Town Clerk (Chief Officer)

New Today

Role

Town Clerk (Chief Officer)

Location

Frome

Salary

SCP 50-54: £64,373 - £72,307 (per annum)

Employment

Full‑time, 37 hours per week Monday to Friday – including occasional evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays as required

Overview

Frome is known nationally for doing things differently – bold, creative and proudly community-led. They are seeking a strategic, values‑driven Chief Officer who can lead with clarity, confidence and compassion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Guide the high‑profile town council at a pivotal moment, strengthening governance and modernising systems
  • Deliver services that matter to residents while ensuring operational rigour and resilience
  • Provide trusted professional advice to councillors and build strong regional relationships
  • Represent Frome with credibility and influence
  • Oversee a £4m budget, maintaining high standards of governance, financial stewardship and organisational wellbeing

Qualifications and Experience

  • Confident, grounded leader with sound judgment and political awareness
  • Ability to navigate complexity with calmness and emotional intelligence, motivating and empowering teams
  • Local government experience preferred; CiLCA welcome but not essential
  • Leadership, integrity and commitment to public service

What We Offer

  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on wellbeing
  • Cycle‑to‑work scheme and access to free counselling
  • Professional development, sector engagement and support to achieve CiLCA
  • A supportive, friendly culture where your leadership will make a visible impact

How to Apply

If you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Town Council, click “apply” for the full candidate pack and application form.

Closing date

5pm on Wednesday 11th March 2026

Interviews

18 March (online) and 25 March (in person)

#J-18808-Ljbffr
Apply
Location:
Frome
Salary:
£150,000 - £200,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management & Operations

We found some similar jobs based on your search