Committee Operations Officer

5 days ago


London, United Kingdom House of Commons Full time

Positions
- 4

Band / Grade
- C

Salary
- £29,150 - £32,750 per annum

Contract Type
- Permanent

Working Pattern
- Full Time

Location
- Hybrid (on-site and remote)

Leave entitlement
- Starting at 30 days per annum, pro-rata

Closing Date

1st October 2024 at 23:55

Interview Date(s)
- 21 October 2024
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**House of Commons**

The House of Commons is a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system.

Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.

**Staff Benefits**

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

- 30 days’ annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year).
- Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%.
- Access to training and development.
- Flexible working.
- Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.

**Introduction**

The Select Committee Team (SCT) supports the work of the House of Commons Select Committees. Select Committees are cross-party Committees of MPs who examine government policy and spending. You can find out more about who Select Committees are and what they do here.

**The Role**

This is an opportunity to work in an inclusive, fast-paced environment at the heart of British democracy.

Committee Operations Officers in the Select Committee Team are responsible for the day-to-day operational tasks of the committee to which they are assigned. Working as part of a small team, Committee Operations Officers are expected to make sure that operational arrangements are in place for the smooth operation of the committee in all aspects of its work, in what can often be a high-profile work environment.

Some of the responsibilities for this role include:

- Liaison with committee staff, Members of Parliament, Specialist Advisers, witnesses and other stakeholders, as required in relation to administrative arrangements;
- Provide operational support for public engagement events and visits, both in Westminster and outside;
- Assist with organising fact-finding committee visits in the UK and abroad;
- Assist with the operational arrangements for committee meetings

**Skills and Experience**

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

- An ability to build trusted relationships by:

- understanding and responding to customers’ needs; and
- working collaboratively and inclusively within a team to support colleagues.
- An ability to plan and organise own workload to meet tight deadlines by:

- prioritising tasks; and
- being courageous by recognising when to ask for assistance or support.
- An ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing by:

- ensuring that information is impartial and accessible for a range of audiences.

**Next Steps and Additional Information**
- **Application Form**:
More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

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