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Senior Scrutiny Officer

Adecco
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

London, Greater London E10 6EJ, England

Salary

£22.16 - £27.58 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The job title is Senior Scrutiny Officer with an hourly rate of £22.16 per hour PAYE or £27.58 per hour Umbrella.
  • The position is located at Newham Dockside and is a 3-month temporary contract with the possibility of extension.
  • Candidates must have experience in policy and research work, as well as a strong understanding of governance arrangements and local authority decision-making.
  • The role requires the ability to produce high-quality written material, including reports and presentations, and to work effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Experience in a political environment and the ability to manage sensitive issues are essential, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience preferred.

Job Title: Senior Scrutiny Officer

Hourly Rate: £22.16 per hour PAYE or £27.58 per hour Umbrella

Location: Newham Dockside

Duration: 3-month temporary contract, with view for further extension thereafter

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Scrutiny Officer on behalf of our public sector client based in East London.

The successful applicant will have a good knowledge of legislation in respect of local authority decision making and a high level of understanding of the role of the governance arrangements. Knowledge of local government policies, strategy, legislative and financial framework is essential for this role.

  • Ensure that all members of Scrutiny Committees are provided with comprehensive, high quality and efficient support and advice to enable them to complete their roles
  • Advising on topics for scrutiny based and sound information/research
  • Drafting well evidenced and concise reports, including securing appropriate research and expertise
  • Providing effective policy analysis, review and development role to support the overview and scrutiny function
  • Present reports, including those on the outcome of reviews to Scrutiny Task and Finish Commissions
  • Support proper coordination between the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, the Council and Cabinet
  • Contribute to developing, implementing, and promoting democratic and decision-making structures and procedures relating to overview and scrutiny and advise Members and officers
  • Liaise with Members to discuss and review requirements of the scrutiny function
  • Establish and maintain good relationships with stakeholders, council officers, and partnership bodies

Experience/Knowledge required:

  • Experience of policy and research work including producing high quality written material including reports and presentations
  • High level of understanding of the role of the governance arrangements, the executive
  • Experience of working successfully with Members, stakeholders and members of the public and external agencies
  • Ability to work in a political environment, recognising sensitive issues and maintaining confidentiality, facing frequently changing demand and dealing with demands from elected members, officers, members of the community and outside bodies

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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