Job Description

Committee Officer | 8625 | Permanent Contract | 37 hours per week | 30,559 to 32,654 per annum (Scale G), 27,711 to 30,060 per annum (Scale F - Trainee) | County Hall, Norwich

About the Role

Are you passionate about local democracy and ready to make a real impact? We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic

Committee Officer

to join our team.



In this pivotal role, you'll be at the heart of the Council's decision-making processes -- working closely with senior officers, Councillors, and members of the public. You'll play a key part in supporting how decisions are made and communicated, ensuring transparency and accountability every step of the way.



We're proud to deliver a modern, efficient, and forward-thinking governance service. As a Committee Officer, you'll:


Prepare and publish agendas, reports, and minutes with precision and clarity. Provide expert constitutional and procedural advice. Ensure timely, accurate information reaches the right people. Stay ahead of legislative changes and embrace new and evolving methods of democratic engagement.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are excited by the opportunity to support democratic processes that make a difference to communities, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

To be considered for the higher Grade G position, you will need to have experience of committees/meetings administration, including: the production and publication of agendas, attendance at meetings, the preparation of minutes and giving procedural advice to ensure compliance with good governance. This would be particularly suitable for someone with Local Government/Public Sector experience looking to develop their career.



However, consideration will be given to candidates for a trainee position on the lower Grade F, for which training will be given. Appointments to a trainee post will usually be at the bottom of the scale, with progression subject to satisfactory performance, and further advancement to the higher grade subject to demonstration of the required competencies.

Location

This role will require you to work from County Hall on a regular basis, to prepare for and attend committee meetings in person. You will be able to forward plan according to the committees assigned to you, but occasionally you may be asked to cover at short notice for a colleague.

Your application

Please ensure you include a statement in your application to demonstrate why you feel you meet the person specification and job description for this post. CVs submitted without a supporting statement about this post will not be accepted.

Further Information

For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact:


Jo Martin, Democratic Support and Scrutiny Manager, on jo.martin@norfolk.gov.uk or 01603 223814 Karen Haywood, Democratic Services Manager, on karen.haywood@norfolk.gov.uk or 01603 228913

These are some benefits you can enjoy by working for Norfolk County Council:


Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working - dependent on your job role and business need. Financial benefits such as: + ' Norfolk Rewards' our employee discounts programme which helps you save money on almost anything, from everyday groceries and clothes, to holidays, new technology, gym membership, trips to the cinema and days out.
+ A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
+ Relocation expenses (where applicable)
+ An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
+ Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants' pensions
+ Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
+ Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel enabling you to lease a brand new, ultra-low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)
A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job
+

We want our people to be inspired and motivated to work well together, make the most of our workspaces, enjoy a healthy work-life balance, and deliver excellent services to Norfolk and its people. Flexibility is built into the way we work, with hybrid working a key feature for many roles. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity.

Before you apply,

we recommend reading the full

Job description and person specifications below

to help you demonstrate how you meet the criteria. You can also find information on our

Terms and Conditions

here.

Committee Officer Scale G

Committee Officer Scale F

Already a Norfolk County Council employee? See and apply for all internal and external vacancies via myOracle using your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

Redeployment closing date: 28 July 2025 23:59

All other applicants closing date: 10 August 2025 23:59

We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate.


We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county.




We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation.




We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.