Ackerman Pierce are looking to recruit a Senior Lead - Democratic Services, Civic and Elections within the Southend-on-Sea area. The vacancy will be for a permanent role.

Responsibilities include:

The role involves providing strategic leadership and management of the Council's Legal and Democratic Services, encompassing Legal, and Committee Services, Electoral Services, and Information Governance.
Seeking a senior manager to lead a talented team across key areas including democratic services and elections. The Council is going through an exciting phase of modernisation, including a Boundary Review and a review if its constitution and this post presents an excellent and attractive opportunity for a highly motivated person to work at the heart of the authority in collaboration with elected councillors and senior leaders.
You will be responsible for managing and delivering the servicing of Council, Cabinet, committees and all other councillor level bodies. You will act as a key advisor on a range of governance matters ensuring compliance with the relevant legal requirements, the constitution and other procedures and practices.
You will have a lead role in the management and delivery of Parliamentary, Police Fire and Crime Commissioner and local elections.
This role will be offered on a hybrid basis (blend of working from home and office). To meet the demands of this role, the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office at least twice a week with attendance at evening meetings as necessary.Working Arrangements:

A minimum requirement of two days per week in the officeThe Team:

Well-structured organised team, growing their staffing levels. Minimum Requirements:

Managerial experience
Eligibility to work in the UK Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:

Your own personal consultant
Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide
DBS and Compliance Service
Quick and Easy Registration Process
Access to CPD
Guaranteed weekly payment To discuss this position, or any similar vacancies we have available in Essex, please contact Ollie Barrett or email your updated CV today