Executive Support Officer

Are you an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a busy environment where no two days are the same?

We're looking for an Executive Support Officer to join our Executive Support Team, providing high-quality support to senior leaders across the organisation. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll help coordinate meetings, manage correspondence, support key activities and play an important part in ensuring services run smoothly.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in executive support and gain valuable experience working closely with senior managers in a professional and supportive environment.

About the Role

As an Executive Support Officer, you will provide confidential administrative support to Directors, Assistant Directors and Chief Officers, helping them manage priorities and work effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide professional and confidential administrative support to Directors, Assistant Directors and Chief Officers.
• Act as a first point of contact for enquiries and correspondence.
• Organise and coordinate meetings and events, including preparing agendas and supporting documentation.
• Process and monitor correspondence and incoming mail, ensuring timely responses.
• Maintain accurate records and deliver a high standard of customer service.

About You

• Has administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Communicates confidently and professionally, both written and verbally.
• Builds positive working relationships with a wide range of people - demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Handles confidential information with discretion.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) or relevant experience.
• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting senior managers.

What We Offer

We pride ourselves on being a friendly, supportive employer and offer a range of benefits designed to suit your needs. These include a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, work-life balance policies, and opportunities for personal development.

Working Requirements

• Standard working week of 36 hours, Monday to Friday.
• Occasional flexibility to support the Executive Support Team, including work outside normal office hours.
• Ability to travel to other Council sites as required.

EEO Statement

If you are disabled or your last employer was the armed forces, and you meet all the essential criteria of the post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo security checks as part of the Baseline Personnel Security Standard for accessing Government records. This will include a Basic DBS check.