Chief Officer and Town Clerk

Job Location	Caldicot
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£45,441 - £49,498 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

Chief Officer and Town Clerk Job Type: Full Time. 37 hours per week.Location: CaldicotSalary: £45,441 - £49,498 per annum.Caldicot Town Council takes pride in serving the people of our town, fostering community development, and providing essential facilities for our residents. As we continue our commitment to community well-being, we are pleased to announce an opportunityfor a dedicated professional to join the Council as Chief Officer and Town Clerk.The RoleAnswerable to the Council as a whole, the role will require you to act as the principal governance and financial officer of the Council, enabling it to fulfil its statutory obligations. You will play a key role in advising on, and supporting the formulationof policies, and ensuring the effective implementation of the Council’s decisions.Skills &Qualifications

Demonstrate a dynamic skill set,
Demonstrate the ability to think and act strategically.
Experience of administrative management in a complex and challenging environment.
An understanding of local government law and procedure is essential.
It is expected that you will have or will work towards an appropriate professional qualification (Certificate in Local Council Administration or equivalent).
A commitment to pursue continuous professional development is also expected.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
A good level of numeracy is also required to ensure delivery of the Financial Governance and Accountability standards for Local Councils.
Proficient ‘Office’ IT skills are also essential.

You will also have line management responsibility for the Council’s 3 staff.The successful applicant will be required to work from the Council’s town centre office a minimum of four days a week. Additionally, you will need to attend regular evening meetings and occasional weekends when required. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable,but not essential.To ApplyIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.

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