Democratic Services Manager and Deputy Monitoring Officer, Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Overview

Salary: £61,379 - £68,353 per annum. Incremental progression is subject to performance

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 37 per week

Reference: SOL/TP/194/1683

About the role

We have a unique opportunity for a Democratic Services Manager and Deputy Monitoring Officer to join our Legal & Democratic Services team at Solihull Council. You will lead the delivery of all aspects of the Council's democratic and decision-making processes, ensuring the highest standards of transparency, efficiency, and legal compliance. In addition, you will act as the Deputy Monitoring Officer, supporting the Monitoring Officer in maintaining the Council's governance, constitutional integrity, and standards framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of all aspects of the Council's democratic and decision-making processes.
• Ensure the highest standards of transparency, efficiency, and legal compliance.
• Act as Deputy Monitoring Officer and support the Monitoring Officer in governance and standards frameworks.

Qualifications and experience

• Extensive experience of working in a senior governance or democratic services role within local government or a similar public body.
• Proven track record of managing democratic processes and advising on constitutional and procedural issues.
• In-depth knowledge of local government law, decision-making processes, ethical standards, and statutory responsibilities.
• Experience of working with elected Members and senior officers in a politically sensitive environment.
• Experience of investigating code of conduct complaints and supporting standards functions.

What we offer

We offer a range of flexible working options to support good work-life balance, plus an extensive wellbeing offer and other benefits including staff discounts and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Compliance and duties

Under Part 1 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Consultation Act 2009, this post has been categorised as a sensitive post and is designated as politically restricted (duties related). The law aims to ensure the political impartiality of local government staff who hold posts involving duties of a politically sensitive nature.

The post holder will be required to undertake evening meetings on a regular basis to attend, support, and advise, as well as occasional weekend commitments.

How to apply

To apply, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences. For any questions regarding this post, please contact the Council at:

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Equal opportunities and safeguarding

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Dates

Closing Date: 9th November 2025

Interview Date: 17th/18th November 2025

Apply

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