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Press Association 2021
The Most Reverend Stephen Cottrell during his enthronement as the 98th Archbishop of York (Danny Lawson/PA)
The Archbishop of York has been criticised for “sending out the wrong message” by advertising for a new £90,000-a-year chief of staff.
The advertisement on the Charity Job site says the position offers a “competitive salary in the region of £90,000 per year” and will involve helping Stephen Cottrell, who became the Church of England’s second most senior clergyman when he was enthroned in October, “conduct his ministry within the life of the nation”.
“You will be the archbishop’s chief companion, support and critical friend for developing and refining this vision, aligning his work with the dioceses and central structures of the Church of England, ensuring his time is used effectively and strategically, and making it happen,” it added.