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Head of Democratic Services, Elections & Monitoring Officer


Company : Harborough District Council


Location : Market Harborough, England


Created : 2025-08-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Harborough District, in rural South Leicestershire, is a wonderful place to live, work, invest in and visit, with around 98,000 residents and covering 228 square miles. We pride ourselves on the diversity of our landscape and have two historic market towns alongside farms and fields, larger villages and smaller rural settlements. Around 100 parishes contribute to a real sense of local identity and pride.Job Opportunity: Head of Democratic Services & Elections We are seeking an accomplished and proactive leader for our vacant post ofHead of Democratic Services & Elections . You will also fulfill the essential function of the council’s Monitoring Officer. Your experience in Democratic Services and Elections will enable you to provide strong leadership to our experienced teams. As Monitoring Officer, your expert and transparent advice on governance matters will support officers and elected members in making the best decisions for the council and our communities.This role is pivotal in upholding statutory compliance. Additionally, you will provide expert advice and guidance on creative and innovative approaches to service delivery. We seek aninspirational and inclusive leaderwho creates a positive environment where everyone can be themselves and fulfill their potential.Candidate ProfileMake an impact as a member of our Senior Leadership TeamBalance strategic and operational leadershipPerson-centred and solutions-focusedReady to embrace the future and deliver for everyone in our DistrictIf you are interested, please contact ourCorporate Management Support teamfor a confidential, informal discussion .Closing Date:9:00am, 1 stSeptember 2025For the fulljob description and person specification , please click the link. To apply, please click theApply Nowbutton below.#J-18808-Ljbffr