About this opportunity
Are you interested in developing a career within our Electoral Services Team?
The successful candidate will be joining a friendly and proactive team who are passionate about supporting the Council's decision making processes.
The Role
This role will be required to work at the council’s premises at Barrow and Kendal. You may reasonably be required to work at any other of the council’s premises.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day office management and co-ordination of the activities at the Barrow office of the Electoral Services Section of the Legal and Democratic Services Department for the purpose of supporting work on ensuring a complete and accurate electoral register is published and maintained, in line with statutory legislation, best practice, Electoral Commission performance standards and local policies. Supporting the delivery of elections, including taking the lead on specific projects within the elections programme. Responding to queries from residents, electors, other council departments and other stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be primarily based in the Barrow office, but it is likely that some work in Kendal will be needed. You may reasonably be required to work at any other of the council’s premises.
Who we are looking for:
A well organised and experienced individual to lead in the Barrow Office in strategic and operational electoral registration activities, the conduct of elections and delivery of our ongoing service improvement programme.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, organised, have excellent customer service skills and a flexible approach. If this sounds like you then apply today!
What can we offer you!
Excellent training and development
Flexible working opportunities
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
Competitive rates of pay
Please read the Supporting Information:
Post Specification
Role Profile
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