Locum Democratic Services Manager – London
Vivid Resourcing are currently working with a London Borough Council who are looking for an experienced Democratic Services Manager to join them on a locum basis for around 12 months.
Role details:
Position: Democratic Services Manager
Location: London (hybrid working – some on-site attendance required)
Contract: Initial 12 months with room to extend
Rate: Competitive (inside IR35)
Start: ASAP
Responsibilities include:
Managing the council’s Democratic Services team and ensuring effective delivery of all committee functions.
Providing expert advice to Members, senior officers and the Chief Executive on constitutional, procedural and governance issues.
Overseeing agendas, reports and minutes to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
Attending and advising at key council and committee meetings.
Supporting and developing staff within the team.
Candidate requirements:
Previous experience managing/leading a Democratic Services or Committee Services function in local government.
Strong knowledge of local authority governance and decision-making procedures.
Confident advising Members and senior officers in politically sensitive environments.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Democratic Services professional to step into a leadership role and make an immediate impact.
📩 If you’re interested, please send your CV or call 0161 470 5505 for more information.
Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.
