Executive Officer Opportunity – lead, advise, inspire!
Clerk to Llanelli Rural Council
Are you ready to take the helm of one of Carmarthenshire’s most active and community-focused councils and one of the largest community councils in Wales?
Llanelli Rural Council is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking ‘Clerk to the Council’ to lead its administrative and civic operations. This is not just a job, it’s a chance to shape the future of local governance, drive community initiatives, and be the trusted advisor to elected members.
Location: Vauxhall Buildings, Llanelli
Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon–Fri)
Grade: LC4 SCP 50–54 (salary range £64,373 to £72,307)
Closing Date: 31 January 2026
What you’ll be doing:
* Acting as the Proper Officer, ensuring the council meets all legal and statutory obligations.
* Advising councillors on policy, governance, and procedures - your expertise will guide key decisions.
* Managing a talented team including the Deputy Clerk (Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)) and Governance & Projects Manager including a supporting team of 45 other members of staff spread across the council’s Administration and Training Departments and its grounds maintenance personnel.
* Overseeing council services, buildings, land, and resources with strategic vision including overseeing the council’s £3.8 million annual budget turnover in conjunction with the Deputy Clerk (RFO).
* Leading the review and development of the council’s Strategic Plan, Whole Place Plan, and annual service plans including as an immediate priority, initiating council preparations for the local government elections in May 2027.
* Advising on cemetery law and related services in the running of Llanelli District Cemetery in your capacity as Secretary to Llanelli Joint Burial Advisory Committee.
What we are looking for:
* A confident leader with strong organisational, communication and negotiating skills.
* Someone who thrives on responsibility and can juggle complex priorities.
* A strategic thinker with a passion for public service and community development.
* Ideally, you’ll hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) or be willing to obtain it or hold other relevant higher-level sector based qualifications.
Why join us:
* Be part of a council that’s deeply rooted in its community and committed to innovation.
* Work in a supportive environment where your ideas and leadership will make a real impact; the council is an Investor in People organisation.
* Enjoy a varied role that blends law, governance, strategy, community development, people management, and civic engagement.
Ready to apply:
If you’re excited by the opportunity to lead and shape local government in Llanelli, we want to hear from you.
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