Job Description

Would you like to be an important part of someone's special day?
Being part of a special moment in when couples say 'I do' both rewarding and a privilege. No two ceremonies are ever the same which will ensure a varied and exciting working environment. We are looking to recruit a passionate and customer focussed ceremony officer to support us in delivering ceremonies to our couples that are unique and memorable.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Ceremony Officer to join Southampton City Council (SCC) on an annualised hours basis, in our Resident Services Team!
About the role:
As a ceremony officer, you will register and deliver marriage and civil partnership ceremonies at the Register Office and at licensed venues across the City. You may also provide non-statutory ceremonies including Renewal of Vows and Naming Ceremonies, along with officiating at British Citizenship ceremonies.
You will be required to work 4 weekdays and 1 Saturday or Sunday per month. Working hours will vary, with just a few hours on some days, whilst others may require a full day's work. We provide ceremonies seven days a week with the majority taking place across Fridays and Saturdays. Work is rostered up to 6 weeks in advance but can be subject to change at short notice. April to the end of October are our busiest periods and the working hours will be heavier during this time.
During the first 2 months, hours will be concentrated to ensure consistent training can be undertaken.
About you:
We are seeking an individual who possess the following:

• A good level of education including Math's and English, GCSE or equivalent
• Strong IT skills and experience using a range of platforms and applications.
• Essential skills to be able to understand a variety of situations which require tact and diplomacy when dealing with the public.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ideally with some public speaking experience.
• A professional approach to communication and presentation is essential.
• A flexible approach to working arrangements, patterns and office base.
• The ability to work within a legal framework with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work within tight timeframes

If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you.
What we can offer you:
Full training will be provided, most of which will be conducted on site, face to face. You will be buddied up with an experienced ceremony officer throughout the training period and will also have a team of friendly colleagues to help and support you. There will be regular assessments and 1-1's to provide you with feedback throughout your training. A technical assessment will be done at the end of the probationary period.
Salary: The salary band for this role is 28,792 to 31,022 pro rata per annum. The starting salary is 28,792 pro rata, per annum, with annual progression through the salary bands.
Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below.

• Excellent

with 16.8% employer contribution * Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)

• Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and service
• Flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
• Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
• Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
• Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
• Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
• Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
• Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit:
Additional Information:

• This post is designed to fit around the demand for ceremonies. Applicants will need to be flexible and committed to working Fridays and Saturdays.
• We are recruiting for one x 300 hours per annum contract. The hours will be split over 12 months. During our busy periods you will be expected to work a higher proportion of the contracted hours as opposed to during the quieter periods. (Currently April to October is our busiest period)
• Current pay rate is 14.92 per hour.
• Working weekends will be paid at a weekend enhanced rate, in line with our pay and allowances framework

Contact details for informal discussion:
For further information and details regarding the position please email and mark your email ' Ceremony Recruitment'
Recruitment contact details:
Email:
Tel: 023 8083 4033
For more information about SCC please visit
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Organisation
Southampton City Council
Service Area
Customer, Leisure & Regulatory Services
Job Location
Register Office
Contract Length
Permanent
Work Hours
Part time 300 annualised hours- Monday to Sunday throughout the year
Salary
28,792 to 31,022 per annum pro rata
Closing Date
11/01/2026
Job Reference
16180
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