Executive Assistant to Head of Service North London
Contract: 3-month ongoing contract
Pay Rate: £29.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
About the Role We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to a Head of Service within a busy public sector environment. This is a pivotal role requiring exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
The successful candidate will act as a trusted point of contact, ensuring the effective coordination of the Head of Service’s day-to-day activities while supporting the smooth operation of the wider management team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive executive-level PA support to the Head of Service.
Manage complex diary management, scheduling meetings, appointments, and prioritising commitments.
Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, collate papers, and take accurate minutes as required.
Handle correspondence, briefing notes, and reports, ensuring deadlines are met.
Act as a key liaison point between the Head of Service, senior managers, external partners, and stakeholders.
Track actions, chase responses, and ensure follow-up on key decisions.
Support the coordination of projects, initiatives, and service priorities.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
Assist with the smooth running of the office and administrative systems.Essential Requirements
Proven experience working as an Executive Assistant or Senior Personal Assistant supporting a senior manager or Head of Service.
Experience within a local authority or public sector environment (highly desirable).
Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience working in a council or housing association
Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email