Opportunities

We are seeking to appoint two dynamic, experienced public sector senior leaders to join our forward-thinking town council in Biggleswade. The Senior Assistant Town Clerk and Assistant Town Clerk roles are integral to our efforts to become the best town council in the UK.

Biggleswade is a thriving market town within the Central Bedfordshire area. The town council serves a population of 20,200 with a 40% increase in population  anticipated over the next few years.

In addition to a wide range of facilities managed by the council, it is currently overseeing the preparation of a Neighbourhood Plan and intends to continue working with its partners to create a new programme of events and services to benefit the community.

Assistant Town Clerk

The successful candidate will be a politically aware professional who thrives in a challenging, diverse role where a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation is a must. A team player, they will assume operational responsibility for managing the council’s finance and accounting function, commercial offer and strategy, strategic partnerships, and the Town Centre Regeneration and Place Shaping activity.

If you believe you have the skills and experience required to work with our newly appointed Town Clerk and Chief Executive to drive forward our exciting programme for change, we would love to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is 17:00 on Monday February 8, 2021.

Completed applications should be sent to the Interim Deputy Town Clerk [email protected]

Interviews will be held w/c February 15, 2021 (may be held virtually depending on COVID-19 restrictions).

For an informal discussion about either role, please contact our Chief Executive at [email protected]

Application packs are available on our website at www.biggleswadetowncouncil.gov.uk