At a Glance
- Tasks: Support elected members, prepare agendas, take minutes, and assist with research for scrutiny.
- Company: East Hampshire District Council focuses on governance and decision-making processes.
- Benefits: Offers hybrid working, generous annual leave, and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Position based in Petersfield, Hampshire with flexible working options.
- Why this job: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and community welfare.
- Qualifications: Requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and minute-taking abilities.
The predicted salary is between 34882 - 37842 £ per year.
Salary: Grade 5 £34,882 – £37,842 (pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Contracted hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Petersfield, Hampshire / Hybrid working
We’re looking for a Democratic Services Officer to provide support to elected members within the Council’s decision-making process and contribute to the governance of the Council.
About the role
- Service formal and informal member and officer-level meetings.
- Prepare and publish agendas.
- Take minutes and support and undertake research for the council’s scrutiny function.
- Organise and assist with events (facilitating similar activities).
About you
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work to high standard, meet tight deadlines, attention to detail.
- Minute-taking skills and willingness to attend some evening meetings at council offices.
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer a competitive benefits package including hybrid working options, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave, flexi time, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and more.
You can find out more about the council, our values and the full range of benefits and support we offer our staff at https://www.easthants.gov.uk/jobs-council.
Many of our staff also work flexibly in different ways e.g., part-time, compressed hours and everything in between. Please talk to us about the flexibility you need to do this role.
For an informal discussion please call Louise Fleming, Democratic Services Manager on 01730 234231.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 29th June and interviews will be held on 7th/8th July.
Please submit a covering letter with your CV setting out how you meet each of the essential criteria. You will be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
East Hampshire District Council is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – we are proud of being a Disability Confident Committed employer and appoint on merit.
The council is an inclusive employer and appoint on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Deadline for applications: Monday 29th June 2026
Interview date: 7th / 8th July 2026
Democratic Services Officer, East Hampshire District Council employer: Association Of Democratic Services Officers
East Hampshire District Council is located in Petersfield, Hampshire, offering a competitive benefits package including training opportunities. The council values diversity and is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups, ensuring a supportive environment for all employees.
Contact Details:
Association Of Democratic Services Officers Recruitment Team
