Location
London Borough of Lambeth

Hours
Full Time, Permanent

Salary
£44,937 rising in annual increments to £47,925 including London Weighting

About the Role
Do you want to build your knowledge, experience and skills in a dynamic and people-focused London electoral services team? Lambeth Council is seeking two highly motivated Senior Electoral Services Officers to lead strategic and operational electoral registration activities and the conduct of elections.

As a senior driving force within the team, you will apply excellent analytical, operational and critical thinking skills to meet a range of daily challenges including year-round electoral registration, the conduct of elections and referenda, and continuous service improvement.

You will play a key role in delivering the annual electoral canvass for approximately 155,000 residential properties, the renewal exercise for 3,000 British overseas voters, and preparations for the Representation of People Bill including votes at 16 and changes to candidate rules at elections. You will also contribute to the completion of the integrated electoral data project, build on outreach and engagement successes to encourage greater democratic participation, and assist in planning for the 2028 Mayor of London and London Assembly elections.

This role requires flexibility, particularly during election periods when significant evening and weekend working is necessary. The post is politically restricted.

Experience
Proven track record in electoral registration and elections or suitable transferrable skills and experience.

About you
Thorough and proactive with excellent communication and organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to deliver complex and demanding tasks to strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated collaborative teamwork skills.
- Proficient in using information technology and data to drive innovation and improve service delivery.
- Understanding and application of best practice with a high level of quality assurance in service delivery and customer care.
- Adaptability and resilience when working under pressure at peak times.
- Willingness and ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends during election periods.

Qualifications
Currently hold or be willing to work towards gaining the AEA Certificate in Electoral Administration.