Job Title: Executive Assistant Location: BenfleetJob Type: Temporary Contract, Full Time (3 months initially)Rate: Up to £14.84 per hour (inside IR35 via umbrella)

The Opportunity

A temporary opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-quality, effective, and efficient executive support to senior leadership. This is a hybrid working position, with an expectation of being in the office at least three days per week, with flexibility to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide executive support to senior leadership, including diary management, correspondence handling, and meeting facilitation.
Organise high-level internal and external meetings, conferences, and visits, ensuring appropriate arrangements are made.
Prepare accurate meeting agendas, papers, and briefings in a timely manner, ensuring key stakeholders are informed of relevant developments.
Act as a point of contact for media enquiries and external communications on behalf of senior leadership.
Manage correspondence, including drafting responses and handling routine enquiries on behalf of executives.
Work closely with legal and democratic services to coordinate and facilitate member enquiries, MP enquiries, Freedom of Information requests, and corporate complaints.
Provide administrative support outside normal office hours when required.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Skills & Experience Required

Strong IT proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office and other relevant software packages.
Previous Local Government Experience
Proven experience in managing complex diaries, scheduling meetings, and tracking actions effectively.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and sound judgement.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clarity and professionalism.
Experience working within a structured governance environment, preferably within a public sector or corporate setting.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels.
Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive working practices.

This role offers a great opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to support a dynamic leadership team in a fast-paced environment.