Peterborough City Council
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Independent Person
Independent Member Conduct Adviser (Permanent)
Salary Range: £1,000 annually (total package) Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Legal & Governance Pay Grade: Within Council Constitution (referenced in constitution agreements) Weekly Hours: 2
About the Role
As an Independent Person, you will provide critical independent and impartial advice to the Council on complaints against Councillors, ensuring compliance with the Members' Code of Conduct. This is a key role in upholding governance standards and ethical behaviour within local council operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Consult on and provide independent views regarding complaints under the Members' Code of Conduct
- Share forward advice before formal decisions are made on complaints
- Offer VIP (very informal but vital) guidance to both the Council leadership and Councillors on ethical or governance-related concerns
- Contribute to raising awareness on Best Practice in governance within Peterborough
What We Are Looking For
We seek individuals with:
- Absolute neutrality—no personal connections, affiliations, or conflicts of interest with Peterborough City Council or its members
- Strong ethical judgement and unquestionable integrity
- A passion for governance, ethics, or democratic accountability
- Analytical skills to assess information critically and then deliver clear, justified recommendations in writing
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What We Offer
- Annual allowance of £1,000 (full day rate as agreed with the Council)
- Flexible commitment with a time constraint of 2hours per week
- A fulfilling role that supports good governance and public accountability in Peterborough
- An opportunity to play a direct role in upholding local democratic standards
Eligibility
Applicants must not have any of the following associations:
- A Councillor on Peterborough City Council or another council
- A council officer or senior leadership role in local government
- An immediate family member or
- Any personal/financial/business connection (direct or indirect) to the Council
How to Apply
Please submit:
- A current CV
- A supporting statement (no more than 500 words) detailing why you feel suited to this role and how your skills align to ethical governance and independent advice
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For further information, contact:
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Gavin Milnthorpe Director of Legal & Governance + S106 Monitoring Officer
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Rachel Edwards Head of Constitutional Services
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Kenny Uzodike Democratic Services Manager
Closing Date: Wednesday 12 August 2026 Interview Date: Thursday 3 September 2026
Our Commitments
We are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to:
- Fostering diversity and building an inclusive culture
- Encouraging and valuing applications from underrepresented groups, including:
- Disabled people
- Care leavers
- Ethnic minorities
If you require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. application format, interview arrangements) due to a disability, please email: pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk.
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