Deputy Chief Officer


Company:	Council HR and Governance Support
Salary:	£41,117 to £44,253 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 7DN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	22 Sept 2026

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Summary

Supporting Wotton under Edge through its next phase of growth.

Wotton under Edge is entering a period of significant organisational growth. As responsibilities evolve, expectations rise and the wider Gloucestershire landscape shifts, the Council is strengthening its governance, improving how it works and investing in the capability needed for the future. We are looking for a Deputy Chief Officer (Deputy Town Clerk) to join our senior management team and help lead this next phase of development.

About the role

This is an exciting time to join. The Council is refreshing its Town Plan, strengthening its strategic planning capability and preparing for the wider implications of Local Government Reorganisation. As Deputy Chief Officer you will provide senior support across the organisation, playing a key role in how the Council prepares for new responsibilities and how this broader workforce operates. You will lead governance and democratic processes, support organisational development and work closely with the Chief Officer in managing financial administration and operational finance to ensure systems, controls and reporting remain robust.

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