An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Leader in the Legal Shared Service Litigation and Regulatory team.
This pivotal role will predominantly:
Lead, support, develop and manage the Litigation and Regulatory team, and
Ensure the delivery of proactive, robust, high quality and specialist legal advice on Litigation and Regulatory legal matters.
In addition, the postholder will support the achievement of the Council's corporate plan, projects and aims and ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service from the in-house team, external solicitors and from counsel.
Responsibilities
Lead, support and develop the Litigation and Regulatory team and contribute to the development of the Legal Shared Service, generally.
Lead on complex legal matters, identifying potential areas of risk and liability and advising on solution focused strategies.
Ensure Legal Shared Services provides proactive, pragmatic, robust and solution focused advice and a support service to all clients (internal and external).
Monitor budgets for the Litigation and Regulatory team, looking for innovative and creative ways to save money whilst improving the services provided.
Research, analyse, investigate and provide legal advice to councillors and to officers on any matter within the functions of the Council.
Attend Member and Officer meetings as required, including meetings of the Council, Cabinet and Committees to ensure that decisions are lawful.
About You
We're seeking a confident legal professional with:
Proven track record in managing a legal team.
Legal expertise and experience in Litigation and Regulatory law.
Strong interpersonal and client management skills.
A collaborative approach to working across councils and teams.
Guided by our Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, we put the environment at the heart of every decision. We live our values-trust, care, confidence, collaboration, and customer focus-while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join us and make a difference.
In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:
30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays.
Please note: annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, e.g. part-timers
Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible working options
Staff Parking Permit
Reimbursement of professional fees
Comprehensive development and training
Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
Access to discounts and benefits via online platform
Additional Information
Disability Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.
Disclosure Checks
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
English Fluency
Closing date for applications: 22 June 2026
Interviews are scheduled for w/c: 3 July 2026
NOTE : Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
You may have experience in the following: Litigation Team Leader, Legal Team Leader, Regulatory Lawyer, Senior Litigation Lawyer, Principal Lawyer, Head of Litigation, Legal Services Manager, In-House Counsel (Public Sector), Local Government Lawyer, Regulatory Solicitor, Litigation Solicit
Additional Information
Salary : £50,998 to £55,224 inclusive annual salary + Local Government Pension Scheme (Pay Award Pending)
Contract : Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week)
Location : Civic Centre, St Peter's Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE. Flexible working options (including hybrid)
Job Ref: P1719
St Albans City & District Council · St. Albans