field_remote_option

field_job_employment_type

job_industry

field_job_occupational_field_parents_all

job_organization_name

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8363/Information_for_applicants.pdf" target="_blank">Information_for_applicants</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8364/Our_values_in_action.pdf" target="_blank">Our_values_in_action</a></li>
</ul>





Liverpool City Council is seeking a new full time Area Coroner to replace the current post holder who leaves in September 2025.
The Area Coroner will work closely with the Senior Coroner to provide judicial leadership to the coroner team as well as conducting their own coroner investigations and inquests.&nbsp;The area coroner is the nominated deputy for the Senior Coroner when the senior coroner is absent. The Area Coroner will be expected to be available out of hours on a rota-based system.
Liverpool City Council is looking for an exceptional candidate with excellent proven organisational, management and efficiency skills, as well as experience of exercising sound judgement and communicating effectively.&nbsp;In this role, you will work closely with the Senior Coroner and local authority manager to ensure value for money, performance and financial efficiencies.&nbsp;Collaborative working with the senior coroner, local authority, the police and other stakeholders is essential. This is a complex coroner area with a varied, interesting and challenging caseload so will provide an opportunity to develop skills.
You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and experience of coroner law and of basic medicine, have proven skills in conducting investigations and an&nbsp;understanding of court procedure.&nbsp;You will also need to demonstrate the excellent communication and&nbsp;interpersonal skills necessary to deal with&nbsp;sensitive&nbsp;situations.
It is desirable that the successful candidate has proven experience of running or&nbsp;sharing running a coroner’s jurisdiction including carrying out investigations, case management, and conducting inquests.
To apply for this postition, please visit: <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjobs.liverpool.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fjob%2FArea-Coroner%2F916&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cjennifersmailes%40wirral.gov.uk%7C8d23f8d219ab44ab3fe008ddbd548146%7C2c25e0b0bdcf4460b983193735c7183b%7C0%7C0%7C638874892817867150%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=BM29rWT2D%2Bb%2BUMyBckwinDkcgiIgySvgh3cM87qa9eY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://jobs.liverpool.gov.uk/jobs/job/Area-Coroner/916</a>

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Area Coroner - Liverpool and Wirral Area

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8344/Information_for_applicants.pdf" target="_blank">Information_for_applicants</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8345/Our_values_in_action.pdf" target="_blank">Our_values_in_action</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8349/Wirral_ARMC_Independent_Member_Pack_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Wirral_ARMC_Independent_Member_Pack_2025</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online by clicking the link below



ARMC INDEPENDENT MEMBER
Council seeks candidate for audit and governance role 
Wirral Council is looking to recruit a member of the public to sit on its Audit and Risk Management Committee. The Committee provides an independent and high-level focus on the audit, assurance and reporting arrangements that support good governance and financial standards at Wirral Council.
The detailed functions in respect of governance, risk and control; internal audit; external audit; financial reporting; accountability arrangements; related functions and standards arrangements can be found in the Council’s Constitution, available on the Council’s website.
The successful applicant will need to be available to attend approximately 4 meetings of the Committee in any calendar year; and any associated training and development events. Applicants will need to be contactable throughout the year. The appointment will be made for 4 years.
It is expected that a small allowance per meeting will be provided.
The Council seeks to represent all of its residents and welcomes applications from the Wirral community.
Those interested in applying should contact the Council’s Chief Internal Auditor, Mark P Niblock by phone: 07867651508; or by email: <a href="mailto:markniblock@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">markniblock@wirral.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Further information about the committee can be found on the Council’s website: <a href="http://www.wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wirral.gov.uk</a>. Further information about the role and the candidate can be found in the attached pack.

Independent Member - ARMC

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8088/Governance_Assistant_Role_Profile_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Governance_Assistant_Role_Profile_June_2025</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Job Advert: Governance Assistant at Mid Sussex District Council
Position:&nbsp;Governance Assistant Location:&nbsp;Mid Sussex District Council
About the Role:
Are you interested in local democracy and Governance? We’re looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent organisational skills to join our Governance Team. The successful candidate will work across a variety of different areas, including Legal, Electoral and Democratic Services, providing comprehensive administrative support. You will work alongside a number of stakeholders including elected Councillors, Officers from around the Council and local residents to facilitate the delivery of committee administration, legal and electoral functions.&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provide administrative support for Council, Cabinet and committee meetings.</li>
<li>Provide administrative support for all elections and electoral registration functions and assist in the delivery of electoral events.</li>
<li>Assist in the processing of Freedom of Information and EIR requests.</li>
<li>Assist the Legal Business Support Officer in providing administrative assistance to the Council’s lawyers and the Monitoring Officer.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications and Skills:
<ul>
<li>High levels of administrative skills and an interest in local government procedure.</li>
<li>Confidence in a political and legal environment.</li>
<li>Computer literacy across a variety of systems.</li>
<li>Ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.</li>
<li>High levels of personal integrity and discretion.</li>
<li>A can-do attitude with a high attention to detail and the ability to work flexibly to respond to the needs of the organisation.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
Working for Mid Sussex District Council offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the local community and residents. As part of our team, you will contribute to the effective governance and management of the Council, ensuring that we continue to serve our community with excellence. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, agile working, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference.
How to Apply:
If you have a strong track record of delivery as well as enthusiasm and a collaborative approach, then we want to hear from you.

Mid Sussex District Council

Governance Assistant

<ul></ul>





Scrutiny Officer £41,442 - £44,331 per annum Are you someone who thrives on challenges, values collaborative working and critical thinking, is looking to grow and&nbsp;develop into your&nbsp;next role? Do you want to make a real impact&nbsp;and shape better public services? Do you have the confidence to challenge policies, engage with politicians and senior leaders? If so, this role could be your next big opportunity - join us here in Newham! As a Scrutiny Officer, you will be at the heart of Newham’s democratic process, working closely with Members, Chief Officers, and key stakeholders to strengthen public accountability and governance. You will play a key role in ensuring Scrutiny is dynamic, effective, and able to drive real change in the borough. This is more than a support role—you’ll be a trusted advisor and practitioner, helping to shape policy and influence decision-making. Working alongside the Head of Scrutiny and Governance&nbsp;and senior scrutiny colleagues, you will ensure that Scrutiny remains robust, challenging, and forward-thinking, holding the Council to account whilst supporting its strategic priorities. In this role, you will: ✅ Engage with senior leaders to develop innovative Scrutiny approaches ✅&nbsp;Ensure that the resident's voice is amplified,&nbsp;and that the voice of the community is heard ✅ Challenge policies and practices to drive better decision-making ✅ Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, expert witnesses, and partner organisations ✅ Promote transparency and accountability, by promoting scrutiny If you are curious, collaborative, analytical, and eager to learn, this is a role where you will continuously grow, develop expertise, and make a real difference. Join us and be part of a team that isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions—because better scrutiny leads to better public services. Are you up for the challenge? Apply now! Please view JD here closing date: 18th July 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

SCRUTINY OFFICER

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7412/JD_-_Electoral_Services_Manager_JD_270625.pdf" target="_blank">JD_-_Electoral_Services_Manager_JD_270625</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an excellent opportunity available for an Electoral Services Manager to join our Democratic and Electoral Services team at Wokingham Borough Council on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Electoral Services Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the Electoral Services Team. You will be responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Returning Officer for the project planning, management and delivery of all types of elections and referenda including: Parliamentary, Local Council, by-elections for any of the aforementioned, referenda (local, regional and national) and any other elections or referenda as required. In accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance, acting as a Deputy RO with full power to carry out those duties.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;This role will be responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Electoral Registration Officer for the preparation, maintenance and publication of the Electoral Register in accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance.&nbsp;
Please note this is a politically restricted post.
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more
Key responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Electoral Services Section, including advising the Head of Democratic Services and Electoral Services and Returning Officer in respect of electoral registration and administration.</li>
<li>Assisting in the strategic management of all electoral processes, including Parliamentary, Local Council, by-elections for any of the aforementioned, referenda (local, regional and national) and any other elections or referenda as required. In accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance, acting as a Deputy RO with full power to carry out those duties.</li>
<li>Responsibility for the compilation, publication and alteration of the maintenance of accurate registers of electors in accordance with statutory provisions and local procedures; organising canvassing and other processes to maximise responses and engagement.</li>
<li>Lead in the promotion of voter registration in order to maximise registration rates, including accessing hard-to-reach groups, and maintaining an understanding of techniques designed for this purpose. To lead in promoting increased participation in voting through, among other things, promoting an understanding of democratic processes.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements: 
<ul>
<li>A high level of political sensitivity and impartiality.</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills including Office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.</li>
<li>A good working knowledge of Xpress.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to vary style to meet the needs of the audience, including presenting information and advice to Candidates, Agents, Councillors and senior managers.</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
To request further information or to have an informal discussion about this role, please email Priya Patel, Head of Democratic and Electoral Services at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:priya.patel@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">priya.patel@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or telephone or on 07902 402031
Closing Date: 11pm, Sunday 13th July
Interview Date: Monday 21st July
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Electoral Services Manager

<ul></ul>





Mayors Officer (Job Ref: 3621) Salary:&nbsp;£44,579 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4, Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;Town Hall, Judd Street, WC1H 9JE. Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Hours:&nbsp;36, Full time Closing Date:&nbsp;Monday 14^th July 2025 at 23:55 About Camden Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive, by making our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today. And we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved This is an exciting opportunity to manage the Mayor’s office. We are looking for someone to provide a direct link of contact between the Mayoralty, the Leader and senior councillors and management while managing and innovating a highly performing Mayors office.&nbsp; In this role you will be responsible for managing the office which is there to support the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and ensure their year in office is as successful as possible. This includes managing and arranging engagements and ensure the office and mayoral programme of annual events are well managed. You will be the go-to person for the Mayor and Deputy to seek guidance and advice as well as day to day support. You will through your personal drive, skill and commitment help ensure that the role of Mayor remains relevant and meaningful for years to come.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile please click HERE or copy and paste the below into your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11037959/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11037959/file/documen…</a> The work is office based at the newly refurbished Town Hall on the Civic Floor.&nbsp; Attendance at evening meetings/receptions and occasional attendance at functions held at the weekends is also a requirement of the postholder as well as spending the majority of your time in the office.&nbsp; Please refer to the job profile for more information. What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity &nbsp;&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp; To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. &nbsp;&nbsp; Asking for Adjustments &nbsp;&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG. &nbsp;

Camden Council

Mayors Officer

<ul></ul>





Mayors Office Manager (Job Ref: 3638) Salary:&nbsp;£44,579 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4, Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;Town Hall, Judd Street, WC1H 9JE. Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Hours:&nbsp;36, Full time Closing Date:&nbsp;Monday 14^th July 2025 at 23:55 About Camden Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive, by making our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today. And we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved This is an exciting opportunity to manage the Mayor’s office. We are looking for someone to provide a direct link of contact between the Mayoralty, the Leader and senior councillors and management while managing and innovating a highly performing Mayors office.&nbsp; In this role you will be responsible for managing the office which is there to support the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and ensure their year in office is as successful as possible. This includes managing and arranging engagements and ensure the office and mayoral programme of annual events are well managed. You will be the go-to person for the Mayor and Deputy to seek guidance and advice as well as day to day support. You will through your personal drive, skill and commitment help ensure that the role of Mayor remains relevant and meaningful for years to come.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile please click HERE or copy and paste the below into your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11037959/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11037959/file/documen…</a> The work is office based at the newly refurbished Town Hall on the Civic Floor.&nbsp; Attendance at evening meetings/receptions and occasional attendance at functions held at the weekends is also a requirement of the postholder as well as spending the majority of your time in the office.&nbsp; Please refer to the job profile for more information. What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity &nbsp;&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp; To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. &nbsp;&nbsp; Asking for Adjustments &nbsp;&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Mayor's Office Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7413/Recruitment_Privacy_Notice.pdf" target="_blank">Recruitment_Privacy_Notice</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7414/Blended_Working_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">Blended_Working_Policy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7415/Equalities_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">Equalities_Policy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7416/Flexible_Working_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">Flexible_Working_Policy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7419/Democratic_Services_Assistant_-_Job_Description_Person_Specification.pdf" target="_blank">Democratic_Services_Assistant_-_Job_Description_Person_Specification</a></li></ul>

In order to apply for this vacancy please use the Apply Online link below. No CVs or applications from Agencies accepted.



Democratic Services Assistant&nbsp;
Post No: 1071
Salary: Starting from £25,584 to £27,269 per annum
Grade: Grade 3
Hours: 37 hours per week&nbsp;
Place of work: Worthing Town Hall
Closing date: 13th July 2025
Interviews: TBC
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Democratic Services team as a Democratic Services Assistant, providing a joint service to Adur District Council and Worthing Borough Council.
A varied and rewarding role, our Democratic Services team plays a vital part in administering the Council's governance processes. The team organises and supports all formal committee meetings of the Council, ensuring they function in accordance with statutory and constitutional requirements. We provide governance advice to officers and members, as well as managing the decision-making process more generally.&nbsp;
You will be responsible for undertaking a variety of administrative duties for our small, busy and friendly office. You will also offer support to the Mayor of Worthing and The Chair of Adur. This will include the organisation of diaries and some Civic Events.&nbsp;
Due to the nature of the post, you will need to be confident working on your own, be an excellent communicator and have confidence to be able to liaise with Senior Officers and Councillors.
Good organisation skills are essential and you will need to have proven administrative skills, an adaptable approach and an ability to use initiative. The detailed nature of work demands a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail and you should also have experience of word processing applications.&nbsp;
Occasional attendance at planned weekend and evening events during the year will be required.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills, with meticulous attention to detail and will have the ability to respect the confidential nature of the work. You will be able to work as part of a team but also have the ability to work on your own initiative.
If this sounds like the role for you, we look forward to receiving your application!
At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form.&nbsp;
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview.&nbsp;
Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees.&nbsp; This includes:
<ul>
<li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li>
<li>Occupational Health</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li>
<li>Employee resource groups/networks&nbsp;</li>
<li>Buddy Support Programme&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible working options</li>
</ul>
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.

Adur & Worthing Councils

Democratic Services Assistant

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7276/Electoral_Services_Officer_JD_updated_May_24.doc" target="_blank">Electoral_Services_Officer_JD_updated_May_24</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7277/ESO_personal_specification.docx" target="_blank">ESO_personal_specification</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Are you an organised and detail-oriented administrator with a passion for democracy?
Tonbridge &amp; Malling Borough Council is looking for a motivated Electoral Services Officer to join our friendly and busy Electoral Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering elections, referendums, and maintaining the Register of Electors, ensuring that residents can participate in the democratic process.
As an Electoral Services Officer, you will report to the Senior Electoral Services Officer and Head of Electoral Services. Your role will be to assist the team to deliver smooth and efficient electoral services in our Borough. Your key responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Maintaining and updating the Register of Electors, including managing absent voters and election staffing records.</li>
<li>Handling public and stakeholder enquiries via phone, email, and in person, providing accurate and professional responses.</li>
<li>Assisting in the planning, organisation, and delivery of elections, referendums, and statutory polls.</li>
<li>Supporting voter engagement campaigns to encourage participation in elections.</li>
<li>Keeping up to date with electoral legislation and ensuring compliance with the Elections Act 2022.</li>
<li>Carrying out general administrative duties, including data entry, document scanning, and customer service.</li>
<li>Assisting in the preparation, compilation, and publication of key electoral documents.</li>
<li>Handling and transporting election materials such as ballot boxes when required.</li>
</ul>
We are looking for someone who is organised and detail-oriented, with excellent administrative skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator, capable of handling enquiries professionally and diplomatically. Proficiency in IT will be essential, with experience using Microsoft Word, Excel. Experience in Electoral services and software an advantage, but not essential.
This role requires flexibility, especially during election periods when additional hours will be necessary, including evenings and weekends.
If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference to local democracy, we would love to hear from you!
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council - Working for Us </a>
This post is currently offered as a part-time vacancy working 29.5 hours per week, however we are seeking approval to increase this to a full time post. It is likely that this post will move to full-time hours following Members decision in October 2025. Please can you specify in your application whether you are interested in full time hours, part time hours (29.5) or both.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Daune Ashdown on 01732 876229 &nbsp;(direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Electoral Services Officer

<ul></ul>





<h2>Job introduction</h2>The role:Liverpool City Council is an ambitious and transformative Council, committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standards for all our residents, and we pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive organisation, forward thinking and looking to the future. &nbsp;&nbsp;We are searching for our new Head of Democratic Services here at Liverpool City Council to join us on our journey!We value the importance of our democratic services and the positive impacts these have for our residents and our partners.&nbsp;Democracy is vital to ensure our constituents given the opportunity to have their say and participate in local government decision making and politics.&nbsp;Our Head of Democratic Services sits on our leadership team and provides strategic leadership of all matters related to democratic services.&nbsp;Managing a small, dynamic, innovative, and capable team, this is an opportunity to work with passionate and dynamic senior officers, Members, and our residents.We understand the importance of an effective work-life balance and therefore offer an exceptional agile working approach, managed effectively around business needs to be present in the office as required, alongside staff benefits, the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a generous annual leave entitlement.A role like this does not come to the market very often, especially in a forward thinking and transformative Council like Liverpool.&nbsp;We’re delighted that you’re interested in this role and welcome a conversation ahead of an application if you have any questions.As Head of Democratic Services, the successful candidate will lead the City Council’s Democratic Services and provide direct support to the Leader and Cabinet, Members, and senior officers of the Council to deliver a high quality and effective service.An in-depth knowledge of local authority best practice and law – including decision making and governance – is required. Professional development and training in democratic services is desirable, but not essential.&nbsp;Below is a testimonial from our previous Head of Democratic Services:“As someone stepping up into my first Head of Service role, I was provided with the support, professional development, and autonomy to get the most out of the role.&nbsp;Importantly, this included open engagement and ongoing support from every political group, who all genuinely want to see the Council operate to the best of its ability.”The full testimonial is attached to this advert.&nbsp;Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata, if part time) – option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (role dependent) – a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;– option to join the AVC Scheme</li>
<li>Progression&nbsp;– opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and wellbeing&nbsp;– offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time&nbsp;– a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted gym memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic, and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous, thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Next steps:Closing date: midnight on Sunday 20 July 2025 Shortlisting: to take place the W/C 4 August 2025 Interviews: first stage face-to-face interviews will be on 11 and 12 September 2025 and the final stage will be held on 29 September 2025.NO AGENCIES PLEASE!&nbsp;If we require support, we will come to you.&nbsp;Please do not contact hiring managers or stakeholders directly; all recruitment activity will be managed by our central Recruitment Team.We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Claire Harris via <a href="mailto:claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council!Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including spam/junk folder, after the closing dates for notifications. Please ensure you complete your full profile, work, and education history in Tribepad.

11 Democratic Services Jobs in England