Cabinet Support Officer

• Provide flexible administrative and policy support to 2-3 Cabinet Members.
• Manage inboxes, triage correspondence, draft responses and co-ordinate casework to ensure prompt and professional communication.
• Deliver effective diary and meeting management, ensuring Cabinet Members' time is used productively.
• Support forward planning, prepare briefing materials, collate agendas, and co-ordinate briefings and stakeholder engagement.
• Undertake policy research and prepare concise, accurate analysis and briefing notes.
• Build positive relationships with senior council leaders, officers, external partners, community representatives and residents.
• Uphold confidentiality, political sensitivity and discretion at all times.
• Support events, site visits and Cabinet-related meetings, some of which may require flexibility outside of standard office hours.

• Proven experience providing senior-level administrative support (including diary and email management).
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarise complex information accurately.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Political awareness, confidentiality and the ability to exercise sound judgement.
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to engage confidently with Cabinet Members, senior officers, partners and the community.
• The ability to manage casework, briefings and portfolio priorities effectively.
• Knowledge of local government structures and functions (desirable).

• £26 per hour
• Hybrid working - 3-4 days per week in the office
• Ongoing contract with a prestigious Local Government employer
• An opportunity to contribute directly to improving services and outcomes for local communities

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