Jobs in Newport, United States

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

Salary: SCP: 33 - 36 (£44,075 - £47,181 per annum pro rata) Plus generous Local Government Pension Scheme

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

Closing Date: 29 October 2025

Are you a strategic thinker with a strong leadership presence? Can you inspire, communicate clearly, and drive meaningful change in a public service environment?

The Parish Council is seeking an experienced and proactive Executive Officer (Parish Clerk) to lead its operations and strategic initiatives. This pivotal role offers a rewarding challenge – ensuring the Council functions effectively, meets statutory obligations, and delivers exceptional services to the community.

As Executive Officer you will:

• Lead and support the Council – preparing agendas, recording minutes, advising councillors, and ensuring decisions are implemented.
• Shape strategy – supporting councillors to develop and deliver the new Strategic Plan for 2025-2030.
• 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.

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).

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please do not hesitate to apply.