Democratic Services Officer

Locum Democratic Services Officer East of England, Local Authority Rate DOEAll potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Location: Hybrid East of England, with regular evening meetings required on-site.Duration: Maternity Cover 9-month contract.Rate: Dependent on experience (DOE).Venn Groups specialist legal team is delighted to be recruiting for a Locum Democratic Services Officer to join a well-regarded Local Authority in the East of England. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting democratic decision-making processes, providing essential services to elected members, and contributing to governance functions.Key Responsibilities:Supporting the Councils democratic decision-making processes, including servicing committees and supporting elected members.Attending and supporting regular evening meetings as required.Candidate Requirements:Strong written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.Previous experience in democratic services or information governance roles is desirable.Minute-taking experience is essential.Proficiency in IT systems is required, with knowledge of CMIS (Committee Management System) being an advantage.A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to the demands of the role.Benefits:Flexible working arrangements, with hybrid opportunities available.Engage in a varied and dynamic role within a supportive team environment.To apply or for more information, please contact Ebby Vallance at 07441 916438 or email [email protected] Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Created: 2025-06-21