Executive Officer in Wychbold)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Wychbold; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable local council is seeking an Executive Officer to lead and support administrative tasks while engaging with the community. This part-time position (25 hours per week) offers remote working with travel required for meetings. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and confidence in managing complex information and budgets. Experience in local government is advantageous, along with a willingness to work towards relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in local government or Clerk experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work towards the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Council in various administrative tasks.
• Oversee finances and manage budgets.
• Engage with the community as the first point of contact.
• Ensure compliance and governance in local administration.
• Coordinate community projects and local development initiatives.

Skills

Strong leadership and organisational skills

Confidence working with complex information

Sound judgement in resource management

Strong interpersonal skills

Diplomatic and principled approach

Job description

Overview

Executive Officer

Location: Remote working (Travel required to attend meetings within Wychbold)

Plus generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Vacancy Type: Permanent, (Part time - 25 hours per week)

Closing Date: 29th October 2025

The Role

As Executive Officer you will:

• Lead and support the Council - preparing agendas, recording minutes, advising councillors and, and ensuring decisions are implemented.
• 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.