Electoral Services Manager
Job Title:
Electoral Services Manager Department:
Elections Location:
Brentwood, Essex Salary:
Grade I - £47,156 - £51,364 per annum Contract Type:
Permanent Closing date:
30 th
January 2025 This post is politically restricted. About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated individual to lead and manage the Electoral Services Team and be responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Returning Officer for the project planning, management, and delivery of all types of elections and referenda, in accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance, acting as a Deputy RO with full power to carry out those duties. About the candidate
You will be responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Electoral Registration Officer for the preparation, maintenance, and publication of the Electoral Register in accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance, being the Council’s appointed Deputy ERO. You will be able to demonstrate significant experience in the conduct of elections and other electoral events, as well as an in-depth working knowledge and understanding of electoral legislation and processes. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy. Working within a politically sensitive environment where tact and diplomacy are essential, as is knowledge of using an electoral services management system, preferably Express. You will be a qualified holder of a Certificate in Electoral Administration, as well as a member of the Association of Electoral Administrators. You must be prepared to work extended hours during the busy election and registration period, often at short notice, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. Benefits of working here:
Brentwood is well-known for its green space and woodlands, even though it’s located within easy commuting distance of London – and the new Elizabeth Line has made this connection even better, with faster and more frequent trains. We are currently operating a hybrid model of working, which enables our employees to work smarter, focusing on the importance of physical connections to meet the needs of those we provide services for, whilst balancing that with the ability to work remotely. Our employees are provided with the resources to be able to work in this way effectively and are provided with a laptop to do so. In addition to this, we offer many excellent employee benefits which include a pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, health and wellbeing opportunities, employee assistance programme, and a benefits platform offering discounts across a range of retailers. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Claire Mayhew, Corporate Manager – Democratic & Legal Services on 01277 312741.
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Electoral Services Manager Department:
Elections Location:
Brentwood, Essex Salary:
Grade I - £47,156 - £51,364 per annum Contract Type:
Permanent Closing date:
30 th
January 2025 This post is politically restricted. About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated individual to lead and manage the Electoral Services Team and be responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Returning Officer for the project planning, management, and delivery of all types of elections and referenda, in accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance, acting as a Deputy RO with full power to carry out those duties. About the candidate
You will be responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Electoral Registration Officer for the preparation, maintenance, and publication of the Electoral Register in accordance with legislation and Electoral Commission Guidance, being the Council’s appointed Deputy ERO. You will be able to demonstrate significant experience in the conduct of elections and other electoral events, as well as an in-depth working knowledge and understanding of electoral legislation and processes. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy. Working within a politically sensitive environment where tact and diplomacy are essential, as is knowledge of using an electoral services management system, preferably Express. You will be a qualified holder of a Certificate in Electoral Administration, as well as a member of the Association of Electoral Administrators. You must be prepared to work extended hours during the busy election and registration period, often at short notice, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. Benefits of working here:
Brentwood is well-known for its green space and woodlands, even though it’s located within easy commuting distance of London – and the new Elizabeth Line has made this connection even better, with faster and more frequent trains. We are currently operating a hybrid model of working, which enables our employees to work smarter, focusing on the importance of physical connections to meet the needs of those we provide services for, whilst balancing that with the ability to work remotely. Our employees are provided with the resources to be able to work in this way effectively and are provided with a laptop to do so. In addition to this, we offer many excellent employee benefits which include a pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, health and wellbeing opportunities, employee assistance programme, and a benefits platform offering discounts across a range of retailers. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Claire Mayhew, Corporate Manager – Democratic & Legal Services on 01277 312741.
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