Senior Governance & Committee Officer
Rochdale (Greater Manchester) Local Authority role
Initial 3-6 Month Contract
Rate: Negotiable - Indicate rate sought - Umbrella
37 hours per week
Are you passionate about good governance and supporting democratic decision-making? Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a proactive and skilled Senior Committee Services Officer to join our Governance team. This is a key role providing professional committee and constitutional support, leading service-based strategies and projects, and acting as the primary contact for advice on local government decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support colleagues to ensure Committee Services meets business and organisational needs.
* Maintain and improve key committee support systems and procedures.
* Ensure statutory and legislative safeguarding standards are met.
* Support constitutional reviews and implement legislative changes.
* Advise elected members, senior managers, and committees on decision-making.
* Lead quality assurance activities and ensure compliance with local and legislative requirements.
* Build effective relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, partners, and customers.
* Support staff training and coaching on decision-focused procedures and practices.
* Support the effective operation of school appeals, including administration and clerking.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in committee and constitutional services within local government.
* Proven track record of providing support and guidance to Council committees including Cabinet.
* Strong understanding of local authority governance, decision-making processes and relevant legislation.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly across service areas.
* Experience of clerking independent appeals including school admissions, exclusions and licensing