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<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5663/Democratics_Services_Officer_JDPS.pdf" target="_blank">Democratics_Services_Officer_JDPS</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5664/Notes_to_Candidates_-_October_2023.pdf" target="_blank">Notes_to_Candidates_-_October_2023</a></li>
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Our preferred method of receipt of application is CV's and supporting documents.
Should you have any difficulties applying online, please e-mail <a href="mailto:recruitment@harborough.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@harborough.gov.uk</a> or contact (01858) 821304/7.
Harborough District Council’s vision is to work with communities in a vibrant, safe and prosperous district and to bring the best opportunities to all.
We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic person to join our vibrant Democratic Services Team. The role sits at the centre of the Council’s governance and decision making process and is crucial to the smooth and effective running of the Council.
You will be responsible for supporting the Council’s democratic structure and functions through the administration of Council and Committee meetings and decision making, including providing direct support to the Overview and Scrutiny Panels. You’ll provide advice and support to elected members and officers at all levels as well as supporting the team with wider governance projects.
You will:
Be self-motivated and well organised, able to prioritise your own workload and manage your time effectively
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling you to draft formal reports and minutes and provide verbal advice in meetings
Have the ability to work with various IT packages including committee management systems
Be able to work calmly and confidently in a political environment
Attendance at evening meetings is an essential part of the role.
This post is politically restricted.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9:00am on the 3rd Ocotber 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Democratic Services Officer

<ul><li>Reference: XL1 </li><li>Division: Governance, People and Performance </li><li>Salary: £79,336.00 - £86,691.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Permanent </li><li>Posted on: 09 September 2025 </li><li>Interview date:10 October 2025 - 15 October 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Senior management </li><li>Grade: Head of service B </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 28 September 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><h4> About the role </h4>This is an exciting opportunity to join Crawley Borough Council’s Corporate Management Team and to make a real difference to the town, its people and our local businesses. The role will include reshaping our governance structures, ensuring legal and constitutional compliance, and maintaining democratic accountability. This is also a rare opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of corporate services.We are looking for a forward-thinking legal and governance professional who is a qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive with significant post-qualification experience. We need a leader who can balance legal rigour with strategic leadership – someone who can help us manage change while keeping our communities at the heart of everything we do. You should be able to demonstrate excellent leadership, communication and political acumen, and operate confidently at a senior level, influencing across the organisation.<h4> Additional information </h4>For an informal discussion about this role, please email Kembi at our recruitment partners Gateby Sanderson on <a href="mailto:kembi.coakelin@gatenbysanderson.com" target="_blank">kembi.coakelin@gatenbysanderson.com</a>.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4><a href="https://crawleybcmanagers.uk" target="_blank">Visit our recruitment website</a> to find out more about this role and apply.





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Crawley Borough Council

Head of Law and Governance (and Monitoring Officer)

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.



About the Role
Devolution is the policy and public affairs arena to work in right now – offering a chance to shape the new devolved decision-making landscape and to work at the forefront of one of the most exciting new developments in public policy. The Liverpool City Region Combined Mayoral Authority is recruiting a Public Affairs and Government Relations Officer to work on this exciting field in external relations and stakeholder management.‍
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority brings together six local authorities to tackle local issues of importance to residents of the Liverpool City Region geography. Following increased devolved powers granted to the city region of Liverpool, local authorities making up the city region are working together to utilise resources and make decisions of benefit to local communities. These include investment in transport, tackling homelessness, skills, economic growth, innovation and creating new jobs. They have recently secured over a billion in funding from the Government and have ambitious plans to make the Liverpool City Region one of the best places in the UK to live and work.
The opportunity
‍The Liverpool City Regional Mayoral Combined Authority organisation is recruiting 2 Government and Public Affairs Managers, covering public affairs and stakeholder engagement The role will focus on developing ties with local businesses, trade bodies and universities, building relationships with Westminster, Whitehall and other regional authorities.
The postholder will provide timely and high-quality public affairs and government relations support to assist with the organisation’s strategic objectives.
Main responsibilities
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<li>-Support engagement with parliamentarians and other public affairs audiences including government, principally in Westminster and Whitehall, constituent local authorities, as well as other stakeholders on a national and regional basis.</li>
<li>-Help promote the organisation to key audiences, including through organisation of Ministerial visits to the region.</li>
<li>-Ensure appropriate communication is undertaken with constituent local authorities to build and cement relationships.</li>
<li>-Develop and maintain systems to ensure that good records of meetings with stakeholders are created, available and easily accessed.</li>
<li>-Work with the Evidence and Intelligence team and Policy Coordination team to advise colleagues on political, policy and legislative developments in Government, Parliament, relevant think tanks and other influencers within the policy communities of relevance to the organisation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>-Produce timely summaries of key developments relevant to the organisation, including Budget statements, White Papers, debates, and committee sessions.</li>
<li>-Manage the production of responses to key Government department and Select Committee consultations or calls for evidence.&nbsp;</li>
<li>-Prepare briefings for senior colleagues, including the Mayor, Chief Executive and Directors for key meetings. This requires high quality writing skills and the ability to convey complex information concisely and effectively.</li>
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About the person
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<li>-‍Experience of working in a public or parliamentary affairs environment.</li>
<li>-Experience working with or for central or local Government.</li>
<li>-Experience of building effective strategic working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.</li>
<li>-Evidence of negotiating, influencing and giving advice to politicians, senior managers and partner organisations.</li>
<li>-Experience of operating effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.</li>
<li>-A strong understanding of parliamentary and legislative procedures as well as policy making processes - across national, regional, local and devolved government institutions.</li>
<li>-Excellent writing skills, including speech writing and briefings.</li>
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If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.&nbsp;

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<li>-An extensive understanding of parliamentary procedure, legislative procedures and policy making processes - across national, regional, local and devolved government and European institutions</li>
<li>-A good understanding of the political and devolution policy landscape</li>
<li>-Experience of working in a public or parliamentary affairs environment</li>
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‍About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.
Staff benefits 
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<li>-Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>-Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years’ service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>-Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>-Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>-24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>-Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>-Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>-Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
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Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>&nbsp;

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