Director of Law and Governance
up to £140,445 plus £12,534 per annum for MO duties
Islington is amazing – full of creativity, energy, difference, and diversity – a place with a rich history of challenging norms and inspiring progress. We are looking for an exceptional legal and governance leader to help us work together for a more equal future.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be a trusted adviser to elected members, senior officers and services across the council. You will provide clear legal assurance, strengthen democratic governance and importantly, as a member of the corporate management team, you will help shape the future of our organisation and our place.
This is a high-profile opportunity to lead a respected legal and governance function, influence at the most senior levels and bring calm, credible judgement to a complex and politically sensitive environment.
We are looking for someone who combines professional authority with collaborative leadership — someone who is pragmatic, can inspire confidence, manage risk, support innovation and keep residents at the heart of good governance.
Director of Law and Governance Job Pack
Budget 2026/2027 and Medium Term Financial Strategy
Corporate Plan Table of Commitments
Recruitment timetable
| Closing date: | Thursday 3 September 2026 |
| Technical interviews: | Friday 18 September 2026 |
| Shortlist decision: | Friday 25 September 2026 |
| Discussion with Chief Executive | Wednesday 30 September 2026 |
| Stakeholder panels: | Thursday 1 October 2026 |
| Discussion with Leader | Monday 5 October 2026 |
| Final panel Interview | Friday 9 October 2026 |