Head of Democratic Services, Runnymede Borough Council

General Description

Overview

Runnymede Borough Council is an ambitious authority where people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a great place to work, visit, study or call home. Through our Corporate Business Plan, we prioritise the things that matter to us:

• Tackling the climate emergency and enhancing nature
• Improving health and wellbeing for all
• Supporting our communities through change
• Growing a fair and sustainable economy

What you will do

• Lead, manage and develop the Democratic Services team
• Provide expert advice and guidance on governance and decision-making matters to the Council
• Manage the servicing of the Council’s committees, member working parties and senior internal officer meetings
• Lead the ongoing maintenance of the Council’s constitution
• Lead upon member support, including new member induction and ongoing training

About you

• Detailed technical knowledge of the law and practices in which Democratic/Committee Services operates
• Substantial experience in a Democratic Services leadership role, or similar position
• Ability to offer expert, well-reasoned advice in an authoritative and confident manner, in a range of settings
• Well organised: able to work methodically and manage a range of competing deadlines
• High level of attention to detail

Benefits

• Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
• Flexible working and Flexi leave
• 29 Days annual leave, plus bank holidays (goes up to 32 days after 2 years’ service)
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Payment of one professional membership per annum
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• Health insurance plan after 1 year’s service/Dental after 3 years’ service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Wisdom Wellness App

Contact

For more information, please contact our retained Search Consultancy Osborne Thomas at or via telephone . Alternatively visit

Closing date: 11.59pm, Monday 23rd February 2026

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