Head of Democratic Services

Locum Head of Democratic Services – Local Authority in the South East – Hybrid – Full Time

Venn Group is working with a well-regarded local authority in the South East in their search for a Head of Democratic Services on a locum basis for an initial 3-month contract.

Details:

Job Title: Head of Democratic Services
Hourly Rate: £55 to £63 umbrella per hour (flexible for the right candidate)
Length of Contract: 3 months initially with high possibility for extension
Working Pattern: Full-time – 37 hours per week
Location: Local Authority in the South East
Office attendance: One day per week preferred – will consider more remote

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level strategic and operational guidance to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with senior managers to shape future strategies, business plans, budgets, and resource allocation
• Manage complex and high-priority issues, ensuring effective and timely resolution
• Lead and influence teams by modelling the local authority’s values
• Drive service improvements and new approaches across the democratic services function
• Performance manage, develop, and motivate teams across the service

Preferred experience:

• Strong leadership background within democratic or local government services
• Proven ability to advise at senior levels and manage complex, escalated issues
• Experience in strategic planning and high-level service delivery
• Track record of performance management and leading diverse teams in a political environment

If you are interested in this Head of Democratic Services role with this South East Local Authority, please contact the London office on 07441 916 456, or email your CV to southeastlegal@venngroup.com and a member of our team will get back to you.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

Locum Head of Democratic Services – Local Authority in the South East – Hybrid – Full Time