Executive Support Officer London, England
Job description
In return, we will offer:
- Generous annual leave starting at 26 days plus public bank holidays
- Flexible /hybrid working options
- Personal and Career Development; more information on our benefits, please click the links below:
- https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
- https://jobs.theguardian.com/minisites/southwark-council/life-at-southwark-benefits-and- more/
The role
Provide first-class executive support to our Chief Executive of Southwark Councils. Southwark is an amazingly diverse and vibrant area with a strong sense of community.
We are a densely populated borough with a young, diverse, and multi-cultural population with over 120 languages spoken in Southwark.
Southwark is a borough that brims with confidence and ambition and this is evident in its residents and communities at large. That ambition is also evident in the Council’s Borough Plan and its vision to deliver a fairer future for all.
The role of the Executive Support Officer fundamentally requires you to provide high-quality, effective, and efficient administrative support for the Chief Executive and in particular the management of the Chief Executive's diary and facilitation of meetings.
You will also work in close contact with the Head of the Chief Executive's office to ensure the smooth running of the Chief Executive's office.
About Us
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.
At Southwark, we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About You
- Your previous experience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will serve you well.
- Your expertise in using Microsoft Office 365 will enable you to work effectively and collaboratively in a fully digital and agile way.
- Your excellent diary skills are key to you effectively managing the Chief Executive's time well.
- You will be discrete and able to deal with sensitive and confidential information professionally, as well as a high degree of attention to detail.
Additional Information:
- Standard 36 hours Monday - Friday, full-time position
- This is a12-month secondment role
- For further information please refer to the job description attached below
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Recruitment timetable
Advert Closing Date: 11:59 pm on the 8th October 2023
Interview and Assessment Date: w/c 16th October 2023
We are an organisation that is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Job Reference: SC06060
