At CPCA we are committed to supporting transparent and effective governance that places the needs of our community at the forefront. Our Democratic Services team plays a key role in ensuring local democracy functions efficiently and that elected members, staff, and the public have the support and information they need.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Democratic Services Officer to join our team. This role is essential in supporting the democratic and decision-making processes of CPCA. You will provide administrative and advisory support to elected members, committees, and senior officers, ensuring compliance with statutory and constitutional requirements.
Salary starting from: £34,314
Day to day activities
Provide administrative support to the Democratic Services Team including,
* Assisting with the organisation of meetings
* Ensuring agendas are produced with the statutory timeframe, servicing meetings and producing an accurate set of minutes
* Assisting with associated administrative work for meetings including the preparation and publication of the Forward Plan
* Assist in organising and facilitating scrutiny meetings, ensuring that all necessary documentation, including agendas and minutes, is prepared and distributed within statutory timeframes.
Why Join Us?
* Impact: Work on projects that make a difference in our constituencies
* Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* Team Culture: A supportive, collaborative environment that values your voice
* Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and a hybrid/remote working option
* Benefits: Competitive salary, Pension, Paid Time Off, and more
* Celebration: Awards ceremony recognising achievements across the organisation.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are a motivated Democratic Service Officer and seeking a new challenge and ready to create meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and help drive our future.
Please submit a cv and covering letter by 9am 6th January for your application to be considered at:
recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk
We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have the legal right to work.
As part of our commitment to promoting equality and diversity, we invite you to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form