Governance & Committees Officer

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is recruiting a Democratic Services Officer to support governance and decision-making across the authority. The role focuses on organising and administering council and committee meetings, advising elected members on procedures, and ensuring minutes and reports are produced to tight schedules.

We’re seeking an organised, confident and politically aware professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work with councillors, senior officers and partners.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting committees or formal meetings is desirable.
• Willingness to learn how local government operates in a political environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Organise and administer high-profile council and committee meetings.
• Provide expert governance advice to elected members and senior officers.
• Prepare agendas, manage reports, and produce minutes to tight deadlines.
• Guide colleagues and stakeholders through complex governance processes.
• Support governance for council-owned companies.
• Attend evening meetings and events as needed.

Skills

Organised

Detail-focused

Public speaking

Politically astute

Strong communicator

Adaptable

Tech-savvy

Tools

Modern.gov

Job description

Lancashire County Council is recruiting a Democratic Services Officer to support governance and decision-making across the authority. The role focuses on organising and administering council and committee meetings, advising elected members on procedures, and ensuring minutes and reports are produced to tight schedules.

We’re seeking an organised, confident and politically aware professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work with councillors, senior officers and partners.