Role: Investigations and Governance Officer
Salary: £42,203.35 (gross) per annum, with a fixed sum allowance of £1,195.
Current employees in banding 28-34 will maintain their existing salary.
Location: Head Office – Newcastle
Duration: Fixed Term Contract – 12 Months Maternity cover
The Labour Party is looking to recruit a Investigations and Governance Officer. The post-holder will be responsible for conducting disciplinary investigations relating to individual members and/or groups of members, and preparing high-quality reports for the relevant decision-making panel (or panels). The post holder will also work with colleagues and stakeholders wherever necessary to effectively progress a caseload of investigations, which may include informal resolution of complaints. The post holder will also support and advise on governance matters, as may be required from time to time.
The successful candidate will have:
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Strong experience of managing complaints, conducting investigations or fact-finding, and reaching evidence-based outcomes.
- Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive investigation reports.
- Ability to manage a varied caseload, prioritise competing demands and deliver work accurately within agreed timescales.
- Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders in a complex organisation.
The Labour Party’s standard working arrangement is that all employees based in headquarters in London/Newcastle attend their contracted office four days per week, Monday to Thursday. Home working is only authorised on Fridays.
The deadline for applications is 26 August 2026.
Interview will be held w/c 31 August 2026.
The Labour Party values equality and diversity, and welcomes applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy and maternity.
