Senior Democratic Services & Governance Leader

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is seeking a Democratic Services Manager to lead democratic services and scrutiny support across the Authority, ensuring governance is lawful, transparent and effective. You will work with elected Members, the Mayor and senior officers to provide expert governance advice and oversee committees and scrutiny services.

With a strong track record in democratic services or governance, you will drive continuous improvement, develop teams and build

Qualifications

• Significant experience in democratic services, governance and scrutiny.
• Experience advising elected Members and senior leaders on complex issues.
• Knowledge of local government governance and constitutional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of democratic services and scrutiny support across the Authority.
• Oversee committee and scrutiny services and support high-profile meetings.
• Develop governance arrangements and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Democratic services

Governance

Scrutiny

Advising elected Members

Constitutional requirements

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Decision-making support

Governance improvement

Job description

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is seeking a Democratic Services Manager to lead democratic services and scrutiny support across the Authority, ensuring governance is lawful, transparent and effective. You will work with elected Members, the Mayor and senior officers to provide expert governance advice and oversee committees and scrutiny services.

With a strong track record in democratic services or governance, you will drive continuous improvement, develop teams and build