Committee Officer

We are currently recruiting for a Committee Officer to join a busy local authority based in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Democratic Services / Committee Services professional to support key council functions.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with remote working available. However, you will be required to attend the Civic Offices to clerk public committee meetings, including evening meetings where required.

• Swindon (Civic Campus, Euclid Street, SN1 2JG)
• £21.00 per hour
• 3 months+ contract
• 37 hours per week
• ASAP start

• Provide full committee services to Council, Cabinet, Overview & Scrutiny and Regulatory Committees
• Support arms-length bodies such as Education Appeal Panels
• Organise and attend meetings (in person and virtual), acting as clerk where required
• Prepare agendas, minutes, action sheets and decision notices
• Coordinate and project manage committee workflows and reporting cycles
• Undertake quasi-judicial administrative processes (e.g. appeals, licensing panels)
• Provide procedural and governance advice to Members and officers
• Prepare briefing notes for Committee Chairs
• Maintain accurate records and support performance monitoring

• Previous experience within Democratic Services / Committee Services / Local Government
• Strong experience preparing agendas and taking formal minutes
• Knowledge of council governance, committee structures and procedures
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Flexible to attend evening meetings as required

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team and play a key role in supporting local democratic processes.

Apply now or contact us for more information.