering an exciting new phase as our Mayoral Combined Authority begins delivering on its ambitions and strengthens our capacity to drive real, longterm change for our communities. With an economy shaped by innovation in agrifood, clean growth and manufacturing, and with strong partnerships across our councils, businesses and institutions, we are building the frameworks that will support meaningful investment, unlock opportunity and deliver better outcomes for over a million residents. As we move forward, robust governance and strong democratic leadership will underpin everything we do  and that’s where this role comes in. 

THE ROLE

As our Head of Legal and Governance and Monitoring Officer, you will be at the heart of creating a modern, transparent and resilient governance framework for the new Combined Authority. A key member of the senior leadership team, you will lead our approach to democratic services, data protection, freedom of information, elections, and project assurance. Your insight and leadership will ensure the Authority meets its statutory obligations, operates with integrity, and maintains the highest standards of probity and conduct.

Your work will shape our operating model, support the development of strategic propositions for Greater Lincolnshire, and help establish a governance culture that is both innovative and futurefocused.  

This is an exceptional career opportunity to shape the governance environment of a newly formed Combined Authority, ensuring we meet our statutory commitments while championing excellence, transparency and improvement. 

INFORMATION

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