NHS

Associate Director of Legal Services

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust · Darlington, DL2 2TS

Job description

The Associate Director of Legal Services leads the strategic delivery of a high-quality, proactive legal service across the Trust focussing on claims, inquests and Court of Protection. Acting as the senior adviser on legal risk, governance and compliance within this scope, the role provides expert guidance on complex matters, oversees litigation and inquests, and ensures statutory obligations are met.

Working in partnership with clinical and corporate leaders, the post holder supports effective decision-making, strengthens governance, and drives continuous improvement within Legal Services. The role also leads the development of capacity, systems and processes to ensure a resilient and efficient legal function aligned to organisational and system-wide priorities with the aim of reaching a sustainable position within 12 months.

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