Democratic Services Assistant

Description

This role has a starting salary of £31,262 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. 

We are excited to be hiring a new Democratic Services Assistant to join our fantastic Democratic Services team. The team is based in Woodhatch Place, Reigate and the role is right at the heart of the council's political and strategic decision making.

This is a hybrid role, and the Council operates an agile working policy. You will be expected to be in the office on average one to two days per week and there will be opportunity to work flexibly from different locations according to business need around this.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Team

We're a flexible, friendly team used to working together to solve problems and come up with new ideas. Our work can be high profile and subject to pressure, so we always aim to support one another and share our knowledge and experience.

About the Role

This role is based in the heart of Surrey's democracy. It involves working with Cabinet Members, Committee Chairmen and Senior Officers on a daily basis, administering the Council's decision-making committees. 

As a Democratic Services Officer, you will be responsible for the sound operation of decision making in an organisation responsible for an annual budget over £1bn. You will support Members' work across a range of the Council's key policy areas via its committees and boards to ensure best value for Surrey residents.

The work will involve providing administrative support to meetings, preparing committee agendas, reports and minutes, and participating in other activities to support the County Council's democratic processes.

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: 

• Knowledge of, and enthusiasm for government and politics 
• Excellent organisational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent team working skills.

Please note that this post is politically restricted. 

Contact us 

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Ross Pike via email at ross.pike@surreycc.gov.uk or phone on 07805 803 593. Interviews will take place at our Reigate Office (Woodhatch Place). 

Our Values

Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values. 

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook also attached provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council. 

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: 

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application 
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form 

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.