Legal Services Practice Manager
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We are seeking a dedicated and passionate practice manager to become part of the Joint Legal Services & Information Governance Team. Collaborating with colleagues across two councils, you will contribute to making a positive impact on the lives of residents in Guildford and Waverley. This is a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and smooth functioning of the team, requiring a can-do attitude and willingness to get involved in various aspects of the team's work. You will be the first point of contact for clients and handling the day-to-day operational aspects of the team , such as office management, equipment, and technology - ensuring that the team has the necessary resources and infrastructure to support its legal work.
This is an exciting time to join the Joint Legal Services & Information Governance Team which is a shared legal service for Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council providing the highest quality professional legal advice to both councils. We offer flexible working from our offices in both Guildford and Godalming, as well as home working.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alanna Norman on hr@waverley.gov.uk
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form.
Closing date for applications: 09:00am on 17th November 2025.
Interview date: w/c 24th November 2025
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.
Salary range
- £46,756 per year