Executive Assistant to Chief Officer
Senior Command Team (SCT) – Full-time, Permanent, 37 hours a week.
Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive executive support to a Chief Officer, enabling the SCT to operate efficiently.
* Manage and maintain the Chief Officer’s electronic diary, booking appointments, arranging meetings, forward planning, and scheduling national and international travel and accommodation.
* Assist Chief Officers with commitments at national, regional and local levels, developing a good understanding of their portfolio.
* Prepare and take minutes at a strategic level.
* Prioritise conflicting appointments and manage busy diaries accurately under pressure.
Qualifications & Skills
* Significant current experience in a personal assistant or secretarial role.
* Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Hold, or have completed, RSA Level 2 or equivalent typing qualification.
* Experience of minute‑taking at a strategic level.
* Capacity to work accurately under pressure and to prioritise effectively.
Benefits and Working Arrangements
* Highly competitive salary (£32,613 - £37,020) and generous pension scheme.
* Generous annual leave allowance.
* Family‑friendly policies – enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
* Flexible working arrangements, including flexi‑time and hybrid work.
* Access to development and leadership courses, employee assistance programme and other support services.
Diversity and Inclusion
Applications are particularly welcome from female and ethnic minority candidates. We strive to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
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