Locum Democratic Services Officer – Midlands Based Council – Hybrid Working – Initial 3+ months – Up to £35 per hour (Umbrella)

Venn Group are currently working with a Midlands based Local Authority who are seeking a Locum Democratic Services Officer to support their Democratic and Committee Services team with the operational delivery of the Council’s governance and decision-making processes. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Democratic Services professional to take on a new interim assignment within a supportive Council environment.

The Role:
Position: Locum Democratic Services Officer
Organisation: Midlands based Local Authority
Duration: Initial 3+ months with the possibility for extension
Rate: Up to £35 per hour umbrella
Working Pattern: Full time hours, hybrid working with office attendance 1–2 times per week

Role Responsibilities:
• Supporting the Democratic and Committee Services team with the operational delivery of the Council’s governance and decision-making processes
• Undertaking committee administration, including agenda planning and preparing meeting documentation
• Liaising with Councillors and Council Officers in relation to committee business and governance matters
• Assisting with the organisation and administration of committee meetings
• Responding to general queries relating to Democratic Services and Council procedures

Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience working within Democratic Services or Committee Services
• Experience supporting committee meetings within a Local Authority environment
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills with experience liaising with Councillors and senior officers

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Local Authority team and support the effective running of the Council’s governance and committee processes.

For further information, or to apply for this position, please contact Louise Francis or Ebby Vallance on 07441 916438, or via email at midlandslegal@venngroup.com.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Due to the large volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every applicant. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Locum Democratic Services Officer – Midlands Based Council – Hybrid Working – Initial 3+ months – Up to £35 per hour (Umbrella)