Who You Are You are a motivated individual with a commitment to contributing positively to the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s goals. As an effective communicator, you have the ability to engage with colleagues at all levels, ensuring a high level of confidentiality and professionalism. You are flexible, can manage competing demands, and can handle sensitive information with discretion. You are comfortable working in a political environment and have experience in providing comprehensive administrative support to senior leadership. What the Job Involves As a Leadership Support Officer, your primary role is to provide administrative and secretarial support to senior officers and members, including the Mayor and Chief Executive. This involves managing diaries, handling correspondence, arranging meetings and events, and ensuring statutory and corporate deadlines are met. You will coordinate responses to inquiries and manage databases with highly sensitive information. You will also be expected to support the decision-making processes, cover for the Leadership Support Manager when necessary, and contribute to the development of colleagues in the team. Skills Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Proficiency in ICT and office software Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information Diary management and secretarial support proficiency Experience in handling complaints and inquiries Ability to produce accurate meeting minutes Experience supporting senior leaders or management Problem-solving and decision-making skills Flexibility to work outside of normal hours when necessary