Deputy Democratic Services Manager

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 02/03/2026

Job Information

Government & Public Sector

City Lambeth

Province Lambeth

Postal Code SW2

Job Description 3 months contract with local authority

This role involves leading and managing a team responsible for supporting the Council's decision-making processes, including scrutiny and member development, while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements. The position is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the Council's governance and decision-making frameworks. The role also includes deputizing for the Democratic Services Manager and supporting all aspects of democratic services and scrutiny to ensure effective and efficient decision making.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the Council's decision making processes and governance in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Deputize for the Democratic Services Manager, providing cover as needed.
• Support democratic services and scrutiny, including committee meetings and the Independent Remuneration Panel.
• Manage the servicing of council and internal meetings, setting performance targets, and allocating work.
• Build and maintain networks with the public, members, officers, partners, and agencies to support committee work and member development programs.
• Provide support, advice, and guidance on the Council's decision making processes and democratic participation.
• Support report authors in the decision making process, ensuring reports meet corporate and constitutional standards.
• Oversee the independent panel process for education admission and exclusion appeals.
• Ensure proper arrangements for all council meetings, coordinating with relevant teams.
• Support the Democratic Services and Scrutiny team by providing advice and undertaking team activities.
• Communicate effectively with members, officers, and customers, exercising discretion.
• Lead and improve service delivery, reviewing procedures, promoting democracy, and recommending changes.
• Allocate tasks, motivate, set targets, and monitor team performance for effective service delivery.
• Lead Member Development initiatives, including new Member induction and ongoing support.
• Implement legislative changes and advise on their implications.
• Liaise with senior officers, members, and stakeholders with discretion and political sensitivity.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection, Health and Safety legislation, and equality of opportunity.
• Promote good race, ethnic, and community relations.
• Undertake project work as directed by the Democratic Services Manager.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of legislative requirements and governance frameworks.
• Experience in managing and leading teams.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Ability to provide advice and guidance on decision making processes.
• Experience in organizing and managing meetings and committees.
• Ability to implement and advise on legislative changes.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Commitment to promoting equality and community relations.
• Ability to work with discretion and political sensitivity.