Overview

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an outstanding individual to join our senior leadership team as the Associate Director for Law & Governance. This high-impact, high-profile role is central to the Council's improvement journey, focusing on upholding the highest standards of governance and championing continuous improvement. You will drive strategic and operational change, and work closely with Directors and Group Directors in managing legal, governance, and information services.

Salary: £92,995 - £104,484

Location: Dudley, West Midlands – on site

Employer: Dudley Council

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational and tactical leadership across legal services, constitutional governance, data protection, and information governance.
• Support the Monitoring Officer in fulfilling statutory duties, be the deputy Monitoring Officer and uphold the highest standards of lawful and ethical decision-making.
• Lead the management and delivery of accessible, timely legal and governance advice to members and officers.
• Drive transformation through innovative solutions, technology integration, and modernised working practices aligned with the Council’s new operating model.
• Collaborate closely with procurement and commissioning teams to ensure best value and robust governance.
• Manage budgets, ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and contribute to corporate resilience and business continuity.

Why Dudley?

Dudley is a borough on the rise — ambitious, inclusive and committed to change. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future direction of the Council, working at the forefront of innovation and governance. Be part of a leadership team committed to improving services, efficiency, and customer experience for our community.

Application Process

Applications close: Thursday 18 September 2025.

The recruitment process will include technical interviews with longlisted applicants to confirm the shortlist. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to assessment centres and attend final interviews. Please indicate any periods you are unavailable.

To support diversity and inclusion, your personal data will be anonymised when you apply. Please remove your name and date of birth from attachments prior to uploading them.

Online application forms will be accepted. Online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation proving the right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

If you require support completing an online or paper application form or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or acl@dudley.gov.uk. If you require assistance as a disabled applicant, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.

For help with applying or if you experience a problem, please visit the WM Jobs Help Page or contact the HR Resourcing Team via the addresses above.

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Notes

Attached documents include the Job Description & Person Specification and the Employee Benefits List (Final v2.pdf).