Towcester Town Council seeks new Town Clerk

Posted 1 hour ago in Towcester Town Council

Towcester Town Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Town Clerk to act as the Council’s Head of Paid Service and Proper Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the efficient administration of Council business and provide professional, impartial advice to Members.
• Lead the organisation with strong strategic direction, fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Oversee daily operations, finances, staffing, assets, and compliance with all legislation.
• Prepare agendas, support Council and committee meetings, and ensure decisions are implemented effectively.
• Manage risk, health & safety, data protection, and organisational policies.
• Lead communications, community engagement, and key projects aligned with Council priorities.
• Act as the Council’s principal representative and main point of contact.
• ideally CiLCA qualified

Salary:                  SCP46-SCP44 (£58,523k to £72,307k) dependant on skills and experience.

Annual leave:       28 days holiday plus public/bank holidays

Pension:               Local Government Pension Scheme 

Hours:                   37 per week with evening meetings and weekend work, as required.

Location:              Towcester (Relocation package may be available for right candidate)

If you like the sound of this challenge, have experience in working for local government or similar community focussed organisation, we would like to hear from you. For more information and to download the Application Pack, visit our Job Vacancies webpage.

Deadline for applications is Sunday 15th March 2026.