Parish Clerk & Finance Lead — Strategy & Compliance

National Association of Local Councils; Blaby; Remote; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Glen Parva Parish Council is seeking a skilled Parish Clerk who will also act as the Proper Officer and Responsible Financial Officer. You will guide governance and ensure professional, compliant service delivery for the parish.

The role requires leadership of a small team, strong financial stewardship, and the ability to advise on strategy, with a salary up to £48,738 under NJC SCP 33-36.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of council requirements and services.
• IT and financial management skills.
• Experience managing a small workforce.
• Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as proper officer and responsible financial officer of Glen Parva Parish Council.
• Manage the council's affairs to high standards of statutory compliance and professional excellence.
• Provide strategic advice and drive accountability and service delivery.

Skills

IT skills

Financial management

Knowledge of council services

Workforce management

Education

CILCA (Certificate in Local Council Administration)

Job description

Glen Parva Parish Council is seeking a skilled Parish Clerk who will also act as the Proper Officer and Responsible Financial Officer. You will guide governance and ensure professional, compliant service delivery for the parish.

The role requires leadership of a small team, strong financial stewardship, and the ability to advise on strategy, with a salary up to £48,738 under NJC SCP 33-36.