• An experienced and proactive Executive Support Team Leader is required to lead a high-performing Executive Support team, providing high-quality, responsive support to senior leadership.

• The postholder will ensure seamless delivery of executive support services, effective team performance, forward planning, and cross-functional coordination.

• This is a strategic leadership role that demands excellent organisational, people management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Lead and manage a team providing executive-level administrative and secretarial support to senior leadership.

• Oversee the delivery of forward planning, diary management, meeting coordination, correspondence, and stakeholder communications.

• Develop and implement efficient systems, processes, and procedures to ensure smooth service delivery.

• Provide direct support to the Chief Executive and Corporate Directors, ensuring priorities are managed effectively and deadlines are met.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring communications and governance processes are aligned and compliant.

• Manage team performance, set clear objectives, identify training needs, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

• Monitor and manage budgets, procurement activities, and financial reporting related to the executive support function.

• Contribute to change and transformation projects, driving improvements in executive support delivery across the organisation.

• Proven experience in leading and managing executive or business support teams within complex organisations.

• Strong understanding of local government governance, decision-making, and political sensitivity.

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.

• Proficiency in forward planning, diary management, briefing preparation, and stakeholder engagement.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

• Strong organisational and project management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of digital tools to drive efficiency.

• Experience in budget management, procurement processes, and financial reporting.

• Skilled in coaching, developing, and motivating teams to achieve high performance.

• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and customer service excellence.

• The closing date: 03/10/2025 @17:00.

• Full-time role (35 hours/week), working Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.