Town and Community Council Liaison Officer

Town and Community Council Liaison Officer

Job description

37 hours per week

Fixed Term - Two years from the date of appointment

An opportunity has arisen within Operations - Community Services for a Town and Community Council Liaison Officer.

The primary aim of the role is to act as the main point of contact between Bridgend County Borough Council and all Town and Community Councils, providing ongoing support, guidance and clear information to enable them to carry out their roles effectively. The role is focused on developing and maintaining strong working relationships, facilitating consistent and open communication and being a reliable source of advice and assistance.

The successful applicant for this post will bring with them a working knowledge / understanding of Town and community Councils, knowledge and experience of project development and an understanding of local government. For more information, please see the relevant Job Description and Person Specification.

This post is suitable for hybrid working with travel to meet community groups and Town and Community Councils expected, with some evening working required.

If you are interested in applying for this role and would like an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Louise Connolly via email - louise.connolly@bridgend.gov.uk.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.

Night Duties are a requirement of this post.

Closing Date : 23 July 2025

Shortlisting Date : 28 July 2025

Interview Date : 05 August 2025

Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council

Job Description & Person Specification