Public Sector Town Leader & Chief Officer

TipTopJob; Highweek; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Support for professional development

Job summary

Newton Abbot Town Council is seeking a high-impact leader to serve as Proper Officer and strategic lead for the town. You will lead a dedicated officer team, support 18 councillors, and steer an organisation that delivers services, manages assets, runs cultural programmes and plays a visible role in civic life.

You will work across public spaces, heritage, events and relationships with Teignbridge, Devon and the voluntary sector, building organisational capacity, strengthening systems and

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience with governance and financial oversight of a significant budget.
• Ability to steward public funds responsibly while building organisational capacity for an ambitious council.

Responsibilities

• Lead a committed officer team and support 18 councillors.
• Steer an organisation that delivers services, manages assets, runs cultural programmes and supports events.
• Play a visible role in civic life and influence the town's direction in partnership with stakeholders.
• Navigate political environments and build trust with partners, staff and residents.

Job description

Newton Abbot Town Council is seeking a high-impact leader to serve as Proper Officer and strategic lead for the town. You will lead a dedicated officer team, support 18 councillors, and steer an organisation that delivers services, manages assets, runs cultural programmes and plays a visible role in civic life.

You will work across public spaces, heritage, events and relationships with Teignbridge, Devon and the voluntary sector, building organisational capacity, strengthening systems and