Wallingford is an historic and beautiful market town in Oxfordshire, with a population of around 7,500 and an annual budget of around £ 680,885.
The Town is served by a politically independent Town Council which is looking for a highly motivated and forward-thinking Town Clerk.
The Council needs a Clerk who can manage the Council’s statutory requirements, lead the staff team and promote the interests of the town by forging strong partnerships within the community. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, with a ‘can do’ attitude, who can demonstrate strong governance other management including line management of s skills combined with the ability to think strategically.
The successful candidate will hold, or be prepared to complete, the Certificate in Local Council Administration.
Pivotal to the success of the Council, this role is an exciting opportunity. We offer excellent benefits including the final salary local government pension scheme and, for the right candidate, support with relocation costs. The post is full time (37 hours per week), and will require some evening working and we would be pleased to consider proposals for flexible working. As an employer we are committed to equality of opportunity for all our residents and staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £54,071.00-£56,078.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wallingford OX10 8DL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Clerking or Finance: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Location:

• Wallingford OX10 8DL (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 13/06/2025
Reference ID: TC/RF

Please refer the Job description for details