Clerk/Parish Manager

Robert Half are working in partnership with Broughton and Milton Keynes Parish Council to recruit for Clerk/Parish Manager and Responsible Financial Officer on an Hybrid/Flexible Basis.

Job Title: Clerk/Parish Manager

Reports to: The Parish Council

Hours: 37 per week

Annual Leave The role comes with 27 days annual leave rising to 29 after 5 years and we also give an extra half day holiday to staff on Xmas and New Year eves.

Pension The employer pension contribution is 23.8% of gross salary

Salary scale:

Unqualified: £41,418 - £44,428

Qualified: 41 £45,441 - £49,498

Join a dynamic team as the Clerk/Parish Manager and Responsible Financial Officer at a successful Parish Council with a wide range of community assets and activities under management! This key role involves overseeing all Parish Council operations and ensuring statutory duties are met efficiently. You will be instrumental in shaping and implementing policies, managing resources, overseeing investment projects, and fostering community relations. If you have a people management background, coupled with skills in finance and administration, and are eager to apply your skills in a meaningful and community-focused environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Including, but not limited to …
Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage the Parish Office team, ensuring adherence to HR policies.
• Oversee the effective management of all Council resources and report to the Council as required.
• Act as the Proper Officer of the Council, executing all statutory duties.
• Advise the Council on policy formation and implementation.
• Oversee and initiate investment projects approved by the Council.

• Serve as the Responsible Financial Officer, managing all financial records and ensuring careful administration of the Council's finances.
• Prepare and monitor the Council's accounts, ensuring they are ready for audit purposes.
• Manage an annual budget of approximately £400,000, including Precept and Reserves.

• Ensure compliance with all statutory obligations and other provisions affecting the running of the Council.
• Act as the Data Protection Officer, ensuring all information is managed in line with GDPR legislation.

Either directly or through staff members …

• Facilitate communication and collaboration with the community, district authorities, and other organisations.
• Organise and manage community events, meetings, and public consultations.

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Experience in finance, administration, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working proficiency in IT, including MS Word, MS Excel, and email.
• Ability to research topics and present clear, evidence-based arguments.
• High personal integrity and trustworthiness.
• Willing to study for and gain CILCA qualification.

• A commitment to serving the community and putting their needs first.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional unsocial hours, depending on the event.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Polite and diplomatic, especially in public and very rare confrontational situations.

• Make a Difference: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life in our community.
• Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a supportive and collaborative team.
• Diverse Responsibilities: Engage in a variety of tasks that keep your work dynamic and fulfilling.
• Community Impact: Directly contribute to community projects and initiatives.

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