Executive support assistant

Could you be the driving force behind our leadership team?

Are you organised, adaptable, and able to build strong working relationships?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, supporting senior leaders to deliver their best for our community?

We have an exciting opportunity to join our People & Culture team as an Executive Support Assistant. As part of our wider Leadership Support Service, you'll play a vital role in helping our Assistant Directors make the most of their time-enabling them to focus on what matters most for North East Lincolnshire.

This role is at the heart of our commitment to valuing people, honesty, continuous improvement, openness, and integrity. You'll be empowered to work closely with senior leaders, providing confidential and comprehensive administrative support that keeps everything running smoothly.

What will your day look like?

• Proactively managing diaries and emails, ensuring our Assistant Directors' time is used effectively.
• Acting as the first point of contact – handling sensitive correspondence and calls with professionalism and discretion.
• Organising meetings, preparing agendas, taking accurate minutes, and following up on actions.
• Supporting a wide range of stakeholders, including elected members, with tact and diplomacy.
• Managing finance tasks, compliance checks, and arranging travel or events as needed.
• Using your initiative to flag deadlines, monitor tasks, and ensure nothing is missed.
• Adapting to new challenges and working practices as our organisation evolves.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking someone who is passionate about making a difference behind the scenes. You'll have:

• Experience supporting senior managers, ideally in a large or public sector organisation.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office and business support systems.
• The ability to analyse information, solve problems, and provide clear advice.
• A methodical, detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage a busy workload.
• Discretion and integrity when dealing with confidential matters.
• A commitment to your own professional development.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive team, working at the heart of North East Lincolnshire Council’s leadership. We offer extensive induction, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop your skills. Some out-of-hours work may be required for evening meetings, but you’ll manage your own time and priorities.

Benefits

• Generous leave entitlement, including bank holidays.
• Pension enrolment in a local government scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Training and development opportunities.

There is one full-time permanent position and one 1‑year maternity cover blended role, combining home and office work.

Key Dates

• Closing date: 15th June

We reserve the right to close our advert early if we receive a significant volume of suitable applications.

For further information or to discuss the role, contact Natalie Francom (natalie.francom@nelincs.gov.uk) or Bethany Shipp (bethany.shipp@nelincs.gov.uk).

For assistance with the application, contact Wendy Trask at 07702 338542 (text or call).