Service Director for Governance (Monitoring Officer)

Bedford Borough Council

• Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire


• Type: Permanent


• Hours: Full-time


• Posted: Just now

Bedford Borough Council is an existing unitary authority with a directly elected Mayor. In this newly created role, you will report directly to our Chief Executive and will be an important member of the 'golden triangle' and the wider leadership team. You will ensure that our governance framework supports the effective and compliant delivery of Council services throughout the Borough and will provide expert advice to Officers and Members. Responsibilities will also include strategic and operational leadership for a range of services which include Legal, Democratic, Elections and the Mayor's office.

Our guiding principle, 'Together we make a difference', emphasises our network of great people united by a common purpose to build a better Bedford Borough.

We are looking for someone who is politically adept with strong Monitoring Officer experience in an upper tier authority. You will have a successful track record in both strategic and operational roles driving service improvement and innovation. Excellent communication skills are vital and your ability to lead high performing teams is essential.

Closing date: 1st May 2025

A virtual stakeholder panel interview will take place on 12th or 13th May 2025.

Interviews will take place in person at Borough Hall on 20th May 2025.

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on 'Apply for Vacancy'; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below.

Please note:

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

• a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)


• a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only)

unless the appointment is business critical.

For further information, please email.

Bedford Borough Council is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, Care Leavers Covenant and is a Disability Confident Employer. For more information please visit.

Additional Vacancy Information

• Allowance (pro rata for part time roles): N/A


• Work Pattern: Monday to Friday


• Is this an enhanced DBS role? No


• Is this a politically restricted role? Yes


• Is this a customer facing role which requires a fluent English Speaker? Yes

Vacancy Location

Location: Bedfordshire, Bedford Borough Council Recruitment, Bedford

Address: Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP

Is this a designated car user position? No

Bedford Borough Council

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Bedford Borough Council is an existing unitary authority with a directly elected Mayor. In this newly created role, you will report directly to our Chief Executive and will be an important member of the 'golden triangle' and the wider leadership team. You will ensure that our governance framework supports the effective and compliant delivery of Council services throughout the Borough and will provide expert advice to Officers and Members. Responsibilities will also include strategic and operational leadership for a range of services which include Legal, Democratic, Elections and the Mayor's office.
Our guiding principle, 'Together we make a difference', emphasises our network of great people united by a common purpose to build a better Bedford Borough.