Vacancy Details

Description

LEGAL, GOVERANCE AND HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

DEMOCRATIC SERVICES AND STATUTORY SCRUTINY

 

DEMOCRATIC SERVICES AND LEGAL SUPPORT OFFICER

Band 8 £27,711 - £29,093 (pro rata)

Permanent

30 hpw

 

If you are an experienced administrator who has supported committees/meetings with the production of agendas, the preparation and publication of minutes and giving procedural advice on compliance with the democratic process in local government, then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.

 

You will be directly responsible for the administration of several Committees and related bodies (including School Appeals Panels) and the provision of support, research and project work across the department. You will also be responsible for the provision of information, support and advice to Councillors, officers and the public.

 

You should be confident in your ability to work effectively on your own initiative, under pressure and to tight deadlines and your organisation and presentation skills should be second to none!

 

In return we can offer a range of benefits including 27 days leave (increasing to 32 after 5 years) plus bank holidays (pro rata), company sick pay, a range of family friendly policies (including hybrid working) and access to a number of discounts via a company portal.

 

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Joan Stevens, Democratic Services and Statutory Scrutiny Manager on 01429 284142.

 

Closing date: 11 March 2025, midnight

 

PLEASE NOTE - All communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the e-mail address that you have registered.  Please ensure that you also check your junk mail

 

In order to apply for this vacancy, you must be able to supply the required answers to the following questions: