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Temporary PA to Assistant Director – Local Authority

Overview

Express Recruitment are thrilled to be working in partnership with a reputable organisation, who are seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to support the Director of Adults and Culture. This is a high profile and fast paced role, offering the opportunity to work at a senior level within a large and complex department.

The Adults and Communities directorate covers a wide range of services and manages a significant annual budget. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Director’s office.

This is primarily a site-based role, with the expectation to be in the office most of the time, although some flexibility may be available depending on circumstances.

Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience working as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant at a senior level
  • Experience within public sector, local authority, or healthcare settings is desirable
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and complex workload
  • Experience handling complaints and sensitive enquiries
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Manage the Director’s diary and inbox, ensuring priorities are effectively organised
  • Coordinate meetings with senior managers, stakeholders, and external partners
  • Act as a key point of contact and gatekeeper, directing enquiries to the appropriate teams
  • Liaise with senior individuals including counsellors and lead members across service areas
  • Prepare reports and documentation, ensuring compliance with formal approval processes
  • Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information in line with GDPR requirements
  • Monitor departmental activity and highlight key issues or pressure points
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.
Job Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary
c£14.00 - £17.50 per hour D.O.E
Job Type and Hours
Temporary for approx. initially 12 weeks, with potential to extend

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