Electoral Services & Elections Officer, LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH

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Overview

Objective of role: We are looking for an individual to join the Electoral Services team in Wandsworth to deliver high quality and effective electoral registration and election administration in a high performing team. This role is part of the Better Service Partnership between Richmond and Wandsworth Councils with the aim of delivering the highest quality service at the lowest attainable cost. Electoral Services at Richmond and Wandsworth Councils operate as two separate services but work closely within the Assistant Chief Executive’s division.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and administrative support to the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) in the preparation, compilation and maintenance of a complete and accurate Register of Electors.
• Provide assistance and administrative support to the Returning Officer (RO) in the organisation, management and conduct of all elections and referendums in the Borough.
• Play an integral role in ensuring the Service meets The Electoral Commission’s Performance Standards for EROs and ROs.
• Deal with the public on a daily basis in a way that promotes the section and its services in accordance with the Council’s corporate policies.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Good working knowledge of electoral law and electoral procedures
• Experience of working in electoral administration or an elections environment
• Experience of organising, prioritising and managing own work load
• Ability to work accurately under pressure to meet statutory deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A team player working with a variety of internal and external clients

Job details

• Salary: £35,391 - £45,564
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full Time
• Location: Wandsworth Town Hall / Work from home (some office attendance required each week)

Closing Date: 21 September 2025; Shortlisting Date: 28 September 2025; Interview Date: Week commencing 29 September 2025.

For an informal conversation please contact Andrew Smith, Head of Electoral Services and Elections, via andrew.smith@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are Disability Confident and welcome reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. We may close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications is received. We are an inclusive employer promoting equality and diversity in our workforce.

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop and reward our employees, including 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.