Member Development Officer

This role sits at the heart of Member Services and the corporate core at Sandwell Council, supporting the Council’s ambition to become truly outstanding.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Member Development Officer who can provide trusted, high-quality support to elected Members, including the Leader, Cabinet, opposition Members, Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Working in a fast‑paced and politically sensitive environment, you will play a central role in ensuring Members are confident, capable and well supported in delivering their responsibilities.

In this role you will:

• Provide high-level, confidential support to Members, ensuring the effective functioning of the Council’s corporate core
• Lead the design and delivery of Member induction and ongoing development programmes
• Ensure effective coordination and support across Member Services, including civic and mayoral functions
• Support wider service delivery, including workforce development, training and business planning
• Contribute to budget monitoring, performance management and continuous service improvement

Attributes you would bring to the role:

• An excellent communicator with strong organisational and coordination skills
• Experience of working in a political or Member-focused environment
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• A high level of professionalism, discretion and confidence in handling sensitive information
• A strong commitment to delivering high-quality services and driving continuous improvement

Why Sandwell Council?

At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.

Benefits that our employees enjoy:

• Competitive market salary and 31 Days Annual leave (Excluding bank holidays)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Hybrid Working and Flexible working options
• Fantastic training and development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive and ambitious working environment

We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.

If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at EDI_Team@sandwell.gov.uk.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact trisha_newton@sandwell.gov.uk.

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