We are recruiting for an Interim Head of Democratic Services to lead and stabilise a key function within a local authority setting. This role requires someone who can step in immediately, take ownership of live projects and provide leadership during a critical period, including supporting upcoming Budget and Full Council meetings. Salary - £625 Per Day Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage Democratic Services, ensuring high-quality committee, member and scrutiny functions aligned to council priorities.Provide expert constitutional and governance advice to councillors, senior leaders and officers, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.Oversee democratic decision-making processes, ensuring effective planning, transparency and accountability.Act as the statutory Scrutiny Officer, developing and embedding an effective scrutiny function and ensuring robust challenge and oversight.Lead Member Services, including support to Cabinet, political groups, civic functions and member development programmes.Manage and lead a team of up to 15 staff, overseeing service delivery, performance, and continuous improvement.Manage a service budget of approximately £1m, ensuring effective use of resources.Drive service improvement, including organisational change, digital development and process efficiencies.Skills and ExperienceExperience leading Democratic Services or a similar governance function within a local authority.Strong knowledge of local government governance, co