About the Role: One of my local government clients is seeking an experienced Executive Support Manager to lead and manage the Chief Officer Support Service, providing high-level support to Executive Directors and the Strategic Directorate Teams. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring efficient and professional delivery of executive support services, managing a team of personal assistants, and acting as a strategic advisor to the Executive Directors. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee and manage a team of Executive PAs * Provide direct strategic support to Executive Directors, including horizon scanning, commissioning briefs, and stakeholder management * Coordinate Cabinet Member briefings and act as liaison for councillors, stakeholders, and internal teams * Draft, review, and commission briefing materials for internal/external meetings * Maintain information protocols and lead cross-departmental coordination * Use political awareness and judgement to manage sensitive communications * Deliver strategic priorities and support high-level decision making across the Directorate Ideal Candidate: * Proven experience in a senior EA/Executive Support or Business Management role * Line management of business support or PA teams * Strong organisational and leadership skills * Excellent written...