Executive Officer
Location: Remote working (Travel required to attend meetings within Wychbold)
Salary: SCP: 33 - 36 (£44,075 - £47,181per annum pro rata) Plus generous Local Government Pension Scheme
Vacancy Type: Permanent, (Part time – 25 hours per week)
Closing Date: 29th October 2025
Are you a strategic thinker with a strong leadership presence? Can you inspire, communicate clearly, and drive meaningful change in a public service environment?
The Parish Council is seeking an experienced and proactive Executive Officer (Parish Clerk) to lead its operations and strategic initiatives. This pivotal role offers a rewarding challenge – ensuring the Council functions effectively, meets statutory obligations, and delivers exceptional services to the community.
The Role
As Executive Officer you will:
* Lead and support the Council – preparing agendas, recording minutes, advising councillors and, and ensuring decisions are implemented.
* Shape strategy – supporting councillors to develop and deliver the new Strategic Plan for 2025-2030.
* Oversee finances – managing budgets, precepts, financial records and ensuring strong controls.
* Engage the community – being the first point of contact for residents, partners and stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance & governance – acting as Proper Officer and Responsible Finance officer, upholding statutory duties.
* Deliver projects – coordinating initiatives such as community facilities, parks and local development projects.
Skills and Qualifications
You'll need:
* Strong leadership and organisational skills.
* Confidence working with complex information, budgets and legal frameworks.
* Sound judgement in resource management and value for money, with practical experience of contracts and funding.
* Strong interpersonal skills to engage constructively with diverse views and build consensus around community priorities.
* A diplomatic and principled approach, that encourages respectful dialogue and supports the Council's Civility and Respect Pledge.
As local government structures evolve, you'll bring a flexible mindset to shape systems and approaches for future challenges. Local government or Clerk experience is an advantage, but they welcome candidates with transferable skills and a willingness to work towards the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) (with training support provided).
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please do not hesitate to apply.
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