Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Leadership Assistant for a local authority based in Essex. In this role, you will provide proactive, high-quality executive support to Assistant Directors, helping drive strategic priorities, manage complex schedules, and deliver seamless administrative coordination across the directorate. Key Duties: Provide executive support to Assistant Directors, including diary management and meeting preparation Act as a first point of contact, handling enquiries and correspondence professionally Lead and coordinate directorate projects, events, and service-related activities Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on actions for key meetings Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced, professional environment Skilled in managing complex diaries, meetings, and communications Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion Strong background in coordinating projects and producing high-quality documentation What's on offer: Salary: £18ph *may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience* Contract type: 3-6, months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed).INDSCG3