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Head of Democratic Services - Local Authority, London
Client: Spencer Clarke Group
Location: London, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: c3775fff58fc
Job Views: 3
Posted: 05.05.2025
Expiry Date: 19.06.2025
Job Description:
My client in Greater London is looking to appoint a talented Head of Democratic Services on a Contract basis.
This role will provide leadership, direction and management to Democratic Services to deliver first class committee, member and scrutiny services which contribute to the Council's recovery and improvement plans.
About the role:
* Based in Greater London (Hybrid):
* Work with Councillors, the Monitoring Officer, Executive Directors and others to ensure the delivery of effective democratic services and the provision of constitutional advice.
* Organise and co-ordinate the proper and effective planning, conduct and control of all the authority's democratic decision making processes and implementation.
* Develop an effective scrutiny and governance function, in line with the Secretary of State's Directions to the authority, to ensure that scrutiny is an integral part of the Council's decision making process which provides constructive challenge.
* Act as the Council's statutory Scrutiny Officer.
About you:
You will have the following experiences:
* Extensive experience in a similar role
* Local Government experience is essential
* Ability to constructively challenge
What's on offer:
*Negotiable based on experience
*Please submit your CV with the rate you require
* Contract type: Contract
* Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday
How to apply
* Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
* Due to the high volume of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. If you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful this time.
About Spencer Clarke Group
We pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will provide expert career advice along the way.
When you join us, you will receive:
* Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
* Free DBS checks
* Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals
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