460178-7990-26307 5.11
Councillor and Governance Support Officer
Westminster
Contract
£18.30 per hour
Our client is looking for an experienced Councillor and Governance Support Officer
2 /3 days per week remote
As a Councillor and Governance Support Officer, you will play a vital role at the heart of local democracy � supporting councillors, Cabinet Members, and senior officers to deliver effective governance and outstanding service to residents.
This is a fast-paced, varied role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work confidently in a politically sensitive environment.
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Key Responsibilities
Meeting and Governance Support
Organise and manage council committee meetings, ensuring compliance with access to information requirements
Publish papers and ensure timely distribution to councillors and stakeholders
Coordinate logistics including venues, digital access, and external participation
Attend meetings and produce accurate minutes where required
Executive Support (Leader & Cabinet Members)
Manage complex diaries, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and effective scheduling
Coordinate briefings, meeting papers, and communications
Manage inbox correspondence, drafting and sending responses as appropriate
Track actions and ensure follow-up with senior officers
Councillor Casework
Support councillors and Cabinet Members with resident enquiries and complaints
Liaise with council departments to ensure timely and accurate responses
Maintain records on casework systems and identify trends or recurring issues
Ward Budget Administration
Support delivery of ward budget programmes
Draft reports, raise purchase orders, and monitor financial progress
Review project proposals and liaise with suppliers
General Support
Provide administrative and IT support to councillors
Maintain registers, systems, and internal information hubs
Assist with training, events, and community engagement activities
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience
Experience supporting senior leaders or politicians in an administrative capacity
Strong relationship management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Confident delivering high-quality administrative support with minimal supervision
Desirable
Experience working in a political or public sector environment
Complex diary management
Casework or complaints handling
Financial administration experience
Key Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organisational and administrative capability
Ability to work with tact and diplomacy in sensitive environments
Commitment to inclusion and diversity
Confidence using IT systems and supporting others
Qualifications
Relevant degree or equivalent experience
Evidence of ongoing professional development
What You’ll Achieve
In this role, you will:
Deliver efficient, well-organised council governance processes
Ensure councillors are fully supported to perform their roles effectively
Enable timely, high-quality decision-making through excellent coordination
Support strong engagement between councillors, officers and residents
Help deliver ward initiatives that make a real difference in communities
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The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer