Senior Town Clerk & Finance Leader

Local Government Chronicle; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Attleborough Town Council is seeking an experienced town clerk and responsible financial officer to lead its financial administration and act as the proper officer for the council.

The role combines senior management responsibilities with financial leadership, requiring governance expertise, sector qualification such as CiLCA, and strong strategic oversight within a local government context.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior management experience.
• Sound understanding of local government law, governance and procedure.
• CiLCA or sector qualification is essential or to be obtained within a council-approved timescale.

Responsibilities

• Advising the council and committees on lawful, transparent decision-making.
• Leading staff with clear accountability and a positive organisational culture.
• Overseeing services, buildings, open spaces, burials, allotments, contracts and community activities.
• Developing corporate plans, policies, risk management and business continuity.
• Leading procurement, project delivery and asset management.
• Managing finances as RFO, including budgets, accounting, controls and audit.

Skills

Senior management

Local government law

Governance

Financial management

Education

CiLCA qualification

Job description

Attleborough Town Council is seeking an experienced town clerk and responsible financial officer to lead its financial administration and act as the proper officer for the council.

The role combines senior management responsibilities with financial leadership, requiring governance expertise, sector qualification such as CiLCA, and strong strategic oversight within a local government context.