Join Southampton City Council as an Executive Assistant
Are you ready to make a difference at the heart of local government? We’re seeking a dynamic, proactive, experienced and highly skilled Executive Assistant to join the Executive Office.
What You’ll Do
* Work closely with the Executive Director for Community Health, Wellbeing & Prevention to coordinate their agenda and keep priorities front and centre
* Prepare the Executive Director for high-profile meetings, events, and presentations
* Act as the key contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling enquiries and building trusted relationships
* Undertake research and develop impactful communications
* Embrace and champion AI and digital efficiencies
What We’re Looking For
* At least 2 years’ experience as an executive assistant in a large, complex organisation
* Well organised with outstanding communication, judgement, and decision-making skills
* Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results at pace
* Experience working with senior leaders and a range of stakeholders in a complex environment
* Strong digital skills
* Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
* Commitment to equality, safeguarding, and customer service excellence
What We Can Offer You
Salary: The salary band for this role is £32,061 - £36,362 per annum. The starting salary is £32,061 with annual progression through the salary bands.
Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below.
* Excellent
* Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
* Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
* Flexible working options (role-dependent)
* Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
* Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
* Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
* Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
* Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
* Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
* Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
* Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer
Contact Details For Informal Discussion
For further information on our benefits package please visit:
For further information and details regarding the position, please contact Executive Office Manager, Kerry Sillence
Email
Recruitment contact details:
Tel: 023 8083 4033
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