- Town clerk and responsible financial officer
Location Norfolk
Vacancy for a town clerk and responsible financial officerto serve as its proper officer and lead its financial administration.
Attleborough Town Council is seeking an experienced, resilient and politically astute town clerk and responsible financial officerto serve as its proper officer and lead its financial administration.
The postholder will be the council’s principal professional adviser and will lead its legal, administrative, governance, financial and operational responsibilities. The postholder will work closely with elected members, lead and develop the staff team, strengthen systems and support organisational improvement and change.
Key responsibilities
Advising the council and its committees on lawful, transparent and effective decision-making.
Leading the staff team and ensuring clear accountability, effective performance management and a positive organisational culture.
Overseeing the council’s services, buildings, open spaces, recreation facilities, Burials, Allotments, contracts and community activities.
Developing corporate plans, policies, risk management and business continuity arrangements.
Leading procurement, project delivery, partnership working and the management of existing and future assets.
Managing the council’s finances as responsible financial officer, including budgets, accounting records, financial reporting, internal controls and audit arrangements.
This is a combined town clerk and responsible financial officer post. The postholder will undertake both functions, with administrative support as allocated by the council and appropriate independent financial checks.
Applicants must demonstrate substantial senior management experience and a sound understanding of local government law, governance and procedure.
A sector-specific qualification prescribed for the General Power of Competence, such as CiLCA, is essential or must be obtained within a council-approved timescale.
Closing date is 30th November 2026 at 5pm. Attleborough Town Council may close the recruitment process early if a suitable appointment is made. Any such decision will be publicised through the council’s official channels.
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