Role details
We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Executive Assistant to join our Senior Leadership Support team.
As Senior Executive Assistant, you will understand the strategic and political context in which the Chief Executive, Directors and Executive Directors operate, responding appropriately whilst maintaining a professional and politically neutral approach.
You will take a proactive approach to planning the workload of the function, anticipating requirements, identifying solutions and ensuring actions are completed. This includes preparing material that supports the Chief Executive in carrying out their duties.
Using a clear understanding of the Chief Executive’s role and priorities, you will manage enquiries from a wide range of internal and external stakeholders - including Leaders, Councillors, Chief Executives, Senior Civil Servants, Ministers and members of the press - ensuring all interactions are handled with professionalism, efficiency and good judgement. This role requires a Senior Executive Assistant with excellent communication skills and the confidence, discretion and strategic awareness to operate effectively when supporting at the highest levels of the organisation.
