Local Government Jobs

The Governance Support Team at Lewisham provides valuable administrative, policy and research support to the Council’s elected members and is also responsible for the servicing of meetings of the Mayor and Cabinet and other committees, in particular the Licensing committee and its sub-committees.

The Council is one of a small group of authorities with a directly elected Mayor, demonstrating the borough’s reputation for innovation.

The Business and Committee team, within Governance Support, is looking for a highly competent individual to join the team for a 6 month period to cover current post holders secondment. The individual will assist the Head of Business and Committee in the planning and servicing of the Mayor and Cabinet as well as other associated member level bodies.

The role will involve the servicing of meetings both formal and informal, prompt and effective preparation and despatch of agenda and minutes; preparation of reports, and undertaking other duties from time to time which may involve working across all sections of Governance support. Knowledge of the Local Government Act 2000, as well as drive, enthusiasm and keen judgement are all important to this role as is your ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure. Experience in a similar role would be an advantage.

For more information please contact Kevin Flaherty, Head of Business & Committee on:
0208-314-9327.

In return, we’ll offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a final salary pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.

To find out more, including a full job description and person specification, and to apply, please visit www.lewisham.gov.uk and search council vacancies under reference number CSD1209 and scroll down to the link to apply on line.

Interview Date: Monday, 20th July 2009