Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services for an interim position based in Shrewsbury. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to join a respected local authority team, focusing on managing electoral processes and engaging with a variety of stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a key part in shaping the local authority's Corporate Plan and ensuring compliance with legislation. Significant leadership experience and familiarity with political environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading a democratic and/or elections service.
• Experience in the public sector/local authorities.
• Ability to analyze and present complex information.

Responsibilities

• Manage democratic and electoral functions of the local authority.
• Deliver Corporate and Service Specific Policies and Strategies.
• Resolve member complaints and attend cabinet meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Legislative Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Job description

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Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services, shrewsbury

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Client:

Sellick Partnership

Location:

shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services

Hybrid Working

About the Role:

Sellick Partnership is looking for a Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services to join a Local Authority on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected team.

Key Responsibilities of the Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services include:

• The organisation and management of the democratic and electoral functions of the local authority
• To take an active role in delivering Corporate and Service Specific Policies and Strategies
• To work in collaboration with the local authority's services as well as public, private, and third sector partners
• To ensure the local authority's Corporate Plan is delivered to maximum potential
• Dealing with member complaints
• Attending full cabinet meetings

Key Skills and Experience of the Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services :

• Significant experience leading a democratic and/or elections service
• Previous experience working as a Monitoring Officer
• Previous experience working in the public sector/local authorities
• Previous experience working in a political environment, understanding political processes and competently managing politically sensitive issues
• Experience planning, delivering, and managing projects
• Significant understanding of legislation and standards relevant to Electoral and Democratic processes
• Efficient leadership and management skills
• Ability to analyse and present complex information to a wide audience

Our client is offering hybrid working with one day a week in the office, however they can be flexible for the right candidate.

If you would like to have a confidential chat about this role then please contact Sara Robinson in our Manchester office.