Democratic Services Officer

1 week ago


Norfolk, United Kingdom James Andrew Recruitment Solutions (JAR Solutions) Full time

Our client, based in Norfolk, is currently recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer on a 3-month temporary contract.

The position is due to start in October on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have Democratic Services or Local Government Committee experience, as well as be confident using ModernGov.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Ensuring the efficient and effective conduct of meetings of the Council, Cabinet, Regulatory Committees, sub-committees and a range of other formal meetings
  • Providing clear, in-depth and accurate advice to elected members on legal, constitutional and political matters
  • Monitoring the progress and achievement of scrutiny review recommendations using innovative research and analytical techniques
  • Liaising with lead members and Committee Chairmen on matters relating to their respective roles and responsibilities, providing support and advice as necessary
  • Leading and supporting the effective operation of the Overview & Scrutiny Committee and its sub-committees or panels, including the undertaking of high-level research and analysis and the preparation of reports for presentation at Overview & Scrutiny meetings

Experience required:

  • Considerable experience of administration of meetings at an advanced level, preferably in a local government environment, including minute taking
  • Experience of advising on governance issues, including the provision of procedural advice to committee chairs
  • Experience of working to tight deadlines often under pressure
  • Knowledge of the political framework and functions and structure of local authorities at regional and national level

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Excellent MS Office knowledge and technology savvy
  • Fanatical attention to detail
  • Outstanding organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Outstanding stakeholder management ability

Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week
  • Monday - Friday (9-5)
  • Required in the office once a fortnight

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £250 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.



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