Nottinghamshire County Council
LGR Specialist Manager (Legal and Governance)
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Salary
£47,181 - £52,413 per annum
National pay award pending
Type of Vacancy
Fixed Term
Work Pattern
Full Time
Duration (Months)
22
Hours per Week
37
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford. NG2 7QP
Working Arrangements
Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification
[LGR Specialist Manager Job Description Person Spec.pdf – 219KB](Opens in a new window)
Additional Documentation
[FAQs regarding secondment opportunities.pdf – 175KB](Opens in a new window)
Competency Framework
Tier 5
Number of Posts
1
Interview Date
2 October 2026
Closing Date
21 September 2026 23:55
Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Councils are seeking expressions of interest for secondment opportunities to support the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Programme. These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to a major transformation across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, shaping the future of local services. Successful candidates will be employed by Nottinghamshire County Council as the host employer, for the duration of the secondment while working within a collaborative programme environment across partner organisations.
We are seeking a dedicated LGR Specialist Manager to join our Legal and Governance Programme. This role is pivotal in developing insightful reports and analyses that will shape the future of local governance across Nottinghamshire. You will provide specialist support as we navigate exciting changes in our council structure, ensuring that our legal and governance frameworks are robust and effective.
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Role Responsibilities
As the LGR Specialist Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
- Research and Reporting: Conduct in-depth research and produce comprehensive reports that inform decision-making.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various stakeholders to gather insights and foster effective communication.
- Project Management: Oversee specific projects within the Legal and Governance Programme, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Legal Support: Provide expert legal guidance and support to the LGR Implementation Portfolio, ensuring compliance with statutory frameworks.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for enhancing processes and outcomes within the programme.
Required Skills And Qualifications
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- A law degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
- Strong knowledge of legal frameworks and governance practices, particularly in local authorities.
- Proven experience in legal research, analysis, and reporting.
- Proficiency in using IT tools and software for data management and reporting.
Required Soft Skills Or Competencies/Behaviours
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Customer Focus: A commitment to delivering excellent service to our community.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to changing priorities and challenges.
- Integrity: Upholding high ethical standards in all aspects of work.
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Before applying, candidates are encouraged to discuss this secondment opportunity with their line manager to ensure appropriate support and backfill arrangements can be considered. Early conversations will help assess suitability and ensure alignment with service priorities.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Ruth Dennis on 01623 457009 or by email ruth.dennis@ashfield.gov.uk.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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