Committee Services Officer

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Warwick

Hybrid

GBP 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Committee Services Officer. This full-time role involves preparing meeting agendas, producing minutes, and working with senior officers and elected Members. The position offers flexible working hours, primarily from home, but may require office attendance. Candidates should possess exceptional writing skills and some knowledge of relevant legislation. This is an entry-level position, ideal for those interested in governance and local democracy.

Qualifications

Excellent skills in preparing concise and accurate written records.
Ability to work with elected Members and senior officers.
Experience in governance or local democracy is desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare agendas for committee meetings and produce minutes.
Attend committee meetings and document decisions.
Support the delivery of elections and referendums.

Skills

Exceptional writing skills

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Public sector experience

Political environment experience

Job description

Committee Services Officer

Warwick District Council

Do you have an interest in governance and local democracy? Warwick District Council has an exciting opportunity for a determined and enthusiastic Committee Services Officer to join the Civic and Committee Services team.

This role provides an opportunity to work with senior officers and elected Members at Warwick District Council. The post holder will be responsible for preparing agendas, attending committee meetings, producing minutes and other associated work.

You will need exceptional writing skills to be able to prepare concise and accurate written records of decisions made, and be comfortable working with elected Members, senior officers and members of the public. The ability to demonstrate knowledge of legislation relevant to the role and/or previous experience of working in the public sector or a political environment is desirable.

This is a full-time role but requires flexible working hours to accommodate a number of meetings which are held in the evening. The post holder will also be part of the team responsible for delivering elections and referendums in Warwick District. You will be required to work 37 hours per week Monday-Friday with a flexibility to work from home and in the office with prior agreement from the Civic and Committee Services Manager. Depending on business needs, you may be required to work in the office full time.

The intention is for the postholder to work predominately from home however, it is a requirement to attend our offices or sites within Warwick District as required. Any costs for travel from home to the office will be met by the successful candidate. However, office and hybrid working are also available.

If you wish to discuss the position in further detail before submitting your application, please contact email graham.leach@warwickdc.gov.uk

Closing Date 9th January 2026

Interviews 13th and 14th January 2026

Seniority level