Parish Clerk & Financial Officer — Community Leader

Burton-On-The-Water Parish Council; Bourton-on-the-Water; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Bourton-on-the-Water Parish Council invites applications for an Executive Officer (Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer) to lead the organisation from its Gloucestershire base. The role requires guiding governance, assets and services, while working with elected members, staff, residents and partners to plan for the community's future.

The successful candidate will act as the council’s principal adviser, support decision making, oversee projects and lead a small team.

Qualifications

• Local government experience welcomed but not required.
• Ability to lead and advise across governance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with councillors, staff and partners.
• Provide sound advice and leadership to support decision making.
• Manage resources responsibly and transparently.
• Navigate complex issues with professionalism and tact.
• Turn priorities into practical outcomes and deliver on commitments.

Job description

Bourton-on-the-Water Parish Council invites applications for an Executive Officer (Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer) to lead the organisation from its Gloucestershire base. The role requires guiding governance, assets and services, while working with elected members, staff, residents and partners to plan for the community's future.

The successful candidate will act as the council’s principal adviser, support decision making, oversee projects and lead a small team.