Deputy Elections and Land Charges Manager

inploi; Bury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government electoral service is seeking a Deputy Elections and Land Charges Manager to effectively manage and support electoral functions, including organizing elections and referendums while engaging local voters. This full-time position in Bury offers a competitive salary and requires detailed responsibility in electoral services compliance. Applicants should be able to work under pressure with strong organizational skills and experience in managing electoral processes. The role ensures that elections are run smoothly and statutory obligations met.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing elections and participation initiatives.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the organising of elections and referenda.
• Recruit and train staff for election duties.
• Prepare and publish the annual Register of Electors.

Job description

Deputy Elections and Land Charges Manager

Employer:

Location: Bury, BL9 0SW

Pay: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 05/02/2026

About this job

Working within the Corporate Core this will be a key role in delivering efficient electoral services which comply with electoral registration and elections legislation and meets the performance standards set by the Electoral Commission.

You will support the Elections and Land Charges Manager for ensuring that all elections and referendums are run effectively and efficiently in accordance with legislation and for ensuring that all eligible persons are registered to vote.

Both of these key functions are statutory responsibilities.

You will develop and implement delivery plans in relation to all elections types, polls and referenda as well as in relation to the annual canvass of electors, the publication of the Register of Electors, the rolling registration process and management of absent voters.

You will support with the creation and delivery of initiatives which encourage the engagement of local people in the democratic process and increase voter participation especially targeting hard to reach groups.

Key responsibilities

Support the organising of Parliamentary, European, Municipal, any associated by-elections and referenda, on behalf of the Returning Officer/Deputy Returning Officer ensuring that the Returning officer’s statutory obligations and deadlines are met.

This will involve the recruitment and training of staff in relation to election duties and close liaison with candidates and their agents, together with the publication of any statutory notices.

Support the organising of and managing the counting of votes at elections and referenda in order to assist the Returning Officer/Deputy Returning Officer in returning election results.

Organise the preparation and publication of the annual Register of Electors, the monthly Rolling Registration Electors Lists and Electors Lists on behalf of the Electoral Registration Officer to ensure that statutory deadlines are met.

Responsible for service developments to increase voter participation.

Be responsible for planning and delivering the annual canvass Provide management support in the absence of the Elections and Land Charges Manager Normal hours of work are 37 hours per week based around the usual business working week.

Dependent on service requirements, you may be required to work on a rota basis.

About Bury

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Appointment & Safeguarding

Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment.

Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

Please note we are unable to support with sponsorship at this time.

EEO Statement

We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community.

Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Rachel Everitt on r.everittbury.gov.uk.

Interviews will be held on Monday 2 February 2026.