LIVE ONLINE TRAINING

The Journey of a Locum Clerk: Lessons Learned & Pitfalls Avoided

With

Lee Jakeman

18/8/2026 11:00 AM

YOU WILL DISCOVER:

What to look for in your first week — the key areas that will shape your own Day One approach

How to give advice that protects you, informs the Council, and keeps you out of the politics:

What the next Clerk will find when you leave — and how to make sure it is something to be proud of

Every clerk and RFO knows that advice is valuable when it comes from those who truly understand the day-to-day realities of the role. Drawing on 15 years experience as a Town Clerk, and subsequent experience as a Locum Clerk, Lee Jakeman shares an honest, practical look at navigating modern council life and how to build a professional legacy that you are proud of.

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