Senior Democratic Services Officer
- Posted 30 January 2026
- Salary £22 - 25 per hour
- LocationEngland
- Discipline Legal
- Reference178161
- Contact NameKaram Johal
Job description
We are currently partnering with a Local Authority in Greater Manchester, who are recruiting for a Senior Democratic Services Officer to join their growing team on a 3 month (minimum) locum basis.
This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of up to £25/hour (negotiable) via an Umbrella company and the start date is subject to notice.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Supporting the Head of Democratic & Electoral Services in the strategic direction and development of the team in continuing to provide successful, transparent local decision making
Clerking the full range of the Council's committee meetings (Regulatory, Scrutiny and Area Governance), and providing support as necessary to other aspects of the combined team, such as clerking School Admission Appeals and supporting the delivery of elections
Supporting the civic function including making arrangements for civic events throughout the year
Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues
Requirements:
Experience required within Local Government
Experience using the Mod.gov system or an equivalent Council system
Rewards and Benefits:
Hybrid working
Flexible working days
Working hours:
37 hours per week
Monday - Friday, flexible start/finish times
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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