Scrutiny Officer PO4

Waltham Forest’s Scrutiny Function has ambition – and is a place where you can realise yours.

If you are dedicated and creative with experience in scrutiny or governance, looking to make your mark, develop your career and improve the lives of residents, our forward-thinking Scrutiny Function should be your next career destination.

Join us and share your experiences working with members, senior officers and the Executive to achieve great outcomes for our residents. We are a supportive, challenging and inspirational team, striving towards the shared purpose of achieving high quality governance and accountability for the Council’s priorities.

In return for your hard work, we will give you the time, flexibility and active support you need to make a difference.

The Scrutiny Officer leads our scrutiny team within Democratic Services and works closely with the head of service, politicians and senior officers. Often acting as a liaison between members, residents, partner organisations, the Executive and senior officers; the role requires both the ability to analyse large amounts of information and the integrity and judgement needed to command the respect and confidence of those stakeholders.

Working with stakeholders, the post-holder will develop practical and specific scoping documents to support effective scrutiny reviews. You will bring together expert witnesses, service users and robust evidence to deliver sound, clear reports and recommendations leading to real improvements for residents.

The role involves evening meetings and is offered as a permanent contract. Flexible working is available, encouraged, and supported at Waltham Forest.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact ian.buckle@walthamforest.gov.uk

Interviews are scheduled to take place in the week commencing 18 July.