Democratic Services Officer – Local Authority in the Midlands
 
Location: Midlands, UK
Hourly Rate: £25 per hour Umbrella
Working Arrangement: Full-time, hybrid working – need for office attendance for committees
Contract Duration: Initial 3 months with potential to extend
 
A local authority based in the Midlands is seeking a dedicated Democratic Services Officer to join their team on a full-time, temporary basis. This role offers the opportunity to play a crucial part in supporting the democratic processes within the council, with responsibilities including managing committee meetings and ensuring effective governance.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Committee Support: Provide comprehensive support for a weekly committee, including preparing agendas, arranging meetings, and ensuring the timely distribution of papers and minutes.
• Minute Taking: Accurately record and prepare minutes for committee meetings, ensuring that all decisions and discussions are documented clearly and distributed promptly.
• Governance Compliance: Ensure that all committee activities comply with relevant legislation and council procedures, providing advice on procedural matters as required.
• Liaison: Act as the point of contact between the committee and other stakeholders, including members, officers, and the public, addressing queries and facilitating effective communication.
• Administrative Duties: Manage and maintain records related to committee activities, including attendance, documentation, and correspondence.
• Meeting Coordination: Organize and coordinate logistics for committee meetings, including room bookings, technical arrangements, and attendee confirmations.
• Support to Councillors: Provide administrative support to councillors and assist with the preparation of reports and briefings as needed.

 
About You:
You will be an experienced Democratic Services Officer or have a strong background in a similar administrative or governance role. You should possess:
 

• Experience: Previous experience in a Democratic Services role or similar, with a solid understanding of council procedures and committee processes.
• Minute Taking Skills: Proven ability to take accurate and comprehensive minutes during meetings.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail in preparing documents and managing records.
• Office Presence: Ability to attend the office at least once per week, with flexibility for remote work on other days.

 
Why Apply?
This role is ideal for a professional seeking a full-time position within a supportive local authority environment. It offers a competitive hourly rate and the potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
 
How to Apply:
If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations and you meet the outlined criteria, we encourage you to apply. Please send your CV to fwoodbridge@venngroup.com or call the team on 07441 916 438.
 
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