5-6 month contract with a local authority

Summary

This is a 5-6 month contract with a local authority, aimed at providing high-quality administrative and event management support to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor. The role is crucial in ensuring their engagements, correspondence, and civic responsibilities are managed efficiently and professionally.

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage the team inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
Provide diary management for the Mayor and Deputy Mayor, including scheduling meetings and engagements.
Make travel arrangements and manage correspondence promptly and accurately.
Take minutes at meetings as required.
Attend weekly meetings with the Mayor and Deputy Mayor to advise and coordinate their attendance at engagements.

Requirements

Proven experience in providing administrative support in a busy office environment.
Experience in diary management and event coordination.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Essential Qualifications Required

Additional Information

Working hours: 22.5 hours per week
Location: London Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 4AH, United Kingdom
Work pattern: 3 days a week (22.5 hours) – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Mondays and Fridays are covered by another temporary member of staff.
Although some working from home can be accommodated, it is expected that the postholder will work mainly in the office.
Some off-site working may be required.
Ability to work outside ‘normal’ office hours occasionally.

The role closes on 9th December 2025, apply ASAP.

Mayoral Support Officer