We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in the North West, who are looking to appoint a Democratic Services Officer on an initial 3-month locum contract.

This will be a full-time position based in the the Greater Manchester region, with hybrid working (attendance needed for meetings) and an hourly rate of circa £30 - £40 via an Umbrella company.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with meeting management, including minute taking and agendas.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing professional democratic and committee support to the Council’s committees, panels and other formal meetings

• Planning, coordinating and administering meetings, including preparing agendas, reports, minutes and meeting schedules

• Advising Members and officers on constitutional, procedural and governance requirements to ensure meetings are conducted effectively and in accordance with the Council’s Constitution

• Attending meetings and producing accurate, timely minutes and records of decisions

• Working closely with elected Members, senior officers and other stakeholders to ensure meetings are well organised and run smoothly

• Coordinating the publication and distribution of committee agendas, reports and other democratic information, including ensuring statutory publication requirements are met

• Providing support and advice to Members and officers before, during and after meetings

• Supporting the administration of school admission and exclusion appeals, where required, including arranging hearings, liaising with panel members and parties, and maintaining accurate records

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week

• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

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.

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