Scrutiny & Governance Lead (7-Month Contract)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Surrey Heath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a pivotal role in Surrey Heath to lead the Council's Scrutiny function and act as the Designated Statutory Scrutiny Officer. You will guide Select Committees, oversee governance processes, and ensure statutory compliance while navigating a complex political landscape.

The role entails strategic leadership, independent support to committees, and delivering service improvements.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing democratic services, scrutiny services, governance, or a related local government function.
• Proven track record in committee management.
• Experience working within a complex political environment.
• Demonstrated ability in staff management and team leadership.
• Experience in delivering strategic projects, service improvements, and organizational change.
• Ability to build effective relationships with elected Members, senior officers, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Council's scrutiny function, ensuring alignment with legislative and constitutional mandates.
• Serve as the Designated Statutory Scrutiny Officer.
• Offer independent policy, research, and governance support to Select Committees.
• Oversee the preparation and dissemination of committee reports, recommendations, agendas, and minutes.
• Assist Members in effectively fulfilling their scrutiny duties.
• Supervise statutory consultations and ensure outcomes are monitored and reported accurately.
• Facilitate seamless business interactions between Cabinet, Deputy Cabinet Members, Council, Select Committees, and Regulatory Committees.

Skills

Democratic services

Scrutiny services

Governance

Committee management

Staff management

Stakeholder relations

Strategic projects

Education

Degree-level education

Management qualification

Public administration knowledge

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a pivotal role in Surrey Heath to lead the Council's Scrutiny function and act as the Designated Statutory Scrutiny Officer. You will guide Select Committees, oversee governance processes, and ensure statutory compliance while navigating a complex political landscape.

The role entails strategic leadership, independent support to committees, and delivering service improvements.