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Haslemere Town Clerk & RFO
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Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer
Haslemere Town Council Haslemere Town Hall, 15 High Street, Haslemere GU27 2HG
Salary: £59,922 to £65,925 (LC4 47-51) Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
About the Role
Are you motivated by community service?
Haslemere isn’t just a historic market town—it’s a vibrant, ambitious community embracing the future. We’re looking for more than a Town Clerk. We’re searching for a forward-thinking professional who can see the big picture, navigate complexity, and transform vision into reality.
If you’re excited by the opportunity to improve the everyday lived experience of a diverse and dynamic community, let us know.
As our Proper Officer, you’ll serve as the critical bridge between Haslemere Town Council’s vision and the tangible results delivered on the ground. You’ll lead a small but dedicated team to execute:
- Capital projects
- Environmental and community initiatives
- The continued growth and prosperity of Surrey’s most iconic towns
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This role will enable you to shape the future of Haslemere during a period of transformative change in Surrey’s local government landscape.
Who You Are
To thrive in this position, you’ll demonstrate:
- An experienced leader – A deep understanding of local government structures and strategies that drive ambitious outcomes.
- An influencer – Gravitas to advise Councillors, and charisma to engage with residents, businesses, and regional partners.
- A moderniser – Ability to embrace and capitalise on the challenges and opportunities arising from Surrey’s local government reforms.
- Resilience – Capacity to navigate political complexities, negotiate challenges, while maintaining a focus on public service and resident impact.
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Why Join Haslemere?
This is not just another government role—it’s a unique opportunity to leave a lasting legacy in a town known for its beauty, charm, and vibrancy.
You’ll enjoy: ✔ A highly competitive salary and benefits package ✔ A platform to exercise true leadership, enabling relationship-building at the heart of a dynamic community ✔ The chance to drive meaningful change while working alongside like-minded, motivated professionals
Haslemere is moving forward, and we need a leader who can set the pace and inspire progress.
Next Steps
- Closing date: Midnight Friday 24/07/2026
- Interviews: Provisionally scheduled for 13th August 2026
- More information: Haslemere Town Council – Job Vacancy
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