Democratic Services Officer

1 week ago


Cambourne, United Kingdom South Cambridgeshire District Council Full time

**Democratic Services Officer**:
**Job description**

**Democratic Services Officer (multiple positions available)**
- Grade 5 (£36,370-£41,593)
- Are you passionate about local governance and enabling effective decision-making? Join our Democratic Services team and play a pivotal role in supporting local democracy.

**What You'll Do**:

- As our Democratic Services Officer, you'll be at the heart of the Council's decision-making process, managing committee meetings, supporting elected Councillors, and ensuring transparent governance. You'll oversee hybrid meetings, provide expert constitutional guidance, and help support effective local democracy.

**Perfect for You If**:

- You're experienced in governance and democratic processes
- You're a strong communicator who can build relationships with Councillors, officers, and the public
- You have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- You're tech-savvy and comfortable managing hybrid/livestreamed meetings
- You can produce high-quality reports, minutes and documentation

**What We Offer**:

- Professional development opportunities
- Generous annual leave
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Free work parking
- South Cambridgeshire District Council currently operates four-day week working arrangements. A four-day week is when full-time staff work one less day per week (four days instead of five) but still get paid the same salary. The idea is that we get 100% of our work done, in about 80% of the time, for 100% of the pay. The purpose is to deliver an excellent service to residents - whilst better supporting the health and wellbeing of our colleague.**Read more about the four-day week at the Council.**

**Interviews: Week commencing 24 February 2025



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