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Senior Democratic Services Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited
Slough

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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
£375 a day
11 days ago

Qualifications

Report writing
Meeting coordination
Report generation
Team leadership
Mentoring junior staff
Research
Complaint handling
Decision making
Mentoring
Leadership

Full job description

Senior Democratic Services Officer – 6 Month Contract

Location: Slough

Rate: £375.00 per day (Umbrella)

Contract: 6 Month Contract

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: Hybrid Working – 3 Days Office-Based / 2 Days Remote

Pay: Bi-weekly

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Democratic Services Officer to join our dynamic Local Authority Democratic Services team. This role is pivotal in providing high-quality governance, committee, and democratic support across various council functions. As the lead officer for allocated committees and panels, you will ensure meetings are efficiently administered in line with statutory and constitutional requirements. Your expertise will guide councillors, officers, and the public, supporting democratic decision-making processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a governance professional seeking a challenging and rewarding contract within Local Government.

Responsibilities

Committee & Governance Support:
- Lead officer for committees, panels, and working groups.
- Prepare and publish agendas, reports, minutes, action logs, and statutory notices.
- Ensure compliance with legislative and constitutional deadlines.
- Provide professional support throughout decision-making processes.

Meeting Management:
- Attend and manage formal meetings, including evening sessions.
- Offer procedural and constitutional advice during meetings.
- Accurately record decisions, actions, and outcomes.

Democratic Services Advice:
- Provide procedural advice to councillors, senior officers, and the public.
- Support compliance with constitutional procedures and governance frameworks.

Research & Report Writing:
- Conduct research on governance and policy matters.
- Draft reports, briefing papers, and policy documents.
- Present information and recommendations as needed.

Decision-Making Processes:
- Coordinate non-committee decision-making procedures.
- Maintain governance records and documentation.

Member Support & Development:
- Support elected Members in their roles.
- Assist in delivering Member training and induction programmes.

Complaints & Information Governance:
- Support complaints investigations and governance-related enquiries.
- Assist with Freedom of Information Requests and other governance requirements.

Team Leadership & Support:
- Mentor and support junior colleagues.
- Deputise for senior managers when required.

Elections & Emergency Planning:
- Support elections-related activities and emergency response arrangements.

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