Executive Assistant to the Special Advisers to the Secretary of State

Ministry of Defence; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Executive Assistant to the Special Advisers

• Overseeing the SpAds diaries, travel arrangements and inboxes.
• Managing the Write Round process, requiring cross Whitehall engagement.
• Leading on the business management tasks for the office, managing SpAds transparency returns, providing general support to the SofS Private Office.
• Supporting with SpAd administrative tasks, including providing direction to the Department to enact Secretary of State’s intent.
• Providing support on Parliamentary Questions and Freedom of Information Requests.

Executive Assistant to the PPS

• Overseeing the management of the PPS’ diary, travel arrangements and inbox; aiding prioritisation and efficiency for the PPS.
• Supporting with PPS’ administrative tasks, including providing direction to the Department to enact Secretary of State’s intent.
• Cohering the PPS’ meeting briefs and aiding the organisation of their box work for the Secretary of State.
• Opportunity to support on the PPS’ US Portfolio.
• Leading on the business management tasks for the office, managing SofS transparency returns, providing general support to the SofS Private Office and also managing the recording of any gifts SofS receives.

Remote working within this role is something that can be discussed at interview stages or with your future line manager if you are found successful.

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