Chief Executive & Special Projects Lead

Islington Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Living Wage

35-hour working week

Flexible working arrangements

Learning & development opportunities

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Islington Council is seeking a Chief Executive Office and Special Projects Manager to provide high-level strategic, policy and executive office support. You will act as a trusted adviser, coordinator and problem-solver across a range of corporate priorities and special projects.

You will bring experience supporting senior leaders, strong strategic coordination and the ability to produce high-quality briefings and advice for senior audiences.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior leaders in a complex, politically sensitive organisation.
• Strong strategic coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidence producing high-quality briefings, reports and advice for senior audiences.
• Experience leading people and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level strategic, policy and executive office support to Chief Executive’s Office and across a range of corporate priorities and special projects.
• Act as trusted adviser, coordinator and problem-solver across diverse governance and operational agendas.
• Analyse complex information, communicate clearly and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

Job description

Islington Council is seeking a Chief Executive Office and Special Projects Manager to provide high-level strategic, policy and executive office support. You will act as a trusted adviser, coordinator and problem-solver across a range of corporate priorities and special projects.

You will bring experience supporting senior leaders, strong strategic coordination and the ability to produce high-quality briefings and advice for senior audiences.