We are looking for an experienced and dynamic leader to join our team as the Assistant Director - Democratic & Registration Services. This role is crucial in ensuring the effective delivery of democratic and registration services in accordance with statutory requirements and best practices. About the team Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We work collaboratively to support the council's decision-making processes and ensure strong local governance. Our inclusive and ambitious team environment encourages continuous learning and professional development. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and direction to the Democratic & Registration Services teams. Offer specialist advice and guidance on the council’s decision-making processes and statutory provisions. Actively seek opportunities to improve service delivery and outcomes. Oversee the management and delivery of Electoral Registration and elections. Lead the development of the council’s constitution and political management arrangements. Our benefits 27 days annual leave, increasing to 32 days after 3 years’ continuous service. The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year and sell 5 days. Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility). An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. Local government pension scheme. Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme). Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and fostering leave. Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA. Career development through internal and external training opportunities. A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. Sports and Social Club. Staff dental and health plans. Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. Supermarket discount. (pro rata for part time) Our values At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitmentbracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Interview date Interviews will be held on Tuesday 10th June 2025 Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. Want to as us a question? For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: Kevin Gibbs, Executive Director – Communities Tel.: 01344 355621 Email: kevin.gibbsbracknell-forest.gov.uk At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details. Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process. We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis. No agencies please.