Interim Democratic Services

Join the team at the Cheshire & Warrington Combined Authority (CWCA)

Be part of something transformative and a new era for Cheshire & Warrington

Organisation

External

Partner Organisation

Cheshire & Warrington Combined Authority

Location

External Organisation - refer to advert text

Job Category

Administration

Grade

Please refer to advert text

Salary Min

Competitive - negotiable

Salary Max

Competitive - negotiable

Employment Type

Fixed Term

Closing Date

07/12/2025

Ref No

W4287

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A new era is beginning in Cheshire and Warrington. The establishment of the Cheshire & Warrington Combined Authority marks a pivotal moment in our region's journey toward greater autonomy, collaboration, and prosperity.

Once established – potentially as early as February 2026 – the new Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority (CWCA) will have greater control over key areas such as transport, housing, skills, and economic growth.

The CWCA Shadow Board are now recruiting several interim statutory and key roles that together will help set up and shape the new authority during its formative year.

This is your opportunity to help realise the benefits of devolution—bringing decision-making closer to communities, unlocking investment, and driving inclusive growth across our region.

We are seeking an experienced Democratic Services and Scrutiny Manager to lead and develop our democratic services and scrutiny function. Reporting to the Director of Law, Governance and Compliance, you will ensure decision-making processes are transparent, compliant, and effective, while fulfilling the statutory role of Scrutiny Officer under the Local Government Act 2000.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for democratic services and scrutiny.
• Manage decision-making pathways and statutory obligations.
• Support and develop the Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
• Oversee formal meetings, governance processes, and committee technology.
• Ensure compliance with FOI and complaints procedures.

About You:

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of local government governance and political frameworks.
• Proven leadership in democratic or scrutiny services.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and political awareness.
• Skilled in committee management systems (e.g., ) and digital tools.

Due to the statutory framework surrounding this role, we are unable to accept any applications from colleagues who are currently employed by any of the constituent Councils - Cheshire East Council, Cheshire West & Chester Council or Warrington Council.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sandra Rothwell (Programme Director) or Laura Edwards (Senior Transformation Manager)

Interviews will take place in January/February