Deputy Democratic Services Manager

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Lambeth Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience.

We are looking for a Deputy Democratic Services Manager. This role will be: SW2 1RW
Hybrid.

• Assist in maintaining the council's forward plan, councillor information (including register of interests), council decisions (including agendas and minutes).
• Provide support, advice, and guidance to Councillors, Officers and the general public on all aspects of the Council's decision making processes and democratic participation, and ensure the Council's decision making processes are completed in accordance with all statutory requirements.
• Support report authors in the decision making process, providing advice and guidance at each stage to ensure that reports are complete, coherent for the decision maker, prepared in accordance with corporate and constitutional requirements and required timescales.
• Oversee the operation of the independent panel process to hear education admission and exclusion appeals to ensure that all appeals are conducted in a timely manner and in accordance with relevant legislation and national Codes of Practice; and explore opportunities to increase income from these services.
• Ensure that proper arrangements are made for all council meetings, including liaising with relevant teams such as property services on the logistics and security.
• Support the Democratic Services and Scrutiny team by providing support and advice for colleagues and undertaking activities within the team.

• Experience of managing staff.
• Experience working within a democratic services role.
• Experience of successfully delivering service improvements.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed).

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon.