Electoral Services Manager - Elections & Registration Lead

Wiltshire Council; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking an experienced Electoral Services Manager to lead the delivery of elections, referendums and electoral registration across the county. You will act as Deputy Returning Officer and Deputy Electoral Registration Officer when required, advising on compliance and best practice while managing a skilled team.

In this hybrid role, you will oversee budgets, contracts and partnerships, ensuring services are accurate, transparent and legally compliant, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering elections, referendums and electoral registration.
• Strong understanding of current electoral legislation, guidance and best practice.
• Ability to lead, develop and motivate the Electoral Services team.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of all elections, referendums and electoral registration activities.
• Oversee the Register of Electors, absent voting arrangements and statutory processes.
• Provide expert advice to councillors, parties, agents and the public; manage risks and complex projects.
• Oversee budgets, external contracts and partnerships to support democratic engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Electoral governance

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

Wiltshire Council is seeking an experienced Electoral Services Manager to lead the delivery of elections, referendums and electoral registration across the county. You will act as Deputy Returning Officer and Deputy Electoral Registration Officer when required, advising on compliance and best practice while managing a skilled team.

In this hybrid role, you will oversee budgets, contracts and partnerships, ensuring services are accurate, transparent and legally compliant, and contribute to