Clerk of the House

Clerk of the House of Commons The Role This role of Clerk of the House of Commons is an exciting and unique opportunity to contribute to the work of the UK Parliament at the highest level. The Clerk of the House of Commons is an official member of the House of Commons Commission and chairs the Commons Executive Board. The postholder is appointed by the Crown as the chief adviser to the House on matters of parliamentary procedure, privilege and broader constitutional issues. As Head of the House of Commons Administration of around 4,000 staff, the Clerk provides strategic leadership and is ultimately responsible for the services provided to meet the strategic objectives of the administration of the House, through line management of and delegation to the Director General of the House of Commons. The Clerk also chairs the House Administration''s Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group and must be able to demonstrate a strong personal commitment to those issues. Why join us? In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive package of benefits, including: Generous annual leave starting at 30 days, increasing to 35 days after one year. Membership of the Civil Service pension scheme, with an average employer contribution of around 27%. Flexible and hybrid working options, where role requirements allow, to help you balance professional and personal commitments. Enhanced family friendly policies, including parental and caring leave. What we are looking for This post requires ..... full job details .....