EXECUTIVE SUPPORT OFFICER – DIRECTOR OF HOUSING

Sector : Local Authority

Location: London (Office-based)

Hours: 36 per week

Duration: 12 weeks (possible extension)

Pay Rate: £24.43 per hour (PAYE) / c. £30.00 per hour (Umbrella)

Interviews to take place immediately with a view to a start thereafter

Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Executive Support Officer to provide dedicated support to the Director of Housing within a London local authority. This fast-paced and varied role involves diary management, inbox triage, meeting support, and acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders, including residents, senior leaders, and partner organisations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide confidential, professional support to the Director of Housing.
• Act as first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage diaries, appointments, and forward planning aligned with organisational priorities.
• Oversee inbox management, triage enquiries, and draft responses as required.
• Support management boards, meetings, and events, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Assist with project work, research, and casework, including complaints and FOI requests.
• Maintain office systems, filing, and information management in line with organisational policies.
• Support emergency planning and business continuity processes as required.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all activities.

You will need to be

• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Strong problem-solving, judgement, and discretion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-service focused with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quick to adapt to new systems.
• Collaborative, professional, and approachable.
• Experience working within public sector/ local authority highly desirable.

If you have the skills and experience required for this role, and you are available immediately please submit your CV for immediate review.