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Democratic Services Officer

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£23.7/hr
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United Kingdom
Work type
Hybrid
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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

1 Month Contract with a Local Authority

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Job Purpose

As a Democratic Services Officer, you will provide professional democratic and committee services support, ensuring the effective administration of Council, Cabinet, Committee and Panel meetings while supporting effective local authority decision-making processes.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Organise, coordinate and attend Council and Committee meetings.
• Prepare and publish agendas and supporting papers.
• Draft, review and publish meeting minutes.
• Provide procedural and constitutional advice to Councillors and Officers.
• Review committee reports and ensure compliance with agreed standards.
• Research, analyse information and draft reports.
• Support Council, Cabinet, Committees, Panels and Working Groups.
• Attend evening meetings as required.
• Maintain and develop the Modern.Gov committee management system.
• Support live-streaming and audio-visual arrangements for meetings.
• Work closely with Democratic Services, Leadership Support and Elections teams.
• Assist with governance and local government reorganisation projects.

Essential Experience Required

• Previous Democratic Services or Committee Services experience.
• Minute taking experience at formal meetings.
• Experience preparing agendas and committee papers.
• Report drafting and document preparation experience.
• Knowledge of Local Government processes and decision-making structures.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and workloads.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and elected members.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office.

Desirable Experience

• Previous Local Government experience.
• Experience using Modern.Gov.
• Knowledge of Council constitutions, governance and committee procedures.
• Customer-focused administrative experience.

Additional Information to Note

• Working Hours: 37 hours per week.
• Contract Length: 1 Month Initial Contract (with potential extension).
• Location: Tendring, Essex.
• Hybrid Working Available.
• Up to 2 Days Per Week On-Site.
• Evening Meeting Attendance Required.
• Full UK Driving Licence Required.
• Access to Own Vehicle Required.
• Closing Date: 28th October 2026.
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
• Apply ASAP.



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