DEMOCRATIC SERVICES OFFICER

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Salary: Competitive

We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in the Surrey, who are looking to appoint a Democratic Services Officer on an initial 6-month locum contract. This will be a full-time position based in Surrey, with hybrid working and the rate flexible depending upon experience. Duties will include (but are not limited to): * Providing professional democratic and committee support to the Council’s committees, panels and other formal meetings * Planning, coordinating and administering meetings, including preparing agendas, reports, minutes and meeting schedules * Advising Members and officers on constitutional, procedural and governance requirements to ensure meetings are conducted effectively and in accordance with the Council’s Constitution * Attending meetings and producing accurate, timely minutes and records of decisions Working hours: * 37 hours per week * Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £250 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details

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