Executive Assistant and Project Support
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £33,366 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2BX |
| Cwmni: | Suffolk County Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 20020 |
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- Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX- Hybrid
- £33,366 per annum (pro rata)
- 21 Hours hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Executive Assistant / Project Support, you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Are you an organised and proactive individual with a passion for making a positive difference? Join our dynamic team as an Executive Assistant / Project Support, providing full secretarial services to the Assistant Director Environment and Waste. You'll manage diaries, handle correspondence, arrange meetings with internal and external delegates. If you have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently, we want to hear from you!
You will need:
- excellent IT skills with a digital approach to all new work
- good communication skills and confidence to work with all staff, councillors and external partners
- to be able to work on your own initiative and ensure work is moved onto the correct people
- excellent diary management experience and skills and to be well organised
- to be proactive.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role please apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
We are a very friendly little team, which comes together twice a week to work in the office to aid with collaborative working. We have flexible working options to support you, your work-life balance and career, including supporting hybrid working.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Emma Cook (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 01473 265083 or emailing emma.cook@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Can you give an example of how you have managed to stay highly organised and detail-oriented while meeting tight deadlines?
2. What strategies do you use to build strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including internal and external?
3. How do you manage and prioritise conflicting deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision?
4. Can you provide an example of a complex project you have supported and the role you played in its success?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 4 August 2025.
Interview date: 12 August 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
- £33,366 per annum (pro rata)
- 21 Hours hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Executive Assistant / Project Support, you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Are you an organised and proactive individual with a passion for making a positive difference? Join our dynamic team as an Executive Assistant / Project Support, providing full secretarial services to the Assistant Director Environment and Waste. You'll manage diaries, handle correspondence, arrange meetings with internal and external delegates. If you have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently, we want to hear from you!
You will need:
- excellent IT skills with a digital approach to all new work
- good communication skills and confidence to work with all staff, councillors and external partners
- to be able to work on your own initiative and ensure work is moved onto the correct people
- excellent diary management experience and skills and to be well organised
- to be proactive.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role please apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
We are a very friendly little team, which comes together twice a week to work in the office to aid with collaborative working. We have flexible working options to support you, your work-life balance and career, including supporting hybrid working.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Emma Cook (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 01473 265083 or emailing emma.cook@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Can you give an example of how you have managed to stay highly organised and detail-oriented while meeting tight deadlines?
2. What strategies do you use to build strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including internal and external?
3. How do you manage and prioritise conflicting deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision?
4. Can you provide an example of a complex project you have supported and the role you played in its success?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 4 August 2025.
Interview date: 12 August 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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