Governance & Civic Manager

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced professional to manage its Governance Team. This role includes the support of high-level statutory meetings, the coordination of agendas, production of minutes, overseeing the delivery of actions and providing procedural advice. The role is also responsible for managing its civic function. In addition, the manager will be required to support the Council's Scrutiny Officer in delivery of its scrutiny function.
If successful you will manage a small team of Governance and Scrutiny officers.
You will be required to work closely with clients from across the Council and its wholly owned companies together with its councillors.
To be successful you will need

+ Significant knowledge of executive and non-executive governance arrangements including overview and scrutiny
+ Knowledge of the ethical framework as set out within the Localism Act
+ Understanding of the governance of town and parish councils
+ Excellent organisational and planning skills.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.
Why work for us?
Bolsover District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people's lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.
We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: Working for the Council - Bolsover District Council