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Make a Difference in Lancaster
Join us as Deputy Election Manager and play a vital role in upholding democracy in the Lancaster district. You’ll ensure accurate electoral registers and support the smooth delivery of elections, referenda, and ballots, helping every eligible voter have their say. Your work will directly impact community engagement and trust in the democratic process.

What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be actively involved in electoral registration processes, the annual household canvass, working to deliver outcomes brought about by local government reorganisation and support polling place and other reviews. Your role includes maintaining electoral management systems, handling postal votes, and providing clear advice to the public and stakeholders. You’ll also supervise and mentor election staff, ensuring compliance with legislation and high standards throughout.

You’ll Fit Right In If…
An AEA certified election professional, you can demonstrate a strong knowledge of electoral law and experience in election administration, with excellent communication and ICT skills. You’re impartial, detail-focused, and thrive under pressure. Your ability to work collaboratively reflects our values of Working Together, Ambition, Pride, and Ownership. A full driving licence is essential for this role.

Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about democracy and community engagement, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about what it’s like working with us, our benefits, values and culture, by visiting lancaster.gov.uk/sites/recruitment.

Why Work With Us
Our Benefits
• Generous annual leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Car purchase scheme
• Lifestyle savings
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Volunteering days
• Wellbeing support

Flexible working friendly
We welcome discussions about flexible working and may be able to offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and agreed working hours to support work–life balance.

Inclusive employer
We welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
We guarantee interviews for applicants with a disability and armed forces veterans who meet the essential criteria.