Clerk to the Board

HIJOBS; Scrabster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional trust board is inviting expressions of interest for the role of Clerk to the Board, supporting strong governance and effective operation. The successful applicant will attend approximately 12 meetings annually, prepare minutes, and offer guidance on governance matters. This three-year professional services agreement will be based on the proposed approach and fee structure. Interested candidates should submit a proposal by 12 noon on 12 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Suitably qualified individuals or firms with experience in governance and board support.
• Ability to prepare accurate minutes and maintain statutory records.

Responsibilities

• Attend approximately 12 meetings per year.
• Prepare accurate minutes and maintain statutory records.
• Offer guidance on governance and regulatory procedures.
• Provide additional support to Board committees.

Job description

Overview

Scrabster Harbour Trust is inviting expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals or firms to provide Clerk to the Board services on a professional services basis. The Clerk plays a key role in supporting strong governance and ensuring the effective operation of the Board. As an independent trust port, Scrabster Harbour Trust serves the regional and local interests of Caithness, reinvesting all operating surpluses back into improving this strategically important maritime asset.

Responsibilities

• Attend approximately 12 meetings per year in Scrabster or Thurso.
• Prepare accurate minutes and maintain statutory records.
• Offer guidance to the Chair and Trustees on governance and regulatory procedures.
• Provide additional support to Board committees and the Trust Manager as required.

Contract and Fees

A three-year professional services agreement is anticipated, with fees agreed based on the proposed approach and scope.

How to Apply

Further details for this vacancy can be found on the Trust’s website: https://www.scrabster.co.uk/about-us/current-vacancies/

To express interest, please submit a short proposal outlining relevant experience, service delivery approach, and fee structure by 12 noon on 12 January 2026 to: