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Deputy Director - Legal Affairs

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Capital City College Group

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have extensive legal leadership experience, expertise in employment law and compliance, strategic counsel skills, strong contract negotiation abilities, and excellent communication skills.
  • You will oversee the legal team, manage legal risks, advise on complex matters, shape policies, negotiate contracts, and help resolve disputes to protect the organization's interests.

Requirements

  • You are a seasoned legal professional with significant leadership experience in legal affairs, including a deep understanding of employment law, corporate governance, and compliance.
  • You have a strong track record of providing strategic legal counsel at an executive level and managing complex legal challenges within a dynamic organisation.
  • Your expertise includes leading teams, drafting and negotiating contracts, and overseeing legal compliance processes.
  • You are proactive, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills, able to clearly explain complex legal issues to senior stakeholders.
  • You are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and are flexible to travel and work outside regular hours as required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the legal team, offering high-level advice to the executive team on complex legal matters, including employment law, regulatory compliance, contracts, and governance.
  • Take a hands-on role in managing legal risks, ensuring that the organisation adheres to all relevant legislation and industry regulations.
  • Play a key role in shaping policies, negotiating high-value contracts, resolving disputes, and developing strategies to protect CCCG's legal and business interests.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Deputy Director - Legal Affairs.

What type of experience is required for the role?

Significant leadership experience in legal affairs, including a deep understanding of employment law, corporate governance, and compliance is required.

Will I need to oversee a team in this role?

Yes, you will oversee the legal team and provide expert guidance across all aspects of the organization.

Is this a senior leadership position?

Yes, this is a senior leadership role where you will provide high-level advice to the executive team on complex legal matters.

What kind of legal matters will I be handling?

You will handle complex legal matters including employment law, regulatory compliance, contracts, and governance.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, working within CCCG, you will have opportunities to develop strategies to protect the organization’s legal and business interests.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role may require flexibility to travel and work outside regular hours as needed.

What employee benefits are provided?

Benefits include participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to wellness resources, interest-free season ticket loans, free annual eye health checkups, and more.

Does Capital City College Group promote equality and diversity?

Yes, CCCG is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all activities for everyone who learns and works here.

Will I be required to undergo a background check?

Yes, all successful candidates will need to complete a DBS check, with some roles requiring an Enhanced check.

How can I find out more about CCCG?

You can find out more about Capital City College Group by visiting their website at https://www.capitalccg.ac.uk/.

Is there a deadline for the job application?

Yes, CCCG reserves the right to close the vacancy if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is recommended.

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Capital City College Group

Capital City College Group is London’s largest further education college group.

Education
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2016
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Capital City College Group is London’s largest further education college group, providing exceptional education and training for our students, business clients and other stakeholders. We comprise three of London’s largest and most popular colleges – City and Islington College, Westminster Kingsway College and the College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London (CONEL) – as well as a bespoke training provider for employers and apprentices, Capital City College Training.