Job Title: Executive Director of Resources Support
The Executive Director of Resources is seeking to recruit an individual to support the Resources Community in managing daily operations effectively. This role involves a variety of administrative and secretarial tasks at a senior level, including high-level executive support such as planning, coordinating work streams, diary management, meeting arrangements, minute-taking, and ensuring efficient administration.
We are looking for a highly organized candidate capable of prioritizing work to meet critical deadlines. The ideal applicant will have substantial experience in an office or agile environment, with good knowledge of general office and digital systems gained through providing personal assistant and administrative support roles. Excellent communication skills, strong numeracy, IT proficiency, and a customer-focused approach are essential.
Key Details:
* Closing Date: 12th September 2025
* Interview Date: 1st October 2025
Application Process:
To apply, click on 'Apply for Vacancy'. You will need to upload a CV and answer application questions with yes/no responses. Ensure your CV demonstrates how you meet the role's requirements, as detailed in the job profile, which includes essential criteria. An optional CV template is available.
Additional Information:
* The Council generally does not re-employ ex-employees receiving severance payments within 12 months or those on a local government pension unless the role is business critical.
* For more information, contact recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunities and Additional Notes:
* Bedford Borough Council is committed to equal opportunities, including being a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and a member of the Armed Forces and Care Leavers Covenants. We guarantee interviews to eligible applicants meeting minimum criteria.
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Role Details:
* Allowance: Not applicable
* Work Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday
* Location: Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP
* Additional info: Not a designated car user position, not politically restricted, customer-facing role requiring fluent English, DBS check not enhanced.
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