Democratic Services Officer

At Eastleigh Borough Council, we are committed to making a positive difference for residents, businesses, and visitors by creating sustainable, healthy communities and increasing employment and wellbeing opportunities for all.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Democratic Services Officer to support our democratic process and effective decision making.

• Ensuring democratic processes run professionally and effectively
• Supporting the transparency of decision making
• Organising and minuting committee meetings
• Providing advice and guidance to chairs of committees
• Ensuring all democratic activity is delivered in accordance with relevant legislation and the Council’s Constitution
• Work closely with Councillors to support their induction and development

The ideal candidate will have experience and a good understanding of local government.

You will also be exceptionally well organised with a keen eye for detail. Having strong communication skills is key, and you will be a self-starter and motivated to do a great job.

You will remain calm under pressure and deal effectively with problems and last-minute changes as they arise. Working to tight timetables, you will need to be adaptable to changing priorities and have a flexible and positive approach.

• 25 to 28 days annual leave (dependant on local government continuous service)
• Flexible working arrangements and the ability to accrue up to 2 additional days leave per month (subject to operational requirements – pro rata for part time staff)
• 30% off Full Membership at Places Leisure, Eastleigh
• Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme

If you are ready to lead impactful change and have the skills, experience, and motivation we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.