We’re looking for a dedicated support officer to join our Governance Services team who are at the heart of the council in providing vital support to our political decision-making, regulatory and scrutiny processes. The team enable our elected councillors to take important decisions and scrutinise the operation and performance of the Council effectively and in line with our policies and procedures, as well as the council’s constitution and legislation.
From co-ordinating and preparing for committee and board meetings, managing communications with councillors and colleagues, working with other stakeholders including organisations such as the NHS, supporting involvement of elected councillors and the public in our governance arrangements, gathering information and data, and preparing reports and presentations, we ensure that the council’s democratic and governance processes work robustly and effectively.
Our work is at the heart of local democracy and is what makes local government so unique. This role could be a great launchpad for your career, allowing you to showcase and develop a broad range of skills and to work closely with elected councillors as well as departments across the council and other organisations. Join us and you’ll get to know more about council services, with plenty of opportunities to help shape the future for residents, the City Council, and ultimately, your career.
What you’ll be doing
You will be undertaking a range of activity that facilitates the operation of the City Council’s democratic and governance processes. You’ll be offering specialist technical governance support and advice to elected members, council officers, partners, and other stakeholders which ensures they act in accordance with the constitution, law, and best practice. You’ll support effective councillor, stakeholder and public engagement in the governance, scrutiny, and decision-making processes of the Council.
You’ll represent the Council at meetings and committees and will support customer/client management as well as other engagement activity. Your role will also include work associated with new initiatives, changing governing requirements, and service development projects.
What you’ll need
You’ll have experience of working in a role which supports organisational governance, and you’ll have a thorough approach to your work, with the ability to write clearly, and to be able to meet strict deadlines. You’ll be able to work meaningfully with a range of stakeholders and present information in a coherent, concise, and factual way and will solve queries professionally. You’ll also work well as part of a team to deliver a quality service and achieve shared objectives.
If you would like further information before applying, please feel free to contact Francis Connolly at Francis.Connolly@leicester.gov.uk
Interviews will take place week commencing 20th May 2024