Democratic Services Officer

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Local Authority seeks a Democratic Services Officer for a remote position in Kingston upon Hull. The role involves supporting decision-making processes and managing committee meetings, requiring recent experience in local government. Full-time and part-time options are available, providing flexibility for candidates.

Benefits

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in managing public committee meetings.
• Strong understanding of the Council’s Constitution and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support Chairs of Committees and assist with Member training.
• Manage public committee meetings and draft minutes.
• Maintain the Council’s online services.

Skills

Experience within Local Government

Understanding of democratic processes

Committee meeting management

Job description

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Democratic Services Officer, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client: James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in South Wales, recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer to join their team on a locum, fully remote basis.

Options for full-time (37 hours/week) and part-time (30 hours/week) are available. The hourly rate is circa £35.00/hour (Umbrella), negotiable.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting Chairs of Committees with advice and briefings, and assisting the Democratic Services team with Member training and development
• Supporting decision-making meetings, providing advice on the Council’s Constitution, Standing Orders, and legislation
• Managing public committee meetings, including note-taking, drafting minutes, and publishing resolutions
• Maintaining and developing the Council’s online services, such as uploading agendas, reports, minutes, and recordings
• Advising on Standing Orders, Members’ Code of Conduct, and other procedural matters

Requirements:

• Experience within Local Government
• Strong understanding of democratic and decision-making processes
• Experience managing all aspects of public committee meetings

Rewards and Benefits:

• Fully remote work

Working hours:

• Full-time (37 hours/week) and part-time (30 hours/week) options
• Flexible start and finish times

Please note recent experience is required to apply.

James Andrews acts as an employment agency and business for this role.

We aim to respond to all applications personally; if you haven't heard within 72 hours, your application may be unsuccessful.

Recommend a friend or colleague and receive up to £100 once they complete 20 days in a role with us. Terms apply; contact us for details.