Role: Mayor's Assistant Location: Newham Rate: £26.13 per hour (PAYE) or £34 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 3 months with likelihood of extension thereafterAbout the Role We are seeking a politically astute, proactive professional to provide high-level support to the Mayor. This is a hands-on, politically focused role, offering a unique opportunity to work at the heart of local government and support high-profile engagement at local, regional and national levels. You'll play a key role in supporting the Mayor across political, communications and stakeholder activity, helping shape messaging, manage priorities and ensure effective delivery of council business. Key Responsibilities Support in managing political aspects of role as Mayor, including providing political advice and briefings on issues Supporting the Mayor in external engagement activity, locally, regionally and nationally, including drafting newsletters, press releases and speeches/identifying speaking opportunities Supporting the Mayor on political representations and handling for key Council business, including Cabinet and Full Council Provide insight, reporting and recommendations to support decision-makingAbout You Proven experience working in a political environment (e.g. political party, MP's office, council political role) Strong understanding of political processes and governance Excellent writing skills, with the ability to draft c...