Opportunities

Broadstairs & St. Peter’s Town Council is seeking a highly motivated and resourceful Town Clerk with relevant qualifications, commitment, and organisational skills.

As town clerk you will be the chief officer of the town council with an annual budget of ca £800,000, assuming the legal and statutory responsibilities of proper officer and responsible financial officer. You will be responsible for the council’s expanding commercial property and asset portfolio as well as its services and operations within the public sector.

This challenging role offers the opportunity to demonstrate your management skills, leading a small, dedicated team and your communication skills when engaging with the public, business and voluntary sectors on a daily basis.

Ideally you will be educated to degree level or equivalent, have strong financial management and communication skills, a good command of the English language and already hold, or be prepared to study for, the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA).

It is essential that you can demonstrate several years in a management and supervisory capacity. Previous experience in the public sector, or knowledge of Local Authority administration will be advantageous, as would time spent in a commercial environment.

This is a full-time position and will require attendance at some evening meetings. In return we offer a competitive salary package and flexible working environment in the heart of this popular Kent seaside resort.

Click here for more information and an application pack.

Closing date for applications: 31st October 2020

Please return applications forms to:

Broadstairs & St. Peter’s Town Council
The Charles Cockerell Suite
Pierremont Hall
Broadstairs
Kent
CT10 1JX