Interim Head of Democratic Services – Governance & Scrutiny Leader

VennGroup; England; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Venn Group's Public Sector Legal & Governance team is seeking an experienced Locum/Interim Head of Democratic Services for a Sussex based Local Authority. The role leads Democratic Services, Overview & Scrutiny and Civic Office functions, providing expert governance advice to elected Members and senior officers.

The position is a full-time, 37 hours per week interim contract with potential extension. The candidate will manage meetings, constitutional matters and ensure compliant governance in a

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in Local Government Democratic Services.
• Strong knowledge of governance, constitutional procedures and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead Democratic Services, Overview & Scrutiny and Civic Office functions.
• Provide expert advice on constitutional matters and governance processes.
• Oversee meetings including timetabling and political balance.
• Develop and review the authority's Constitution and democratic arrangements.
• Support scrutiny, policy development and political accountability.
• Advise elected Members and senior officers on complex governance matters.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Policy development

Communication

Governance

Job description

Venn Group's Public Sector Legal & Governance team is seeking an experienced Locum/Interim Head of Democratic Services for a Sussex based Local Authority. The role leads Democratic Services, Overview & Scrutiny and Civic Office functions, providing expert governance advice to elected Members and senior officers.

The position is a full-time, 37 hours per week interim contract with potential extension. The candidate will manage meetings, constitutional matters and ensure compliant governance in a