Arundel Town Council are recruiting for an Assistant Town Clerk. This is a new role that will see the successful candidate working closely with the Town Clerk on a variety of responsibilities. A busy and demanding role, the post will involve both administrative support to the Town Clerk as well as developing skills and getting involved in the Town Clerk’s duties.

his is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has a keen interest in developing into the role of Town Clerk. Over time, we see the successful candidate taking on more and more responsibility and growing within the role. A part time role working 110 hours per month, of which hours are flexible, and will be agreed in advance with the Town Clerk.

This will involve attending evening committee meetings, so you should be able to comfortably do this.

£10.80 per hour / £20,217 Full Time Equivalent
 The ideal candidate will possess the following:
Previous experience in a senior administration / PA role
Experience as a parish councillor or involvement in parish / town councils would be a distinct advantage
Excellent administration skills – to include minute taking, document preparation, agenda preparation and report writing
Excellent communication skills – personable, yet assertive when required
Able to multi task and work under pressure and to strict deadlines
Responsible and able to work on own initiative
Experience working as a manager / supervisor or the desire to learn and develop skills in this area
Confident and able to use Microsoft Office package

Applications must be completed by Friday 24th July 2015. Application forms only, no CV’s will be accepted.

First interviews will take place on Thursday 30th July 2015, second interview to be arranged accordingly after this.