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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents; we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Wirral Council’s Law and Corporate Services directorate is committed to delivering robust and effective democratic processes. The Corporate Office supports elected Members, senior officers, and the wider community by ensuring decision‑making is transparent, efficient, and compliant with legislation.
Role
As Senior Democratic Services Officer, you will support the Principal Democratic Services Officer in all aspects of committee and democratic functions. You will provide administrative support for Council and Committee meetings, decision‑making processes, and appeals, while contributing to the modernisation and improvement of democratic services. This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to advise on governance, legislation, and constitutional matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Compile, draft, and publish agendas for Council and Committee meetings
* Attend meetings, take accurate minutes, and publish decisions
* Manage and maintain Committee work programmes, arranging meetings and briefings as required
* Advise Members, officers, and external stakeholders on Council policy, procedures, legislation, and governance
* Provide clerking support for statutory independent panels (admission and exclusion appeals)
* Support scrutiny projects and contribute to service improvement initiatives
* Assist with consultations, strengthening relationships with stakeholders and residents
* Provide project management support to the Electoral Services Team for elections and referenda
* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and best practice
Candidate Requirements
* English Language to A‑Level standard (or equivalent) and GCSE Mathematics (A–C grade or equivalent)
* Knowledge of local government law, procedures, and committee democratic processes
* Experience of local authority committee administration, minute drafting, and report writing
* Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with sensitivity to political issues
* Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, able to prioritise workloads and meet strict deadlines
* Experience of working with Councillors, senior officers, and external stakeholders
* Ability to analyse complex issues and provide clear conclusions
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office; experience with Modern.gov desirable
* Willingness to attend evening meetings and work flexibly, including weekends
Interviews
Interviews will be held on the 23rd January 2026. For an informal discussion about the role or any queries, please contact Daphne Courtnage at daphnecourtenage@wirral.gov.uk.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here. Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls – they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do and inform how we think, approach, and behave. We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after; staff wellbeing is a priority. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
Staff benefits include staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution, immediate life cover and ill-health protection, a strong flexible‑working approach, hybrid working, family‑friendly initiatives, and an annual leave package starting at 28 days plus public holidays. We have an inclusive, engaged culture where everyone has a voice and is valued for their contribution. We embrace diversity and encourage people from diverse backgrounds who share our values to apply.
If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier‑free and accessible, please contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk.
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies. It is Council policy not to re‑appoint any employee who has left under the Early Voluntary Retirement scheme or with a voluntary severance package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration; forms received via post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents can be found on the Jobs page. The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed, so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CVs from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.
How To Apply
Please apply online by clicking the link below.
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