4 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
* An experienced and proactive Executive Support Team Leader is required to lead a high-performing Executive Support team, providing high-quality, responsive support to senior leadership.
* The postholder will ensure seamless delivery of executive support services, effective team performance, forward planning, and cross-functional coordination.
* This is a strategic leadership role that demands excellent organisational, people management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Lead and manage a team providing executive-level administrative and secretarial support to senior leadership.
* Oversee the delivery of forward planning, diary management, meeting coordination, correspondence, and stakeholder communications.
* Develop and implement efficient systems, processes, and procedures to ensure smooth service delivery.
* Provide direct support to the Chief Executive and Corporate Directors, ensuring priorities are managed effectively and deadlines are met.
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring communications and governance processes are aligned and compliant.
* Manage team performance, set clear objectives, identify training needs, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
* Monitor and manage budgets, procurement activities, and financial reporting related to the executive support function.
* Contribute to change and transformation projects, driving improvements in executive support delivery across the organisation.
Skills/Experience:
* Proven experience in leading and managing executive or business support teams within complex organisations.
* Strong understanding of local government governance, decision-making, and political sensitivity.
* Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
* Proficiency in forward planning, diary management, briefing preparation, and stakeholder engagement.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
* Strong organisational and project management skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of digital tools to drive efficiency.
* Experience in budget management, procurement processes, and financial reporting.
* Skilled in coaching, developing, and motivating teams to achieve high performance.
* Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and customer service excellence.
Additional Information:
* The closing date: 03/10/2025 @17:00.
* Full-time role (35 hours/week), working Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.