Assistant Director of Legal Services and Monitoring OfficerPermanent Full-Time (36 hours per week)Grade G14: £105,126 - £114,822 per annumRomford Town Hall / Hybrid WorkingLead Governance. Shape Democracy. Make a Borough-Wide Impact.The London Borough of Havering is seeking an exceptional senior legal professional to step into one of its most influential roles - Assistant Director of Legal Services and Monitoring Officer.This is a rare opportunity to operate at the heart of the organisation, combining statutory authority with strategic leadership, shaping how the Council makes decisions, governs itself and serves its communities.Reporting to the Strategic Director of Resources, and directly to the Chief Executive in your capacity as Monitoring Officer, you will be a trusted adviser to elected Members and senior leaders, guiding the Council through complex legal, governance and democratic matters at a time of significant change.The RoleAs Assistant Director of Legal Services and Monitoring Officer, you will:Act as the Council''s statutory Monitoring Officer, championing lawful, ethical and transparent decision-makingServe as the Council''s principal legal adviser, providing clear, authoritative guidance to Members, Cabinet and senior officersSet the strategic direction for Legal Services, Committee Services and Elections, ensuring resilient, high-performing teamsSafeguard and evolve the Council''s Constitution and governance framework, keeping pace with legislative and best-pr