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Head of Democratic Services and Internal Governance
Job Reference MCA/TP/10280/1263_VG
Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Permanent/Full Time - 37 hours per week
Working Hours:
37
Location:
70 Redcliff Street, Bristol
Closing Date:
18/10/2026
Job Category:
Legal Services
Region / Division:
UK Region
Business Unit:
Legal
Job Introduction
Are you an experienced democratic governance professional ready to play a key role in shaping how one the West of England region is governed?
We’re looking for an outstanding Head of Democratic Services and Internal Governance to provide strategic leadership across democratic services, scrutiny and internal governance at the West of England Combined Authority (WECA).
Reporting to the Director of Law and Governance, you’ll be a trusted adviser to the Mayor, Combined Authority Members and senior officers, ensuring that decision-making is lawful, transparent, effective and rooted in strong democratic principles.
You’ll lead an ambitious Democratic Services function supporting the Combined Authority Board, Overview & Scrutiny Committee, Audit Committee and a range of advisory and partnership boards. You’ll oversee key democratic processes including Mayoral Decision Notices, the Forward Plan, access to information, the Constitution and Scheme of Delegation, while helping to continually strengthen WECA’s governance arrangements.
This is a role for someone who can combine strategic leadership, political awareness, sound judgement and exceptional organisational skills. You’ll need the confidence and diplomacy to advise Members from different political groups, navigate complex and sensitive issues, and build trusted relationships across WECA, its constituent councils and regional partners.
In return, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the governance of a region with ambitious priorities across transport, housing, economic growth, skills and the environment.
If you’re a senior democratic services or governance professional who wants to influence how major regional decisions are made—and help build excellent, modern public-sector governance,we’d like to hear from you.
Bring your expertise. Lead with confidence. Help shape governance across the West of England.
This role will have terms and conditions required by Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regs 1990. This is a politically restricted post under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
The closing date for this role is midnight on Sunday 18 October 2026.
Interviews are planned to be held in November at our offices at 70 Redcliff St, Bristol BS1 6AL.
About The Company
Our offer
We are based ina new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
Alongside the opportunity to make a real differenceto the people who visit, live and work in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
26 days annual leave, plus
Head of Democratic Services and Internal Governance in West Bromwich employer: West of England Combined Authorities
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority offers a dynamic and supportive work environment at its modern office in Bristol, where employees can truly make a difference in the community. With a strong focus on employee growth, flexible working options, and an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave and a robust pension scheme, this is an ideal place for passionate project managers to thrive and contribute to meaningful regional initiatives.
Contact Details:
West of England Combined Authorities Recruitment Team
