Salary: £32,532 - £35,055 Location: London
Type: Full
Time Postal/Zip Code: SW19
About Hackney:
Hackney is London's most diverse, dynamic neighbourhood. Reaching from the Square Mile to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, this is an area of rapid economic growth, particularly in technology, media, fashion and other creative industries. Hackney has more green spaces than any other inner London borough; some of the capital's finest schools; first class transport connections; excellent public services; and thriving arts, cultural and retail sectors. We seek people with ambition, creativity and commitment to ensure our economic growth provides benefits for everyone and create opportunities to transform the lives of residents.
About the Legal, HR and Regulatory Services Directorate:
The Legal, HR and Regulatory Services Directorate is responsible for legal and civic duties across the authority. The Directorate provides legal advice, representation and other services to the Council and supports Hackney’s Executive and non-Executive governance structures. It also supports the Chief Executive in carrying out electoral registration functions.
About the role:
Following the departure of the current post-holder, a vacancy has arisen for a Governance Services Officer. You will provide proactive, efficient support for meetings of the Council, Cabinet, committees and sub-committees. Your role will include clerking meetings, so you must have the ability and confidence to create agendas, record and circulate accurate minutes, and write and present reports to a high standard.
You will advise Members on governance, procedures and protocols, ensuring they are kept fully informed of changes in legislation which might affect Council procedures. As you will on occasion be expected to provide cover for colleagues across the Division it is important that you develop a comprehensive understanding of the wider service and its objectives. This is a highly demanding job but also varied and rewarding.
Skills & Experience:
You will have proven skills as a communicator both verbally and in writing, and have the confidence to properly advise Council Members. You must have demonstrable experience in a similar position, be an experienced administrator and show an aptitude for prioritising, organising and planning. An understanding and knowledge of local government structures – including the role of Members – is essential, as is an understanding of the most recent local government legislation. You will be politically aware, have a thorough understanding of IT systems and possess either a Degree or equivalent experience.
For a full list of requirements please refer to the job specification.
How to apply:
In return we offer a work environment which is stimulating, fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within our high profile organisation. To obtain a full job description and apply for this position please click on the button below.
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