14 weeks contract role with a Local Authority Job Summary: • The Committee Officer – Legal provides comprehensive committee services to Swindon Borough Council, including the Council, Cabinet, Overview & Scrutiny Committee, Regulatory Committees, and other council-related bodies such as Education Appeal Panels. • The role involves organising meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, managing the agenda process, providing procedural advice, supporting Chairs, and ensuring efficient operation of committees and related governance processes. • Some duties will require attendance in the office, particularly for public committee meetings, while other work can be done remotely. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Organise, schedule, and attend meetings (in-person or online). • Prepare agendas, minutes, action sheets, and decision notifications. • Research and prepare reports to support committee work. • Implement and manage Agenda Management Plans for committees and related bodies. • Project manage the committee agenda process and ensure timely circulation of materials. • Undertake administrative and quasi-judicial procedures, e.g., Appeals, Exclusion Reviews, Licensing Panels. • Provide procedural and governance advice to committees and Chairs. • Prepare briefings and notes for committee Chairs. • Undertake performance monitoring and maintain accurate records. • Ensure meetings are broadcast live to the public (except exempt items). Skills/Experience: • Experience providing committee or administrative support in a governance, legal, or public sector environment. • Strong organisational and project management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report and minute preparation. • Knowledge of committee procedures, local government decision-making, or quasi-judicial processes. • Ability to provide procedural advice and support to Chairs and committees. • Competence in using Microsoft Office and virtual meeting platforms. • Attention to detail and strong record-keeping skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. • Flexible approach to work, including evening meetings as required. Additional Information: • Bi-Weekly Payments. • Temporary role: 14 weeks, 37 hours per week. • Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG, UK. • Rate: Limited/Umbrella: £30.00 per hour.