Salary: range £36,811.89 – £41,384.03 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Hours: 37 hours per week
We are looking for a committed and confident individual who would be interested in an opportunity to work at the heart of the Council supporting local democracy.
The Democratic Services Team is responsible for managing the Council’s decision-making processes, and you will undertake all the associated tasks relating to the management of formal meetings. You will ensure that meetings are open and accessible, that decisions are taken correctly and are properly recorded. You will support Councillors and senior officers, providing professional advice on democratic, governance and constitutional issues.
The role will require strong administrative skills and a positive can-do attitude. You will be highly organised, and able to demonstrate excellent customer service and communications skills. You will be able to develop successful working relationships with senior decision makers, working in a political environment. An aptitude for IT and digital technology would also be an asset. Whilst you might have experience of working in a committee administration or governance role in a local authority or similar organisation, we will provide support and training to develop your skills.
The post holder will be expected to work as the lead democratic officer on a range of Committees including the Planning Committee. You will also have the opportunity to work on wider democratic initiatives.
The Council’s formal decision-making meetings take place in the evening (typically with a 6.00pm start) so you will need to be able to work flexibly. This is a politically restricted post.
This is a hybrid role, with attendance at City Council offices when required to support meetings and other democratic processes, but with the ability to work from home at other times.
If you are interested in this post and you would like an informal chat, please contact Richard Clifford on 01206 507832.
Deadline for applications: Friday 7 March 2025
Interviews: week commencing 17 March 2025
For full details and to apply, please click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button below.
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