Senior Democratic Services Officer

Zohorecruit; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Slough is seeking a seasoned governance professional for a 5–6 month interim role to deliver high-quality democratic, governance and procedural support to the Cabinet, committees, panels, scrutiny bodies, elected members and senior officers.

The role involves leading governance processes, advising on constitutional matters, preparing statutory documents, publishing the Forward Plan, monitoring key decisions, and ensuring legal and democratic compliance, with a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in Local Authority Democratic Services, Committee Services, Governance or Scrutiny Services.
• At least 2 years' direct experience supporting Cabinet or senior political bodies.
• ADSO Certificate and Diploma in local democracy completed.
• Degree or higher education in governance or public administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration and governance support for Cabinet and Executive decision-making processes.
• Ensure all Cabinet business adheres to statutory requirements and governance standards.
• Advise senior officers and elected members on procedural and constitutional matters.
• Maintain, coordinate, and publish the Council's Forward Plan.
• Monitor and track key decisions, ensuring compliance with legal notice requirements.
• Collaborate with Directors and Heads of Service to identify upcoming decisions.

Skills

Governance experience

Democratic services

Public administration

Policy advisory

Education

ADSO Certificate in Democratic Services Knowledge

ADSO Diploma in Local Democracy

Degree or higher education qualification

Governance/Public Administration qualification

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 24/09/2026

Job Information

Interim & Executive Management

City Slough

Province Slough

Postal Code SL1

Job Description

5-6 months contract with a local authority

Please note the client is looking for someone who can match this role not someone looking to Step up

Summary

• This is a 5-6 month contract role with a local authority, offering a daily rate of £400 under an umbrella arrangement. The position requires a seasoned professional to deliver high-quality democratic, governance, and procedural support to the Cabinet, committees, panels, scrutiny bodies, elected members, and senior officers. The role involves leading governance processes, aiding executive decision-making, preparing statutory documents, providing constitutional advice, and ensuring the Council fulfills its legal and democratic responsibilities.
  

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration and governance support for Cabinet and Executive decision-making processes.
  
• Ensure all Cabinet business adheres to statutory requirements, constitutional provisions, and governance standards.
  
• Advise senior officers and elected members on procedural and constitutional matters.
  
• Maintain, coordinate, and publish the Council's Forward Plan.
  
• Monitor and track key decisions, ensuring compliance with legal notice requirements and governance procedures.
  
• Collaborate with Directors and Heads of Service to identify upcoming decisions.
  

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a Local Authority Democratic Services, Committee Services, Governance, or Scrutiny Services environment.
  
• At least 2 years' direct experience supporting Cabinet, Executive Committees, or senior political decision-making bodies.
  
• ADSO Certificate in Democratic Services Knowledge.
  
• ADSO Diploma in Local Democracy.
  
• Degree or other higher education qualification.
  
• Qualification related to Governance, Public Administration, or Local Government.
  

Additional Information

• Working hours are 37 hours per week.
  
• The role is based at 25 Windsor Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 2EJ, United Kingdom, with a work pattern of 2 days remote and 3 days in the office.
  
• The position is a temporary vacancy due to the secondment of the existing post holder.
  
• Payments are made bi-weekly.
  
• The application deadline is 7th October 2026;