Democratic Services Officer

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional local authority recruitment service is seeking a Democratic Services Officer on an interim basis for a minimum of 3-6 months. This role offers a hybrid working model, requiring attendance in the office one day a week. The ideal candidate will provide essential governance support and advice, leveraging their experience in democratic processes and administration. Competitive daily rate of £250 available.

Qualifications

• Strong background in administration is required.
• Prior experience in Democratic Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice and support to the Council.
• Assist with agenda planning and meeting convening.
• Offer governance support and advice to elected members.

Skills

Democratic Services experience

Minute-taking

Committee support

Tools

Issue Manager system

Job description

Democratic Services Officer

Rate: £250 per day umbrella (Locum / Interim)

Location: East Anglia - Cambridgeshire

Working: Hybrid (one day a week in office ideally)

About the Democratic Services Officer role:

Our client, a Local Authority based in Cambridgeshire, is seeking a Democratic Services Officer on an interim basis for an anticipated minimum period of 3-6 months.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with prior experience in democratic or member services.

The successful Democratic Services Officer will be able to work full-time (or 4 days per week) remotely, in addition to attending once a week.

Responsibilities of the Democratic Services Officer role:

• To provide specialist advice and support to the Council and its directorates regarding the decision-making process.
• To provide essential committee and governance support, which includes agenda planning, convening meetings, decisions and recommendations to the Executive and Council for regulatory and scrutiny functions.
• To offer advice to the elected members and senior management.
• To support the continued maintenance of the Forward Plan and have excellent knowledge of Issue Manager system.

Experience required for the Democratic Services Officer role:

Although prior experience within Democratic Services would be preferred, candidates with a strong background in administration, including minute-taking, will be considered.

How to apply for the Democratic Services Officer role:

To apply, please submit your CV and/or cover letter via this page or alternatively, contact Jennifer McPhail in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office.

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