CR

Democratic Services and Scrutiny Officer

Salary
£30/hr
Hiring from
United Kingdom
Work type
Hybrid
Posted
Is this job info correct?

513,472 remote jobs, straight from company career pages

100% free · New jobs every hour

Show job description

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.



Job Description

5 months contract with a local authority

Rate: £30 per hour umbrella

DEMOCRATIC SERVICE EXPERIENCE IS MANDATORY. Please do not apply if you do not have this experience.

Summary


  • This is a 5-month contract position with a local authority, offering a rate of £30 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The primary objective of this role is to enhance and support the Council's Overview and Scrutiny function. This involves managing scrutiny reviews, providing committee management assistance, conducting research and policy analysis, and advising Members on scrutiny processes. The position plays a crucial role in ensuring that scrutiny activities lead to improved service delivery, effective governance, public accountability, and informed decision-making within the Council and its partner organizations.

Responsibilities


  • Oversee and manage the entire lifecycle of overview and scrutiny reviews.
  • Create project plans, research strategies, and evidence-gathering activities to facilitate scrutiny investigations.
  • Offer professional advice, guidance, and support to Members engaged in scrutiny reviews and committees.
  • Develop high-quality reports, findings, and recommendations from scrutiny reviews.
  • Assist in the implementation and monitoring of scrutiny recommendations.
  • Perform research, data analysis, benchmarking, and evidence collection to aid informed decision-making.
  • Examine Council services, executive decisions, regulatory functions, and external service providers.

Requirements:

Essential Experience Required


  • Proven experience in policy development, scrutiny, research, public consultation, committee administration, or a related governance role.
  • Experience working within local government, central government, the public sector, voluntary sector, or other complex organizations.

Essential Qualifications Required


  • Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development in governance, policy, research, or public administration.

Additional Information


  • Working hours: 36 hours per week
  • Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT, United Kingdom
  • Work pattern: 2 days in the office, with mandatory attendance at all evening meetings.
  • Payment schedule: Bi-weekly
  • Application deadline: 24th September 2026, apply as soon as possible.


Similar jobs

Apply for this job