Posted by: The Electoral Commission
Employed By: The Electoral Commission
Job Title: Regulatory Case Worker
Salary: £31,549 to £33,126 per annum
Contract: Full-time
Location: Cardiff, Belfast or Edinburgh (hybrid) or Remote (UK)
Application Deadline: Monday 9th November 2026.
About the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission is the UK’s independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process.
As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This post plays a central role in that journey.
About the role
We are looking for a Regulatory Case Worker to support the effective triage, assessment and progression of information relating to potential breaches of the Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act (PPERA). This is a key role within our regulatory framework, ensuring cases are assessed promptly, consistently and evidenced to a high standard.
In this role, you will:
Triage and analyse information relating to matters of regulatory concern
Evaluate evidence and apply PPERA legislation to identify potential breaches
Manage a varied caseload with strong record‑keeping and timely progression
Prepare clear and concise written assessments, internal reports and referrals
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including political entities, complainants and legal colleagues
Present cases and respond to detailed questions from the Regulatory Action Panel
Contribute to proactive, project-based regulatory work
This post offers exposure to complex regulatory issues, the opportunity to deepen your understanding of political finance, and the chance to directly influence fair and evidence based regulatory decisions.
About the team:
You will join the Regulatory Action Panel (RAP) team, a collaborative and fast‑paced part of the Regulation directorate. The team works closely with monitoring, enforcement, registrations and compliance colleagues to ensure high‑quality, consistent and transparent decision‑making. The culture is supportive, analytical and mission driven, perfect for someone who enjoys meaningful work with tangible public impact
Who we’re looking for:
This role would suit someone with experience in regulatory casework, complaints handling, investigations or paralegal work, particularly those comfortable interpreting legislation or regulatory frameworks. You’ll thrive if you enjoy distilling complex information, working at pace and applying sound judgement.
We’re looking for someone with:
Experience assessing information for compliance, breaches or statutory irregularities
Strong analytical skills and ability to make risk-based recommendations
Excellent written communication and the ability to summarise complex issues clearly
Confident stakeholder communication
Highly organised case management and accurate record‑keeping
A legal qualification is welcome but not essential. We are not seeking qualified lawyers.
Why work for us?
You’ll gain exposure to political finance regulation, decision-making processes and cross-directorate working, with strong opportunities for development and career progression within regulatory and analytical roles.
We offer a strong total reward package, including:
Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum)
28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution)
Study support for professional qualifications
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
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