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We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in South Wales, who are recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer to join their growing team on a locum, fully remote basis. Both full time (37 hours/week) and part-time (30 hours/week) options can be considered. The hourly rate is circa. £35.00/hour (Umbrella), however this is negotiable).Duties will include (but are not limited to): Supporting the Chairs of the Committees through advice and briefings as well as supporting Democratic Services team on Member training and development Providing proper support to all elected member decision making meetings including advice on the Council’s Constitution in the order that they are conducted in with the Council’s Standing Orders and legislationManaging all aspects of public committee meetingsMaking comprehensive notes of the meetings and resolutions, production of draft minutes, as well as circulating draft minutes for agreement and subsequent publicationAssisting the Democratic manager with maintenance and development of the Council’s online services including but not limited to; uploading committee agendas, reports, minutes and audio recordingsGiving advice on the interpretation of Standing Orders, the Members’ Code of Conduct and other constitutional and procedural mattersRequirements:Experience within Local GovernmentStrong understanding of democratic and decision-making processesExperience of managing all aspects of public committee meetingsRewards and Benefits:Fully remoteFlexible working days/hoursWorking hours:Full time (37 hours/week) and part-time (30 hours/week) options can be consideredFlexible start/finish timesPlease 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 £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.