Committee Services Manager

Job Advert: Committee Services Manager

Location: Redbridge, Ilford
Duration: 6 months, with the possibility of extension

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Committee Services Manager to lead and coordinate the work of our Committee Services Team. This is a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of efficient, high-quality democratic support to the Council’s decision-making and scrutiny processes.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting transparency, good governance, and compliance with statutory and constitutional requirements across all council meetings, panels, boards, and working groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Committee Services Team, ensuring effective and customer-focused service delivery
• Support and oversee Council and Cabinet meetings, ensuring appropriate governance arrangements are in place
• Provide expert advice to officers on decision-making processes, including the Scheme of Delegations and legal compliance
• Ensure all decisions are made in accordance with relevant legislation and the Council’s Constitution
• Plan, organise, and strategically direct committee services to meet the democratic needs of the Council
• Support a range of meetings, including partnerships, internal working groups, and other governance bodies
• Oversee the administration of Members’ Allowances and maintain registers, including Gifts and Hospitality
• Support the Monitoring Officer and contribute to governance-related duties
• Work proactively with elected Members to support and develop their roles in line with good governance principles
• Drive continuous improvement across committee services

About You

You will be an experienced governance or committee services professional with strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of local government processes.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience supporting committees or democratic services
• Strong knowledge of local government governance and decision-making frameworks
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to advise senior officers and elected Members with confidence
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and transparency
• A proactive approach to service development and improvement

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a real impact on local governance and decision-making
• Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package