3-6 month contract role with a Local Authority Job Summary: • Senior Governance Officer – Basildon Borough Council. • Full-time, temporary (36.25 hours per week), 3–6 months contract (part-time 30 hours considered). • Hybrid role: minimum 3 days per week on-site in Basildon, Essex. • Supporting the Council’s democratic and decision-making processes, including committees, Cabinet, and internal/external meetings. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Timetable, manage, and coordinate meetings of Cabinet, Committees, Sub-Committees, and Panels, including quasi-judicial hearings. • Prepare agendas, collate materials, write reports, and ensure deadlines are met. • Attend meetings (often evenings) and provide procedural, legal, and constitutional advice to Members. • Provide guidance across the organisation on decision-making and democratic processes. • Maintain work plans, act as meeting manager for allocated meetings, and drive the agenda business planning system. • Liaise with the public, Officers, and Members to foster effective working relationships. • Contribute to service improvements and ensure compliance with the Council’s Constitution and legislation. Skills/Experience: • Minimum 3 years’ experience providing administrative support to committees • Experience working with Elected Members • Knowledge of relevant legislation and Council Constitution procedures • Project management experience • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines • Strong written communication, including report writing and minute-taking • Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office • Flexible approach with willingness to attend evening meetings • Ability to establish effective relationships with Members and Officers at all levels. Additional Information: • The closing date: 09/03/2026. • Pre-employment vetting required. • Location: Basildon Borough Council.