Governance & Scrutiny Officer: Meetings, Minutes & Compliance

Derbyshire Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Governance and Scrutiny Officer to support effective meeting management and evidence-based scrutiny processes. The successful candidate will be well-organised and possess great communication skills, alongside proficiency in digital tools, including committee management systems. The role offers a competitive salary, generous leave entitlement, and excellent work/life balance initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Excellent work/life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Organised with great attention to detail and calm under pressure.
• Confident in communication with elected Members and public.
• Able to produce clear agendas and accurate minutes.
• Ideally familiar with committee management systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer meetings, draft agendas and minutes.
• Coordinate scrutiny work and provide governance advice.

Skills

Organisational skills

Great communication skills

Excellent written communication

Good digital skills

Tools

Committee management systems

MS 365 tools

Job description

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Governance and Scrutiny Officer to support effective meeting management and evidence-based scrutiny processes. The successful candidate will be well-organised and possess great communication skills, alongside proficiency in digital tools, including committee management systems. The role offers a competitive salary, generous leave entitlement, and excellent work/life balance initiatives.