Executive Support Officer

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Whats the role

This role will work closely with senior managers including: Executive Directors Service Directors and Heads of addition the role will engage with elected Councillors including Members of the Cabinet and Scrutiny and liaise with a wide range of external stakeholders.

The primary function of the role will be to provide high quality support to the Councils senior leadership team. This will include performing a diverse range of day-to-day tasks including: minuting key meetings organising multi-stakeholder events diary management and managing the Directorate business cycle.

What were looking for

We are looking for a highly motivated individual ideally with executive assistant experience who can quickly develop strong relationships with senior officers and colleagues across the Council working strategically to ensure that Directors are fully briefed organised and equipped for day-to-day management of the organisation. You will be a reliable team player who is able to adapt in a fast paced environment to the evolving needs of the organisation. You will conduct yourself professionally and use your initiative and problem solving skills to support the Directors to maintain a high level of service to the residents of Lewisham.

Whats in it for you

Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

Location

The job is primarily based in Laurence House Catford London SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.

Special conditions

The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.

Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.

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Salary

37509 to 38637 per annum (SC6)

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council has a dedicated employment support serviceLewisham Works which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works please emailJobsAndSkills@ an advisor will be in touch with you.

The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.

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