Independent Standards Commissioner (Remote)

Senedd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 6,500 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Senedd invites applications for the role of Commissioner for Standards. The post is a fixed six-year appointment based in Cardiff at Tŷ Hywel, with remote work possible. The Commissioner will operate independently to safeguard public confidence in the Senedd and promote the highest standards of conduct among Members.

The successful candidate will investigate complaints, promote the standards framework, and help ensure accountability, integrity and respect in public life and Welsh democracy.

Qualifications

• Experience promoting high standards of conduct in public life.
• Ability to handle complex and sensitive matters impartially.
• Understanding of legislative processes and public appointments.
• Strong judgement, integrity and discretion.
• Excellent communication and independent working.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints against Members of the Senedd.
• Promote the standards framework and public understanding.
• Make evidence-based findings where required.
• Contribute to public confidence in the Senedd and its processes.

Skills

Public integrity

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Independent working

Job description

Senedd invites applications for the role of Commissioner for Standards. The post is a fixed six-year appointment based in Cardiff at Tŷ Hywel, with remote work possible. The Commissioner will operate independently to safeguard public confidence in the Senedd and promote the highest standards of conduct among Members.

The successful candidate will investigate complaints, promote the standards framework, and help ensure accountability, integrity and respect in public life and Welsh democracy.