Parish Council Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer
Clerk to Council & Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)
Salary: £48,226 – £52,413 per annum (LC3 SCP 37–41)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (flexible working, condensed hours, part-time and job share proposals will be considered)
Location: Croxley Green, Hertfordshire
Closing Date: Midnight, 16 August 2026
Shape the Future of One of Hertfordshire's Most Ambitious Parish Councils
Croxley Green Parish Council is seeking an exceptional Clerk to Council and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) to lead a forward-thinking, financially strong and community-focused council at one of the most exciting points in its history.
This is much more than a traditional parish clerk role. Reporting directly to elected Members, you will be the Council's principal adviser, Proper Officer and Responsible Financial Officer, providing strategic leadership while managing the Council's services, finances, assets and dedicated staff team.
With ambitious plans for a new civic and community hub, significant woodland and community assets, and local government reorganisation creating new opportunities for parish councils, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of Croxley Green.
About the Role
As Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer you will:
- Lead the Council's strategic direction and day-to-day operations.
- Act as the Council's Proper Officer, ensuring effective governance and compliance with statutory responsibilities.
- Manage the Council's finances, including an annual budget of approximately £460,000 and reserves of around £900,000.
- Lead and support a dedicated team of officers, promoting a positive, collaborative working culture.
- Provide high-quality professional advice to councillors, enabling effective decision-making.
- Develop strong relationships with residents, local organisations, principal authorities and external partners.
- Oversee major projects, including the development of a new civic and community hub.
- Manage the Council's assets, including its offices, depot, Weston Wood, Caius Wood and other community facilities.
- Support the Council's work on planning, environmental stewardship, biodiversity, climate resilience and community engagement.
- Ensure the Council continues to deliver high-quality services that make a real difference to residents.
About You
We're looking for an experienced leader who can combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach.
You will have:
- Experience in local government, the public sector or a comparable environment.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience of financial management, budgeting and governance.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to work confidently with elected members, stakeholders and the wider community.
- Experience of managing projects and organisational change.
- Knowledge of local government governance and financial regulations (or the ability to develop this quickly).
- A CiLCA qualification or a commitment to achieve it within two years (study support provided).
Previous experience as a Parish or Town Clerk, or in a senior local authority role, would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- Salary of £48,226 – £52,413 (LC3 SCP 37–41)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- TOIL or overtime arrangements for evening and weekend meetings
- Supportive elected Members and a collaborative staff team
- A varied and rewarding leadership role where no two days are the same
- The opportunity to shape the future of one of Hertfordshire's most distinctive communities
Flexible Working
We are committed to attracting the best possible candidate and recognise that flexibility helps achieve this. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements, including condensed hours, part-time working and job share proposals, where these can meet the needs of the role.
Apply Now
If you're looking for a role where you can influence strategy, deliver meaningful community projects and lead a well-respected council through an exciting period of change, we'd love to hear from you.
Application deadline: Midnight, 16 August 2026.
For an informal discussion about the role or to discuss flexible working options, please contact Francesca Pridding at the Local Government Resource Centre on 07921 166808 or francesca.pridding@lgrc.uk.
Years of experience
- 2 - 3 years of experience
Salary range
- £48,226 - £52,413 per year