Governance & Democratic Services Officer

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Oldbury; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Generous leave schemes

Discount portal access

Wellbeing offer

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the Democratic Services Team. You will help deliver strong governance by supporting councillors and senior officers, ensuring meetings are well‑organised and decisions are transparent and compliant with the Constitution and legislation.

Located in the West Midlands, this role offers flexible working arrangements, a friendly workplace, and opportunities to develop knowledge in local democracy and political

Responsibilities

• Administer a range of Council meetings, prepare agendas and reports
• Take clear and accurate minutes
• Ensure the Council operates in line with legislation and its Constitution
• Support councillors and senior officers to deliver transparent, well‑organised decision‑making

Job description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the Democratic Services Team. You will help deliver strong governance by supporting councillors and senior officers, ensuring meetings are well‑organised and decisions are transparent and compliant with the Constitution and legislation.

Located in the West Midlands, this role offers flexible working arrangements, a friendly workplace, and opportunities to develop knowledge in local democracy and political