Cabinet Support Officer

Hampshire County Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hammersmith & Fulham Council in London is seeking a Cabinet Support Officer to provide trusted policy and administrative support to two or three Cabinet Members, while contributing to the wider work of the Cabinet, the Administration and the Leader’s Office.

This is a varied and fast-paced role at the heart of the Council’s decision-making. You will help Cabinet Members deliver their portfolio priorities by providing high-quality briefings, research, correspondence and casework support.

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-quality administrative support to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage diaries, inboxes and correspondence efficiently.
• Understanding of local government structures and political sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide briefings, research, correspondence and casework support to Cabinet Members.
• Manage busy diaries, inboxes, coordinate meetings and site visits.
• Prepare agendas and papers, record actions and ensure follow-through.

Skills

Administrative support

Diary management

Meeting management

Political awareness

Communication

Job description

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Salary range: £44,331 - £45,696 per annum
Work location: Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Campus, 1 Unity Square, Hammersmith, London W6 9JU
Hours per week: 36.00
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 1 October 2026
Contact details for Informal discussion: Jane Sheehan, Leaders Office Chief of Staff via email on [e-mail]

About the role

At Hammersmith & Fulham, we are ambitious for our residents and committed to creating a safer, stronger and kinder borough for everyone. We are looking for a highly organised and politically aware Cabinet Support Officer to provide trusted policy and administrative support to two or three Cabinet Members, while contributing to the wider work of the Cabinet, the Administration and the Leader’s Office.

This is a varied and fast-paced role at the heart of the Council’s decision-making. You will help Cabinet Members deliver their portfolio priorities by providing high-quality briefings, research, correspondence and casework support. You will manage busy diaries and inboxes, coordinate meetings and site visits, prepare agendas and papers, record and track actions, and ensure that commitments are followed through.

You will work closely with senior leaders, council services, residents, community organisations and external partners. Using sound judgement and careful forward planning, you will identify emerging issues, commission information, draft clear responses and make sure Cabinet Members receive accurate, timely and relevant advice. Political sensitivity, confidentiality and discretion will be essential throughout.

• You have experience of providing high-quality administrative support to senior stakeholders, including diary, inbox, meeting and correspondence management.
• You understand local government structures and can work confidently in a politically sensitive environment.
• You can analyse complex information and turn it into concise, accurate briefings and correspondence for different audiences.
• You are organised, dependable and comfortable balancing competing priorities and short deadlines.
• You build trusted relationships with people at all levels and bring a collaborative, solution-focused approach.
• You are committed to excellent public service and improving outcomes for residents and communities.

The Role is office based and may involve attending meetings, site visits and public events outside core office hours in line with the working patterns of Cabinet Members and the needs of the service.

You will join a supportive, high-profile team where your work will contribute directly to Council priorities and visible outcomes for residents. H&F promotes and offers opportunities to develop your knowledge, relationships and career within local government.

How we act defines who we are. At the heart of our organisation is a common approach to defining ‘who we are’. We are looking for people whocan build this into everything they do.

We are fair
We treat everyone with compassion, dignity and fairness. We value the views and opinion of others, and promote benefits and opportunities for all.

We are caring
We care about our borough and doing things well. We focus on standards and continuous improvement; learning from our mistakes and celebrating success.

We are collaborators
We work together for a better society. We work with our residents, businesses, schools, third sector and others for better outcomes for everyone.

We are driven
We will only settle for the very best. We seek to continually improve and put our residents, customers and businesses at the heart of everything we do.

Our commitment to you:

At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working to find out more.

We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents.

It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment, retention, and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

To explore more about the work we do towards being an inclusive employer and our commitments to achieve this please.

Asking for Adjustments

We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us at [e-mail] or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU

Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.