Overview
With an established leadership team, ATE are looking for a proactive, organised and enthusiastic individual to provide Executive support to our Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer. This is a critical role at the heart of ATE and will suit a confident, motivated individual, who is a natural collaborator, capable of problem solving and driving progress in a fast-paced environment. You’ll act as the main point of contact for internal and external colleagues and stakeholders, engaging with senior officials across the department and cross-government. You’ll also play an important advisory role, proactively identifying potential issues and deadlines, analysing needs, and presenting solutions and insights to support their decision-making.
Key responsibilities
* Manage the Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer’s (COO’s) diaries ensuring appointments are prioritised, communicated and managed effectively and arrange travel (e.g. rail/hotels) and process subsequent expense claims.
* Ensure the Deputy CEO and COO have papers and briefings in advance of internal and external meetings, working closely with ATE colleagues for timely products.
Benefits
* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
* Access to the staff discount portal.
* Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
* Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
* Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
About you
To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:
* Previous experience working in a PA or business support role or good knowledge of CS corporate functions
* Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
* Excellent time-management, organisational and prioritisation skills
* Have a service-orientated mindset always looking for efficient ways of doing things and enjoy coming up with new and original ideas to improve systems
How to Apply
👉 Read the full job description and apply here
📅 Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 19th October 2025
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Administrative and Other
Industries
* Government Administration
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